The Old Salts trip on Tuesday, May 21st will be to the Saugeen River, with put in at Lobie’s Park, in downtown Walkerton and paddling to Concession 10, in the Paisley direction. This trip has picturesque meandering sections, high sand cliffs as well as some invigorating rapids. It is only for more experienced paddlers in our group who have taken Intermediate training.
The flow rate as of Sunday night is approximately 38 cm/s. This is very doable. In discussion with the staff at Cowen Canoe and Kayak Livery in Paisley today, they say their clients have very much enjoyed the volume and speed of the river.
The weather at this point for Tuesday, is calling for sunny conditions, with a high of 14. No rain is in the forecast at this point. I will be monitoring the weather situation at different times on Monday in case there is any change.
The trip will be an all day event with a cost of $9.00. Remember to bring a PFD, hat, good wind-rain proof jacket, a snack, your lunch, water, sun protection, insect repellant and change of clothes. We meet at the shed between 7:30 and 8 and leave at 8 sharp, with driving time of close to two hours. Our time on the river will be four hours.
In case you missed it…….
What to Bring on a Canoe Excursion
Check List for a Fun Day on the Water!
CANOE TRIP PROTOCOLS {Please read!!}
Be sure to check your in-box -Blog for any changes, Monday night !!
Our trip Coordinators are:
Chris Sheppard – 519-590-8365
Alicia Smith – 519-699-9260