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Puslinch Lake Evening Paddle {July 16th}

Puslinch Lake Evening/Moonlight Paddle

Tuesday, July 16th – Open to all members

Our annual evening paddle along the Puslinch Lake shoreline will take place on Tuesday July 16th. We will be checking out the many cottages during our leisurely
paddle (approx. 2 hrs.), enjoy the summer sunset over the lake, and then return on peaceful moonlit waters, under a starry sky (hopefully). Each member is asked to wear a headlamp for safety reasons.

Anyone planning to dine at the Old Marina Restaurant before our paddle should give themselves plenty of extra time, as restaurant service can be slow at this busy time of day. (Also, make sure to speak with trip coordinator.)

Remember to bring: water, insect repellent, sunglasses, a snack, a change of clothes,and *a headlamp* (a flashlight is optional; useful, but not necessary)

Cost: $6 Meet at the shed, at 6:30 pm.

Trip Coordinator: Mark Zelinka

Towers: still NEEDED; anyone willing to assist, contact Mark at zelinkamd@gmail.com

 

EASY BREEZY-WATERFORD NORTH CONSERVATION {July 11th}

****RESCHEDULED FOR JULY 19TH*****

This is a new trip on our schedule that is open to all members.  Meet at the shed for 9:00 am  so we can depart at 9:15 am.  The trip is approximately 80 km one way.

Cost: $6

The cost to get into the conservation area is $12 per vehicle, so carpooling will be necessary  to share the cost of the entrance fee.

Towers Wanted!!!!

We need a tower for the Easy Breezy this Thursday.  My truck was stolen this past weekend (including all my canoeing stuff), so I won’t be able to tow. Therefore I need someone else to volunteer. If enough people come out, we may need a second tower.  Therefore, I ask that you 1) contact me by Wednesday evening if you are planning on joining us on Thursday, and 2) let me know if you would be willing to tow.

Al Dunn, Trip Organizer
519-575-8792
ward_@netflash.net

What to Bring on a Canoe Excursion
Check List For a Fun Day on The River
Canoe Trip Protocols

SAUGEEN RIVER {PART 2} – July 9th

Tuesday, July 9th – Saugeen River (Part 2)

For this week’s trip, we will be canoeing the Saugeen River from River Access #7 (Concession 10) to Access #9a (Paisley). This part of the river is an excellent opportunity to practice our skills, enjoy the scenery and navigate a few small rapids.

Since this is one of our longer trips,  it will be an all day event, so we can’t guarantee our return time. The weather is supposed to be hot, so bring lots of water, sunscreen, and bug spray……. (see “What to bring on a Canoe Excursion“)

We will meet at the shed between 7:30 -7:50 am so we can leave at 8:00 am sharp.  Since this is one of our longer trips, the cost will be $9.00. Bring some extra money as we will be ending this trip with an ice cream cone!!

Check List For a Fun Day on The Water

Canoe Trip Protocols

Looking forward to an amazing trip!

Trip Organizers,
Eugene Marion – 519-501-2078
Carol Marion – 519-570-6250

EASY BREEZY – ROYAL CITY PARK, GUELPH {June 27th}

THURSDAY, JUNE 27TH – GUELPH, ROYAL CITY PARK

Easy Breezy paddle. Don’t miss this lovely outing!

-Where the Speed and Eramosa rivers meet.
-Open to all members.
-One of our all time favourite paddles!
-Followed by ice-cream at the Boathouse (Optional).
-Make sure to bring the usual canoe gear; lunch, lots of water, hat,     sunscreen…etc.
-Weather forecast for Thursday: Sunny with temperature around 30 degrees C. (Summer is here!)

Meet at the shed at 9:00 am with departure time at 9:15 am.
Cost:$6.

Pina Tenti 519-893-9249, Marilynn Fisher 519-743-9365 and Al  Dunn Trip Organizers

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! {MONTH OF JULY}

Sending this out early so you can plan your summer canoe excursions. We have lots of fun trips planned…….hope to see you on the water!

JULY 2- NITH RIVER – AYR TO WOLVERTON

  • Trip Coordinators: Lynn Warmington, Dianne Wagner
  • Tower: Eugene Marion
  • A new trip.  Some nice drops in the water with some small rapids and ripples
  • Cost: $6

JULY 9- SAUGEEN RIVER – CONCESSION 10 TO PAISLEY

  • Trip Coordinators: Eugene Marion, Carol Marion
  • Tower: Eugene Marion
  • Great river practice for everyone. A few small rapids
  • Cost: $9

JULY 11 – WATERFORD NORTH CONSERVATION (Easy Breezy)

  • Trip Coordinator: Al Dunn
  • Tower: Al Dunn
  • Another new experience. Open to all members
  • Cost: $6

JULY 16- PUSLINCH LAKE (Night Paddle)

  • Trip Coordinator: Mark Zelinka
  • Tower: Volunteers required!
  • Evening moonlight paddle. Open to all!
  • Meet at the shed at 6:30 pm.
  • Bring usual canoeing gear and a headlamp.
  • Cost: $6

JULY 23- NOTTAWASAGA RIVER

  • Edenvale Conservation area to Wasaga Sports Park
  • Trip Coordinators: Alberta Piche
  • Open to all.
  • Jackk’s Lake is a wildlife sanctuary with an opportunity to see blue herons, bald eagles, egrets, cormorants and more!
  • Cost $9

JULY 30 – GRAND RIVER – BEAN PARK (Paris) – BRANT CONSERVATION (Wilk’s Dam)

  • Trip Coordinators: Ann Woolner, Frank Kuntz
  • Tower: Frank Kuntz
  • A lazy, hazy summer paddle with wide river vistas and a chance to see bald eagles
  • Cost: $6

For times and other trip information see here!

Please check back often should there be a change in the trip schedule or for more trip details! Use the comments section below if you have any questions;)

do not plan any other activities on canoe trip days. we cannot guarantee when we’ll be back!

Please be on time for scheduled departures so there is time to sign in, pay trip fee, organize number of canoes required, arrange transportation/car pools, etc. The sooner we can get to our destination, the sooner we can get on the water!  You won’t want to end up having to car top a canoe or be left behind!!  (Please leave enough time to get to the shed, but if you get caught up in traffic, please let the trip coordinator know as this will make a difference in how many canoes are required and if we need another tower)

If you have any questions about the canoe trips, please contact the trip coordinators listed with the trips on the schedule.

If you are towing for any of the above trips, please keep track of your mileage from the time you leave the shed to the time you return to the shed after the trip. Remember to either pick up a towing reimbursement form from  the binder in the shed or download it from here.

In case you missed it…….

Reminder: Canoe Trip Protocols!!

What to bring on a canoe excursion.

What you can do to make canoe days fun for everybody!

Safety on the Water!

Canoe Terminology!

Fun at Paradise Lake! {PHOTOS}

 

Judging from the photos that were submitted, there was lots of fun to be had at this year’s Paradise Lake Fun Day! Many thanks to Don Lawrence for the great photos:)

 

Also, please extend a special thanks to Pam Krokoszynski, Marguerite Cardinal and the Social Committee for organizing this wonderful day!

CANCELLED!!

 

Tomorrow’s Easy Breezy trip to Mountsberg Reservoir is being cancelled due to lack of interest/response.  The next Easy Breezy trip is on June 27th at the Guelph Royal City park.  Mark your calendars!!

This year’s fall Bondi is officially cancelled due to lack of interest. Hopefully by taking a break in 2019, someone will volunteer to take the lead in organizing next year’s Bondi fall trip.