Category: Canoe Trips

EASY BREEZY- GRAND RIVER-August 15th

Easy Breezy Trip on Thursday, August 15 is on the Grand River from Moyer’s Landing, Blair to Riverbluffs Park, Cambridge

Paddling time is approximately 1 hours- Shuttle time 20 minutes.  See enclosed maps.

This is a an easy paddle, just over one hours, depending on how many stops we take on the way.

After a short distance, we will come to where the Speed River joins the Grand (on River left).  We will pass the Galt Country Club also on the left.  If you are a golfer, bring the ball retriever, you can scoop some golf balls lost by the players. On River right are limestone cliffs and if you look carefully you will see Devil Creek Waterfall.

We will need to pay attention to spot channel passage ways, as we will encounter some shallow areas. Look for the dock at River Bluffs Park on our right, here we exit. We will stop here for lunch, hopefully under a tree.

Remember to bring the usual canoe gear as well as water, snacks/lunch, sunscreen and hat.

Weather conditions  should be ideal, Sunny. High 22Celsius.

Meet at the shed at 9:00 a.m. Cost for the trip, $6.00

Trip Organizers:  Pina Tenti, Marilynn Fisher, Al Dunn

Towing:  Eugene Marion

Always check your email before leaving for the shed, weather conditions might change. Trips can be cancelled due to bad weather.

From shed to Moyer’s Landing
Moyer’s Landing, Blair to Riverbluffs Park, Cambridge

 

SAUGEEN RIVER #3 – August 13th

Tuesday’s trip on the Saugeen River starts at access #10 on the north edge of Paisley to Access #13, just inland from Port Elgin. The trip is 17.5 km and approximately 3-4 hours. The shuttle time is 30 minutes.

We will be stopping at a conservation area (with washrooms) for lunch about 1 hour into the trip. The river is running fairly low with occasional peaks due to local showers but has been holding good enough flows. Some river reading skills may well come into play. A great trip for all river paddlers. Weather forecast is calling for sun with cloudy periods and a chance of a passing shower, around 24.

This is our last opportunity to run this popular river with an added plus of a swim at Port Elgin beach and supper after (bring swim suits, towels and extra money).

As usual bring sunscreen, insect repellant, lunch, lots of water, dry sack with change of clothes and OSSCC emergency card.

The cost for the all-day event is $9.00 (please remember car pooling money).

We meet at the shed at 7:30-7:45 with and 8:00 sharp departure for our 1 ½ hour drive.

Remember to check your email/blog Monday night and early Tuesday morning, in case there are changes or call Trip Organizers.

Trip Organizers: Evan and Jane Jenkins 519-742-8887 / 519-496-1062)
Towers: Evan Jenkins and Eugene Marion

GRAND RIVER – Brantford- Part 2 {August 6th}

Tuesday, August 6th -Brant Park to Erie St. bridge in Brantford

This is a scenic trip down the Grand where you will see Herons, Osprey and other wild life. There are some very tricky areas with rapids and low water but there are also some very calm and serene areas.

Paddle time is about 2 hours. The drive is one hour each way. Shuttle is about 30 minutes total. Bring the usual sunscreen, insect repellent, snack/lunch and lots of water. Meet at the shed at 8:30 for an 8:45 am departure. Cost is $6.00.  Don’t forget drivers need a little extra for driving ($5?).

Please check your blog before heading out on Tuesday morning in case of cancellation.

Trip co-coordinators are: Anne Woolner & Frank Kuntz

Towers- Frank Kuntz

 

GRAND RIVER- Paris – Brantford {July 30th}

Tuesday, July 30-Grand River -Bean Park, Paris to Brant Conservation area
This is a hazy, summer paddle with wide river vistas and a chance to see Bald Eagles!

Paddle time is about 2 hours. The drive is one hour each way. Shuttle is about 30 minutes total. Bring the usual sunscreen, insect repellent, snack/lunch and lots of water.

Meet at the shed at 8:30 for an 8:45 am departure. Cost is $6.00.  Don’t forget drivers need a little extra for driving ($5?).

Please check your blog before heading out on Tuesday morning in case of cancellation.

Trip co-coordinators are: Anne Woolner & Frank Kuntz

Towers- Frank Kuntz

NOTTAWASAGA RIVER- {July 23rd) Reminder

 

Weather for tomorrow is Sunny and 22 Degrees C., perfect day for a river paddle.  The Edenvale to Wasaga Beach portion we are paddling is approximately 15 kms (3-4 hrs). This portion of the route offers several highlights including Jack’s Lake, a series of small and easily navigated rapids just downstream from Jack’s Lake,  and the largest group of parabolic sand dunes in the province. The river is home to numerous mammals and the bird life is abundant and over 200 species have been sited. The river also supports 32 species of fish.

This trip is open to all members! (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.

Check List For a Fun Day on The Water

Canoe Trip Protocols

Trip Co-Ordinators: Alberta Piche 519-500-3133 and Mark Zelinka
Towers: Armand Martin and Frank Kuntz.

NOTTAWASAGA RIVER – July 23rd

JULY 23- NOTTAWASAGA RIVER

  • Edenvale Conservation area to Wasaga Sports Park
  • Trip Coordinators: Alberta Piche
  • Tower: Armand Martin
  • 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
  • This is one of our longer trips with a good 2 hr drive to the put in. Meet at the shed for 7:30 a.m. to depart at 7:50 a.m.

Watch your email for further trip details on Monday.

Alberta Piche

 

 

EASY BREEZY CANCELLED!

 

Due to lack of interest and no tower, tomorrow’s Easy Breezy is being cancelled.

The next Easy Breezy is scheduled for August 15th. (Moyer’s Landing to River’s Bluff)

There hasn’t been much interest in our Easy Breezy outings this year. Attendance has been much lower than in the past.  We have also not had anyone volunteer to tow for the past several trips either.

Therefore, the question to our membership is:
1) Do we continue with Easy Breezy paddles?
2) If yes, are you willing to volunteer to be a Trip Organizer or be a tower?
3) If yes, how often would you paddle on an Easy Breezy trip?
4) If no, why?

Please use the comments below to start a discussion, provide feedback and suggestions.

 

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