13038 Hwy 61 North
Burlington, Iowa
phone: 319-752-1857 or 1-800-RIVER-12
paddle@canoeskayaks.com
Moonlight Paddle
Saturday September 13, 2008
DESCRIPTION - We'll have a cook out and then paddle the Mississippi River from Ferry Landing Recreation Area to Fourth Pumping Station Recreation Area during the full moon. The sunsets at 7:03 p.m. and the moon rises at 6:24.
The paddle will be 9 river miles which we expect to take 3 - 4 hours depending on fall water levels.
This is a self-paced, easy paddle. Beginners are welcome. We paddle as a group on this trip for safety reasons.
Advance reservation is required Registration form (coming soon).
THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER - The route we picked is backchannel sloughs, away from barges. There will be some shallow places we must navigate around and a couple wingdams that are pretty easy to paddle through. The trip is easy enough, any skill level or age will enjoy it.
Schedule: For paddlers with their own boats, boats may be dropped off at Ferry Landing put-in beginning at 4:30. Boats will be watched while you drive to Fourth Pumping Station for parking and shuttle.
Parking: All participants will park at Fourth Pumping Station (end of paddle).
Check-in: 4:30 - 5:30 Ferry Landing
Shuttle: Person shuttle leaves Fourth Pumping Station at 5:00 to drive to Ferry Landing
Cook out: 5:30 - 6:30
Launch: Approximately 7 p.m.. from Ferry Landing
Landing: Approximately 10:30 p.m. at Fourth Pumping Station.
All people shuttling takes place before the trip.
- If you are renting you should meet at Fourth Pumping Station for parking and shuttle.
- If you are bringing your own boat you must drop it at Ferry Landing and drive to Fourth Pumping Station for parking and shuttle. Due to limited shuttle space, only the driver should go to Fourth Pumping Station.We will meet you at Fourth Pumping Station at 5:00 and shuttle to Ferry Landing.
Camping: Fourth Pumping Station and Ferry Landing are quiet camping areas. Both have primative restrooms.
To Ferry Landing : Oakville is located on Highway 99 - 21 miles north of Burlington or 9 miles east of Wapello. From Illinois, you take the first Iowa exit off the bridge and you are on Highway 99. From 218 you would take county 78 east to 99 and you'll be able to see Oakville from the stopsign. You turn off of 99 to drive thru Oakville. The main street is about 5 blocks long and ends at a stop sign. Turn right. Drive 7 miles to Ferry Landing. There is one Y in the road where you need to stay left.
To 4th Pumping Station: Pumping Station Park is located approximately 4 miles east of Hwy 99 - 18 miles north of Burlington or 3 miles south of Oakville. You will turn east onto Pumping Station Road
FOOD - We will provide hotdogs and other tasty food for the cookout. Please bring hot dog sticks.
REGISTRATION FEE - Advance reservation is required so we have a shuttle and food count.
RENTALS - Rentals require advance reservation and payment.
CHILDREN - This trip is not recommended for small children.
If you have your own canoe or kayak, you are welcome to bring your boat and we will provide shuttle service for your person. Advance reservation and fees still apply.
WHAT TO BRING - Bring lawn chairs, comfortable clothes and shoes for paddling including a windbreaker or layers. We recommend a change of clothing and dry shoes just in case you get wet. Cameras and phones should be in a waterproof pack with a way to secure them to your boat. Coolers for water or snacks are fine but no alcohol will be permitted. Bring your hot dog sticks!
LIGHTING - You are required to have a light that can be attached to the bow of your boat that makes you visible while on the water. Waterproof flashlights work well. We also sell waterproof boating lights at the store. Cylum sticks may decorate your boat but are not a substitute for a light.
SAFETY:
- YOU MUST WEAR A LIFEVEST WHEN ON THE WATER
- THIS IS AN ALCOHOL-FREE EVENT
- PARTICIPANTS UNDER 16 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN. ONE ADULT MUST BE IN EACH CANOE.
- YOU MUST HAVE A LIGHT ON YOUR BOAT. (SEE ABOVE)
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