Trip, Schuylkill River, Class 2 Rapids, Bridgeport - Philadelpiha Canoe Club

Paddle a diverse number of river features from Bridgeport 11 miles to the Philadelphia Canoe Club.  The trip starts with easy rapids, ripples and moving water past Norristown and Conshohocken and then slows to flat water for several miles to the Flat Rock Dam.  Portage the dam and paddle Class 2 and 1 rapids, moving and flat water to the canoe club.  Much of the river is tree lined but roads and buildings can be heard and seen in the background.  Helmets are recommended for this trip and will be available from the club.    Time on the water including a lunch at the dam portage is approximately 4 hours.

For additional information/to go on the trip please contact the Trip Coordinator: Tom Moiani, tbmoiani@gmail.com

Participants must be American Canoe Association (ACA) members and complete an online waiver.  Uncertain if you have a waiver?  Log into the ACA Website, click “My Profile” and “Date Annual Waiver Expires”.  If it is expired or has never been done click hereto complete it.  Non-members are encouraged to joinACA and complete the waiver.  The $40 membership provides insurance for club events for the next year.  The day of the trip ACA members without an annual waiver (bring your membership number) and non-members (pay $10 cash for a 1 day event membership) can complete a paper waiver.

Requirements (for your safety): 

• Wear a helmet and PFD while on the water and you should have a whistle.
• Wear quick drying clothes suitable for getting wet.  If the weather is cool dress in layers and have a set of dry clothes with you in the boat.
• Protect your toes, wear water or close toed shoes.

Suggestions (for your comfort):

• Bring water to drink and a snack/lunch. 
• Bring a dry bag or waterproof container for your personal belongings/extra clothes.
• Have a secure place to carry your car keys.
• Have a set of dry clothes in your car if you want to change for the ride home