Trip, Little Schuylkill River, Class 1+, 1 Rapids

The Little Schuylkill is a beautiful novice run through a remove wooded setting past Blue Mountain.  Hopefully the many rhododendron will be in bloom.  Rain from the prior week should result in good water levels.  With a gradient of 15’ per mile there are numerous class 1, 1+ rapids.  Helmets are recommended; club helmets will be available for use.  The estimated time on the water including lunch and breaks for this 17 mile paddle is 6.5 hours.  The Little Schuylkill is approximately 100 minutes from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Put In: River Road bridge over the Little Schuylkill, Tamaqua, PA, Coordinates: 40.7404081653121, -75.96917535761425. 

Take Out: at Port Clinton Access, 944 South St, Port Clinton, PA.  Coordinates: 40.57890057390488, -76.02906920574917. 

The car shuttle details will be emailed to participants the night before the trip.

To Go On This Trip: Click "REGISTER" and complete the Registration Information. 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 here to complete a waiver.  Non-members are encouraged to join and complete the waiver before the trip.  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: 

• Transportation of your boat and gear to the trip location.

• Wear a 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 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.

Questions: email Tom Moiani at tbmoiani@gmail.com

Rain, inclement weather, or high or low water levels can cancel or reschedule the trip or change the trip location.

TRIP PARTICIPANTS RESPONSIBILITIES.pdf