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Philadelphia Canoe Club

Trip, Delaware River, Riegelsville to Tinicum, Moving Water/Class 1 Rapids

  • 22 Jul 2025
  • 9:00 AM
  • Milford, NJ
  • 4 registrants

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  • You do not need bring the ticket that is emailed to you the day of the trip.
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Paddle this pretty section of the Delaware River lined by wooded bluffs and high rock cliffs. This section of the river has smooth waters and simple well-spaced riffles and class 1 rapids. Anticipated trip time for this 12-mile paddle is approximately 5 hours.  We will take breaks and eat lunch along the way.  The Delaware river is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Meet at Reigelsville NJ Boat Ramp, 15 Old River Rd, Milford, NJ, Coordinates 40.59362159707582, -75.18463652588491.  We will drop off the boats and leave several participants there to look over them while we shuttle our cars to Tinicum Park.  There is a porta potty at this location.

Take Out at Tinicum Park River Access Parking, 963 River Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18920  Coordinates: 40.50677004213892, -75.06810031127195 At the end of the trip, we plan to use the vehicles that we left at Tinicum Park to take drivers back to Rieglesville to get their vehicles and get everybody and the boats back to Tinicum Park.  There are bathrooms (red building) across the road in the park from the parking lot.

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 a bathing suit 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.
Trip Updates: Will be sent via email up to the day before the trip. 

Questions: email 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

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