Trip, Local Creek or River, Class 1/1 Plus Rapids or Moring Water

The forecast for rainfall before Saturday should raise water to a good level for paddling one of our local creeks less than one hour drive from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.  Likely locations are the East Brandywine and Neshaminy, both with class 1/1 plus rapids, or the upper Great Egg River with sharp turns and narrow passages through cut out debris.  Prior experience on Moving water or Class 1/1 plus rapids, and good boat control skills are needed.  This page will be updated Friday evening once the rain is over with the trip details and again on Saturday morning before 6 AM when accurate water levels are known.  Early 8 AM meeting time to paddle in the cooler morning and catch the higher water level from Friday's rain.  The approximate time for the trip will be 3.5 to 4.5 hours.  The trip will be within a 60 minute drive of the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

To Go On This Trip: Click "REGISTER" and complete the registration Information.  Participants must have completed an American Canoe Association (ACA) Waiver.  ACA members complete an online waiver when joining or renewing their membership.  Individuals who are not ACA members must complete a 1 day event membership paper waiver and pay $10 cash the morning of the trip.

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.

Trip Updates: Will be sent via email up to 7 :00 AM the day of the trip. 

Questions: Contact 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