Trip, Delaware River, Frost Hollow to Riegelsville, Class 1 Rapids and Moving Water

Friday's weather forecast for sun and a high in the  lower 70's will make for a great Fall trip.  Paddle past Easton, PA with it’s beautiful bridges across the Delaware and the confluence with the Lehigh river.  Above and below Easton the river is lined by wooded bluffs and high rock cliffs including a 400 foot deep water gap.  This section of the river has class 1 rapids, simple well-spaced riffles and smooth water. Basic river reading and boat control skills paddling class 1 rapids are needed.  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 75 minutes from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Car shuttle: Meet at the take out, consolidate boats onto cars, leave some cars and drive to the Put In. This will save everyone about an hour of morning driving time.

Take Out at Riegelsville NJ Boat Ramp, 15 Old River Rd, Milford, NJ, Coordinates 40.59362159707582, -75.18463652588491.  There is a porta potty at this location.

Put in Frost Hollow Overlook ,  Route 611, Easton, PA, Coordinates 40.724557695819044, -75.18769104826535.  There are no bathroom facilities.

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 may either complete a 1 day event membership paper waiver and pay $10 cash the morning of the trip or join the ACA for $40 which will then provide insurance for trips for the next year.

Requirements: 

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

• Wear a PFD while on the water and you should have a whistle.
• The water temperature is expected to be in the 50's.  Wear either, dry wear, wetsuit or quick drying clothes (no cotton) suitable for getting wet.  Dress in layers and have a set of dry clothes with you in the boat. There are many online sources of information on how to dress.  Click here for a link to one such online source from Paddle Boston. 
• 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: 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.

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