August 2009 - September 2009 |
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07/26/2009 Saturday Time: 9:30 Biking and Snorkeling Easy Lake Worth Inlet Palm Beach FL |
Palm Beach Inlet Bike & Snorkel -
Come to the best off-the-beach snorkeling in the Palm Beach County, almost as good as you’ll find in the Bahamas or the Keys. We go on the ocean side of the jetty on the Palm Beach side of the inlet. Yes, it’s in the ocean, but it’s quite protected where we go. You don’t have go to very far off the beach to see interesting creatures; you'll find them in 5' or 40' of water. We ride the lovely bicycle path 3.5 miles before our short walk across the beach. After floating around for a couple of hours, we pedal back to the vehicles and then engage in a time-honored P&P tradition – going out to lunch! We go in the morning because the water is calmer, and on the high tide because the water is clearer. Why do we bicycle? Because the Palm Beach folks up in that area of the island don't allow others to park up there. You need your own snorkeling gear. There is a bicycle rental shop nearby. We'll meet in Palm Beach at 9:30 am. These are Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club trips, and are open to anyone. Easy. No shuttle or fees. Participants need to contact me for the meeting location, which may be changed from the past ... or not. (In my 1997 DeLorme Florida Atlas & Gazetteer: page 109, 3/C, meeting north of the golf course #1770. The Inlet is in 3/B. Call for exact directions. For you GPS folks, this is officially the Lake Worth Inlet.)
Host: Linda Leeds, 683-2851, lindamarie7@juno.com. |
08/02/2009 Sunday 9:00 In the Water Paddling Moderate to Strenuous Wekiva River Longwood FL |
Upper Wekiva River -
From Wekiva Marina ( Island with new ownership) , we'll go down to river campsites, and back up to the spring head for a break, about 14 mile round trip. Launch fee $6 at the Marina and $2 to enter State Park (if you choose to do so) plus ice cream or anything else you need to buy at the State Park. Bring cash. Give yourself ample time to arrive and get ready. Out of courtesy to the participants, please be ready to paddle at 9:00 am.
Must wear PFD ( type III ) and whistle are required on the paddle. Contact your hosts, Mariam Mohsenin at mohseninma@gmail.com, Ken Knapton at kensmowers@yahoo.com. |
08/8/2009 Saturday Time: 9:30 Biking and Snorkeling Easy Lake Worth Inlet Palm Beach FL |
Palm Beach Inlet Bike & Snorkel -
Come to the best off-the-beach snorkeling in the Palm Beach County, almost as good as you’ll find in the Bahamas or the Keys. We go on the ocean side of the jetty on the Palm Beach side of the inlet. Yes, it’s in the ocean, but it’s quite protected where we go. You don’t have go to very far off the beach to see interesting creatures; you'll find them in 5' or 40' of water. We ride the lovely bicycle path 3.5 miles before our short walk across the beach. After floating around for a couple of hours, we pedal back to the vehicles and then engage in a time-honored P&P tradition – going out to lunch! We go in the morning because the water is calmer, and on the high tide because the water is clearer. Why do we bicycle? Because the Palm Beach folks up in that area of the island don't allow others to park up there. You need your own snorkeling gear. There is a bicycle rental shop nearby. We'll meet in Palm Beach at 9:30 am. These are Palm Beach Pack & Paddle Club trips, and are open to anyone. Easy. No shuttle or fees. Participants need to contact me for the meeting location, which may be changed from the past ... or not. (In my 1997 DeLorme Florida Atlas & Gazetteer: page 109, 3/C, meeting north of the golf course #1770. The Inlet is in 3/B. Call for exact directions. For you GPS folks, this is officially the Lake Worth Inlet.)
Host: Linda Leeds, 683-2851, lindamarie7@juno.com. |
08/8/2009 Saturday 9:00 AM Paddling Moderate Rock Springs Run Apopka FL |
Paddle Rock Springs Run -
Rock Springs Run originates from a spring just north of Apopka and winds through Wekiwa Springs State Park before joining with the Wekiva River. This is one of the few remaining places in Florida that has a sense of timelessness. The paddle is about 8 miles long and usually takes 4½ to 5 hours. We will meet at King's Landing and be on the river by 9:00 a.m.
For those participants wanting to shuttle their own boats, please be at King's Landing and have your boat and gear unloaded by 8:15 to start the shuttle to the Wekiva Marina. Boat rentals and shuttle service are available at King's Landing (407-886-0859 or kingslandingfl.com). The last time I checked it was $10 to launch your own boat and $30 for a rental canoe. If you are shuttling your own boat, there is also a $6 fee to park at Wekiva Island (formerly Wekiva Marina). Pack a lunch and we will find a spot along the river to eat and stretch our legs. Reservations not required, but helpful. Event Host: Tony Owen 407-402-3330 or towen@finfrockdmc.com (preferred). |
08/9/2009 Sunday Time: See Details Paddling Moderate to Strenuous Silver River Silver Springs FL |
Silver River from two approaches -
If you've ever been to the Silver River, than you'll certainly know that is an experience you don’t want to miss. From its crystal clear waters to its abundant wildlife, the Silver River offers spectacular beauties in such a way only a small percentage of us are fortunate enough to enjoy from the quiet of our watercraft.
This trip will offer two options for paddlers Option 1: Meet at Ray's Wayside Park at 8:30 A.M. for a 9:00 A.M. launch, we will paddle upstream (approximately 4 miles) to the Silver River State Park ramp. Option 2: Meet at the Silver River State park at the canoe trail, boats must be transported approximately one mile to the Silver River State Park ramp via trail. Paddlers must be ready to launch at 10:15 A.M. NOTE: the trail is 3/4 to 1 mile long so if you thought of purchasing wheels, now would be a good time; if you have wheels, now is not the time to leave them behind. . From the Silver River State Park ramp, we will paddle upstream 2.5 miles to the springhead against a 3 M.P.H. current. We will stop for a lunch break at the state park ramp on the return trip. All will take out at the Ray's Wayside park ramp. Drivers parked at the state park will be shuttled back to Silver River State park. Silver River State Park is located off S.R. 35, Baseline Road just south of Silver Springs. Take S.R. 40 east from Ocala to Silver Springs, make right on S.R. 35 (Baseline Road) to the State Park. Entry fee is $6.00. For Ray's Wayside Park, it is approximately five miles east of Silver Springs on S.R. 40, (if you cross the high bridge, then you went to far). The fee for parking at Ray's was $5.00 last year; have exact change. This trip is open to all members and their invited guests. As always, a P.F.D. and whistle are required and must be worn at all times while paddling. Plan on bringing plenty of hydration and snacks and a lunch. For more information please contact your trip host: Bill Smith at madriver33@gmail.com or trip co-host; Don Cihak at cihakd@earthlink.net. |
08/16/2009 Sunday 9:00 AM In the Water Paddling Moderate to Strenuous Wekiva River DeBary FL |
Lower Wekiva River -
From High Banks , against the current, we'll paddle St. Johns River for 1 ¼ mile, enter Wekiva River, paddle to Katie's Landing and back, about a 14 mile round trip, a beautiful run. See FL. Gazetteer, page 80, coordinates A2 or Google W. Highbanks Road in Deb ary 32713. After the paddle, we'll go to the restaurant ( a very good one) right where we put in and have an early dinner. Give yourself ample time to arrive and get ready. Out of courtesy to the participants, please be ready to paddle at 9:00 am.
Must wear PFD ( type III ) and whistle are required on the paddle. Contact your hosts, Mariam Mohsenin at mohseninma@gmail.com, Ken Knapton at kensmowers@yahoo.com. |
08/23/2009 Sunday 8:00 AM Paddling Moderate Juniper Run Ocala National Forest |
Juniper Run -
This technical paddle is great fun as the rushing waters tightly wind and twist their way through the scrub of the Ocala National Forest creating an out of this world paddling experience. This is a one way paddle from the spring head to the S.R. 19 take out. Meet at the Juniper Springs Recreation Park Gate at 8:00. See Map
Park entrance fee is $4.00 plus tax. We will park the vehicles in the park and take the bus back. Shuttle cost is $6 per person. You will pay for this at the park store in the morning plus $20 (cash only) deposit, you get it back when you return to the park the shuttle. Bring cash. Moreover, the canoe drop off area is a fair distance from the launch platform, per new policy, the park has only 2-3 carts available for boat owners. Bring your kayak/canoe cart if you have one. Park details are at Juniper Springs Recreation. Address is 26701 E. Hwy 40, Silver Springs, zip 34488 tel 352- 625-2808 or 352-625-3147. RIVER RESTRICTIONS: Do not bring anything disposable, anything that you will throw in garbage. Example ziplock bags, disposable water bottles, the trail mix wrap. This means you need to store all your lunch/snack in tupperware. You'll open up your trail mix or rice crispies bar & put it in a tupperware. This type of restriction is becoming more common. If you have any questions regarding this, it is best to contact the park for further details. Bring your canoe, sit on top or your rec. boat. Must wear PFD ( Type III ). We had so much fun on this run in July that we're going back. Contact your hosts for any additional information you may need. Ken Knapton at kensmowers@yahoo.com or Mariam Mohsenin at mohseninma@gmail.com. RSVP so hosts can contact you in case for any reason the trip is canceled. . |
08/30/2009
Sunday Kayak Skills Sesson Location: Call Host |
Kayak Skill Session- For All Skill Levels -
The session is about four to six - hour long with Ken Knapton, Michael Shugg and Mariam Mohsenin. Guaranteed that you will learn a new skill or improve on existing skills. RSVP is required. For members only. PFD and whistle are required on all sessions. We'll start at 9:00, so come early enough to ready yourself.
Event Host: Focus all reservations to Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com. |
09/04 - 09/07/2009 Friday - Monday Paddle, Beach, History Leisure or Strenuous Anastasia State Park St. Augustine FL |
Labor Day Weekend: Camping at Anastasia SP -
Anastasia SP is just 110 miles from Orlando and it's along the ocean in Saint Augustine. It's one of the most beautiful parks in Florida. Park Reservations are already full, but you can keep trying as cancellations often occur!. Sites are going fast. Sonia will be doing moderate paddles and I will do the strenuous ones. There are miles of pristine beach. So, if you are not too tired after the paddle, we can do a moonlight walk along the beach on Friday night or Saturday night; or, just simply watch the moon come out in the ocean. In the park, there is a short hiking trail, as well. Also, it's a great place for leisure roller-blading or bicycling in the park. If you like history, you can go to Saint Augustine and be a tourist. Sonia can be your tour guide since she knows this place very well and is always eager to go back. If you have a site you want to share, or if you can't get a site, let me know and I'll see if I can help you find someone to share. Host: Mabel at mabelmaga@aol.com. |
09/06/2009
Sunday 9:00AM In The Water Paddle Moderate De Leon Springs Run De Leon Springs FL |
DeLeon Springs Paddle -
Meet in State Park at the canoe put-in ($6.00/vehicle entrance fee, no fee to launch boat). We'll do about 10 miles. Expect an all day paddle. Birding is excellent in and around the spring run. Bring snacks/lunch, plenty of water to drink. Canoe and Kayak rentals are available on a first come, first served basis, contact Park for more info. The park has a playground area, nature center, & swimming near the run. Give yourself ample time to arrive and get ready. Out of courtesy to the participants, please be ready to paddle at 9:00 am. See Park website for info and address DeLeon Springs State Park.
Must wear PFD ( Type III ). RSVP so hosts can contact you in case for any trip changes or cancellation. Contact your hosts Mariam Mohsenin at mohseninma@gmail.com or Ken Knapton at kensmowers@yahoo.com |
09/27/2009
Sunday 8:30AM meet Paddle Training Kayak Rolling Clinic Location: Contact Host |
Kayak Rolling Clinic- For All Skill Levels -
If you know Ken Knapton, then you know he is THE best instructor. The session is about three to four - hour long with Ken Knapton, Michael Shugg and Mariam Mohsenin. RSVP is required. For members only. PFD (Type III) and whistle are required on all sessions. We'll start at 9:00, so meet at 8:30 for a 9:00 Start, come early to ready yourself.
Event Host: Focus all questions and reservations to Mariam Mohsenin at (407)325-7596, mohseninma@gmail.com |