Upper Salmon River, April 28

Submitted by MillerIori on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 12:38

Whitewater

This is especially for those people paddling the Moira River, April 27, with Bill Ness. When finishing the Moira some of us will camp locally as we may as well make the most of being local to both rivers. Others are welcome to come just for the day.
Considering the lack of snow in the bush this winter we shall make a call on whether we can, in fact, paddle this river this year as the date approaches.
Normally this is a class II and III river so we are looking for people who have some experience. You must have a whitewater boat (plus a bailer) and you must have either a full dry suit or wet suit. The organizers of this trip will reserve the right to exclude you if you turn up unprepared. Please bring throw ropes if you have them.
Come prepared to have a good time, socialize, and be supportive of other people's experience.

The main intention for this trip is 'tandem practice' for those of us intending to undertake back country trips up north this summer. Solo paddlers will be welcomed too, should there be space in the group.

The Basics

Event Location:

Upper Salmon River

Date(s) & Time:

Sunday, April 28, 2024 (All day)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat., April 27, 2024

Event Duration:

one day, 6 hours

Difficulty Rating:

Intermediate

Participant Info

Who's Invited:

WCA members

Maximum Group Size:

8 boats

Minimum Group Size:

2 boats

Itinerary

Itinerary description:

We will paddle the length of the river and attempt all rapids available. We will begin at 10 am and be finished by 4 pm.

If you are camping locally the night before, or staying in a motel, please let the organizer know.
Also please let the organizer know who you are paddling with.

Required Items to Bring:

White water canoe, an extra paddle, bailers, throw ropes, PFD's.
A proper wet suit or dry suit is mandatory.