Paddle Trips for 2012
 Get Out On the River with UCR!
We all know that paddling is great exercise, can be relaxing, and provides a sense of adventure. And as with our cleanups, we’ve found that paddling also develops a sense of “river community,” helps us identify negative impacts to the river and educates our participants about the value of watersheds for recreation and wildlife habitat. But when it comes down to the essential reason why people paddle … it’s FUN! Make plans to join us in 2012 for more exciting trips. See below for information on specific outings.
RIVER DISCOVERY TRIPS
Five trips within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in partnership with the National Park Service.
• June 23, 2012 – Buford Dam to Settles Bridge
• July 7, 2012 – Settles Bridge to Abbotts Bridge
• July 21, 2012 – Abbotts Bridge to Jones Bridge
• August 4, 2012 – Jones Bridge to Island Ford
• August 18, 2012 – Morgan Falls Dam to Paces Mill
MORE PADDLE TRIPS
The trips below focus on the Upper Chattahoochee (headwaters) above Lake Lanier, the ‘Metro’ Chattahoochee that flows through the Atlanta Area, and the Middle Chattahoochee around West Point Lake.
• May 19-20, 2012 – Blue Trail Camping and Paddle Trip: Sautee Creek to Belton Bridge
• June 9, 2012 – Back to the Chattahoochee River Race & Festival
• September 8, 2012 – Chestatee River Paddle Trip
• September 29, 2012 – Lower Soque Paddle Trip
• October 13, 2012 – Middle Chattahoochee below West Point Lake
• October 20-21, 2012 – McIntosh Reserve Camping and Paddling Trip: McIntosh Reserve to Franklin, GA
PADDLE CLEANUPS
The cleanups below are annual events. Check back frequently as we will add paddle cleanups throughout the year.
• April 14, 2012 – Paddle Cleanup – component of the Sweep the Hooch Multi-Site Cleanup
• June 2, 2012 – Clean the Race Course
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
- Fees: One-day paddle trips – $35 per boat (solo or tandem); two-day camping and paddling trips - $60 per boat (solo or tandem); Paddle Cleanups are free.
- Participants receive a one-year individual UCR membership.
- Registration required. All paddle trips have a maximum capacity – we encourage you to register early to ensure participation.
- Details will be provided in your confirmation email after registration and specific trip details will be emailed to you one week prior to the trip date.
- Each participant is required to sign a UCR Liability Waiver. This may be submitted as an authorized as electronic signature during the registration process or print a copy and bring it with you. Click here to preview the UCR Liability Waiver.
- Boating equipment is not provided for any UCR paddle trip or cleanup. Click here for a list of local outfitters. These trips are intended for kayaks and canoes only – inflatable boats are not permitted. PFD’s must be worn on all UCR paddle trips.
- Shuttling is a group effort and typically we will meet around 9 a.m. at the put-in to unload all boats and shuttle to the take-out before we get on the river. Details will be emailed to you prior to the trip.
- Youth Age Requirements: If paddling solo, paddler must be at least 15 years old. If paddling tandem, youth must be at least 8 years of age and accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.
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