Turtle Creek spring freeze paddle

Maripat Ribbon is hosting a Stateline Paddlers trip on Turtle Creek** Sunday March 22, 2015 ** Car shift will be at 10:30, plan to be there 10:00 should put us on the water by 11:00.  The trip is about 11 miles and will take about 4 hours on the water.  Bring a lunch/hydration/ and DRESS WARM!

The launch is at on O’Reily Road about 400 meters (1/4 mile) east of the bridge in a small forests preserve. Take out will be in Sweet Allyn Park on the East side of Beloit.
If you need directions to the launch, Take I-39 North to I-43, get off at Rt 140 go north about 1/2 mile to Townline Rd., then East about 4 miles to O’Reily Rd and turn North. The road turns right after the bridge, and the launch is at the curve in the road.
Weather is predicted to be in the low 40s, and the water will be very cold. Dress accordingly. You must be an experienced paddler for this trip, it is not for beginners.
The usual rules apply including but not limited to:
Participants provide their own suitable canoe or kayak, paddle(s), PFD/approved life jackets, and wear PFD on water
Minors must be accompanied by responsible adult
Adults must sign in , on waiver sheet
Hydration/drinking water BYO,
Lunch BYO
Dump bag – Dry bag w/change of clothing

Hope to see a few brave souls there!


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