Name: Pine Barrens Car-Camping/Paddling, Mullica River Kayak Camping, or Both!
Start: 2024-05-31T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-06-02T12:00:00-04:00

Join us for paddling and car-camping at Atsion Lake Friday/Saturday night, with the option of instead kayak camping Saturday night on the Mullica River, in the Pine Barrens! We have reserved 8 sites at Atsion Family Campground Fri/Sat nights, and 3 small primitive group sites at Mullica River Campground for Sat night only, both in Wharton State Forest. You can also just meet us at 10am Saturday morning at the Mullica River boat launch for one night of kayak/canoe camping. YOU MUST INDICATE WHEN RSVPING IF YOU WILL JUST CAR CAMP FRI-SUN, KAYAK CAMP SAT-SUN, OR CAR CAMP FRIDAY/KAYAK CAMP SAT-SUN.

Flush toilets and showers are available in the Atsion Campground. The primitive Mullica River Campground only has pit toilets. Service dogs are allowed at Atsion, all dogs at Mullica.

Our Saturday to Sunday kayak camping trip will be on the Mullica River, near our car-camping location on Atsion Lake. The boat launch is near the Atsion Furnace, and a dirt road that leads down to the launch, on the east side of Rt 206, just south of the dam.

**For the overnight kayak/canoe campers:**
You must have dry bags or other containers that will fit all your camping gear into your kayak or canoe. DO NOT strap down heavy items on top of your kayak. **You must [rent a boat for overnight](https://www.pinelandsadventures.org/adventure/mullica-river-overnight-trip/), not for just a day paddle, otherwise you must bring your own.**

No refunds unless we can replace you! Refund requests 30 days or closer to the trip will be processed after the trip ends.

**Pack carefully!** If kayaking in, pack very light, as if backpacking. If paddling a canoe, more equipment can be taken.
[Kayak camping info and checklist](https://paddling.com/learn/a-kayakers-camping-checklist)
[Canoe camping checklist](https://www.rei.com/dam/checklist-canoe-multiday-touring.pdf)

The Mullica River is a narrow, winding Pine Barrens river with tannin-colored clean cool water and small sandy beachy areas to pull out for a break or picnic. On Sunday late afternoon, we will take out at the Pleasant Mills launch near Batsto and then shuttle back.

ALL PADDLERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A PROPERLY FITTING PFD (life jacket) AT ALL TIMES WHEN ON THE WATER, ZIPPED AND BUCKLED SECURELY. NO EXCEPTIONS!

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**For day paddlers only:**
If car-campers want to instead paddle with an outfitter on Saturday, they must [individually register with them for one of their paddling trips.](https://www.pinelandsadventures.org/adventures/?fwp_trip_type=guided-canoeingkayaking)
You can bring a kayak/canoe or rent one from the outfitter who will transport you and your boat to the launch site. Trip length is approximately 4-5 hours, based on the average trip length of beginner to intermediate paddlers out for a relaxing paddle. All participants must be at least 6 years old. Everyone will be required to sign the outfitter's waiver, minor participants must have the waiver signed on their behalf. This can be all done online. Once a member registers they will receive an email confirmation with the waiver link.
You can also rent to do your own self-guided tour. [Book a trip here.](https://www.pinelandsadventures.org/adventures/?fwp_trip_type=self-guided-canoeingkayaking)

If car-campers want to paddle on the Mullica with the kayak-campers on Saturday, they will need to arrange their own shuttle back to the campground. Kayaks of 12 feet in length and under can more easily maneuver on some parts of the Mullica, Batsto or Wading River. An event host will provide an update or wait for what the group decides.

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RSVPs are per tent, NOT per person. When you RSVP, you are paying for 2 nights camping (car-camping or primitive) regardless of how many nights you choose to stay or where. The payment of $35.49 is for one tent, which will only cover the cost to camp with the group. During the weekend, we may also split the cost of firewood, if needed.

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Changing river conditions such as weather, water levels, underwater obstacles and fallen trees can make this trip moderately challenging depending upon the paddler’s level of experience and physical condition.

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When you sign up for this event you agree to read, understand, and sign a waiver stating the following:
If you join us for paddling (or any other activity), understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. It is your responsibility to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear. Please also be ready to provide an emergency contact phone number. Your attendance on this trip signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver.

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