Just Add Water Paddlers

Let's get out of the heat and onto a river. Verde River from Lower TAPCO to Tuzigoot. About 3.1 Miles. Will take between 2 and 3 hours. It is Class II.
Meet at Lower Tapco at 9:30 AM. Will start a gear pile, and at least one person will keep watch while the others drop cars at Tuzigoot and come back to launch. Don't forget a PFD, hat, bug repellent, water, dry bag, and a kayak, packraft or SUP.

The coordinates for Lower TAPCO RAP is 34.79194444 Deg N and 112.05805556 deg W. It is off of Sycamore Canyon Road in Clarkdale.

IMPORTANT! NEW! PLEASE READ!
WAIVER,RELEASE,AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I hereby waive, release and discharge the Meetup group Just Add Water Paddlers and it's leaders, organizers, members and participants from any and all claims for personal injury, illness, property damage or death resulting from my, and that of my guest(s), participation in any of the group's events. I acknowledge that the event has risks, and I assume these risks with the full understanding that injuries may result from my participation in any event. I intend this release to discharge the above named from any and all liability arising from or connected in any way with my participation in any event, even though that liability may result from the negligence or carelessness of the above named.
I certify that I am of sufficient physical condition to participate in this event, and that my equipment is in proper condition for use at the event.

SCUBA ANACAPA, Channel Islands! “Galapagos of North America”
Snorkel package also available.
•Anacapa’s reefs are home to critters found in the colder northern parts of the state, as well as those from the warmer southern waters. Surface temperatures commonly reach 70° F (21° C) in late summer and fall. Most divers use a 7mm wetsuit or drysuit all year-round when diving Anacapa Island. Visibility at Anacapa averages 30’ (10M) year-round but can be as good as 100’ (30M) when conditions are favorable.
Like most California diving, dives at Anacapa Island are self-guided. The boat provides a divemaster who will check you on and off the boat. They can assist you with problems at the surface like a scuba lifeguard.
The dive site Coral Reef is arguably one of the best dive sites at Anacapa Island. It offers a towering rock wall covered with colorful sponges, gorgonians, and anemones.An easier dive, the historical wreck of the Winfield Scott lies in very shallow water on the north side of Anacapa. This paddle-wheeler ran aground in 1853 and divers can still see sections of the giant paddle wheel amid other debris overgrown with reef life.
•Entry is a giant stride from the boat deck but divers may also exit from the large stern mounted swim-step. Most dives are near the island in depths from just a few feet up to about 50 feet. It is possible to do deeper dives but not required. The Spectre stays anchored during the dive using both a bow anchor in front and a stern anchor behind. This system keeps the boat stationary over the dive sites. Each dive lasts about an hour depending on a diver’s air consumption. The boat does three dives per day at different dive sites. Snorkelers may also enjoy these trips since the boat is usually close to shallow areas.
The bottom is rocky reef and sand. Some spots offer kelp forests, walls, and pinnacles. Hundreds of plants and small animals share the reefs with many varieties of fish including kelp bass, sheepshead, and garibaldi. It is not unusual to spot sea lions, seals, lobsters, bat rays, horn sharks, moray eels, and occasionally giant black sea bass as well as blacksmith perch, sardines, mackerel, anchovies, and other small schooling fish. The more you look the more you see unguided!

• •For first time dives in California, Anacapa is the best choice. It is close to the mainland and offers a perfect introduction to California diving. There is something for everyone and local divers choose Anacapa again and again.

•We'll be using Spectre Dive Boat (805.486.1166) www.spectreboat.com
$275/person includes all gear,3 dives, hot tub/showers onboard, breakfast, BBQ lunch, water and snacks.
•Make your own arrangements with Spectre Boat
Click the link below to see what it's all about!
https://spectreboat.com/dive-trips/
•The Plan
Show up at Spectre Dive at 6am for a 7 am departure. Enjoy the day diving, socializing and whale/dolphin sightings along the way.
•What to bring
Dive book
Diver certification card
Dry clothes/towel/boat shoes/windbreaker
Water bottle
Underwater camera (optional)
Money to tip boat driver/dive master
••I'M OFFERING THIS AS AN OPTION TO JOIN ME, I AM NOT RESONSIBLE FOR YOUR SAFETY,QUALIFICATIONS OR EXPERIENCE!
IMPORTANT! NEW! PLEASE READ!
WAIVER,RELEASE,AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I hereby waive, release and discharge the Meetup group Just Add Water Paddlers and it's leaders, organizers, members and participants from any and all claims for personal injury, illness, property damage or death resulting from my, and that of my guest(s), participation in any of the group's events. I acknowledge that the event has risks, and I assume these risks with the full understanding that injuries may result from my participation in any event. I intend this release to discharge the above named from any and all liability arising from or connected in any way with my participation in any event, even though that liability may result from the negligence or carelessness of the above named.
I certify that I am of sufficient physical condition to participate in this event, and that my equipment is in proper condition for use at the event.
I have read this waiver and release and fully understand its terms and agree that it shall be binding on my heirs and assigns. I consent to emergency transportation and care at my own expense if I become injured or ill.
GUESTS: My guest(s) have read this waiver, and have agreed to it. I accept full responsibility for my guest's safety and behavior.
My RSVP and/or participating in this event is my signature on this waiver for me and my guest(s).
The organizer of this trip is a Volunteer, not a leader.
Emergency contact information will be gathered before each event, so have phone numbers and names ready.

NEW ADVENTURE EXPERIENCE! CAMP/KAYAK/HIKE/SNORKEL
Experience of a lifetime exploring sea caves, coves, and hikes on Santa Cruz Island off of Ventura, California, 7.5 hour drive from Phoenix.
•Depart Ventura with Island Packers at 9:00 am, Sunday.
During the 1 hour ride, you'll see dolphins and possibly whales to Santa Cruz, Scorpion Bay.
•Walk 1/2 mile with your backpack to campsite, complete with tables, rodent proof storage box, potable water and vault toilet nearby.
•3 tents/6 people per site (I have 2 sites booked, only one available for others to use though)
•Potable water and vault toilets on site
How do I do this?
•Book all of this ASAP since campsites are very limited already!
1. Go to recreation.gov to reserve Sunday-Tues (2 nights) Santa Cruz Scorpion. With your Senior pass it's only $7.50/night OR the first 3 people to contact me will get my other site number.
2. Then you must pay for your Island Packers Boat shuttle, $88/person, plus kayak roundtrip $22, total of $110.
•Book the 9 am departure (Sun) from Ventura Harbor and a 4:30 pm return (Tues) from Scorpion either online or 805.642.1393
3. Rent your kayak from Channel Island Kayak at $35/dayx3 = $105
online or 805.984.5995
The Plan:
•We'll explore sea caves and coves via kayak and hike when we're not relaxing at camp. Snorkeling is also available free at Scorpion Bay beach area with your own equipment.
•What to bring:
Check Island Packers website for details!
60 pounds max/person. No single item over 45 pounds
Backpack (to carry stuff up to campsite) and Daypack for hikes/1st Aid Kit
Jet boil/pocket rocket and fuel
Food-dehydrated is recommended
Rodent proof boxes for your food!
Trash bags. No trash removal on island. Pack it in-Pack it out
Tent/pad/bag/pillow/hammock
Lights/headlamp
Water shoes/hiking boots/sandals or shoes for campsite
Swimwear/towel/snorkel gear
Windbreaker/hat/sunscreen/kayak gloves
Confirmation sheet from reservation.gov
Walkie Talkies (optional)
Binoculars (optional)
Foldable wagon (optional) $10 transport fee to Island Packers

Websites to use for booking and information:
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232498
https://islandpackers.com/island-camping/scorpion-anchorage-camping-santa-cruz-island/
https://cikayak.com/kayak-rentals/

Additional websites to check out:
https://islandpackers.com/island-campint/overnight-gear-guidelines/
https://www.thewanderingqueen.com/channel-islands-camping/
https://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/index.htm

•THIS IS AN AMBITIOUS ADVENTURE AND I HOPE YOU CAN EXPERIENCE IT WITH US!
You could use a good adventure paddle!

IMPORTANT! NEW! PLEASE READ!
WAIVER,RELEASE,AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I hereby waive, release and discharge the Meetup group Just Add Water Paddlers and it's leaders, organizers, members and participants from any and all claims for personal injury, illness, property damage or death resulting from my, and that of my guest(s), participation in any of the group's events. I acknowledge that the event has risks, and I assume these risks with the full understanding that injuries may result from my participation in any event. I intend this release to discharge the above named from any and all liability arising from or connected in any way with my participation in any event, even though that liability may result from the negligence or carelessness of the above named.
I certify that I am of sufficient physical condition to participate in this event, and that my equipment is in proper condition for use at the event.
I have read this waiver and release and fully understand its terms and agree that it shall be binding on my heirs and assigns. I consent to emergency transportation and care at my own expense if I become injured or ill.
GUESTS: My guest(s) have read this waiver, and have agreed to it. I accept full responsibility for my guest's safety and behavior.
My RSVP and/or participating in this event is my signature on this waiver for me and my guest(s).
The organizer of this trip is a Volunteer, not a leader.
Emergency contact information will be gathered before each event, so have phone numbers and names ready.

•Unforeseen circumstance - I'm changing to a week later, October 11th!
•LIMIT WILL BE 25 PEOPLE. Let me know when you're booked.
•KAYAK&CAMP ON THE COLORADO RIVER BELOW GLENN CANYON DAM
•HARD SHELL KAYAKS ONLY. NO INFLATABLES.
•We will be meeting on Friday at Lee's Ferry Campground for the night. This is a first-come-first-served campground. There are flush toilets and sinks, no showers. $13/site with NP pass, or $26 if no pass.
•You need to book your shuttle/backhaul for Saturday, October 11th with www.kayakthecolorado.com or call 435.275.2925.
Get on the shuttle beginning at 11 am. Cost is $80/person, $101 after tax and tip. See cancellation policy below.
**Leave a comment below when you've PURCHASED your backhaul.
I will move you to the 'going' list.
*I'm limiting the group to around 25-30 people.
The Plan:
•We will be kayaking down from the sandbar just below the dam after being dropped off from the 1 hour shuttle boat/backhaul.
•Paddle approximately 6 miles, with current, to Horseshoe Bend camp mile 9 (approximately 2 hours of paddling)
•Camp at Horseshoe Bend. If for some reason, we see that the site is not available on the shuttle up, then the alternative is 8 Mile camp, slightly past Horseshoe Bend.
•Please bring firewood, even a piece or two in your kayak is appreciated.
•There is a vault toilet at both locations. Bring toilet paper just in case! (BYOTP)
•There are 8 opportunities for restrooms along the riverside. River mile 14,11,10,9,8,7,6 and 4 mile.
•No trash pickup so pack it in, pack it out.
•Sunday, we will leave at our leisure and paddle the 9 miles downstream to Lee's Ferry, pack up and go home exhilarated.
•FYI, The dam is river mile 15, Horseshoe Bend camp is mile 9 and Lee's Ferry is mile 0.
•Weather will be changing at this time of the year, so check the weather and dress appropriately. Remember that the water is very cold, and you can get hypothermia within minutes of being submersed.
•Dry bags for all gear is required. Do not pack gear in trash bags or plastic containers.
•ZIPPED LIFE JACKETS MUST BE WORN WHILE ON THE WATER.
•No alcohol consumption on the water, but break it out at camp!
What to bring:
•Camp gear-tent, chair, cookstove, etc
•Water and food
•Firewood
•PFD/Paddle/Kayak
•Hat, sunscreen, gloves
Hope to see you there!
Always a great memory maker and a fun trip!
C'mon! You could use a good paddling!
•The Kayak the Colorado cancellation policy is a 48 hour cancellation policy, within 48 hours there will be no refunds unless there is bad weather and we cancel in total. Please give us more time is better so others can use the resource. There is a 3% service fee to recoup costs incurred in the transaction prior to 48 hours. Weather cancellation can be done at anytime by the client, and may be done by Kayak the Colorado at our discretion. To cancel a booking at Kayak the Colorado, email info@kayakthecolorado.com. Provide your name on booking, backhaul time and any more details that can assist with the cancellation.
WAIVER,RELEASE,AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I hereby waive, release and discharge the Meetup group Just Add Water Paddlers and it's leaders, organizers, members and participants from any and all claims for personal injury, illness, property damage or death resulting from my, and that of my guest(s), participation in any of the group's events. I acknowledge that the event has risks, and I assume these risks with the full understanding that injuries may result from my participation in any event. I intend this release to discharge the above named from any and all liability arising from or connected in any way with my participation in any event, even though that liability may result from the negligence or carelessness of the above named.
I certify that I am of sufficient physical condition to participate in this event, and that my equipment is in proper condition for use at the event.
I have read this waiver and release and fully understand its terms and agree that it shall be binding on my heirs and assigns. I consent to emergency transportation and care at my own expense if I become injured or ill.
GUESTS: My guest(s) have read this waiver, and have agreed to it. I accept full responsibility for my guest's safety and behavior.
My RSVP and/or participating in this event is my signature on this waiver for me and my guest(s).
The organizer of this trip is a Volunteer, not a leader.
•Emergency contact information will be gathered before each event, so have phone numbers and names ready.