Just Add Water Paddlers

Join us for a relaxing weekend kayaking, hiking and chillin' with no cell service.
Telephone Cove, NV, near Laughlin, is an easy, scenic, 4 hour drive from Phoenix.
Plenty of free camping right on the water so you can launch from your campsite!
•This will be an uncomplicated and relaxing weekend of paddling up the Colorado River, exploring coves along the Nevada shoreline then crossing over the river to explore the coves on the Arizona side of the river before returning to camp.
•Bring hiking boots/shoes and possibly a pole/stick for a 5 mile slot canyon hike from the campground. It's a gradual uphill in a some sand, but an easy fast downhill on the return.
•If you want to show up on Thursday to get a jump on the weekend, feel free to leave a comment below so others will be looking for you, otherwise Friday is a good day to come too.
•We'll do a group paddle on Saturday morning around 9 am.
Camp area along the beach:
Regarding facilities, the Nevada Telephone Cove has four restrooms that are well maintained and very tidy. There is also a large dumpster for trash disposal.
As there is no water on-site, you will have to bring it along. Park rangers also patrol the facility about two to three times daily.
•Little to no cell service.
What to bring:
•PFD/life jacket, paddle, kayak
•Camping gear
•Firewood
•Binoculars
•Favorite book or game
•Food and water for the weekend
•Camp chair/table/shade
•Hiking gear - boots, pole, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, binoculars

Directions:
After crossing the bridge to Laughlin, continue west on Hwy 163 for about 4.4 miles to the 2nd right turn after crossing the bridge into NV. Turn right (NE) onto Nevada Telephone Cove Rd and make another quick right onto the dirt road. The (somewhat) maintained dirt road, sedan worthy, continues downward for about 4.3 miles. Stay on the main road (there's a slight right partway down the road, don't take it). You will end up in the wide beachy camping area. Turn sort of left and pick someplace near trees about 1/2 way down the beach, but not directly in front of restrooms or dumpster.
This road is not suitable for large campers due to the twists and "bumps"
••NOW, HERE'S THE TWIST MENTIONED IN THE TITLE
•Weather permitting, whoever would like to paddle upstream and do kayak camping along the secluded beaches for any or all of the nights, will be an option departing Friday morning. This would be a very flexible plan, so come prepared for that option if you want to take it. I'm sure there will be plenty of people who will opt to stay at 'base camp' in the cove, while some of us head upstream for unknown adventures.
•We hope to see you on this one! You could use a good paddling!
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.

Always a fun memory maker with friends new and old kayaking, hiking, hot springs, campfires, Emerald Cove to name just a few.
•Thursday, camp overnight with us at Willow Beach Jumbo Wash free dispersed. Pit toilets available.
If you must have a campground site, here's a link https://willowbeachharbor.com/campground-rv-park/
•Launch Friday morning at Willow Beach at 9 am*. We will paddle upstream to AZ Hot Springs. *(Depending on water release schedule)
•There are fees to enter the Willow Beach Recreation Area and you'll need the pass to leave your vehicle in the parking area.
•Only hard shell kayaks. No SUP's or inflatables. No Pets.
•When the dam is not releasing, there is very little current. The water is cold as it is released from the Hoover Dam.
•It is about 8 miles to paddle upstream to the campsite at AZ Hot Springs.
Windy conditions may be present. The water at the hot springs has an amoeba in it that is dangerous to your sinuses, so it is not recommended that you get your head wet.
•Later, we will paddle up further to the dam and hike up Goldstrike Canyon and Boy Scout Canyon. They have hot spring pools as well. There is a sauna cave just south of the dam.
•Please bring a long rope to tie up your kayak when you beach it as the water levels rise and fall all day.
•We will stay Friday and Saturday night at the campground at AZ Hot Springs. It is dispersed camping with pit toilets and no potable water. A short hike takes you to the hot springs.
•Sunday, you will paddle the 8 miles back to Willow Beach, stay longer, or explore other camp spots along the river.
•Dispersed camping is available on your own. Hotels in the area: Hoover Dam Lodge Quality Inn Sands Motel of Boulder City Las Vegas is also fairly close.
What to bring:
•PFD/kayak/paddles/gloves
•Hat/sunscreen/sunglasses
•Swimsuit/towel for the hot springs
•Hiking shoes/boots/pole
•Camp gear-tent, chair, cookstove, etc
•Food and water
•Firewood
•Long rope to secure kayak to tree
We hope you can make this fun kayak adventure.
You could use a good paddling!
PS-There MIGHT be an option to backpack down instead of paddling. Let me know in the comments if you're interested in the backpack option.

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.

•Camp, hike and paddle at beautiful Parker Canyon Lake in Southern AZ.
•We will be staying at Lakeview campground at sites 13-16 on the lower loop overlooking the lake. Sites are $20/night cash. (With the America the Beautiful Pass Disability pass ONLY, it's $10/nt.)
•Two tents can be on each spot so share the cost if you like. Camper max length is 36' at the . No utility hookups. Drinking water and toilets available; no showers. You will need to pay for your site with cash once you enter the campground, they do not take reservations. Look for kayaks on or near cars.
•SUP's are welcome on this event.
•Saturday morning we'll drive the short distance to the launch area and paddle around the lake before the winds pick up.
•Afternoon, hike the easy, scenic 5 mile circumference trail so bring a snack and water and maybe binoculars for birding and wildlife.
Or take a nap, ride your bicycle, scenic drive, winery tours in Elgin/Sonoita, relax, read a book, etc.
•Gather around the campfire Friday and Saturday nights to tell stories and a few lies.
•Please bring lots of firewood as we have a fire going in the morning, late afternoon and definitely at night!
Bottles of wine are never turned away...
•Potluck for Saturday night is always a hit! So come prepared to share something.
What to bring:
•Hat, sunscreen
•Camp gear, food, water
•Kayak, paddle, gloves, PFD (life vest)
•Firewood
•Potluck item to share Saturday night meal
•Hiking boots/shoes and possibly a hiking stick/pole
•Binoculars for birding/wildlife (optional)
•Cash only for campsite payment ($20)
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25514
•Questions for Park Ranger? 520.378.0311
Directions:
From Tucson, drive east on Interstate 10 to the State Route 83 exit. Drive south to Sonoita, then continue on AZ 83 approximately 25 miles to Parker Canyon Lake. From Sierra Vista, travel through Fort Huachuca’s west gate to State Route 83. Turn south and travel 10 miles to Parker Canyon Lake.
We hope to see you on this one,
You could use a good paddling!
•This event is later this year because Tucson spring break is the 2 weeks before, creating less space for us.

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.