Saguaro Lake/Bagley Flat Boat in camping

DEPARTURE LOCATION - BUTCHER JONES REC SITE
Great way to learn to kayak-camp for 1 or 2 nights!
•Depart Friday at 9:30 am, BUTCHER JONES REC SITE
Paddle to Bagley Flat to secure spots for group.
Possibly paddle to the dam Friday afternoon or Saturday.
OR
•Depart Saturday at 9:30 am,(leader, Phil S) from BUTCHER JONES.
The Plan:
•Paddle 4 miles, approximately 2 hours, from BUTCHER JONES to Bagley Flat campground. Secure our spots (since it's first come, first serve) and then paddle the afternoon wherever we want on Saguaro Lake.
•Bagley Flat is notable for its boat access only camping on Saguaro Lake. Camping sites with grills, tables and a vault toilet provided. Plenty of space for everyone. This location is fun because of the nice grove of mesquite trees that provide and abundance of shade and birds. Bagley Flat also has a courtesy dock for easy fishing.
There is no cost for camping at Bagley Flat.
•America the Beautiful, Tonto or Discover Pass required on your vehicle while parked. No security patrol after 7pm.
•Questions for Park Ranger? Call 480.610.3300
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=35417&actid=29
•What to bring:
-Firewood
-Camping gear, food, water
-Sunscreen, Hat, PFD (life vest)
•Tonto Pass or America the Beautiful Pass for parking overnight
-No pets
•No alcohol on the water. At camp is fine of course.
•PFD must be worn at all times while on the water.
••For those of you that are new to paddle-in-camping, you'll want to invest in some drybags and practice packing your kayak BEFORE the trip.
There are many YouTube videos out there on how to pack a kayak for camping.

•Arrive with PLENTY of time for you to offload your boat at Butcher Jones, move your vehicle to a parking area and return to boat to pack it with your gear.
We will be departing at 9:30 am SHARP so please come prepared.
•I will also have a list for you to add your name and emergency contact person and their phone number, so come ready to supply that info before departing.
In 2022, it was windy and very cold. Watch the weather and be prepared.
If you're questionable about ability during bad weather, do not attempt this paddle.
Directions:
This site is 31 miles northeast of Mesa. From Mesa, take State Hwy. 87 for 27 miles. Turn south (right) on Bush Highway/Forest Road (FR) 204 and travel 2 miles to FR 166, and then turn left. Follow FR 166 for 2 miles to the site. The entire route to the lake is paved. The last 4 miles are by boat.
•We hope to see you there! You could use a good paddling!

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.