CHARITY! Trapper John's Livery: Let's Meetup to paddle Big Darby Creek
Hosted by Happy Paddlers
Details
Let's meetup to kayak or canoe Big Darby Creek. We'll meet at Trapper John's canoe/kayak livery. We'll canoe or kayak approximately 6miles on the upper trip from the livery. Event attendees limit is set at 6; message me you are willing to take attendance / waivers as a co-host and total event limit can be increased. This is a pay your own way event. River levels tend to be challenging in April and May with the May runs being warmer water temps. Should be a blast but always dress accordingly.
For any questions, call (614) 361-3106 ask for Michael / Kayaking.
Group is undertaking project to CLEAN UP Columbus Waterways including Scioto, Olentangy, Big Walnut, Big Darby & more. Donations will be used to present check to local Parks and Recreation for acquiring equipment to install & service. Initiative has growing support among Metroparks, FLOW, Gahanna Parks & Rec, ODNR among others. $5 encouraged / $40 for T-Shirt.
More details regarding the float can be found at http://www.trapperjohnscanoeing.com/
In the spring and summer after a good rain, the flow on the upper trip offers exciting rapid sections and technical turns for more experienced paddlers. Trapper John's will shuttle you up river ~6 miles in shuttle vans. We will float back down river to Trapper John's livery pay/launch area. The Upper Trip float will take ~2-3 hours. Once back at Trapper Johns, we'll break for lunch. Afterwards, attendees can opt to travel the Sample Trip or continue for the entire Lower Trip.
The full list of pricing is shown here:
https://www.trapperjohnscanoeing.com/copy-of-rules-helpful-hints
Canoe: $20/person
Kayak: $22/person
Weekend Kayak Rental Rates
1-2 Hour Sampler $22
Upper Trip $32
Lower Trip $32
9 Mile Trip $37
Full Day Trip $40
Those who own boats and all their own equipment including PFDs and paddle have reduced rates.
Private Boat Shuttle $15
Extended Boat Shuttle $20
ALL RENTALS INCLUDE:
•15-17 foot canoe or decked kayak
•Paddles and life jackets
•Instructions if needed
•Transportation to and from the canoe livery
Private Boaters Shuttle
Upper/Lower: $15/boat
All renters must have a valid ID and will be required to leave it as a deposit per boat rented. No Alcohol permitted.
Water Levels:
https://waterdata.usgs.gov/oh/nwis/rt
Big Darby at Darbydale: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/uv?03230500
This is an attend at your own risk event! If you rsvp to this event you are accepting personal responsibility for yourself. All those attending/renting must fill out and sign the proper release form at the time of rental.