Paddle the Best Sections of the Little Miami River on Independence Day!

LITTLE MIAMI RIVER PADDLE + LUNCH
Kelly Nature Preserve → Bass Island Access (approx. 10 miles)

We’ll paddle from Kelly Nature Preserve down to Bass Island Access, enjoy a late lunch at The Miamiville Trailyard. Bring kayaks and a smile.

THE PLAN
Meet at Kelly Nature Preserve at 9:00 AM. Please arrive a few minutes early and have boats unloaded and ready to shuttle by 9:15 AM.
If you are running late, please call. I will provide my cell number closer to the event date.
• Start
We will attempt to push off from the shoreline no later than 10:00 AM.
(this shuttle takes some time)
• Finish
We should be off the water around 3:30 PM, give or take.
• Duration
Expect 4–5 hours on the water.
• Difficulty
This paddle is suitable for paddlers with moving‑water experience. You must be 18 or older and sign the liability waiver. It’s not a hard paddle, but there are obstacles to maneuver.
• What You See
Birds, wildflowers, wildlife and me!
• Restrooms
Port‑a‑potties… or not. Be prepared for back‑country bathroom options and leave no trace.
• Food
This will be a late lunch, so please bring snacks or a small meal for the river. We will stop along the way for a break.
After the paddle, we will head to The Miamiville Trailyard for lunch.
• Equipment
Any kayak will work.
• Safety Requirements
Life jackets (PFDs) are to be worn at all times for this paddle. No exceptions.
If you use a spray skirt, a helmet is also required on the water.

WHAT TO BRING
• PFD (required)
• Helmet
• Water & snacks (late lunch!)
• Sunscreen & bug spray
• Hat
• Dry clothes & dry shoes
• Dry bag
• Towel (for the shuttle—throw it on the seat of your shuttle driver’s car)
• Safety gear
• Smile

PARKING & SHUTTLE
Parking is limited at both the put‑in and take‑out.
Carpooling is strongly recommended.
Note: A valid Motor Vehicle Permit (MVP) was required for vehicle entry at Great Parks’ parks and conservation areas across Hamilton County. Our takeout is at a location that required a permit at one time. I believe this is no longer the case. If someone knows, please post in the chat below and we will update. I think you can get a one-day permit nearby at the golf course.

DIRECTIONS TO THE PUT IN
Google Map Directions
Coordinates: 39.211446, -84.306076

DIRECTIONS TO THE TAKE OUT
Google Map Directions

WATER & WEATHER
• Water Conditions: Little Miami River at Milford
• Weather – Loveland, Ohio

MAPS & INFORMATION
• American Whitewater
• Little Miami River Map

LIABILITY WAIVER REQUIRED
You must sign the Accident Waiver and Release of Liability when you arrive or update your profile to indicate acceptance. I am not your guide, your river rescue guru, or a person assuming any responsibility whatsoever. I love you all, but I love my family more. Emergency contact information will be collected and destroyed after the event.

CANCELLATION
This event will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or unsuitable water conditions.

GUESTS
No guests on your RSVP. Please have friends create a Meetup account and RSVP so everyone acknowledges the liability waiver.