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

LITTLE MIAMI RIVER PADDLE + LUNCH
Lake Isabella Little Miami River Access → Jim Terrell Park River Access (approx. 8 miles)

We’ll paddle from Lake Isabella Access down to Terrell Park Access, enjoy a late lunch at the Little Miami Brewing Company. Bring kayaks and a smile.

THE PLAN
Meet at Lake Isabella Little Miami River Access 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 Little Miami Brewing Company 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) is required for vehicle entry at Great Parks’ parks and conservation areas across Hamilton County. Our put-in is at a location that requires a permit.

DIRECTIONS TO THE PUT IN
Google Map Directions

DIRECTIONS TO THE TAKEOUT
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.