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In the hustle and bustle of everyday life sometimes it's hard to find the time to get away, let alone all the time to plan and organize a trip. That's what TIOA is for. We have a list of trips available and all you have to do is find the time to join us. If there is a trip you want to do, then let me know and I will figure out the logistics and post it. If you are a beginner and don't feel comfortable, or don't have the proper gear this is the perfect way to Take It Outdoors in a safe, fun and friendly way. If you aren't a beginner and are looking for a challenge; we have those trips as well.
When you come out on a trip you will find that TIOA is a fun loving community from all walks of life. Come on out and join the fun!!
See you soon!!
NOTE - A lot of planning goes into the trips we run. Please be considerate of all the members and the organizers of the group and do not be a "No Show". I know that sometimes issues spring up (family issues, medical, work, etc.) and that is completely understandable. In those cases please send a message saying you won't be able to make it. If you don't plan on attending, don't intend to mark it on your calendar or don't intend to make a best effort to come to the event please, please, please do not RSVP "yes" until you are ready.
Thank you much!!
Upcoming events
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- $30.00
Guided Paddle, Reading to Reeser's
Exeter Boat Launch, 1018 Gibraltar Rd, Birdsboro, PA, USRegistering on Meetup is a great way to let others know who is going, but to actually reserve your spot for this trip you must register on our website via the link below.
Join us for a guided afternoon paddle from Jackson’s Landing in Reading to Reeser’s Landing in Gibraltar. This stretch of river is perfect for getting your paddling legs back and reacclimating to moving water.
Along the way, you’ll encounter a few wave trains and smaller water features that add a fun touch to the route. We’ll meet at Reeser’s Landing, load our gear onto the shuttle, and head up to Reading for an enjoyable 6.5-mile paddle back downstream.
While the air may be warm, the water is still cold. Please bring a full change of clothes in a dry bag for the trip. A change of clothes is required, and dry bags are available to borrow.complete registration on our website at
Register Here or https://takeitoutdoorsadventures.com/pop-up-paddle/The cost for this trip is $30 if you are bringing your own boat or $60 if you intend to rent a kayak.
14 attendees - $185.00
Weekend Overnight, Schuylkill River
Take It Outdoors Adventures, Canoe & Kayak Rentals, 140 College Dr, Pottstown, PA, USRegistering on Meetup is a great way to let others know who is going, but to actually reserve your spot for this trip you must register on our website via the link below.
https://takeitoutdoorsadventures.com/multi-daytrips/
Join us for a weekend overnight trip on the Schuylkill River! On this trip, we will paddle roughly 12 miles each day covering a large part of the Berks County section of the Schuylkill River. We will paddle the always fun Kelly’s Rapids, through the city of Reading, and camp at the historic Lock 54 campsite. This trip is all about being outside, paddling, and enjoying a spring weekend on the river! To make it easy on everyone, TIO will have a dedicated gear trailer that will transport your camping gear to the campsite.
Dates & Times:
May 2nd, 7:30 am-May 3rd 4:00pmLength:
Participants will be on the river for two days of paddling and one evening of camping. We will be paddling about 12 miles each day.Ability Level Needed:
Ability to paddle 12 miles in a single day, with prior experience on moving water.Camping:
We will be at the Lock 54 property along the river. With a short walk from our kayaks to the camping area. There is some road noise from a nearby road, TIO always brings extra ear plugs.Meeting Location:
Participants will meet and return to Take it Outdoors and Pottstown.Equipment:
Take It Outdoors can provide a tent and sleeping pad if needed. You will be asked during registration if you require one. Take It Outdoors provides all necessary gear for food, hydration, and related needs. Rental kayaks are also available.What do we eat?
Take it Outdoors will provide dinner on the first day and breakfast and lunch on the second day as well as plenty of snacks throughout. Participants are asked to pack their own lunch on the first day.
Sample Menu: (style of food we have done)
Day 1 Lunch- Participants pack their own
Day 1 Dinner- Grill Night, Burgers, Fajitas or similar
Day 2 Breakfast- Yogurt and Granola/Breakfast Sandwiches
Day 2 Lunch- Sandwiches, Fruit, Snacks EtcBathrooms:
The campsite does not have running water, but there will be a portable toilet on site.Cost:
$185 for participants bring their own boat
$237 for participants renting a kayak6 attendees - $40.00
Upper Schuylkill Spring Paddle
Port Clinton Park, Schuylkill Street, Port Clinton, PA, USRegistering on meetup is a great way to let others know you are going, however it does not reserve your spot. Please register via the link below.
https://takeitoutdoorsadventures.com/upper-schuylkill-spring-river-trip/
Join us for one of our favorite sections of the Schuylkill River where we will paddle through narrow winding sections and even take a little ride down the infamous “Chutes.” We will paddle a total of 7.5 miles.
##### The “Chutes”
The chutes are a small feature where you will paddle through an old bridge and dip down about 1.5 feet into a calm flat water section. Our guides are there to assist you through this feature safely and easily.
##### Experience Needed?
You do not need to be an expert for this adventure. We ask that you have at least kayaked a couple of times and are comfortable paddling 7.5 miles spread out over a few hours.
##### Rentals?
Rentals are available through registration and our rentals always include a paddle and PFD.
##### Meeting Location
We will meet at the Port Clinton Launch which is located at, Schuylkill Street, Port Clinton PA, 19549.
##### Lunch
Participants should pack a lunch, snacks and plenty of hydration. We will stop along a gravel bank to take lunch. TIO has plenty of dry bags to borrow to pack your lunch in if needed.
##### When?
May 16th, 2026 at 10:00 am. It’s best to arrive 15 minutes early and we hope to be finished up the paddle by 3 pm.
TIO is a strategic partner of Schuylkill River Greenways, National Heritage Area. Check out TIO programs on meetup, Facebook www.facebook.com/TakeItOutdoorsAdventures and www.takeitoutdoorsadventures.com and SRG Programs at www.schuylkillriver.org
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