West Michigan Kayaking and Canoe Club

This paddle will be on the Pine River, from Peterson Bridge to Low Bridge. The paddle itself will take approximately 3 hours. We will stop at the dune if there is interest.
We will depart Twin Oaks Campground at 1 P.M.
We will drive to Peterson Bridge to drop off boats and begin the shuttle to Low Bridge.
Should be back to Peterson and on the river around 2 P.M.
All of the normally posted Club recommendations apply i.e.,. PFD Required. No alcohol on the river, dry set of clothes, accepting "A Personal Responsibility" etc.,.
This will be the third year I've posted this event.
We've averaged around 10 paddlers.

Our sports are inherently dangerous. By signing up for this event, you assume full responsibility for yourself and your guests' safety, equipment and well being for the event including but not limited to loading, unloading, transport of boats and equipment and shuttle participation. Failure to sign up for this event precludes my participation in this groups' events.

We will leave Twin Oaks at 9:30am. Line up at front of park.
Meet at Hodenpyle Dam Put in at 10:00am There is a a dam long stairway down to river. Shuttle at 10:15am
Be sure to meet at the north side of the dam off of Hodenpyle/Beers Rds.
This is a scenic paddle 3-4 hrs long. Current and time depends on dam release. Interesting eddys along the way along with small waterfalls on the banks and nice swimming spots. We will have a lunch break at one of them.
Vault toilets at put-in and take out.

1. PFD Required to be worn properly at all times
2. It's a good idea to bring dry clothes in a dry bag and some in your car.
3. Please be aware that we enjoy our alcoholic beverages off-river only due to safety and other concerns. Please respect the event host (It's awkward approaching someone mid-trip) and the clubs position on this matter. We’ll enjoy one with you after the trip.
4. We leave on time to make sure that those who have to drop out with out contacting us can do so. We also can't wait for those who will be running late to keep the paddle in order. Please be on time or early.
5. We leave together after the safety talk and picture. Please remain on land until the host has completed their duties in this regard.
6. Our sport is inherently dangerous. By signing up for this event you assume full responsibility for your and your quests safety, equipment and well being. The event includes but is not limited to loading, unloading, transport of equipment and shuttle participation. Failure to sign up for this event precludes participation in this group's events.

9:31AM Meet at the Put in. Most of us do not have phone service here.
We can shuttle staggered, don't worry, no one left behind.
I will call for drivers to shuttle to the take out.

Paddlers should know how to eddy out (pull over on the river). Great places practice those maneuvers en route. Feel free to call one of the organizers if you are wondering. Kristina Cell 616.916.0133

This 14.8 mile paddle and takes about 5 1/2 FUN hours. (includes lunch stop and a stop at the dune to climb after lunch).

LUNCH STOP at Peterson’s Bridge: (also a possible take-out or put-in)
which is about 2 hours into the paddle.
Put in: Dobson Bridge River Access,
44.17965410379902, -85.760359203079
Take out: Low Bridge Park and River Access, Wellston, MI 49689
44.216383416245215, -85.90254411774036
PARKING: You’ll need a National Park Pass or pay $5 per vehicle to park, this is different than the State Park Recreation Pass.

We will get on the river staggered if needed so don't worry about the number of people signed up. It ALWAYS works out. We have had as many as 125 get on the river here.

Our sport is inherently dangerous. By signing up for this event you assume full responsibility for your and your quests safety, equipment and well being. The event includes but is not limited to loading, unloading, transport of equipment and shuttle participation. Failure to sign up for this event precludes participation in this group's events.
Hosts, if you can, please plan to be with groups.

1. PFD Required to be worn properly at all times
2. It's a good idea to bring dry clothes in a dry bag and some in your car.
3. Please be aware that we enjoy our alcoholic beverages off-river only due to safety and other concerns. Please respect the event host (It's awkward approaching someone mid-trip) and the clubs position on this matter. We’ll enjoy one with you after the trip.
4. We leave on time to make sure that those who have to drop out with out contacting us can do so. We also can't wait for those who will be running late to keep the paddle in order. Please be on time or early.
5. We leave together after the safety talk and picture. Please remain on land until the host has completed their duties in this regard.