Not for river beginners. Little Manistee 9 mile to 6 mile

Leave Twin Oaks at 9:04 am
You MUST have fast river kayaking experience to paddle this section.

PLEASE CONTACT Kristina or Mike or Rick or Chris H IF YOU HAVE NOT PADDLED THIS SECTION
The sun will be in your eyes on this one. Bring your shades.

This section is one of the more challenging paddles in lower Michigan. It changes year to year, month to month. Ability to eddy out (stop), ability to ferry (hold position paddling upstream and maneuver side to side or through openings) are very necessary skills. What makes it challenging is the swift current and ever changing obstacles.

Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced, gradient drop is 14'/mile, in this section.

Put in at 4780-4930 S Skocelas Rd, Manistee, bridge is just south of 9 mile Rd. GPS 44.1708639, - 86.1034812

Take out at 6 Mile Bridge 44.1837187, - 86.1675545

Bring: water, snack, sunscreen, bug spray.

About a 3 hours because we will be playing and stop for a little break. So expect a little longer. Enjoying fun river time!

Expect portages, log hops,maneuvering through and around obstacles, etc

1. PFD is mandatory and must be worn correctly in the water!

• Spray skirt, if you have one.

• Throw bag, if you have one.

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. Your event host is authorized to accept donations that help keep WMKC running smoothly.
7. 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.