Pigeon River Wilderness Challenge

Upper Pigeon River (Ford Lake Rd. to Webb Rd): THIS PADDLE IS NOT FOR BEGINNERS. Saturday, leave Onaway State Park at 9:03, 10:00 am meet at launch site and unload boats, 10:15 AM Shuttle vehicles, 11:00 AM Paddles in following safety talk and group photo. The Pigeon River through this section is remote and runs through the heart of Elk Country. There are many log hops, squeeze unders and may be some portages, the river gains depth as you go down river. You will encounter sweepers and a few strainers along the way with current at about 3.0 miles per hour so there are no real hazardous parts in this paddle. This section has some of the tighest spaces to maneuver your boat through of any river we have paddled. The scenery is spectacular in this pristine section of river. The trip will cover approximately 10 miles and should take about 5 hours including a lunch stop. We will take out at Webb Road Bridge. Volunteers for shuttle drivers are highly appreciated, and earn the "Guide" title in your profile. (please text Kristina to remind her) Once the drivers return, we will provide a safety brief, then do a group photo before anyone goes on the river. Please remember you are responsible for your own safety.
1. PFD Required
2. Dry clothes optional but recommended
3. 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. Your event host is authorized to accept donations that help keep WMKC running smoothly.
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.