Name: Join us for a scenic paddle on the Grand River!
Start: 2025-09-23T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-23T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Upper Grand River Metropark

We’ll explore the officially designated *Scenic* section of the Grand River, paddling downstream from the Grand River Conservation Campus (Callender Road access) to the Upper Grand River Metropark (Cork Cold Springs Rd take-out).

This stretch is part of Ohio’s State *Scenic* River system—expect natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and a peaceful current as we wind our way through this unspoiled landscape.

I’ve never paddled this section before, so join me for an exploration tour! Let’s discover it together.

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📍 **Meeting / Take-out Location:**
**Upper Grand River Metropark (Cork Cold Springs Rd Access)**
3199 Cork Cold Springs Rd, Austinburg, OH 44010
GPS: **41.73062 / -80.87863**

🚣 **Launch Location:**
**Grand River Conservation Campus (Callender Rd Access)**
3973 Callender Rd, Rock Creek, OH 44084
GPS: **41.66738 / -80.85221**

🕗 **Time:**
Please arrive by **8:00 AM** to allow time for unloading and shuttle coordination.

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✨ **Highlights:**

* A relaxing downstream paddle through one of Ohio’s most scenic and undeveloped river corridors
* Towering shale cliffs, gentle riffles, and frequent bird sightings along the way
* A picturesque finish near the historic Harpersfield Covered Bridge Metro Park (just downstream of our take-out)

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🛶 **Recommendations:**

* A river kayak with good tracking (ideally 15’ or shorter) is recommended for comfort and ease
* Bring water, snacks, sun protection, and any other personal essentials
* We’ll need to self-organize a vehicle shuttle—please be ready to help out

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⚠️ **Please Note:**
This is a casual meet-up. I’m a fellow paddler—not a guide or expert. While I’ve been paddling regularly since 2021, I do not have formal training in rescue, navigation, or first aid. This event is weather-dependent, and by joining, you assume full responsibility for your own safety.

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🙏 **Courtesy Request:**
If you RSVP but later can’t attend, please let me know—no ghosting, please. You’re officially on the trip once you RSVP *and* meet me in the parking lot. Until we make in-person contact, you’re on your own.

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🗺️ **[River Map (PDF)](https://ohiodnr.gov/static/documents/parks/streammaps/GrandRiver.pdf)**
ℹ️ **[About the Grand River](https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/grand-scenic-river?utm_source=chatgpt.com)**

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