Tupelo Blossom Paddle

Tupelo trees are blooming in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge so let's paddle the tupelo lined Suwannee River from the Sill to Griffis Fish Camp, approximately 4 miles . The river is very low and slow so we'll take our time on this beautiful wilderness trail. There could be some dragging where the water is too low but there should be enough water to float our boats.
We'll meet at 9:30 a.m. at the end of the road on the Sill in the National Wildlife Refuge, (turn off is about a mile past Griffis Fish Camp and approx. 8 miles BEFORE Stephen C. Foster State Park). There is no actual street address but the GPS coordinates below are accurate. Phone service is not good here, let us know if you need better directions.
There is a $2 fee per person to use the landing at Griffis Camp, have exact amount to leave in an honor system drop box.
We'll take a break on one of the sand bars along the way.
Follow Leave No Trace principles by packing out ALL trash, avoiding damage to vegetation, and respecting wildlife. Honey bees are very attracted to the tupelo blooms, be aware in case of allergies.
When: Gather 9:30 AM, Shuttle 10, Launch 10:30 AM, end 1 PM
Safety: Be on time. If you miss the safety briefing, you cannot paddle with us. Each person in a boat, no matter how young or old, must wear a PFD.
Free: This outing is free to WWALS members, and $10 for non-members. Please prepay the $10 online: https://wwals.net/outings
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