Keoweeing the Broad River - Sat, Aug 18 2007

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Keoweeing the Broad River

The Basics:

Event Type:

Water

Event Location:

Broad River

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Aug 18 2007 10:30 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 9:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Tue, Jul 10 2007 12:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Aug 10 2007 11:59 pm

Event Duration:

per itinerary

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Trip Leader(s):

Ben Shienvold
Katherine Martin

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Member Cost:

$20.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

28 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Moderate - Advanced Beginner Rapids (Class II)

The scenic Broad River, located in northeast Georgia 23 miles from Athens, has 70 miles of continuous navigable water. Most of this free flowing river is mild with no rapids. One section has exciting but easy Class II rapids, suitable for beginners yet fun for the more advanced paddler. The Broad also has a waterfall; an avoidable 5 ft drop which is a definite cheap thrill. The 6.5-mile section -The Broad- contains 7 shoals, each with individual ledges and sloughs.

The keowee is a fun little boat that is rather like a beginner kayak. It is skirted like a kayak and sits low in the water, and is difficult to flip because of it's broad base. This makes it good for people unfamiliar with the kayak, though you will need some basic paddling skills in order to get anywhere.

In the past, it has taken 5 to 6 hours to complete the trip. There is a good bit of paddling required, so participants should be prepared for a good workout. First time paddlers should be aware that we will not have time for extensive instruction prior to starting our trip down the river. We will spend a few minutes familiarizing people with their boats, and safety precautions, and off we go. If you are unsure about your suitability for this trip, please e-mail one of the trip leaders before signing up.

For those who are interested, we can dine in Athens afterwards.

Required Items to Bring:
Packed lunch – waterproof
Plenty of water
Bathing suit or shorts and a shirt (you do not want to wear jeans)
Water sandals (slip on shoes are easily lost)
Please secure your keys and ID (you may want to leave them onshore) Sunglasses cord

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Sunscreen
Extra set of dry clothes
Cash for dinner afterwards
A pleasant disposition

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Danielsville, GA 10:30am at the Broad River Outpost Directions to Broad River: 85 N to Commerce exit (441S). Go 5 miles. Take a left at stop sign (Hwy 98 to Danielsville). Take a left onto Hwy 29, go 1 mile. Take a right onto 281. Outpost is 4 miles up on right (look for the kayak out front).

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

85Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $34.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Notes:

Are Dogs Permitted? No.

No Glass

Will this event occur rain or shine? This even will be held rain or shine, although it will be cancelled under extreme weather conditions.

NOTE: Please be considerate of others. If you sign-up and cannot attend, please e-mail the event leader, so others that may be on a waiting list may attend.

E-mail the event leader to be put on a waiting list if the trip is at the max number of attendees.
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- No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

- Read the event description carefully for additional information, and contact the trip leader(s) with any questions.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$20.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$20.00/Person

Cost Includes:

$20 per person – due upon sign-up to reserve your place or a $8 portage charge if you will be bringing your own boat.

$1.00 per car parking donation. Pay this fee at the site.

Gas $$ for the carpool drivers

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Aug 10 2007.

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Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: No cancellations after August 10th. No refunds after August 10th.