Fall Foliage Trip, Schuylkill River, Moving Water and Ripples, Exeter Boat Launch to Ganshahawny Access

Enjoy beautiful fall foliage on this tree lined section of the Schuylkill River between Birdsboro and Douglasville through moving water and a few ripples.  We will take breaks and eat lunch along the way.  The anticipated time on the water for this 10 mile paddle is 4 hours.  The Schuylkill River is approximately 65 minutes from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Meet at Exeter Boat Launch, 1018 Gilbraltar Rd, Birdsboro, PA, Coordinates 40.249369133867624, -75.71730475822181.  We will drop off the boats and leave participants there to look over them while we shuttle our cars to Ganshahawny.

To Go On This Trip: Click "REGISTER" and complete the Registration Information.Participants must be American Canoe Association (ACA) members and complete an online waiver.  Uncertain if you have a waiver?  Log into the ACA Website, click “My Profile” and “Date Annual Waiver Expires”.  If it is expired or has never been done click here to complete a waiver.  Non-members are encouraged to join and complete the waiver before the trip.  The $40 membership provides insurance for club events for the next year.  The day of the trip ACA members without an annual waiver (bring your membership number) and non-members (pay $10 cash for a 1 day event membership) can complete a paper waiver.

Requirements: 

• Transportation of your boat and gear to the trip location.

• Wear a PFD while on the water and you should have a whistle.

• Dress appropriately for cool weather paddling.  There are many online sources of information on how to dress.  Click here for a link to one such online source from Paddle Boston.  Have a set of dry clothes with you in the boat.

• Protect your toes, wear water or close-toed shoes.

Suggestions (for your comfort):

• Bring water to drink and lunch.
• Bring a dry bag or waterproof container for your personal belongings/extra clothes.
  Have a secure place to carry your car keys.
• Have a set of dry clothes in your car if you want to change for the ride home.

Trip Updates: Will be sent via email up to the day before the trip. 

Questions: Contact Tom Moiani at tbmoiani@gmail.com

Rain, inclement weather, or high or low water levels can cancel or reschedule the trip or change the trip location.

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