Trip, Delaware River, Kingwood Access to Lambertville, Class 1 and 1+ Rapids and Moving Water

Wednesday's weather forecast for sun and a high in the  lower 70's will make for a great Fall trip. A pretty section of the Delaware River lined by wooded bluffs and rock cliffs. The river has smooth waters, simple well-spaced riffles and class 1 and 1+ rapids.  Participants should have basic river reading and boat control skills and some prior experience paddling through class 1 and 1+ rapids.  The time on the water for this 15 mile paddle is approximately 5 hours.  We will take breaks and eat lunch along the way.  The Delaware river is approximately 70 minutes from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Car shuttle: Meet at the Lambertville Boat Ramp takeout, consolidate boats onto cars, leave some cars at Lambertville and drive to the Kikngwood Access Put In. This will save everyone about an hour of morning driving time.

Meet at Kingwood Access, Route 29 (River Road) Frenchtown NJ  Coordinates: 40.51329820732633, -75.06307202691647

To Go On This Trip: Click "REGISTER" and complete the registration Information.  Participants must have completed an American Canoe Association (ACA) Waiver.  ACA members complete an online waiver when joining or renewing their membership.  Individuals who are not ACA members may either complete a 1 day event membership paper waiver and pay $10 cash the morning of the trip or join the ACA for $40 which will then provide insurance for trips for the next year.

Requirements: 

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

• Wear a PFD while on the water and you should have a whistle.
• The water temperature is expected to be in the 50's.  Wear either, dry wear, wetsuit or quick drying clothes (no cotton) suitable for getting wet.  Dress in layers and have a set of dry clothes with you in the boat. There are many online sources of information on how to dress.  Click here for a link to one such online source from Paddle Boston. 
• 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.

TRIP PARTICIPANTS RESPONSIBILITIES.pdf