Camp and Kayak In FL at Port St Joe Penninsula - Fri, Apr 22 2016

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Camp and Kayak In FL at Port St Joe Penninsula


The Basics:
Event Type:Multi-Sport
Event Location: Port St Joe FL   Multi-Sport: Camp and Kayak In FL at Port St Joe Penninsula  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Apr 22 2016  7:23 am >> Sun, Apr 24 2016 8:23 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Sat, Mar 26 2016 7:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Apr 16 2016 8:59 pm
Event Duration:2 Days 13 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate (Exploratory)
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Jerry K
Patrick Barry
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Member Cost:$45.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:8
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Note: This is an "EXPLORATORY" trip. This means that there are parts of this trip, or perhaps the whole trip, that is new to your Trip Leader(s). However, they are confident that this will not be an issue.
This note is here so that you can make an informed decision. When a Trip Leader isn't personally familiar with a trip, there is an increased chance of things not going as planned and you need to be prepared. The Trip Leader may have additional details in the itinerary.

Itinerary:

Itinerary:

Join us as we camp at Port St Joe State Park with optional kayaking in the surrounding area. We will be camping in 4 sites that accommodate 2-3 tents per site in the main campground. This is not grouping camping. We will be in the standard area and obeying State Park quiet times.

We will arrive Friday. Depending on the time, we may paddle or just hang out and enjoy the campground and beach. Friday will be a "bring something to share for dinner" at the beach (wings will be there :) ), or you have the option of going to town to eat. After which we'll have a fire and enjoy each other's company at the campsite.

Saturday about 9am, after a light breakfast, we'll head to the Dead Lakes and paddle the area. Dead Lakes is a Cypress forest that is about 20 miles from camp. This will be exploratory as your leader has never been there before. Plan on paddling for a few hours, taking a brief break at a shore or beach, and paddling more, 4-5 hours in your boat. We will plan on possibly paddling to St. Vincent's Wildlife refuge after; depending on time we finish at Dead Lakes, and then back to camp. We will have dinner at camp Saturday night consisting of a BBQ - Pork and Chicken and a side that will be supplied by your leader, and then enjoy the beach or games or each other's company reflecting on the grand day we will have had.

Sunday we will have breakfast and choose from 2 options - those wishing to kayak will take down their tents and venture off to paddle the bay, St. Vincent's Island, or another identified area, and those wishing to relax can remain at the camp until checkout. Note - if you choose to stay at the campsite you will be expected to assure the all sites are clean.    

A light breakfast for both Saturday & Sunday and dinner Saturday will be included. A Menu will be sent to all before the trip and you're welcome to fend for yourself should you choose.

Kayaking is optional, and highly recommended. We will paddle as a group, which means we will be leaving camp early, it will not be a "have a cup of coffee and be ready at noon trip" for paddlers. You are responsible for your own kayak. Your trip leaders have secured the option of renting boats for a reduced cost for those in need, but only a few are available, first come - first serve. There are outfitters in the area and an outfitter at the Dead Lakes, but they are not a part of our group. Should you choose this option you will be paddling on with the outfitter, not our group, unless you make arrangements to rent from the outfitter without their tour.  Should you need a boat, let your Trip Leaders know and they will try to help, there are also outfitters and stores that rent kayaks and canoes, Outside World in Dawsonville is one, you could always rent one, haul it to the event yourself and be able to paddle with the group.

*** The only time all are expected to remain as a group is on the water, but as a courtesy and safety, you will be asked to let your leaders know your plans if you are not paddling with the group.

*** Life jackets must be a part of your gear! No Jacket - No Paddle!! 

We are allotted 8 vehicles, anything over will have to be parked in overflow. Vehicles carrying boats will have preference.  

We may move a small number of persons from the waitlist. We will not go in direct sequence, due to campground regulations concerning the number of tents allowed, we can only allow those who would be sharing a small tent with a member who is already signed up.

Check in is at 3PM, no one can enter before 3PM without a leader present and checked in due to reservations. We will discuss more about Friday paddle possibilities with those registered.  

Required Items to Bring:

Tent

Sleeping gear

Campsite ammenities - this is car camping, be comfortable!

Beverages and food to share (or for yourself if you don't like what is planned)

Closed toe shoes with solid soles as we will encounter barnacles and rough areas to walk in

Great Attitude! 

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

camera

preferred beverages

water

Kayak / Canoe and all gear (paddle, pfd, etc.)

Coffee and coffee pot

Games

Musical Instruments (for those who are musically inclined)


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

At exit 259, take ramp right for I-285-BYPASS West toward Birmingham / Tampa
 

Road name changes to I-285 S / GA-407 S
 

At exit 61, take ramp right for I-85 South toward Montgomery / Columbus
 

At exit 21, take ramp right for I-185 South toward Columbus
 

At exit 10, take ramp right for US-80 West / GA-22 West toward Downtown Columbus / Phenix City Ala

Entering Alabama
 

Take ramp for US-280 East / US-431 South / US-80 West toward Opelika
 

Turn left onto US-80 W / US- 280 E / US-431 S / AL-1 S / AL-8 W
 

Keep straight onto US-280 E / US-431 S / AL-1 S
 

Take ramp right for US-431 South toward Eufaula / Dothan
 

Turn right onto US-431 S / AL- 1 S

Pass BP on the left in 2.9 mi
 

Keep straight onto US-82 E / US-431 S / AL-1 S / AL-6 E
 

Road name changes to US-431 S / AL-1 S

Pass Murphy USA in 3.7 mi
 

Turn left onto US-84 E / US- 431 S / AL-210 S / Ross Clark Circle

Pass Kangaroo Express in 0.9 mi
 

Keep straight onto US-431 S / AL-210 S / Ross Clark Circle

Pass Chevron in 2.0 mi
 

Turn left onto US-231 S / AL-1 S

Entering Florida

Pass BP/BP in 5.9 mi
 

Turn left onto SR-73
 

Bear left onto US-90 / SR-10 / SR-73 / Lafayette St
 

Bear right onto SR-276 / Penn Ave
 

Take ramp left for I-10 E
 

At exit 142, take ramp right for SR-71 toward Blountstown / Marianna
 

Turn right onto SR-71 S

Pass Chevron in 0.7 mi
 

Turn right onto CR-275

Petro Mart on the corner
 

Bear right onto SR-71 / Sr 71 S
 

Arrive at SR-71 S / Cecil G Costin Sr Blvd

The last intersection is Williams Ave

If you reach Reid Ave, you've gone too far

Port St Joe, FL
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):700Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:00 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $280.00 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:

This event will take place rain or shine.

Email Jerry with carpool preference and he'll try to match you with others.  

Dogs must be well behaved around other dogs and people. No dogs will be permitted to be at the campsite alone, they must either be attended to or on your boat.  

FL requires 2 inch straps for hammocks

MUST HAVE PFD - NO VEST - NO PADDLE

There are alot of barnacles and oyster beds in the area, solid sole shoes with closed toes highly reccomended. 


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Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$45.00/Person
Cost Includes:

campsite, brkfst, dinner, snacks

Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Sat, Apr 16 2016.
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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

Upon cancellation refunds minus $5 club service charge will be granted only if your spot is filled and paid by another member