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REGISTRATION & PAYMENT REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page. This is a paid event with payment managed through the AOC. Please read the event description carefully for details; you will be given payment instructions after you sign up. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.



Chattahoochee River Kayaking




The Basics:
Event Type:Water
Event Location: Chattahoochee River
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 27 2009  9:30 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Sun, May 31 2009 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Jun 20 2009 11:55 pm
Event Duration:approx 5 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
cliff j
Tony C
Jaime
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Member Cost:$25.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:8
Number Registered So Far: 22 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Join us for an enjoyable and relaxing kayaking trip down our own Chattahoochee River.  Up The River Outfitters will provide everything we need to do this. Individual (one person) kayaks will be reserved of which you can chose from sit-on-top or sit-in versions. This also includes a PFD, paddle, and shuttle. When signing up for this event indicate your kayak preference in the comment section: "sit-in", "sit-on-top", or "no preference" (Kayak preference is not guaranteed).

We will be shuttled by UTR from their location to Settles Bridge where we begin our journey.  We will take our time and enjoy the river...stopping at "Picnic Rock" about midway for a lunch break. It should take approx 3 1/2 to 4 hrs to reach Abbotts Bridge where we will be picked up by UTR and shuttled back to their location where we all parked.

First time kayakers should be aware that there will not be extensive instruction prior to going down the river. However this is about as easy as river kayaking gets with just two or three sections of Class I "rapids"...they make the trip a little more exciting but not anything to be greatly concerned about. So any beginner should handle it just fine.

More about this stretch of the river: This is fairly calm water for the most part, and the depth is mostly 2-3 feet. This is a river that will flow regardless so no worries about low level, at least south of Buford Dam where we will be. If you are concerned about water releases, those occur normally after 4pm and later on weekends. The outfitter learns the time each day from the US Corp of Engineers., but we should be done before then and even if not, it would not make the paddling that much more difficult going downstream on this relatively tame stretch of river.

Of course myself and other experienced persons will show you the basics if you just ask. There is a possibility, however small, that your craft will tip over so your ability to swim is a must. If you are unsure about your suitability for this trip please email or call the trip leaders prior to signing up.

Do not bring
  • Glass
  • Large or Styrofoam Coolers
  • Radios
  • Alcoholic Beverages

    • By the way you can bring your digital camera but just make sure you have a good waterproof container or bag for it...also one that would float in the unlikely possibility that it ended up in the water.  A small tupperware container works well for this.


    Required Items to Bring:
    Bring plenty of water/sports drink- (a minimum of one liter/quart is recommended)
    		Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
    food or snacks in unbreakable containers
    sunscreen
    sunglasses (with keeper cords)
    hat
    change of clothes for ride home
    camera (see note above about keeping it dry)

    How to Get There:
    Event Directions:6144 Highway 20 Buford/Sugar Hill, GA 30518 (770) 614-3322 Click here for directions

    Notes:
    Important information for paid events in which payment is managed through the AOC:

         - Payment must be received by the payment due date and prior to participation in the event.

         - Some paid events require a minimum number of registered participants. If that number is not met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be issued to those who have already paid.

         - Third-party vendors often require damage deposits. Each registrant agrees to be liable for and required to reimburse the Atlanta Outdoor Club for any withheld deposits due to the actions of or damages caused by that registrant.

         - 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.

    * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

    Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$25.00/Person
    Non-Member Cost:$30.00/Person
    Cost Includes:Kayak
    PFD (life jacket)
    Paddle
    Shuttle
    Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Sat, Jun 20 2009.
    Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

    Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
    *Note: Before the cut-off date: Refund less a $5 handling fee.
    After the cut-off date: No refund unless someone pays and fills your spot, then $5 handling fee applies.

    It is your responsibility to get the payment in on time. Please allow two days for processing a PayPal transaction and one week for a check. No checks accepted after RSVP date