Going with the Flow to the Dam

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Going with the Flow to the Dam

The Basics:

Event Type:

Water

Event Location:

Island Ford CRNRA Boat Ramp

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Apr 7 2021 5:30 pm >> Wed, Apr 7 2021 7:45 pm

Registration Opens:

Sun, Apr 4 2021 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Apr 7 2021 11:11 am

Event Duration:

2 Hours 15 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Distance:

9 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Horhay

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Number Registered So Far:

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Itinerary:

The flow rates are kinda CRAZY so we're GOING WITH THE FLOW tonight. This self-shuttle paddle will be from Island Ford's Boat Ramp (got the nod from the Ranger that we will be ok if we return for the shuttle car before 8:30pm...should be plenty of time) down to the Dam at Morgan Falls Park.

We'll be doing a bit of exploring along the way to shake things up a bit so it's 9 solid miles.

Self-Shuttling is enforced so bring a "yak-buddy!" Drop the take out car at Morgan Falls lot in Sandy Springs (the play ground area, next to High Country O'fitters Paddle Shack), load both boats up and head to Island Ford's lot nearest the dirt field that leads to the boat ramp...both locations have LONG distances for carrying a boat, be prepared for that. ...especially at MF's it will be dark and you will be spent! Even though this is a "GWTF" paddle last week the head wind was relentless. We'll also be traveling over the shoals in water that has been moving at 5,000+ cf/s so this isn't a beginners paddle event at all..fast water, cold water, dirty water, dark finishing conditions require a bit of experience, so if you don't have a lot and I have not paddled with you before - expect a call from me before I allow you to come out.
Aiming for a 5:30pm launch time at Island Ford. Last week we had a late-comer that htfu their way down to catch up to us, but I expect you to be on time. :)

FLOW RATES: https://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/rfr-above-roswell.htm

Required Items to Bring:

Kayak, SUP or canoe
PFD - at min. it must be on vessel in plain sight
Bow or Stern Light the is visible from 360°
Headlamp
Whistle
Beverage of choice

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hat
Sunglasses
ThermaRest Sit Pad
Towel
Sunscreen..LOL?
Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take out is at Morgan Falls Park - be prepared for a LONG portage!
400 Morgan Falls Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30350

Drop in is at the Boat Ramp - Island Ford CRNRA (parking fees are required) 1978 Island Ford Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30350 - the boat ramp road goes off to the right just BEFORE the Visitors Center....see GPS link above for DROP IN LOCATION - also another long-ish boat portage.

Notes:

Parking is free at MF

IF requires the CRNRA fee/tag to park., arrive early and get your yearly pass

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