Trip Announcement

New Year’s Day Paddle

Date: January 1, 2024

Location:  White River:  Waverly Park to Henderson Ford Bridge

Sponsor:  Dwayne James

I asked around and everyone liked last year's trip so we will return to an old favorite this year, weather depending, and paddle the White River from Old Town Waverly Park to Henderson Ford Bridge.  This approximately 9 mile paddle is mostly protected from the wind and usually offers a good flow so we can enjoy a 2 hour easy paddle.  We meet at 11:00 am and we will shuttle at 11:30.  

We have a new boat ramp located in the Waverly Town Park located just south of SR 144 (just West of the SR 37 intersection).  

Please dress for cold weather paddling.  This trip is suitable for all paddlers except sit on tops and SUPS.  I will post on Sunday evening if we need to cancel due to weather or lack of water.   Look for a go-no go email on December 31 by 8 pm.  Questions: dwaynesjamesa1@hotmail.com

 Questions:  What to wear?  Dress in layers--wool or fleece.  This is probably not a good time to try your first cold paddling event.  Your level of comfort will vary from other's.   Dry suits, wet suits, insulated clothing are usually not needed except by those who get cold easily.   Pick a cold day-temps in the 20's and put on your outfit and go stand in the creek.  If you are cold after a few minutes, you are underdressed.  See the Editor's Note below.  

Editor’s Note:  For cold weather paddling tips see our information on the club website at: http://www.coldwaterbootcamp.com/pages/home.html

 https://www.hoosiercanoeclub.org/resources/Education/PaddlingInTheColdMonths.pdf

https://www.hoosiercanoeclub.org/resources/Education/ColdwaterPaddling.pdf