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I can leave as early as 1 pm on Friday. I just have one kayak. I can carry an additional one.
– Ed Bayham
I can leave as early as 1 pm on Friday. I just have one kayak. I can carry an additional one.
– Ed Bayham
I suggest we have a quick discussion at the monthly meeting of possible shuttle options for those departing from St. Louis.
– Ed BayhamHi Briana. They are pretty great aren’t they? I am not by nature a shy person, but I do tend to want to know a LOT about things before I jump in. I am a little disappointed that I am going to not be with the main group of people. But I know I will be okay. Heck I will probably be so tired by Saturday night that I will be asleep before dark anyway. LOL.
Deborah, I’m so grateful you posted and shared with vulnerability about your concerns about this trip. I’m relatively new to the club as well, and though I’ve done a bunch of pop-up paddles with the club, this will be my first overnight with the club, so I’m nervous too! I’m also relatively new to camping myself. I basically hadn’t been camping prior to spring 2021 when I decided I wanted to try it, so I’ve been getting gear, learning how, increasing my skills, all with great mentorship from friends! I’m glad you touched based with Kathy and Eileen and decided you’re in. Looking forward to doing this trip with both long and new club members!
CAMPING: As others have mentioned, North Fork Rec Area (Hammond) is first come first serve, so that’s what Dustin and I will try for. We will have one car and one tent. We can leave Friday morning but maybe not till 10am or so, so hopefully we can arrive early enough to get a spot! We would be happy to share a spot with someone else if either we or you arrive early š
I suggested 2 camp grounds as Twin Bridges has rental cabins, RV hook up a restaurant and showers fir those who do not have lots of camping gear or prefer not roughing it. Hammond is a campground that is baic surrounded by old growth trees but also away from lights to view the meteor shower. Both campgrounds are good depending on ones preference. I will post directions and information for meeting up and shuttles closer to the trip when I know water levels and exactly what sections we will paddle.
This trip is appropriate for most boats except long sea kayaks and composite boats.Thanks Eileen. I think i will be fine, I will keep my reservations, and meet up with everyone Saturday Morning. I feel better already! Thank you, Kathy and Joan fir reaching out!
Thanks Joan. Kathy and Eileen both reached out. I will be there. š i am very much looking forward to this trip, and the wonderful company of all the club members.
Hi Deborah – I’m new to the club myself and I second the notion that you’re in very good hands. I can be painfully shy, but everyone has been very kind, helpful, patient…all the good things!
I do have some extra camping gear – most of my stuff is very small and lightweight because I was an avid backpacker before I got into paddling. If you need advice or there’s something you’re missing that you need to borrow, text me at 314.956.2990.
Also, there’s no question to basic to be asked, we were all newbies once and some of us still are – myself included š
Debbie, You are in good hands. This is the perfect group to get as much or as little help as you like. Have a wonderful trip. It is a stunning river.
