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Turnip Rock Paddle - Michigan
Event Contact(s)
Joseph Burley
Registration Info
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All who wish to participate in this event must pre-register by September 21. If you find you are unable to attend, kindly cancel your registration.
If you are a non-member wishing to participate, you must first join the Lambton Outdoor Club, which includes completing the member waiver. A one month free trial membership is available for first time participants. Having enjoyed an outing or two, we hope you’ll join our wonderful club. The annual membership fee is $25.
While participating, be respectful of other members' health management decisions and protective steps. Stay home if you are feeling unwell.
About this event
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KEY INFORMATION |
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Event Description
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We will travel to Michigan and paddle the Lake Huron coast from Grindstone City to Port Austin, stopping to see Turnip rock, some sea caves and other sites along the way |
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Meeting Place
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Shoppers Drug Mart, Exmouth St parking lot |
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Level
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Intermediate |
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Distance (approx.)
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12-15 kms |
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Duration (approx.)
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4-5 hours |
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Pace (approx. average)
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3-4 km/hr |
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Costs
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N/A |
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Required Items to Bring
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Passport to Cross border
Water, snack, appropriate clothing
Mandatory Transport Canada Safety Equipment.
- PFD or LifeJacket
- Buoyant heaving line (15 meters in length)
- Paddle
- Bailer or hand pump
- Sound signaling device (Whistle) |
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Recommended to Bring
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Sunscreen, bug spray, spare clothes in dry bag, 1st Aid Kit, cell phone in waterproof bag, camping gear |
| Carpooling: |
Yes - TBD based on participants |
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| Other: |
Must have valid passport to cross US/CAN border.
Registration for this event closes on Thursday Sept.21 so we can try and arrange carpooling. We will also be camping at Port Cresent State park and will need to book campsites. |
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