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Sydenham River - Wilkesport to Darcy McKeogh Dam

When:
Thursday, May 25, 2023, 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada) (UTC-06:00)
Where:
Boat launch at Wilkesport.
ON  

Canada
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Judy Mahoney
Category:
Paddling
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
All who wish to participate in this event must pre-register by midnight the night before the event. 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.

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No Fee
No Fee
EVENT DETAILS KEY INFORMATION
Event Description
This will be a paddle from Wilkesport to the Darcy McKeogh Dam and back.  We will have lunch at the dam. This is suitable for kayaks and canoes.

Meeting Place
 Boat launch at Wilkesport.
(Pls arrive 15 mins before paddle for instructions and introductions.)
Level
 Intermediate
Distance (approx.)
 15 kms
Duration (approx.)
 4 hours
Pace (approx. average)
 4 km/hr
Costs
 n/a
Required Items to Bring
 water, lunch, appropriate clothing
Transport Canada Regulations - PFD, whistle, bailer or bilge pump, 50' of buoyant rope.
Recommended to Bring
 sunscreen, bug spray, spare clothes in dry bag, 1st Aid Kit, cell phone in waterproof bag 
Carpooling:  TBD
Guests Guests must register using our new 1 month free trial
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