Canoeing - June 2019
Post date: Apr 5, 2019 8:53:29 PM
Note:
We are going with Plan B (at the bottom) because of the high flow rates Colorado River.
Overview
This is a 20 mile, 2 day, 1 night trip on the water through some beautiful limestone canyons in the Hill Country.
Leaders
Paperwork: Grant
Meal Plan: Rana
Packing List: Anna
Car Plan: Andrew
Canoe Plan: Andrew
Lifeguard: James
Canoe Tender: Sam
Tour Guide: Ian
Astronomer: Andrew
Meteorologist: Lynna
Medic: Anna
Cost
Break Down
Food: ~$20 (this is an estimate for groceries scouts will purchase themselves)
Celebration Lunch at Storm's: ~$10 (highly variable, basic burger is $3)
Canoe Plan
Canoe #1: Joe/Steve
Canoe #2: Jill/Sabrina
Canoe #3: Anna/Mariana
Canoe #4: Ian/Sam/Grant
Canoe #5: Lynna/James
Canoe #6: Josh/Grant
Canoe #7: Rana/Andrew
Attendees
Required Safety Training
Safe Swim Defense: complete
Safety Afloat: complete
Weather Hazards: complete
Itinerary
June 8-9, 2019
Saturday
Eat breakfast before we meet or in the car.
Meet at the annex at 6 am.
Drive to US190 and the Colorado River (31°13'6.13"N 98°33'53.25"W) (88 miles).
The trek will start on the west bank of the Colorado River where US 190 crosses the river.
On Saturday we'll canoe down the river and spend the night on an island (probably Gravel Bar #3 (see map)).
Sunday
Sunday the trek will continue down river to Sulphur Springs Camp in Bend, TX and should arrive early afternoon.
We will plan to stop at Storm's in Lampasas for a cheeseburger. Individuals will need to bring about $12 for the meal.
Drive back to annex.
Packing List
Equipment
20 liter Dry Bags (2-3)
Sleeping Bag
Waterproof bag for sleeping bag
Sleeping Pad
Trowel
Group Gear:
Pocket Rocket (similar backpacking cooking stove)
Fuel
Small pot
Tent
Rain fly for tent
Ground cover for tent
Optional Luxuries:
Pillow
Canoe Seat
Measuring Cups
Bowls/Plates/etc.
Clothing
Nobody wants to Check:
Underwears (4ish)
Sports &/or Regular Bras (If needed)
Base Layers:
2-3 long sleeves (quick dry or wicking)
Waterproof stuff sack for clothing
1 pair of warm pants, sweats... (quick dry)
Actual Clothing:
2-4 Short sleeve shirts (quick dry or wicking)
1-3 pairs of QUICK DRY shorts/ convertible pants or another pair of pants
1-2 swimsuits (1 piece for girls and swim shorts for guys)
Rain suit (top and bottom-- Frogg toggs)
Waterproof stuff sack for clothing
Paddling Gloves (optional)
NO DENIM OR COTTON WHATSOEVER!
“Civilian clothing” for ride home:
1 DRY shirt
1 DRY pair of pants/shorts
1 pair of FRESH underwear
1 bra (if applicable)
Shoes:
Water shoes/ “wet shoes” (opened toed are acceptable)
Tennis shoes/ “dry shoes”
1-3 pairs of socks (bring as many as applicable)
Crocs or sandals for in camp wear (Optional)
Nourishment
Food:
Utensils (Spoons, forks, etc.)
Cup
Reflectix coozie/ winter hat to “cook” food
Water:
3-7 liter capacity Water bottle or camelback water bladder
Misc.
Pocket knife/ multi-tool
Sunscreen (for face AND body)
Insect repellant
Hat (Visors not recommended-- Wide-rim recommended)
Flashlight/Headlamp (w/ extra batteries)
Lighters
50’ Paracord
1-2 Quick Dry Towels
Bandana/ Small hand towel
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Sunglasses w/ lanyard
Map/ Compass
Biodegradable Soap
Small roll of Toilet Paper &/or pee rag
Personal Repair Kit (Duct tape, nylon ties, safety pins)
Hand Sanitizer
Hair Brush/ Comb
Baby powder or Gold Bond (to cut down on chafing)
Carabiners for securing gear
Deodorant
Personal First Aid Kit:
Band-Aids
Personal Medication
Athletic Tape
Antibiotic Ointment (neosporin, etc.)
Ibuprofen, benadryl
INHALER/ EPI-PEN (if necessary)
Optional Luxuries:
Camera/ Watch
Chapstick
IF YOU WERE THINKING OF BRINGING COTTON OR DENIM THINK AGAIN!
Meals
B: come fed
L: own food
D: own food
Sunday June 9th-
B- own food
L- Storm's (please bring money for this meal)Food: ~$20 (this is an estimate for groceries scouts will purchase themselves)
Car Plan
To Drop Off Point
From Take Out
Map / Float Plan
Car #1
Car #2
Car #3
River Info
Here is a link for the current river flows - https://hydromet.lcra.org/ - find the entry for the Colorado River at Bend.
We will not go if the predicted readings exceed 1500 cfs.
All persons going on the trip must have a current BSA Swim Test.
Paperwork
Canoe Rental Confirmation# 4937979
Plan B
Because the Colorado River may be moving too fast or too high for the planned trip, our plan be is to canoe to Garret Island on Lake Buchanan.
Put In: Cedar Point Park, Lake Buchanan
Overnight: Garret Island
Take out: Cedar Point Park, Lake Buchanan
Cost: $5 per person to enter the LCRA park
Canoe Route: ~ 3 miles one way
The Aftermath
Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Rry7vjHLHaGBh4RF6