Calendar of Events
2022
DATE & TIME EVENT LOCATION TRIP OR EVENT LEADER
Be sure to check the Calendar of Events frequently as events can be added, deleted, or changed as late as the day before.
Pre-Registration is required for all paddles.
To add an event to this listing, please contact Sharon at kayak4me2@gmail.com at least one business day prior to event.
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Pool Sessions now underway, or are they under water... Please check with Joe Galloway for pricing and other specifics. INDOOR POOL SESSIONS Seven sessions. Sundays 9-11 am Owego High School
January 9(canceled due to icy roads), 23
February 6, 27
March 13, 27
April 10
POOL SESSIONS UPDATE as of 01/23/22
Dates of the 7 sessions:
January 23
February 6, 13, 27
March 13, 27
April 10
Time: Sundays 9:00 -11:00 am
Location: OFA Aquatics Building, Owego, NY
February 28, 2022 Mon. 7:00 PM Club Safety Meeting ACKC Council Chairperson is Ruth Hopkins
Come one, come all. It's our very first meeting of the 2022 season! As usual we will
meet in the basement of the Central United Methodist Church located at
17 Nanticoke Avenue, which is Route 26, in the village of Endicott.
Presenter: Ray Baker
Program: Authored the book Canoe & Kayak Launches Near Binghamton,
worked with youth for 25 years teaching first aid, CPR, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking and other skills, and conducted a dozen 50+ mile trips afoot or afloat,
Ray Baker will be bringing his training and experience to ACKC's spring Safety
Meeting, covering preparation, planning, prevention, and recovery.
March 28, 2022 Mon. 7:00PM Club Meeting Endicott ACKC Council Chariperson:
As usual we will meet in the basement of the Central United Methodist Church located at 17 Nanticoke Ave., which is Route 26, in the village of Endicott.
Presenter: Ray Baker
Program: Global Positioning & River Gauge Usage. This will be an training
session on understanding river gauge levels and other useful apps for
paddling & for tracking mileage..
April 23, 2022 Sat. 9AM - 3PM Earth Fest SUNY Broome Student Center Merrill Douglas
Want free admission to this year's Earth Fest? Just sign up with Merrill to help
with the ACKC booth. Set up begins at 9AM. The shifts run from 9 to 11,
11 to 1, and 1 to 3 with break down at 3. You will have plenty of
opportunity to peruse the exhibits before and after your
shift. You will never be left alone at the booth.
April 25, 2022 Mon. 7:00PM Club Meeting Endicott ACKC Council Chairperson: Laura McEntire
As usual we will meet in the basement of the Central United Methodist Church located at
17 Nanticoke Ave. in Endicott.
Presenter:Laura, Dave, Tim, Sharon
Program: First Aid - Powerpoint by Ray
May 11, 2022 Wed. 5:00 PM Tioughnioga River Yaman to Blodgett Trip Leader: Dave Tanner
We will launch our annual mini sojourn at Yaman Park in Cortland. We will paddle
downstream to Blodgett Mills. Paddlers must be able to control their boats
in strong currents around possible strainers. Rain date will be Thursday.
May 18, 2022 Wed. 5:00 PM Tioughnioga River Blodgett to Messengerville Trip Leader: Dave Tanner
You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, able to be in
control in a strong current, etc. This 7 mile stretch of river may be slightly
more difficult than the prior section. I.C.E. info necessary.
Raindate is Thursday.
May 21, 2022 Sat. 11:00am Chemung River Bottcher's Landing to Grove St. Marilyn Wertman
This 9 mile paddle will begin in Big Flats and end in Elmira. This is a nice, gentle
section of the Chemung. Be sure to arrive early since a shuttle is necessary.
Bring water, lunch, and your ICE card. Contact Marliyn to sign up.
May 23, 2022 Mon. 7:00 PM Club Meeting First Central United Methodist Church Council
As usual, we will meet in the basement of the church. Use door nearest the
rear parking lot. Our meetings are open to the public. Covid restrictions
are determined by the church.
Presenter: Bruce Oldfield, professor emeritus @SUNY BCC
Program: "Atmospheric Rivers" (a phenomenon caused by climate change)
May 25, 2022 Wed. 5:00 PM Tioughnioga River Messengerville to Killawog Trip Leader: Dave Tanner
You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, able to be in
control in a strong current, etc. This is a 9 mile paddle. I.C.E. info
necessary. CANCELED DUE TO UNSAFE CONIDITIONS
May 26, 2022 Thurs. 5:00PM Susquehanna Apalachin to Marshland Road Leader: Marilyn Wertman
The Apalachin DEC boat launch is accessible via Rt 434 or Rt 17 is an easy concrete ramp.
The Owego Boat Launch is located on the western end of Marshland Road. This will
be a short 5ish miles of gentle paddling and is appropriate for all levels of
paddling abilities. Eagles may be sighted as you pass by
Hiawatha Island.
May 29, 2022 Sun. Chemung River Wellsburg to Wilawana Leader: Marilyn Wertman
Paddle 10.5 miles on the beautiful Chemung River.
June 2-7, 2022 Fri.- Mon. Cape Cod Camp and Paddle Waterways TBD Helena Garan
Camping at SHAWME-CROWELL STATE FOREST campground: https://www.reserveamerica.com/explore/shawme-crowell-state-forest/MA/32621/overview.
This campground has 285 campsites, 15 miles of trails and roads, 6 yurts, but no
hookups. Bring your bikes since it’s close to the Cape Cod Canal Bike Way.
Paddling scheduled for the 3rd thru the 6th of June. Departure will
be on Tues, June 7th. Make reservations on or after
February 22, 2022.
June 8, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM Tioughnioga River Marathon to Whitney Point Trip Leader: Dave Tanner
This will be a 9.5 mile paddle on moving water. Paddlers need to be able to
control their boats in currents and shallow waters. There will be one
area which requires a "walk around". Remember a mask for the
shuttle. Please be ready to launch at 4:30.
June 15, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM Tioughnioga Whitney Point to Chenango Forks Trip Leader: Dave Tanner
This will be a 10 mile paddle on moving water. Paddlers will need the ability to
start, stop, and maneuver their boats in currents. Sign up no later than
3 pm on Tuesday.
June 18, 2022 Sat. 11:00 AM Owasco Inlet Moravia, NY 8.5 miles Trip Leader: Sharon Canfield
This delightful little "river" has a mild current and beautiful scenery. This will be
an "in-and-out" paddle so no shuttle is necessary. The waters are calm
and appropriate for all levels of abilities. Plan on a minimum of 3.5
hours of paddling. We will stop for lunch before the return
the launch site.
June 22, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM Chenango River Chenango Forks to Chenango Bridge Leader: Dave Tanner
This part of the mini sojourn finishes the short distance remaining
on the Tioughnioga River, then onto the Chenango. The total
distance for this leg is 8 scenic miles filled with wildlife.
Raindate: Thursday. Cancelled. Lack of water.
June 25, 2022 Sat. 11:00 AM Seneca Lake to Hector Falls plus wildlife management area Ruth Hopkins
We will launch at the free lake access area at the intersection of
Cass Road and State Route 414. Paddling a little more than
2 miles along the shoreline takes us to Hector Falls.
We will stop to enjoy the falls while eating our
lunch. Returning to our launch site, we
will explore the channel thru the
WMA.
June 27, 2022 Mon. 7:00 PM Club Meeting Central United Methodist Church Council
Join us for our last club meeting until fall. A short business session will precede
our program. The public is welcomed.
Program Speaker: Rick Marsi, noted naturalist, photographer, and author
Program Topic: A Year in the Life of a Southern Tier Wetland
June 29, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM Chenango River Chenango Forks to Chenango Bridge Dave Tanner
Canceled due to a lack of water.
June 29, 2022 Wed. 5 PM Upper Lisle to Otselic River Sharon Canfield
We will launch at the Upper Lisle Boat Launch and paddle upstream in the
Otselic River until we can't. When we return to the launch site, we
will proceed to the wildlife sanctuary area unless the winds
are too strong or nightfall is upon us.
July 5-7, 2022 Tues.-Thurs. Finger Lakes Exploration Project - Part One Leaders: Marilyn & Helena
Paddle parts of the four most western Finger Lakes: Conesus, Hemlock, Canadice,
and Honeoye and stay at historic St. Michael's mission (Airbnb) in Conesus.
Stay for all, or part of, the trip. Cost will be approx. $60.00. Participation
is limited to club members only and will be capped at 16 paddlers.
Contact Marilyn with questions or interest. swedekin@stny.rr.com
July 13, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM Whitney Point Reservoir Leader: Sharon Canfield
This lake is located within Dorchester Park (free admission and bathrooms).
We will launch at the park boat launch and paddle the lake
perimeter unless the wind drives us into the inlet.
No shuttle required. Paddle is suitable for
all levels.
July 20, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM Harold Moore Park, Vestal to Apalachin DEC Access Leader:Sharon Canfield
We begin the Susquehanna River series of paddles. This should be a
paddle for all levels of ability. Shuttle is required. Masks are
necessary for the shuttle. Driving directions will be
provided. canceled
July 27, 2022 Wed. 4:30PM Apalachin DEC Access to Hickories Park Leader: Sharon Canfield
The Susquehanna River series continues. This should be a
paddle for all levels of ability. Shuttle with masks is
required. There will be mud at Hickories.
Aug. 1,2,3, 2022 Mon., Tues., Wed. Delaware River Camp & Paddle Trip Leader: Donna Brisco
The Cottage on the Delaware will serve as our base camp as we paddle the 3 different sections
of the magnificent Delaware River. There are limited sleeping areas within the cottage,
buts lots of camping room on the lawn. Bathroom facilities within the cottage will
be available to all participants. Everyone will share the cost of this paddle
venue. More information will be forthcoming.
Aug. 3, 2022 Wed. 4:30 PM (Need a leader not attending the Delaware trip to head this up.)
Aug. 7, 2022 Sunday 1:00 PM Annual Club Picnic Dorchester Park Hospitality Committee
Come one, come all! This dish-to-pass picnic is open to members, their families
and friends. Chef Dave and crew will be cooking chicken speidies, burgers,
and sweet corn. There will be a 50-50 raffle to help offset the picnic
expenses. The pre-picnic paddle is weather dependent. The
picnic activity will be announced when decided. Please
sign up with Chef Dave so that he knows how
much to prepare.
Aug. 8, 2022 Mon. 11:00 AM Otisco Lake Leader: Helena Garan
We will continue our exploration of the Finger Lakes by paddling
Otisco Lake. It's probably about an hour's drive for those
coming from the lower Southern Tier. We will gather
at the DEC launch on West Valley Road at
11:00AM. Please register by
Saturday, August 6th.
Aug. 11, 2022 Thurs. 11:00 AM Tully Lake Leader: Sharon Moss
All club members have a personal invite from Sharon Moss to
join her at a cottage she has rented to paddle this
pleasant little lake.
Aug. 17, 2022 Wed. 4:30 Hickories Park to Nichols East Leader: Sharon Canfield
Canceled: inadequate response
Aug. 26, 2022 Fri. 11:00 AM Staghorn Cliffs Skaneateles Lake Leader: Marilyn Wertman
This is an in-and-out paddle with a launch at the DEC fishing access located
at the south end of the lake. There is plenty of parking and a concrete
ramp. There is a $5 launch fee per boat. The distance to the
cliffs is about 3.5 miles. There will be the opportunity to
swim and to enjoy your bagged lunch at the cliffs.
Raindate: Monday, the 29th.
Sept. 8,9,10,11 Thurs.-Sun. Fish Creek Camp & Paddle Trip Leader: Barb Hall
Come and paddle for all, or part of, this event. Each day a different venue will
be paddled. Meals can be a joint effort or on your own. Make your own
camping reservations at the campground. Evening campfires are
enjoyed by all.
Sept. 10, 2022 Sat. Hickories Park to Nichols East Leader: Marilyn Wertman
canceled
Sept. 26, 2022 Mon. 7:00 PM Club Meeting in Vestal Hosts: Donna Brisco & Mike Colwell
Come one, come all! This will be a meeting around the bonfire. Dress
for the weather. Hotdogs for roasting will be provided. Bring a
snack if you wish. Bring your own drinks and lawn chair.
Bonfire will be in Donna and Mike's backyard.
See your club email notification for
address.
Oct. 15 & 16, 2022 Camp & Paddle the Pine Barrens Rivers of Southern New Jersey Trip Leader: Tim Brown
Camping at Bass River State Park, 762 Stage Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087
Participants must register with Tim by 9/11/22. Arrive on 10/14/22. Paddle on
10/15 & 10/16. Leave on 10/17/22. Possible rivers to paddle are the
Oswego, Wading, Batsto, or Mullica. These small rivers meander
thru the Pine and Cedar forests on the coastal plain of
So. NJ. The historic Batso Village will be holding
their annual fair on Sun., the 16th. Note:
make your own camp reservations.
Cancelled due to unfortunate circumstances.
Oct. 24, 2022 Mon. 7:00 PM Club Meeting
Nov. 14, 2022 Mon. 6:30 PM Club Meeting: Annual Awards Banquet Hospitality Committee
Door will open at 5:45 PM to allow for the committee to set up and decorate the tables.
This dish-to-pass affair will begin at 6:30 PM. In addition to bringing a large dish-to-
pass, please bring a wrapped item for the gift table. Laura will be organizing the
gift distribution activity. Recognition certificates for club sponsored trip
mileage achievements, trip leaders, etc. will be awarded.
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Jan. 11, 2021 Mon. 6:00 PM ACKC Council Meeting via Zoom ACKC Council
Yearly planning to set dates and programs for club monthly meetings.
Feb. 22, 2021 Mon. 7:00 PM ACKC Club Meeting via Zoom ACKC Council
Business Meeting Chair - Laura
Presenter: Myra Shulman
Program: Paddle Opportunities at Land Trust Sites
One of the POSITIVE results of limited paddle opportunities due to
pandemic restrictions and low water levels was the discovery of new
paddle venues which were part of, or adjacent to, a Finger Lake Land Trust.
Many of these areas also offer hiking and biking opportunities.
March 22, 2021 Mon. 7:00 PM ACKC Club Meeting via Zoom ACKC Council
Business Meeting Chair - Donna Brisco
Presenter - Judi Hall
Program - Wetlands Flora
Back by popular demand, Judi has expanded her 2020 presentation of wetland
plants. As a result of Judi's 2020 presentation, many Ahwagans began seeking
and identifying these plants. This exploring (and almost a competition) resulted
in discovering new paddle venues and expanding our plant identification skills.
April 23, 2021 Fri. 7:30 PM Trip Leaders Meeting via Zoom Sharon Canfield
We will review and update the Covid restrictions, discuss shuttle procedures
during covid, review ACKC trip leader guidelines, check method of recording
and reporting trips to the ACA, examine mentoring prospective trip leaders,
consider procedure of scheduling paddles, and any other concerns
of leaders. This meeting is open to the ACKC membership body.
April 26, 2021 Mon. 7:00 PM ACKC Club Meeting via Zoom ACKC Council
Business Meeting Chair - Ray Baker
Presenter - Ray Baker
Program - Paddle Safety
May 19, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Tioughnioga River Yaman to Blodgett Mills (shuttle) 4 miles+ Dave Tanner
* You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, to be in control
in a strong current, etc..
* Current Covid Restrictions will be announced.
May 24, 2021 Mon. 7:00 PM ACKC Club Meeting via Zoom ACKC Council
Business Meeting Chair - Ray Baker
Presenter - Emily Marino, executive director of the Friends of the Chemung River Watershed
Program - River Friends 2021.
We will enjoy a look back at the organization over the years, as well as an overview of these
upcoming programs: Weekend Kayak Rentals on the Chemung, Riverside Plein (sic) Air Watercolor Workshop, Riverside Trails Yoga and Meditation Class, Knowledge Among the Pine Trees Program, and much more! To learn about all the goings-on for the Chemung River,
tune into this zoom meeting and meet our new director!"
May 26, 2021 Wed. 5:00 PM Tioughnioga River Blodgett Mills to Messengerville (shuttle) Dave Tanner
*You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, able to be in
control in a strong current, etc. This stretch of river is usually slightly
more difficult than the prior section, which turned out to be very
active water last week. Raindate is Thursday.
June 3-7, 2021 Thurs. - Mon. Cape Cod Paddle and Camp Nickerson State Park Helena Garan
Arrive at campground on Thursday and begin scheduled paddles on Friday. Helena is
working with an experienced local paddler to schedule paddle locations and times.
Since our location is ocean side, the weather will be a major factor. Fortunately,
this area has many non-paddling areas to explore. Don't forget your bike!
Amazing bike paths await you. You may participate in all or parts of
event. Early reservations recommended. BYO equipment and
supplies. No chuck wagon at this event. BE SURE YOU
HAVE READ THE SPECIAL DOCUMENTATION
NEEDED TO ENTER THE STATE!
June 9, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Tioughnioga River Messengerville to Killawog (shuttle) Dave Tanner
This is usually the most difficult section of the river, but we know that rivers,
especially this one, can change from day to day. We will update when the
date becomes nearer. Masks are needed for the shuttle. Rain date is
Thursday.
June 16, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Tioughnioga River Killawog to Whitney Point (shuttle) Dave Tanner
*You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, able to be in
control in a strong current, etc. This stretch of river is usually easier
than the prior sections. Mask is required for the shuttle.
Raindate is Thursday.
June 20, 2021 Sun. 11:00 AM Clyde River and Erie Canal (out-n-back) Ruth Hopkins
A paddle for all abilities on flat water with faint current... Experience moving through
a lock. Proximity to the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge should offer
a variety of waterfowl to observe.
June 23, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Tioughnioga River Whitney Point to Chenango Forks 10 miles (shuttle) Dave Tanner
You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, able to be in
control in a strong current, etc. Mask is required for the shuttle.
Raindate is Thursday.
June 26, 2021 Sat. 10:30 AM Chenango River Brisben to Greene (Ball Flats) 7 miles (shuttle) Marilyn Wertman
This paddle was a favorite of our friend Dennis Healey. It has now been 2 years
since we've last seen him. Let's have a nice paddle and send him
warm thoughts along the way.
June 28, 2021 Mon. 7:00 PM Club Meeting via Zoom ACKC Council
Business Meeting Chair:
Program Presenter: Jim , past Executive Director of the Friends of the Chemung River Watershed
Program: The Mighty Osprey
Jim's presentation includes PowerPoint with photos, videos and interesting info
about one of nature's coolest birds - the osprey. Because it is at the top of the
food chain, it's presence signifies that the river is clean and bountiful.
Discover how the osprey mates for life, dives into water to snag fish and flies more
than 2,000 miles at a time to migrate.
June 30, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Chenango River Chenango Forks to Chenango Bridge (shuttle) Dave Tanner
You must be able to control your boat: able to stop, able to recognize and navigate
safely around hazards, able to recognize and utilize eddies, able to be in
control in a strong current, etc. Mask is required for the shuttle.
Raindate is Thursday.
Postponed due to inclement weather.
July 4, 2021 Sunday 10:30 AM Chemung River Wellsburg to Wilawana 10 miles Marilyn Wertman
July 7, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Chenango/Susquehanna Rivers Chenango Bridge to Lourdes Hospital Dave Tanner
Postpone due to poor weather on Wed. and on rain date (Thursday).
July 11, 2021 Sunday 1:30 PM Otselic River Willet to Upper Lisle 10 miles Shuttle Sharon Canfield
This river is mostly rural and abounds with wildlife in a quiet setting. The current is
good until the mudflats at the end of the paddle. The Otselic feeds the Whitney
Point Lake at Dorchester. You will need to be able to control your boat in
a current, find eddies, navigate safely around obstacles, etc.
Postponed due to heavy rains.
July 14, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Little York & Goodale Lakes (no shuttle) Sharon Canfield
Little York and Goodale Lakes offer a pleasant, relaxing paddle on flat water.
This paddle is appropriate for all levels of experience or inexperience.
Little York Park is easily reached via I-81 or RTs 38 & 281.
July 22, 2021 Thurs. 2 PM Otselic River Willet to Upper Lisle 10 miles Shuttles Sharon Canfield
Please see description under the July 11th entry. You will have the option of the entire
trip or Willet to Landers Corners or Landers Corners to Upper Lisle. I will figure out
the shuttle necessities.
July 25 - 28, 2021 Sat. thru Wed. NEW Camp and Paddle Four Mile Creek State Park Campground Ruth Hopkins
Please register with Ruth before making your reservations at the Four Mile Creek
campground. You may participate in all, or part of, this paddle experience.
Some of the participants will be staying for the entire week. This is a
great place for biking too.
July 28, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM NEED A TRIP LEADER AND VENUE. MOST TRIP LEADERS WILL BE AT THE FOUR
MILE CREEK EVENT.
July 31, 2021 Sat. 11:00 AM Chenango River Chenango Forks to Chenango Bridge 10 Miles Tim Brown
Participants must be able to control their boats in moving water. Limited to 12 paddlers.
Canceled due to lack of response.
Aug. 1, 2021 Sunday 2:00 PM Annual Club Picnic Dorchester Park Marilyn Wertman
Please preregister for this event so that we can purchase the appropriate amount of
meat. Text Sharon at 607-379-3137. This event is for members (past and
present ) and their families. Bring a LARGE dish to pass and your own
beverage and tableware. Chef David is preparing chicken
spiedies, hamburgers, and hotdogs. He will also offer
his delicious roasted corn-on-the-cob. Please
bring chairs so that we can social distance
while we eat. Register by July 26th.
August 1, 2021 Pre-Picnic Paddle Sun. AM Otselic Marilyn Wertman
Canceled due to impending thunderstorms.
Aug. 4, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Susquehanna River Appalachin to Hiawatha Island to Owego Fishing Access Sharon Canfield
This is typically an easy paddle suitable for all levels. Vaccinated guests are welcome, but
you must contact the trip leader by registration deadline for special instructions. We will
stop at Hiawatha Island to eat your bagged supper and to check out the eagle's nest.
Then we will paddle around the island and land at the fishing access.
August 11, 2021 Wed. 4:30 PM Susquehanna River Owego to Nichols (shuttle) Sharon Canfield
We will begin at the Owego ballpark, launching into the Owego Creek,
and paddle to the first fishing access in Nichols. Once again this
should be a fairly easy paddle open to all levels of ability.
Vaccinated Guests must contact the trip leader for
special instructions.
Aug. 15, 2021 Sunday 10:30 AM Upper Susquehanna (In-and-Out Paddle) 10 miles Marty Cuff and Sharon Canfield
Marty will guide us on this relaxing paddle on the Upper Susquehanna,
from #138 Crumhorn Pond Fishing Access Site to Milford and back.
As most of the trip is on water backed up from the dam on
Goodyear Lake, the current is not a factor.
August 2021 Camp & Paddle at Sedge Island New Jersey Helena Garan
Pre-registration is required. Number of participants is limited to 15.
CANCELED due to the Pandemic: SEDGE ISLAND IS RESTRICTING VISITATIONS
TO LIMITED DAYTIME EVENTS FOR THE 2021 SEASON. WE WILL LOOK
FORWARD TO THE 2022 SEASON.
August 18, 2021 Wed. No Paddle possible due to torrential rains and flash flooding warnings.
August 24, 2021 Tuesday 10:30AM Owasco Inlet Town of Moravia Fishing Access (no shuttle) Marilyn Wertman
This miniature "river" offers a leisurely paddling opportunity for all levels. You
will paddle upstream against a minimal current, beach for lunch, then
return to the launch site. This scenic waterway offers a variety of
plant life teeming with wildlife: wading whitetail deer, silky
mink, green mini frogs, etc. This waterway is a popular
fishing location.
August 27, 2021 Friday 9:30 AM Chenango River Oxford to Brisben 10 Miles Shuttle Marilyn Wertman
Although Marilyn is the trip leader, she has arranged with Ray Baker to be the
river guide for this part of the Chenango. This is NOT a paddle for the
novice. You must be able to manuever your boat safely around
strainers, to stop and turn your boat quickly, and to pay
attention to the river. Masks are required for the
shuttle. Participants limited to ACKC/ACA
members only. No guests.
August 31, 2021 Tuesday 11:00 AM Otselic River Willet to Upper Lisle 10 Miles Shuttle Sharon Canfield
This paddle is not for the beginner. Participants must be able to
control their boats in order to avoid sudden strainers
in strong currents. This small scenic river
offers an abundance of wildlife in a
very rural setting.
September 4, 2021 Sat. 11:00 AM Chemung River Bottcher's Landing, Big Flats to Grove Street, Elmira Marilyn Wertman
This is a nine mile paddle with some fun spots! You must be able to control
your boat through chutes. The Chemung is mostly a rock bottom
waterway usually offering clear water with lots of visibility.
Masks are required for the shuttle.
September 8-12 Wed. thru Sun. Fish Creek Camp and Paddle Different venues each day Barb Hall
You must register with Barb to attend this event. You may paddle as many or few times as you wish.
Some days there may be more than one paddle opportunity from which to choose. Paddles are planned
on suggestions from the group, although event leader (Barb) has final say. You are responsible for
making your own camping reservations at Fish Creek. "Walk-ins" have always been available, but Fish
Creek is unique each year.
Wed.: Arrive and set up camp.
Thurs.: Day paddle
Fri: Day Paddle
Sat.: Day Paddle
Sun.: Break camp and drag on home
September 7, 2021 Tuesday 1:00 PM Dorothy Mcllroy Bird Sanctuary Summerhill/Lake Como Sharon Canfield
A favorite from last year... This easy and relaxing paddle explores the extensive marsh at the
southern end of Lake Como. This area is part of the Finger Lakes Land Trust. Although
it is a protected area, public fishing and paddling are permitted. We will extend
the paddle into the lake and under the bridge into the inlet. This is an in
and out paddle of approximately 4 miles. Beavers love it here!
September 11, 2021 Saturday 11:00 AM Ithaca Canals No shuttle necessary Sharon Canfield
Another favorite from the past...This is another easy and relaxing paddle suitable
for all levels. Our launch site will be near Cass Park and is rumored to be
mud free. We will paddle to the Hog's Hole Wildlife Area, then back
to the Cayuga Inlet as far as the Weir. Next will be the 6 Mile
Creek, then into the Barge Canal and back to the launch.
September 19, 2021 Sunday 10:30 AM Tioughnioga River Whitney Point to Chenango Forks Marilyn Wertman
This paddle is suitable for anyone who can control their boat. The waters are fairly
tame, but of course, there is always the exception should an unexpected strainer
appear. The distance is about 10 miles, but it's all downhill! Remember your
mask for the shuttle.
September 27, 2021 Monday 7 PM Club Meeting Central United Methodist Church Endicott, ACKC Council
Please join us to our first in-person meeting of the year! CDC guidelines will
be observed so remember your mask. Refreshments will not be served.
Our program will feature a video which highlights the rich variety of
outdoor clubs in our area. Along with the ACKC, we'll learn
about the activities of the Triple Cities Hiking Club,
the Sierra Club, the Naturalists' Club, Waterman
Conservation Education Center, Triple Cities
Ski Club, and the Southern Tier Bicycle
Club. Hope to see a great turnout!
September 28, 2021 Tuesday 11AM Owasco Inlet Moravia No Shuttle Necessary Sharon Canfield
The Owasco Inlet is an easy and relaxing paddle on quiet water surrounded
by nature. This paddle is appropriate for all skill levels. The main
channel will be our focus. If time allows we may explore the
side channels. We will paddle upstream, break for
lunch, then float back downstream,
October 2, 2021 Saturday 10:30AM Chemung & Susquehanna Rivers 11 miles Shuttle Marilyn Wertman
This paddle begins on the beautiful and scenic Chemung River in Sayre at
Tozer's Landing. At the confluence of the two rivers is the perfect
spot to stop, stretch our legs, and eat lunch. This is a favorite
swimming spot, however, it may be too cold except
for the polar bears. Then we will continue onto
our destination in Ulster, PA on the
Susquehanna River.
October 7, 2021 Thursday 10:30 AM Delaware River Hancock to Lordville Shuttle Tim Brown & Sharon Canfield
Paddle the East Branch of the scenic Delaware from Hancock to Lordville
which is about a 9 mile paddle on active water. There will be a
break for lunch about half way. Masks are necessary for
the shuttle only. Remember to carry your I.C.E.
card in your PFD.
October 12, 2021 Tuesday 10:30 AM Cayuga-Seneca Canal, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Sharon Canfield
Paddle through the undeveloped Montezuma National Wildlife Area lands.
We head under the bridges for Routes 5 & 20 and the State Thruway.
Once pass the noisy highway you'll be surrounded by the songs
of a variety of birds. The little islands will be circled
before continuing northward to the Seneca
River. (We will NOT be turning onto
Clyde River on this trip.)
October 20, 2021 Wednesday Noon Chenango River Brisben to Greene 7 Miles Marilyn Wertman
We will paddle the fairly easy portion of the Chenango River from
Brisben to Greene. A shuttle is necessary so a mask must
be worn while in the shuttle car. The air temperature
is predicted for the low 70s. This could be our
one of our last paddles of the season.
October 25, 2021 Monday 7:00 PM ACKC Club Meeting Bon Fire at Donna and Mikes' Vestal Home Council
Join us for our monthly outdoor meeting. We will enjoy a warm bonfire
in the backyard of Donna and Mikes' place in Vestal. A brief
meeting will be followed by fun around the bonfire.
Hotdogs will be provided to roast. Please
bring your own drink, a chair, and
warm clothes for the outdoors.
November 11, 2021 Thursday 1:30 PM Dryden Lake Park Paddle In-and-Out Sharon Canfield
Could be the last organized paddle of the season. This will be a lazy day
float on this small lake, home to turtles, water fowl, beavers,
and large fish. We will poke around in the nooks
and crannies...wrong season to be
chased by nesting geese!
The launch is
concrete.
November 15, 2021 Monday 6:30 PM Annual Banquet and Awards Night ACKC Council
Join us for our annual dish-to-pass feast. Admission is a dish-to-pass.
We will meet an half hour earlier than usual to allow time
for good eating and conversation. Bring an item
for the prize table, a mask, your own
table service, and drink. Covid
procedures will be followed
to allow for safe dining.
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Dates of the 7 sessions:
January 23
February 6, 13, 27
March 13, 27
April 10
Time: Sundays 9:00 -11:00 am
Location: OFA Aquatics Building,
