Calendar of Events
2021
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.
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.
