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September 2014 Outing – James River Canoeing

Twin River Camping and Canoe Trip Sept 20-21, 2014

 

When: Sept 20-21, 2014
Where:             Twin River Outfitters: Breeden Bottom Campground and James River Canoeing
Time:   Arrive at the St. Francis parking lot at 6:30 am on Saturday, Sept 20th and return to St. Francis mid-afternoon on     Sunday, Sept 21st

Whether this is your first canoe trip or you’re an experienced boater, this 10.5-mile 2-man canoe trip is ideal for a large group wanting to have fun.  It includes plenty of rapids; 5 which are rated class II, great mountain views, and a remote wilderness feel.  On Saturday you will check in with Twin River Outfitters, where you will receive your safety orientation, river maps, and life jacket. From there you’ll be shuttled to the staging area where you’ll begin your 2-day river trip. Sunday morning you will complete the rest of the 10.5 mile canoe trip after breakfast, clean up and head home.

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PREZI Online Presentation (includes what to bring)

For those who just want to know what to bring:

CLOTHING AND PERSONAL GEAR
Complete Class A Uniform
Class B t-shirt 
Toothbrush/Toothpaste
Sturdy hiking shoes
Extra underwear & dry socks
Swim trunks or shorts
Raincoat or poncho
Sleeping bag
 Sleeping pad
Non-spray insect repellent
Small pillow (if desired)
Long pants
Sweater & jacket
 Headlamp with good batteries
Water shoes for river activities
Sunscreen
 Tent
 2x Nalgene Water Bottles 
 Personal First Aid Kit
 Mess Kit (Utensil set, spoon, fork and knife, Deep bowl, mug/cup)
 Pack towel (Microfiber if possible – more compact)
 Hat (pullover for sleeping) and gloves
 Patrol food
 Sack lunch for Saturday
 Spending money – about $15 – for lunch Sunday
 
 
MUST HAVE FOR A HAPPY TRIP (OPTIONAL ITEMS)
 Flashlight
 Camera with film (disposable cameras or waterproof)
 Scout Handbook
 Pocket knife if earned Toten Chip
 Day pack