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Manistee - Rainbow Jim's to US-131

When:
Wednesday, September 17, 2014, 10:30 AM until 5:00 PM
Where:
Rainbow Jim's launch site on Coster road
MI  
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Marvin Puska
Category:
Intermediate River
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only

 

I checked out the trip from the CCC bridge to the Sharon take out with my truck.  The water level on the Manistee River was high to a point that the CCC put in and the Sharon road take out were too challenging for Marlene and I to attempt.  Both have wood platforms with more than 2 feet of water adjacent to the sites.  In addition the roads to be used for the shuttle were full of puddles and deep pockets making the trip difficult at best. 

 

We are changing the paddle to begin at Rainbow Jim’s (The location is listed in the Driving Directions). We will takeout at US-131. There will be a lunch stop at Lucas Road (bring a lunch).

 

We will meet at Rainbow Jims in time to shuttle cars at 10:30am. 

 
The river has many deep spots so it is advisable to wear a PFD.  This time of the year it is advisable to have a dump bag on board.  Bow and Stern lines are also required.