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Traverse Area Paddle Club

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Trip Reports

Manistee River

Published on 4/1/2012
Five TAPC members enjoyed a fine afternoon on the fast-moving Manistee.  The water level was up so some of the rocks and riffles were buried.  We saw mergansers, nesting Canada geese, and what was probably a muskrat.  Another critter we saw was identified as a marten by Tracie.  The kingfishers were plentiful as well.  We launched at Woodpecker Creek off Upper River Rd.  This is just downstream from Hodenpyl Dam and is a much easier access than at the dam.  However, when the water is low it can be difficult getting from water's edge out into the main stream.  (submitted by Bob)