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Main AuSable

When:
Tuesday, July 31, 2018, 9:15 AM
Where:
Grayling to Stephan Bridge
MI  
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Lois Goldstein
231-938-9655 (p)
Category:
Easy River
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Capacity:
8
Available Slots:
3
No Fee
No Fee
This trip on the Main AuSable begins at an outfitter in Grayling.  We will meet in the morning to unload our boats and gear.  See http://www.penrodscanoe.com/  for driving directions.  Then, after moving our vehicles to the takeout and getting a ride back for the drivers, we'll head downstream.  There will be a stop along the way (at a small campground) to enjoy a picnic lunch.  
 
Paddling time should be about 4 hours. 

This trip is a perfect intro to river paddling, and should be a fun experience for canoeists and kayakers of all abilities.  The Main AuSable is a wonderful place to practice the skills that you may find useful on other rivers, since you'll be doing a little bit of maneuvering.

On summer weekends, the AuSable is filled with rental canoes, but during the week, there won't be many other people around.  We may meet see some folks fishing along the way, but otherwise, it should be a peaceful float, with good opportunities for wildlife sightings. 

Each participant should have a waterproof bag with a complete change of clothing.  Make sure you have appropriate footwear so you can step into the water when entering your boat. Also don't forget to take ropes for the bow and stern of your boat.