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Sure, the weather is sunny
& warm (usually around the mid 80's and up) and canoeing the Russian River
is a blast and a great way to cool off on a summer day. But while you're having
fun, please follow these tips and rules for a safer and happier trip.
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LIFE
JACKETS. Although the Russian River is known mostly for extreme beauty and generally
is not considered to be a "whitewater experience", there is still some
current and swiftness at various intervals along the canoeing routes (enough to
make it fun), and sometime canoes do tip over. So please wear your life jacket.
We provide each canoeist with a life jacket! |
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CHILDREN
must be a least five years of age
to go canoeing. |
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SWIMMING
You must be able to swim. No Non-swimmers please. |
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EXPERIENCE
No previous canoeing experience is required. We will provide basic instruction,
just ask. |
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NO
ALCOHOL ALLOWED ON CANOE TRIP FOR SAFETY REASONS. Be Sharp... Be Safe. |
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DO
NOT LITTER Please help keep the river and beaches beautiful. |
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CANOES
Do not leave canoes unattended at any time. |
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RESPECT
PRIVATE PROPERTY, please. |
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NO
GLASS or styrofoam on the river, please. |
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THE
DEPTH of the river will vary significantly all along the canoeing routes. When
you swim, beach the canoes and walk into the river slowly. |
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NEVER
DIVE or jump into the river. You could find the river shallow or deep and you
could hit a hidden rock or log. |
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BACKPACKS
may be strapped to the canoe. Please do not wear while canoeing. |
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JOIN
US SOON for a great and safe canoe trip on the beautiful Russian River. Join in
the fun!! Reservations are needed. |
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Sorry
no dogs allowed. |
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What to Bring
May we suggest the following
items for your consideration: bring your bathing suits, ice chest, lunch, soft
drinks, beach towels, sunscreen, hats, drinking water, sunglasses, bunji cords
to tie your cooler into the canoe, and river shoes to protect feet against sharp
rocks. Garbage bags for trash, a recycling center is available at our landing
beach. Also bring a change of clothes for the ride back home.
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