PCC Overnight Intro to Expedition Canoeing
Atsion Lake ~ Mullica River in the Pine Barrens
Dates: August 13 & 14
Prerequisites: Intermediate Level Paddler - slow-moving twisty windy river
* Open to PCC Club Members and individuals who have taken a novice rec kayak or canoe class.
Number of People:
2 leaders - Jere Downs (solo rec kayak) & Jeff Fetterman (solo canoe)
14 people maximum - 6 people minimum (sign up first-come, first-serve.
Cost: $2 per campsite (We will need to reserve them in advance.)
Suggested Route: Mullica River Overnight - about 12 miles
Starting Point - Atsion Lake Ranger Station
Campground - Primitive camping at Mullica River Campground
Fires Permitted
Pump water
Pit toilets (bring TP)
* Evening Class on Expedition Planning and Equipment (Optional)
End Point - Batsto Village on Rt 542
Recommended Boats:
Rec Kayaks - shorter in length
Solo or tandem canoes
Lodging:
Bring your own tent, pad, and sleeping bag (camp chair optional)
Food:
No ALCOHOL permitted in NJ State Parks
Pack and Manage your Food, Gear, and Firewood
Meals on Trail:
Day #1 - Lunch, Snacks, & Dinner
Day #2 - Coffee/Tea, Breakfast & Snacks
Friday Night pre-trip ZOOM/In-person Meeting at the PCC - SHAKEDOWN
Questions Contact: Jere Downs (502.376.2352) or Jeff Fetterman jeffreyfetterman@gmail.com