Great Miami River - Sidney to Piqua - 11.7 Miles of Awesome!
Details
Custenborder Fields to Roadside Park, 11.7 miles of beauty!
Join us for a beautiful paddle on a northern section of the beautiful Great Miami River (GMR). Some of the most spectacular paddling on the GMR.
THE PADDLE
We will start by meeting at Custenborder Fields, Veterans Memorial Walkway [GM 128.0] and crossing the walking bridge with our gear and launching in the middle of town, just below the last dam. We will travel south and cross under some amazing structures, have a river side lunch and end the paddle at Roadside park [GM 116.3]. Be prepared for a long paddle on mostly still waters. We will take our time, giving plenty opportunity for relaxation and photo opportunities. We will pass by a Heron rookery near the Lockington Dam area. Let me just say, the miles are worth it. This is absolutely a spectacular section of the GMR.
• Start
We will form pods of 10 paddlers and the first of 4 pods will push from the shoreline at 10:00 AM + or - on Saturday morning
• Finish
We should be out of the water 4:00 PM + or -
• Duration
Expect to spend a full day on the water
• Pace
We will take a leisurely paddle giving plenty of time for camera opportunities
• Distance
This paddle is 11.7 miles
• Difficulty
This paddle is suitable for paddlers with some moving water experience. You must be 18 years of age or older and sign the liability waiver. It's not a hard paddle; however, it is a long paddle and there are obstacles to maneuver and portages to conquer.
• What You See
The beautiful Great Miami River, majestic trees, and wildlife.
• Restrooms
There are restrooms available periodically during this paddle.
• Food
Bring enough food, water and snacks for the duration of the event. We will have lunch on the river
•-Equipment
A boat that tracks well would be ideal. Anything from a 12' crossover to a 14' lake boat will work fine. Many long and flat sections to paddle.
• What to Bring
PFD (a must) / hat / water / sunscreen / bug spray / dry clothes / dry shoes / dry bags / safety equipment/ extra paddle / Kayak Wheels / your food/snacks and your smile / etc....
DIRECTIONS
Google Maps Link to the put in.
Google Maps Link to the take out.
GRUB
You are on your own for meal planning for this event. Bring a shore lunch, snacks and plenty of water. The group usually finds a place for dinner after the paddle. We may hit Crooked Handle Brewing Company of Piqua.
RIVER CONDITIONS
Gauges
Great Miami River at Piqua OH
Great Miami River at Troy OH
Great Miami River at Sidney OH
WEATHER
Accuweather for Quincy, Ohio
MAPS AND INFORMATION
Download Great Miami River Water Trail Map
ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Your yes RSVP and by attending this event acknowledges that you have read and agree to my accident waiver and release of liability. With this in mind, please remember that I am not your guide. I am a fellow paddler that is offering notice of a group of friends that are gathering to share in ride-share to enable a fun day on the water for all. I love you guys, but I love my family more.
CANCELLATION
The paddle will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather or unsuitable river conditions. IMPORTANT: Check this MEETUP event page on Friday morning for last minute details and watch your email for additional updates.
SUNRISE/SUNSET
GUESTS
No guests allowed. Have your friend sign up on MeetUp, join the group, and RSVP to ensure they acknowledge the accident waiver and release of liability.
NOTE: The details to this event are subject to change.
Great Miami River - Sidney to Piqua - 11.7 Miles of Awesome!