We had such a blast last year we decided to do it
again!!
For those who don't know last year's
story, here are the basics:
The rally was originally planned to run the American River. Due to
extreme high flows, the river was deemed unsafe, so we moved to
Lake Natoma, which turned out great. We had experts, novices and
first timers from two states enjoying the lake
together.
In keeping with the "open to all"
theme.......we are returning to the Negro Bar area of Lake Natoma
for more fun & adventure
We will start and finish from the day use
area (posted coords) at Negro
Bar.
Team requirements: Minimum people per team 2. Maximum people per
team 10. To try and keep it fair we would ask that each team have a
minimum of two watercrafts.
This will be a timed course with 2 teams departing the launch area
every 10 minutes. We will be placing caches and setting up
checkpoints along the route. Each team member is required to
participate in the checkpoint challenges. The team with the best
time after correctly completing the course will be the winner.
Awards for best costume and most unique watercraft will be awarded
at the after paddle picnic.
Some things to know:
- The
access road is off Greenback
Lane.
- There
is a $10.00 per vehicle entrance fee with NO launch fee for
kayaks/canoes.
- There
is a kayak rental place at Negro
Bar.
- We
will draw names at 10:30AM to determine each teams starting
time.
- The
first team will leave at
11:00AM.
- The
day use area offers shade, BBQ`s and
tables.
- Bring
water, sunscreen, life vests and sensible
shoes.
- Bring
a chair and something to eat for the after-paddle
picnic.
Whether your a long-time paddler or it`s something you've been
wanting to try, we welcome your presence.
If you are looking to join a team or would like others to join your
team, you can post a note here or join us at our Facebook group
page - Nor-Cal Geo-Paddlers (visit link). If you interested paddling and
geocaching, you will find like-minded souls at Nor-Cal
Geo-Paddlers.