Come out and enjoy an evening on the Bow River!
Come join me on an evening adventure down the Bow River! I'm planning on paddling from Baker Park to Shouldice - it's a lovely and easy stretch of the river that is very popular with paddlers.
Event timeline:
5:00 - 5:45 PM: Stage a vehicle at Shouldice, drive over to Baker Park.
5:45 - 6:00 PM: Meetup at the Baker Park boat launch to prepare your vessel!
6:00 PM: Venture out onto the Bow towards the island!
6:30 PM: Arrive at the tip of the island for the event
6:30 - 7:00 PM: Scheduled event time!
7:00 PM: Pack up and leave the island, heading for Shouldice
7:30 PM: Arrive at Shouldice
7:30 - 8:00 PM: Shuttle vehicles back to Baker Park
8:00 PM: Arrive back at the Baker parking lot and drive home.
SPECIAL NOTES:
1) Vehicle logistics will be the most challenging part of this event. Keep in mind that you will end up several kilometers downstream of where you started! You might consider teaming up with another cacher with a vehicle if you are solo or have only one vehicle. I will have some space available in my vehicle to help shuttle people from Shouldice back to Baker. If you are willing to team up and/or volunteer some space in your vehicle to shuttle to/from Baker/Shouldice, please indicate that in your "will attend" log to help others who may be looking. I have space in my vehicle for 1-2 people with inflatables only.
2) This event will be a go for most weather conditions, apart from rain. Bring warm and dry layers as needed!
3) Wear your lifejacket (wear at all times or you will get a fine and a mandatory court appearance) and bring your water safety kit. The Federal government prohibits any motorized watercraft such as motor boards or seadoos within Calgary city limits.
4) Bring supplies necessary to practice 'leave no trace'. There are no garbage cans or washrooms on the island. Visit the washroom BEFORE you hit the water.
5) I don't recommend wading or swimming to the island. If you choose to do this, do so at your own risk and understand that there are significant risks and dangers involved - the river current is strong and can easily knock you off your feet or push you off course.
6) Any other questions or concerns, feel free to send me a message or email!
SEE YOU OUT THERE!