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Newsletter of the Prairie State Canoeists
March 1, 2001  - Vol. 33 # 3

From the Chair: 

PSC web site: http://www.psc.ctsserver.com

As you paddle the rivers that make up your canoe season with the Club, I know that the state of the river - scenery, cleanliness of the river and its banks, and water quality - are an important part of what makes canoeing a passion for each of us. We cannot change the scenery, at least not easily or quickly, but we can improve cleanliness and, as a result, water quality. One of the most effective ways of doing this is to participate in one of the river cleanups run by PSC. From the list of 100 or more trips offered by the Club, we all choose some trips we will paddle. This year, please include one or more river cleanups on that personal list. You will make a contribution to the paddling well being of yourself and others. You will also gain an understanding of the distance we, as a society, have to travel before we have integrated an ecological perspective into our everyday lives.
I have one other request for you as you paddle: think about taking a more active role in the Club. The easiest way to do this is by offering to serve as a member of the Board. It is still early in the year - elections for the Board do not occur until the November dinner - but it is not too early to consider how you can give something back to the Club. Talk to current Board members about their experiences as you paddle with them this year or give any of us a call. 
See you on the river,
Bill


Web Site, Hot Line, Canoes for Sale, PSC Items for Sale


PSC Web Site 
Check out the PSC web site. http://www.psc.ctsserver.com. Hot line for late trip postings: call Bob Kane at 815-744-8129 if you are planning a last minute river trip and would like us to put an entry on the web for you. Include the details of when and where, with your name and a phone number to contact you. Send, address change to Bob Kane, sign-in to Vic Hurtowy, trip reports to Rick Fleming, 23 N. Emerson St., Mt. Prospect IL 60056, 847-253-9383, fax -5216, rfleming@ netconsulting.com (e-mail preferred). Trip leaders do not have to use the pre-stamped envelopes for trip reports - e-mail if you can.

PSC Items for Sale 
PSC T-shirts ($10) and sweatshirts ($20) are available from Christina Taylor at 708-445-0871; E-mail: peace4368@ aol.com. Christina can bring your shirts to a trip or send via UPS.

Canoes For Sale

• Winona 16' Solo Plus, 50 lbs, teal, paddled 1 season. $1000 ($1600 new). Noreen Long 847-486-0752. 

• Sawyer 17'9" cruiser fiberglass $675, Mad River 16' solo large volume tripping fiberglass $300, alum john boat 10' $250, raft white water rubber 8' & 6' $150 & $75. Bob Warren 630-739-6040. 

• Wood strip solo canoe, 12'-10", made for my daughters who have out grown it. The canoe is 25" wide and 10" deep. It is intended for a person up to 100 lbs. $350, Dave Johnson 815-634-2811. 

• Grumman, 18' shoe keel, $400 John Fiorio 847-699-2895. 

• Wilderness Systems Kayak, Tchaika 14' Sea Touring/Class 1 Rivers, Kevlar/gold 29-lbs includes stern compartment, floatation, paddle. $1,150. Mike Budrys 847-735-0810. 

• Grumman 17' aluminum canoe in very good condition. $500.oo or best offer. Steve Shapiro 847-797-6598.

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Editor's Note: Contents of this newsletter will be posted to the web site. Trip announcements are for members. Club positions can be filled only if we maintain membership. If paddlers can find out all about our trips without becoming members we reduce the pool from which we can fill club positions. Loss of membership also reduces our trip leader pool and increases the cost per copy of this newsletter. Support your club, keep the password to yourself. Encourage occasional paddling friends to join.

Newsletter Issues and Deadlines:

Trip Announcements:

Trip # 4a Sat Sun Mar 24-25
La Lou Freestyle Instruction
Marge Cline rivermom@mindspring.com 847-359-5047
Drive 900 miles and paddle around in circles? Yes, we do! If you want Freestyle Instruction from some of the best in the country plus great camaraderie and even better Cajun food. Call after 6 PM.

Trip # 4b Sun Mar 25th
Upper Des Plains Beginner
Fengers 847-356-2171
Jon Gaut 847-299-4922
We will start in Wadsworth and paddle through the wetlands restoration project We are hopping to see waterfowl during their migration back north. This is a short trip. We will take it slow and try to observe as much wildlife as we can. Due to the possible cold weather a dump bag is required. We may have some portages to make around log jams. Call leaders for details Car shift 9:30. Take I 294 north, exit Grand Ave. east go to Rt 21-Milwaukee Ave, turn left-north onto route 4, turn left at T intersection. Take Rt 41 to Wadsworth road. turn right and go over the river. Parking lot is on the right.

Trip # 5 Sun Mar 25
Des Plaines River Beginner
Bob Kane paddler@cbcast.com (815)744-8129 
Bill Koenig(630)682-3306
Maple Syrup Festival This is a short early spring trip. We will meet at the NE corner of the river and Dundee Rd. (Rte.68) in time to carshift at 9:30 A.M. We will paddle to dam #1, portage there and continue to the River Trail Nature Center where we will spend about an hour and a half eating pancakes and enjoying the syrup making and nature exhibits, followed by a short paddle to the takeout. Dress for the season - bring extra dry clothing in a dry bag.

Trip # 6 Sun Mar 25
West Br Du Page R Beginner
Don Schueman 630-665-8628
Ray Ziemer 630-836-0086
Experience one of Illinois' best-preserved urban riverways. We will put in near North Avenue and canoe down to Mack Road Landing near Warrenville, IL. The put-in is on St. Charles Rd. at the river, 100 yards north of North Ave., near the intersection of North Ave, and Prince Crossing Rd., 1/2 mile east of Rte. 59 in West Chicago. Park west of the river on the south side of St. Charles Rd. on Forest Preserve property. Carshift at 9:30 a.m. Bring dump clothes, PFD and lunch.

Trip # 7 Thurs Mar 29
Des Plaines River Advanced Beginner
Joan Taylor TaylorJRS@AOL.com 630 495-1565 
Allen Close 708-7482102
If you're ready to start your canoe season, here is an opportunity for an early spring paddle on the Des Plaines River. Car shift is at 10 a.m. Meet at Russell Road in the forest preserve canoe landing, down stream left from the Russell Road Bridge. Bring dump clothes, lunch, water and expect to have a good time on this 6.8 mile beautiful stretch of the Des Plaines that flows through a natural undeveloped environment. Please contact the leader to check on weather and water conditions. 

Trip # 8 Sat Mar 31
Nippersink Creek Adv Beg 
Steve Shapiro 847-797-6598
Paul Clifford 815-886-2554
This is a nice easy stream to limber up your stiff paddling muscles. Because of the time of year, you must be dressed for cold weather & water conditions. You must have a dump bag and PFD. We will paddle from Glacial Park to Spring Grove. Beware, sometimes the IDNR or McHenry Rangers check for current boat decals. Take Rt. 12 North from Fox Lake to the intersection of Rt. 31, continue West (across Rt. 31) on Tyron Grove Road to Keystone Road. Turn left (South) to the Park. Carshift AT 9:30. Bring lunch and what else moves you.

Trip # 9 Sat Apr 7
Mazon River Advanced Beginner
Dave & Sherri Johnson 815-634-2811
This is one our regular 'play' trips on the Mazon. We are in no hurry to get down the river but the idea is to take turns playing in the current, eddies, etc...and enjoy the river. For those who have come in the past, we have to contend with different access since the bridge replacement, so we still need everyone to call us since the put-In is tight and we keep a small group.

Trip # 10 Sun Apr 8 
Little Vermillion R Advanced Beginner
Bob Kane paddler@cbcast.com 815-744-8129
Rated advanced beginner because of some culverts and electric wire spanning the stream may have to be portaged. This lively, scenic section of the Little Vermillion is dependent on spring run-off and/or rain. It is imperative that you call/email me at least by Thursday, May 5, to see if there will be enough water and directions to the put-in. We will carshift at10:00

Trip # 11 Sun Apr 8 
Kishwaukee Adv Beg: Clean-Up 
Joan Taylor TaylorJRS@AOL.com 630 495-1565 
Come help with spring clean up and enjoy a different section of the Kishwaukee. Carshift at 9:30. Bring PFDs, gloves, dump clothes and lunch. Leaders appreciate a call ahead to let us know you are coming so we can let you know of any changes in plans. Take 90 west to Genoa exit and Genoa right to U.S. 20. U.S. 20 left which is west to the 3rd exit which is South Appleton Road. Go right which is north on South Appleton about 3/4 mile, cross the Kishwaukee and immediately go left into the parking lot. 

Trip # 11a Apr 7 & 8 
ACA Instructor Development Workshop 
Marge Cline rivermom@mindspring.com 847-359-5047
ACA Instructor Development Workshop and Instructor Certification Exam will be offered for Tandem Open Canoe this Spring. The IDW will be held on April 7 and 8; the ICE will be held on April 28 and 29. Both will be at Sunrise Lake Outdoor Education Center in Bartlett, IL Contact after 6pm or email for further info and registration details.

Trip # 12 Tues April 10 
Nippersink Creek Advanced Beginner 
Joan Taylor TaylorJRS@AOL.com 630 495-1565 
Allen Close 708-7482102
Let's adventure on the Nippersink in the springtime and check out rerouting of the Creek. We will paddle from Glacial Park to Spring Grove if water level and weather permit. Carshift at 10 a.m. Bring PFDs, dump clothes and lunch. Leaders appreciate a call ahead to let us know you are coming and so we can let you know of any changes in plans. Take Rt. 12 north from Fox Lake to the intersection of Rt. 31, where Tyron Grove road also intersects. Continue west on Tyron Grove road to Keystone Road, turn left go south to the Park on the left, about 1.5 miles. 

Trip # 13 Apr 10-12 
Upper Buffalo Beginning Whitewater 
Ed & Ted Nelson 847-382-372
elncanoer@yahoo.com
Call or e-mail (prefer e-mail) for information.

Trip # 14 Fri-Sun Apr 13-15 
Upper St. Croix R. WI Adv Beg/Intermed
Dave & Sherri Johnson 815-634-2811
We are on our 6th year of exploring the Namekagan/St Croix River National Scenic Riverway. We plan to paddle the upper section of the St Croix this year, which can be Class I-II depending on the water level. We will base camp in the area. Please call for details.

Trip # 16 Sat Apr 14 
Du Page R Beginner
Paul Clifford 815-886-2554
Ray Ziemer 630-836-086
We will canoe from Shorewood to Channahon. This is a nice section of river that you can use to practice your skills. Directions: Take I-55 to Route 52 in Shorewood, IL. GO west to Route 59 (Stop Light). Turn right (North) on Route 59 and go about 1 mile to Hammel Woods Park entrance on right. Follow the road through the park bearing to the right to the parking lot by the dam. Bring dump clothes, lunch, drink and PFD. Carshift at 9:30 a.m.

Trip # 16 Sun Apr 15 
Kyte Creek Advanced Beginner
Bob Kane paddler@cbcast.com 815-744-8129
Come spend Easter Sunday on another one of those water-dependent streams that should be OK this early in the season. We will carshift at !0:00 from Skare Park. From I-88 and I-39 go north to U.S.12 exit. Go west to RT.251. Turn right (north) and go to second light E. Flagg Rd. Turn left (west) and go about 4 miles to the park on the right side of the road.


Trip # 16a April 21-29 
W Virginia Whitewater Intermediate WW
Larry Sobol 630-325-2284
Paddle CL2/3 mountain streams in the Monongahela National Forest such as the Gladys, Shafer, and Dry Forks of the Cheat, the Greenbrier, and the North Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac.

Trip # 18 Sat Apr 21 
Du Page R Beginner
Ray Ziemer 630-836-0086
Explore an easy and surprising section of the suburban DuPage, from Plainfield, IL to Hammel Woods in Shorewood. Put-in at 9:30 a.m. Call or e-mail for river conditions and directions to put-in.

Trip # 19 Apr 21-22 
St Francis R, MO Intermed/Adv Whitewater 
Bill Barclay 708-386-1371
Larry Rice 309-246-8351 
Challenging river with difficulty depending upon water level. We will begin with the upper section as a warm up and then do the lower section on both Sat and Sun-this one is worth doing twice. Wet/dry suits required. Call leaders for details.

Trip # 20 Sun Apr 20 
N. Br. Chicago R
Sigrid Pilgrim 847-328-0145
This is the IPC season Kickoff Canoe Trip. The 8.5 mile trip will begin on the North Branch, pass around Goose Island by way of the North Branch Canal (the east channel) and continue through the awesome, urban canyons of the downtown area on the South Branch. The take-out will be at the mouth of the South Fork of the South Branch, better known as "Bubbly Creek". A $5.00 fee will cover the cost of ACA insurance will be collected before the put-in (cash only please). Meet at Clark Park at 10:45, shuttle 11a.. Clark Pk is on the west side of Rockwell St. (2600 W) between Belmont (3200 N) and Addison Ave. (3600 N). The canoe launch is on the south end of the large playing field of the park. From the Kennedy Expressway. Exit at Addison Ave. and continue eastbound on Addison to Rockwell. Turn right (south) and go to the small parking lot at the south end of the playing field

Trip # 21 Sun Apr 22 
Mazon R. Advanced Beginner
Dave & Sherri Johnson 815-634-2811
This is one our regular 'play' trips on the Mazon. We are in no hurry to get down the river but the idea is to take turns playing in the current, eddies, etc...and enjoy the river. For those who have come in the past, we have to contend with different access since the bridge replacement, so we still need everyone to call us since the put-In is tight and we keep a small group.

Trip # 22 Apr 28
Nippersink Trip Leader's Training Trip 
Christina Taylor Peace4368@AOL.com  708-445-0871 
Joan Taylor TaylorJRS@AOL.com  630-495-1565
Bill Barclay wbarclay@chx.com  708-386-1371
Carole Snowdon 414-962-0879
Have you thought about leading or co-leading a trip but are not sure how? Maybe you just want to know more about the process? Or just want to come along to paddle and have fun? This trip is for you! Three of our veteran trip leaders have volunteered to share their secrets and take you through the steps of leading a successful trip. Please call/E-mail one of the leaders or me for more information and to let us know you're coming. Put-in Glacial Park. From intersection of Rt. 12 & 31 (North of Fox Lake) go west on Tyron Grove Road to Keystone Rd, left, south, to the Park on the left. Carshift 9A.

Trip #22a Sat Apr 28 
Fox River, IL Advanced Beginner
Jerry Kolar 847-336-1187
Larry Leathers 630-968-7472
This is a no shuttle trip in southwestern Lake County. About half is on the river and the rest on backwaters. Expect to see a large bird rookery and water birds. An occasional power boat may add some stress. Parking is limited so there is a boat limit.

Trip # 23 Sun Apr 29 
Upper Des Plaines Advanced Beginner
Jim Hart 262-857-2685
An hour N of Chicago but a world apart. This interstate expedition will be shared with the Rock Dodgers Canoe Club of Metro Milwaukee; a great group of jovial paddlers. The 9AM put in is on East frontage Road, next to I94 between highway C and Wisconsin Hwy 50, just N of the IL-WI line (A.K.A. The Cheddar Curtain). Bring your lunch and a smile. Shuttle at 9:30AM sharp.

Trip # 24 Sun Apr 29 
Du Page R Moving Water I Training
Dave & Sherri Johnson 815-634-2811
This is the second level instructional clinic in the PSC paddling instruction program. It builds on the basic strokes taught in the Intro to Paddling. We will cover topics relating to river current and boat control. This is an introduction to River Paddling class to be held on the DuPage River. As with all PSC clinics, it is first come-first serve, so register right away.

Trip # 25 May 5-6 
N WI or UP Whitewater Intermed/Advanced 
Bill Barclay 708-386-1371
Larry Rice 309-246-8351
We will either paddle northern WI or make our Fifth Annual UP Whitewater Trip (if the latter we will extent the dates). The choice will depend upon water levels and temperature. If in WI, the rivers will include Wolf (Section IV) and Peshtigo (Section III); if in the UP we will do some of the following: Montreal, Presque Isle, Black, or E. Branch Ontonagon. Join us for this trip on some truly northern rivers. Wet/dry suits, helmets required

Trip # 26 Sat Sun May 5-6 
Middle Fork Vermillion R Adv B Beg 
Larry & Evelyn Tennyson 630497-2516
Illinois 1st National Wild & Scenic River ! We hope you will join us for one day or two. We will meet each day at the river bridge in Kickapoo River State Park at 9:30 AM. From there we will proceed, all together, to the put-in. Take I57 S to I74 at Champaign-Urbana. E on I74 to exit marked Kickapoo St Pk and follow signs to the park. Get there early and reserve a campsite for the night. Tell the ranger your are with PSC. We will try to camp with all in one area. Allow 3hrs driving from Chicago. Make sure you have your canoe license on your boat.

Trip # 27 May 12 
Kishwaukee, S. Br Clean-Up Adv Beg
Joan Taylor taylorjrs@aol.com 630-495-1565
Jessie Crow
Join us for a pleasant paddle and a bit of clean up. Bring gloves, dump clothes and lunch.
Leaders appreciate a call ahead to let us know you are coming and so we can let you know of any changes in plans. We will car shift at 9:30. Take route 72 west from Chicago area to Genoa or consult your map and take 90 part of the way. Just west of Genoa, turns left into Russell Woods and proceed to the Nature Center parking lot. We will paddle to Kirkland.

Trip # 28a Sat May 12 
Des Plaines R WI Advanced Beginner
Jerry Kolar 847-336-1187
We will start in Wisconsin and finish in Illinois. This will be leisurely while we view flora and fauna on a mostly undisturbed section. The water level and put-in may limit the boat count. I will check a few days earlier.

Trip # 29 Sat-Sun May 12-13 
Sugar Creek IN Wine and Cheese 
Bob Kane paddler@cbcast.com 815-744-8129
Paul & Alice Clifford 815-886-2554
Come join us for two days on the scenic Sugar Creek which flows through rugged Turkey Run State Park. Bring a dish to pass around at the wine & cheese campfire dinner. Moms tell your spouse and children this is what you want to do on Mothers Day.


Trip # 30 Tues-Wed May 15-16
Sugar Crk IN Advanced Beginner
Joan Taylor taylorjrs@aol.com 630-495-1565
Jim Deck 309 467-2085
Here is an opportunity for a mid-week camping and canoeing on Sugar Creek, a delightful Indiana river. We will camp at Shades State Park and meet at the entrance to the park for a 10 a.m. car shift on Tuesday. We will paddle from Shades to Turkey Run one day and up river to Shades on the second day. Bring PFDs, dump clothes and lunch. We will have a shared dinner on Tuesday night at the campground. Please let one of the leaders know you are coming. From the intersection of US 41 and I 74 in Indiana, go south on US 41 to I 234. Take I 234 east to Shades State Park.

Trip # 31 May 15-30
Quetico Solo, tripping
Allen Close 708-748-2102
For hardy soloists. Route is via Cache Bay through the Falls Chain, Agnes R. to Agnes L., out Prairie Portage & back up Knife doing a big loop back to the Gunflint Trail. Limit about three or four other canoeists.

Trip # 32 Sat May 19 
Vermillion R Moving Water Training II
Steve Shapiro 847-797-6598
This workshop's purpose is to provide a good paddling foundation on moving water in line with the requirements of the American Canoe Association (ACA). The more you know, the more your will enjoy this sport. We will be paddling on the Vermillion River, which should provide a good working environment. This class is designed to follow the previous two classes (Intro to Paddling &Moving Water I, DuPage R.) You should have a working idea of basic strokes and ferries. This class will be taught regardless of the weather so come prepared. Enrollment is limited based on the number of available instructors and ACA guidelines. Call to register.

Trip # 33 Sat May 19 
Fox R Cleanup Beginner
John & Marilyn Ziegler 847-742-7316
Come out and help clean up the Fox River at Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve. Perfect cleanup opportunity for those members who always wanted to help, but didn't want to drive to Chicago. I-90 to Elgin. Exit Rt. 31 north to light. Turn right on Tollgate Rd. Go to the first light (Airport Rd.) and turn right. Follow this road to the river and the entrance to Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve. Turn left into park. Meet by the dock at 9:00. Please call leaders.

Trip # 34 Sat-Sun May 19-20 
Chain of Lakes, Albion IN Beginner+
Emersons 219-662-1296
Igyartos 847-587-7462
We will be paddling the S. Br. Elkart/Chain of Lakes. At the time of this writing we plan to do the river on Sat., the Lakes on Sun. Carshift at 8:30 sharp both days from the campground, Lunch for both days. Everyone is invited to join us for dinner Sat. evening in Topeka. Take IN toll way 80/90 E to IN13. Go S on 13 to US6. East on 6 to IN9. South on IN9 through the town of Albion until you see the sing for Chain of lakes St Pk. Go left to the pk and camping. 

Trip # 34a Sat May 19 
Milwaukee R WI Beginner
Jerry Kolar 847-336-1187
This will be a leisurely no shuttle trip that starts near Thiensville. We will paddle upstream exploring some backwaters, lunch and then back to a good takeout. The scenery is typical and the water level will be good.


Trip # 35 May 19-20 
Wolf/Peshtigo Whitewater 
Bill Barclay 708-386-1371
Larry Rice 309-246-8351
Wolf Section IV and Peshtigo Section III. Great whitewater with lots of action. Wet/dry suits, helmets required. Call leaders for details.

Trip # 37 Sun May 20
Nippersink Creek IL Advanced Beginner
Joan Taylor taylorjrs@aol.com 630-495-1565
Tom Prenzno 847-675-0639
Here's another opportunity to paddle a great stream close to home. We will paddle from Glacial Park to Spring Grove. Carshift at 9:30. Bring PFDs, dump clothes and lunch. Leaders appreciate a call ahead to let us know you are coming so we can let you know of any changes in plans. Take Rt. 12 north from Fox Lake to the intersection of Rt. 31, where Tyron Grove road also intersects. Continue west on Tyron Grove Road to Keystone Road, turn left go south to the Park on the left, about 1.5 miles. 

Trip #37a changed from May 15 Tues May 22 
Algonquin-Elgin
Harve & Marge Keil 847-526-8890
From Chicago take I90 W toward Elgin. Exit SR31 N. Go N on 31 toward Algonquin, (about 9 miles). Watch for buffalo Park sign on the rt at South St. Turn R. into park. If you reach SR62 you've gone too far. Carshift 9:30. Take out is a t voyagers Landing just N of I90. Lunch stop at Carpenterville Dam. Please call leader. Being a weekday, I'd like to know if anyone will attend.

Trip # 38 Sat May 26 
Bark R WI Beginner
John & Marilyn Ziegler 847-742-7316
Nice quiet river to paddle. Wildlife sightings possible. Downfalls to make things interesting. Take SR 31 north from McHenry to US12 north. Follow US12 in Wisconsin towards Elkhorn where SR 67 joins US 12. Follow SR 67 north through Dousman to SR 18. Turn left on SR 18 (west). Go a little more than a mile to the park on the left for the put in. Carshift at 9:30. Please call trip leader.

Trip #.39 May 26-28 
N. WI Rivers Beginning Whitewater
Bill Barclay 708-386-1371
Kim Parsons 414-764-2827
This trip is designed for paddlers learning the art of whitewater canoeing. We will paddle rivers in northern WI, with the choice of rivers dependent upon water levels and the groups' interest/experience. Likely candidates include the Pike (excluding Yellow Bridge Falls), Oconto, Wolf, Sections I and/or II, Peshtigo Section II, etc. There will be no rapids rated above Class II on this trip. This is a chance to build skills and confidence with support of other paddlers. Call the leaders for details regarding camping, meeting places, etc.

Trip # 40 May 26-28 
Wisconsin R River Camping
Ed Nelson elncanoer@yahoo.com 847-382-372
Call or e-mail (prefer e-mail) for information.

Trip # 41 Sat Jun 2 
Du Page R Clean-Up
Ray Ziemer rgziemer@worldnet.att.net 630-836-0086
Dawn Ziemer 
Join hundreds of volunteers all over Du Page County for the Conservation Foundation's annual clean-up. Our group plans to concentrate on the section of the river through Winfield and West Chicago. Bring lunch, work gloves, and your favorite pick-up tools to the put-in at Geneva Road, between Winfield Road and Route 59. Car-shift at 9:30 a.m. Call ahead or e-mail.

Advance Notice, Permits Required:
Trip # 45 June 9 - 10 
Pere Marquette MI Beginner
Barclay/Strobel 708-386-1371
Anita and Mike Budrys 847-735-0810
The Pere Marquette is one of the most beautiful rivers in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It is a fairly gentle river that winds between sandy and wooded banks with one short Class I rapids. Wildlife include deer, turkey, blue heron, beaver, etc. Directions: from Chicago take I-94/I-196 to Grand Rapids. Take MI 37 north 65 - 70 miles to North Avenue (1 mile north of Baldwin MI.) Turn right for 1 mile and then left at Putnam's. Sites will be reserved for PSC. (Alternate route: from Chicago take I-94/I-196 north to Holland; then take MI 31 north to MI 10, near Ludington. Go right (east) on MI 10 to MI 37 and then right (south) to North Avenue and left to Putnam's.) On Saturday the car shift from the campground will be at 9:30 AM (Chicago time). The Pere Marquette is part of the wild and scenic river program and paddlers are required to obtain permits. You must contact the leaders at least two weeks in advance to assure permit availability; there is a new $2/day permit charge.


Trip Report

Trip # 12 Feb 25 
Elkhorn Creek, KY 
We had a typical Kentucky day with glorious sunshine and 65 degrees. Ya'll don't have winters like that up in the tundra - that's what I tell all my Yankee (ED note: They've been south too long - Yankee is capitalized!) friends anyway. The Elkhorn has changed again this year and two of the rapids are easier now. The roots are gone from root-wad run and angioplasty has recently undergone another procedure. With a gauge reading of one foot, we did not scrape and there were ample play spots. With the high rock palisades reflecting the bright sunshine, we were treated to a very pretty paddle. Bubba Weider


Other News 

Group Appeals IEPA Decision on Vermilion Grove Mine On Wednesday, January 31st. Prairie Rivers Network appealed a water pollution permit granted to Black Beauty Coal Company by Illinois EPA. 
Robert Moore, Executive Director,
Prairie Rivers Network 
809 South 5th St Champaign, IL 
217-344-2371 
info@prairierivers.org
http://www.prairierivers.org

On behalf of Paddling In The Park, I want to express our sincere thank you to you and the PSC board and members for your ongoing support of our event. We greatly appreciate your contribution in the amount of $250 and will certainly put it to good use and list PSC as a sponsor of our event.
(Ed: I lost the signature line but think this was from Sig Pilgrim).

Whitewater at Amusement Park!?? StreamTeach will receive funding from the
MO Tourism Board to attract tourists, paddlers and volunteers for the regional team qualifier scheduled for April 7th at Six Flags Thunder River in St. Louis.
We are seeking volunteers to staff this event. Contact Mary Burrows mburrows@streamteach.org or 314-725-1907 Assignments: Timing, Scoring Judging, Hospitality, etc.

Where to send (e-mail preferred)

Trip Reports
Rick Fleming
23 N. Emerson St., 
Mt. Prospect IL 60056, 
847-253-9383, fax -5216, rfleming@netconsulting.com

Address Changes
Bob Kane
305 Westshore Drive
Shorewood IL 60431
815-744-8129
Paddler@cbcast.com

Sign-In Sheets
Vic Hurtowy
10408 M Todd Tr #GW
Glenview IL 60027
847-803-4575
vicccb@voyager.net


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