Event
DATE: 08/06/2022
ARRIVE TIME:
EVENT TIME: 9:30am-3:00pm (Strict start, estimated end. Participants must be ready to launch by the event start time indicated above!)
PLEASE EMAIL THE LEADER WITH YOUR CELL PHONE NUMBER TO ATTEND.
This paddle is to see the American Lotus which is usually blooming at this time. Please email the leader (Bob Strahorn, bstrahor@comcast.net) to attend with any equipment needs and include your cell number.
Also, please review the newest Covid-19 policy: WTC Pandemic Safety – Wilmington Trail Club.
There is no shuttle.
Location
Turner’s Creek Landing
39.357475, -75.982986
13798 Turner's Creek Rd
Kennedyville, MD 21645
General Information:
Recreational: Turner’s Creek is a relatively small body of water the exits onto the Sassafras River. On summer weekends the Sassafras River has heavy big boat traffic and numerous confused waves. We typically paddle the lotus fields and then enter the Sassafras River. You can reach the Harmon Plantation Lotus fields during the lotus blooming season. We try to paddle this around high tide.
Difficulty & Must Haves:
The Sassafras River is an open body of water and fairly wide at Turner’s Creek, Waves can grow quickly if the winds pick up and the weekend boat traffic generates confused seas. A 12’ or longer boat is necessary. Basic kayak training with some follow on experience is required. We normally paddle about 10 miles. Bring sunscreen, water, lunch, and all required paddle gear.
Nice to Have & Human Interest:
A skirt may be desired if the winds and waves pick up. During the lotus season, early August, this is an especially pretty paddle. Osprey, eagle, and heron are plentiful.
Additional Notes & Shuttle Info:
Closely adhere to the speed limit driving through the small towns.
