A 20 km paddle with plenty of fast water, making for a fun ride on the best paddling river in southern Ontario. (experienced paddlers only) This is a relatively remote section of the Saugeen with great views and lots of birds and wildlife.

Plan to leave Collingwood at 9am to meet at 10.40am at access point 7 on concession 10 Brant (See attachments). Thorncrest outfitters shuttle van and trailer will arrive with any needed rental craft and will load our craft and shuttle us to access point 5 in Walkerton.

Bring lunch, a snack, water, hat, sunscreen and bug spray.

We will launch at about 11.15 and stop for lunch at arround 12.45pm. Expect to make an additional rest stop mid afternoon and to arrive at our cars at about 4pm.

Cost of shuttle is $56.50/craft, tax included. No change for riders.

Cost for equipped canoe rental is 67.80, tax included.

Cost for equipped kayak rental is $62.15, tax included

Please confirm your attendance no later than 9am Monday June 23. (Thorncrest Outfitters requires minimum 72 hours notice with payment) Jim Higgins will make the advance payment. Feel free to pay Jim at shuttle pick up via cheque or cash.

Paddle Leader: Jim Higgins

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