Summer isn’t over yet! There are plenty of exciting canoe adventures left including a newly posted paddle at 11 Mile Reservoir.
11 Mile Reservoir ‘Backcountry’ Camping, Touring, and Hiking
September 17- 19
This trip will allow participants to stay one or two nights at 11 Mile Reservoir located in the South Park area, west of Colorado Springs. It is fed by the South Platte River and sits at about 8400′ elevation. In addition to paddling around the scenic Southwest end, participants can chose to further explore the reservoir, do some hiking, fishing and other activities. Read all about it at
https://rockymountaincanoeclub.net/event/11-mile-reservoir-backcountry-camping-touring-hiking/
Don’t forget the other happenings going on in August & September!
Colorado River: Glenwood Canyon
August 20-21
Two day trips are being offered. The First day is a class 1+ Dotsero to Hanging lake exit. We will find a way to leave a car or bicycle Friday night. The second day is to be determined, depending on water levels and interest. Possibilities include upstream from Dotsero, Eagle river, or downstream, or a first day repeat. Camping also TBD. Dotsero to hanging lake can be a day trip from Denver. Contact Janet Mallory at 720-236-6308 or janetrpm@gmail.com to register or for further information.
https://rockymountaincanoeclub.net/event/colorado-river-glenwood-canyon-2/
Gunnison River from Escalante Bridge to Whitewater
September 3-5
This stretch of the Gunnison River is mostly easy, moving water, but it has 3 Class II rapids, so bring your helmets. We usually do a layover camp at the mouth of Dominguez Canyon, but the lower water levels in late summer may adjust our camping locations. In any case, we will hike up the scenic red-walled Dominguez Canyon to see the wonderful 40′ waterfall and carved igneous rocks, and perhaps go further. You will likely see colorful lizards, and occasionally there are bighorn sheep up on the cliffs. For further information or to register for this trip contact Karen Amundson at canoekarena@msn.com. For further information go to
https://rockymountaincanoeclub.net/event/gunnison-river-escalante-bridge-whitewater-co/
Quetico Provincial Park
September 6-13
Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park is a canoeist’s dream, mile after mile of gorgeous lake country filled with birds, fish and wildlife. It is the heartland of the Voyageurs of old, a definite bucket list trip. Participants will be paddling a fairly leisurely 90 miles from the Northwest corner of the park to the Northeast through lakes with names like Beaverhouse, Quetico and Kasakokwag. The itinerary includes two down days to swim, fish and explore. For more information go to: https://rockymountaincanoeclub.net/event/quetico-provincial-park/ or contact Ken Wenker by email wenker@comcast.net or by phone at 719-310-5232.
Colorado River: Ruby/Horsethief Canyons
September 24-25
Join RMCC as we canoe the class I+ Colorado River from Loma, Colorado to the Westwater boat ramp through beautiful red rock canyons of Ruby and Horsethief. Our late September date should offer gorgeous fall color on the canyon bottom. Contact Bill Ashworth to sign up or with questions at washwort@gmail.com. 720-352-6456. Go to
https://rockymountaincanoeclub.net/event/rmcc-2015-ruby-horsethief-colorado-river-trip-2/ for further information.