2020 64 access to 801 Historic Members-Only Paddle (12 minute shuttle, 9.3 mile float)

Saturday, July 25, 2020
10:00 AM 2:00 PM 10:00 14:00

Hwy 64 Yadkin River Access Lexington, NC (map)

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Join Yadkin Riverkeeper for our member-only Historic Paddles that explore the history of the Yadkin River. Our sponsors include: Cube Yadkin Generation, LLC, Ilderton Dodge, Bunce Buildings, Piedmont Triad Regional Council Bob Pate Memorial Fund for the Yadkin River, Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery, Foothills Brewing, and Old Nick Williams Co.

Launching from the newly improved access area on Highway 64, we will paddle past the Cooleemee Plantation and other historic sites to the 801/Concord Church access area. Along the way we will discuss the colonial period history as well as the historic African-American communities that grew up along the riverbanks after the end of slavery. Lunch will be provided and eaten on the River.

For participants in our members-only paddles, boats will be provided free of charge.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Registration closes on Wednesday, July 22, 2020.

YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF YADKIN RIVERKEEPER TO SIGN UP. IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS NOT CURRENT, THE PRICE OF YOUR TICKET WILL INCLUDE A MEMBERSHIP TO YADKIN RIVERKEEPER.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions on outdoor gatherings, PADDLE IS LIMITED TO 15 PADDLERS. We will also be requiring masks on land, practicing social distancing on both land and water, and providing hand sanitizer.

A shuttle will be provided for this paddle. Groups are encouraged to self-shuttle to aid with social distancing.

IMPORTANT FOR REGISTERED PADDLERS:

REGISTRATION OPENS AT 10AM.

PADDLE BEGINS AT 11PM.

Lunch will be provided and eaten on the River.

Note: Personal Flotation Devices (PFD's) are REQUIRED for all paddlers. PFD's are included in your kayak or canoe rental, or if you use a YRK boat; however, if you are supplying your own boat, please bring a PFD. All paddlers are required to sign a waiver; if you have a minor child, the waiver must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Disclaimer: All Yadkin Riverkeeper Paddle Trips are subject to change. Times and availability are flexible due to weather, flood gauges, and other circumstances beyond our control. Please allow extra time based on river conditions. All ending times are estimates. Yadkin Riverkeeper Paddles are alcohol-free. Please keep in mind that paddle trips average 3 miles per hour once on the water.

Questions: Contact Katie Wilder, 336-722-4949, info@yadkinriverkeeper.org.