Black Canyon Canoeing

Overview
This is a 3 day 2 night canoe trip down the Blank Canyon river.
This amazing kayaking experience in Black Canyon. The lower Colorado River is moving flatwater with no rapids - just beautiful green waters. It is perfect for beginner and seasoned paddlers alike

Trip Plan
we have to make plans through an outfitter due to park regulation and river access. We are working with www.kayaklasvegas.com/

Trip Dates 
Thursday, Feb 21 2019 to Sunday Feb 24 2019

Pre-meetings
Meet at Mr Marohns house for a review of travel, equipment, river requirements and meal planning.

Travel:
we will be traveling separately and meeting at the designated gathering location

Meeting Place & Time:
Feb 22 at 8am, Hoover Dam Lodge - paddlecraft area

Return Place & Time
We will end the trip at Willow Beach. at 1pm the shuttle will pickup rental gear and bring anyone that needs to get back and pickup their vehicle.

Point of Contact 
Mr. Marohn 520-444-2750 jonathan@food-wine.com

Prerequisite: 
each scout must be current on their swim qualifications. At least 1 leader must be Safety Afloat trained.

What to Bring

• ID for security checkpoint for all guests 18 and older (Very important - You will NOT be allowed to launch without ID)
• Wag bags or human waste disposal system (please see below for regulation information)
• Dry bag (Rentals $5, reserve in advance)
• Extra rope for tying boats
• Quick dry clothing
• River sandals or water shoes - NO flip flops
• Swimsuit (wear under clothes)
• Towel (optional)
• Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm
• Wristwatch to tell time (not a cell phone)
• Food and water (1 gal/person/day)
• Kitchen & Cooking Equipment
• Stove/Grill/Matches (see NPS website for fire restrictions)
• Tents/Sleeping Bag/Pad
• Toilet Supplies 
• Personal Hygiene Kit
• Garbage Bags
• Firewood (check restrictions)
• Camera with batteries
• Cash for souvenirs or tips (no ATM available)

In Winter Months:

• Base Layer top & bottom (Polypro, wool, or synthetic - not cotton!)
• Insulating Layer Fleece (for warmth - not cotton!)
• Outer Layer Jacket to block rain/wind
• Jacket to block rain or wind
• Beanie/hat for cool evenings
• Gloves
• Wool Socks
• Scout Book

Meals
Due to limited storage we will be doing a family meals were the scouts will assist in prep, cooking and clean up.