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Event name: Okefenokee NWR
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When: March 5 - 7, 2010
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Coordinator: John Woodward
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Description
A weekend of paddling and fellowship in the western end of the Okefenokee Swamp. Lodging options include camping and cabins at the Stephen C. Foster State Park. Paddling day trips will originate and return to the ramp next to the park office.
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Where:
Stephen C. Foster State Park
Western entrance to the Okefenokee NWR
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Stephen C. Foster State Park
17515 Hwy. 177
Fargo , GA 31631
Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park (912) 637-5274
Located 18 miles northeast of Fargo at the end of Ga. Hwy. 177. Note that GPS directions are often not accurate; consult a highway map or the Google Map link above.
Good Things to Know
The park is located 50 miles from a major grocery store. Visitors should bring all supplies with them and have plenty of gasoline in their vehicle. The park office sells drinks, snacks, ice, books, gifts and t-shirts.
Cell phone service may be unreliable.
Be aware that the park gate closes at 10:00 PM and will not be opened until morning. It is about a 5 mile walk from the gate to the cabin area so don't get caught out after 10 or plan on getting there late!
There is a $5.00 fee per car for access to the park. There are no launching fees for use of the ramp.
Sunrise: ~ 7:00 AM Sunset: ~ 6:30 PM
Schedule (updated 1/27/10):
Thursday
Early arrivals will be on their own for dinner but if you plan on arriving Thursday and would like to get together Thursday night please contact John W, 706-580-8725, late Thursday afternoon (will be in swamp Tuesday through Thusday).
You are welcome to explore the trails and get in an afternoon paddle if you would like to reconnoiter a bit.
Friday
Breakfast on your own.
Safety/trip meeting at 8:00 AM at the park's boat ramp area with a group launch at 8:15 AM.
The paddling route(s) will be decided Thursday night with options for shorter and longer paddles. Those not wishing to join the group will be on their own.
Lunch will be planned for early afternoon, hopefully in a place where we will be able to get out and stretch our legs a little.
Dinner will be an "Open Grill" held at one of the Picnic Shelters beginning at 7:00 PM. We will have a grill fired up and anyone wanting to grill something please bring it. Side dishes will be up to the individual but bring a little extra so you can share! Of course alcohol is prohibited in the park so if you bring anything to imbibe, please make sure it is not obvious! BYOB
Saturday
Breakfast and lunch are on your own.
Safety/trip meeting at 8:15 AM at the park's boat ramp area with group launch at 9:00 AM.
The paddling route(s) will be decided Friday night with options for shorter and longer paddles. There will also be a dawn launch option at 7:00 am lead by John W. for those wishing to see the sunrise in the swamp. Those not wishing to join the group will be on their own.
Lunch will be planned for early afternoon, hopefully in a place where we will be able to get out and stretch our legs a little.
Dinner will be an "Open Grill" again held at one of the Picnic Shelters beginning at 7:00 PM. We will have a grill fired up and anyone wanting to grill something please bring it. Side dishes will be up to the individual but bring a little extra so you can share! Of course alcohol is prohibited in the park so if you bring anything to imbibe, please make sure it is not obvious! BYOB
Sunday
Open for whatever you want to do. No group activities planned by the club.
If there are any questions, please post here so we can deal with them before we get there!
Links
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Okefenokee NWR Okefenokee Pastimes
Stephen C. Foster State Park CanoeCanoe Outfitters
Photos - Okefenokee (2007-03-14) Photos - Okefenokee (2009-03-06)
Important Note
This trip, while being coordinated by members of the Chattahoochee Paddling Club, is a purely volunteer operation and should not be considered a "guided" tour. Participation is open to anyone that agrees to follow the guidance of the trip coordinator(s). Each paddler and/or participant is solely responsible for his/her individual safety, well being and happiness. Be aware that paddling can be a very dangerous activity that could result in discomfort, severe injury or even death. The coordinator(s) of this trip and the Chattahoochee Paddling Club accept neither liability nor responsibility for the safety of any participant. The information provided here and in relation to the trip is provided with no guarantee of accuracy or appropriateness.
Registration:
Open to members of the Chattahoochee Paddling Club, the Georgia Sea Kayakers and their guests. Select here to register for this event.