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Escanaba River
Gwinn, Michigan
2 days (30 miles)
The Escanaba River from Gwinn south to Boney Falls offers a Northwood’s paddling adventure that can be a day tip or overnight experience. Gwinn to Boney Falls is 30 miles. The river flows on the Precambrian shield, with rugged outcroppings of rock, sheer cliffs, towering hardwood forests, and pine plains. It can be a moderately swift flowing river especially early in the spring run-off and slows down as the summer progresses. Wildlife such as whitetail deer, eagles, sandhill cranes, beaver, foxes, ducks, and black bear abound is this area. There are 3 different access points as the river flows southbound. Iron Pine Road (5 hours), West Branch (7 hours), Sawmill Creek(9 hours) and then at least an additional 6 hours on to Boney Falls. We offer guided and non-guided with drop off and pick up trips in canoes or kayaks. Group sizes up to 20 individuals or more. Group rates for Scouts and Church groups. This is a great trip to get close to nature and experience the outdoors. All ages and all paddling skill levels.
Trip overview: Escanaba River |
Dates: |
Open |
Departure: |
Gwinn City Park, Gwinn, MI |
Price: |
Adults $299 |
Level: |
Novice - Advanced |
Distance: |
30 miles |
Duration: |
2 days |
Included: |
All inclusive of , wilderness camping gear, train fare, canoes, paddling equipment |
Not Included: |
Personal gear, lunch 1st day |
Note: |
Some paddling experience. Familiar with swift current. |
EQUIPMENT YOU SUPPLY FOR WILDERNESS CAMPING TRIPS
Clothing: It may appear from the following list that you will be preparing for an arctic adventure! However, these clothes should keep you comfortable under poor weather conditions: warm jacket (i.e., for fall conditions) or windbreaker with pile/fleece (e.g. Polartec) liner or wool sweater, long-sleeved shirt, t-shirt, warm wool or synthetic socks, one pair of pants, shorts, swim suit, undergarments, small towel.
Paddling gear: Cap, sun glasses, paddling jacket (synthetic windbreaker or rain-suit, preferably with elasticized cuffs), short pants of synthetic material, neoprene booties or water sandals (e.g. Tevas) or running shoes, synthetic long underwear (top and bottom), plastic water bottle, head strap for glasses. A "Farmer John/Jane" wet suit will be supplied by Paddling Michigan; however, to guarantee a good fit, a wet-suit can be purchased at many outdoor stores.
Optional:
Hand-held sighting compass.
Note:
Paddling clothes should be synthetic, or with minimal cotton.
Personal Gear:
Sunscreen, chap stick, bug dope, toilet paper, matches or lighter, soap, etc. On day trips, we will have enough "river" bags to accommodate most clothing, but bring ziploc bags for snacks and small articles. Sleeping Bag |
EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES SUPPLIED BY Paddling Michigan
Canoes and Accessories: Canoes, paddles, PFD’s, Tow lines, Dry Bags
Wet suits are provided. Please indicate your lifejacket size and wet suit size when you send deposit or trip balance.
Camping Equipment: One tent for each couple or individual, thermarest, camp grill, coffee pot, water purifier, 19 ft. shelter tarp, camp saw, cook stoves, fuel, camp cookery, dishes, two large dry bags for your sleeping bag and bulky clothing, and smaller dry bags as required.
Safety Equipment: First aid kit, marine radio, compass, tow line. |
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