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May 9 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the N. Branch Rancocas Creek (Burlington Co). 9am. Enjoy a 14-mile spring paddle on the N. Branch Rancocas Water Trail from BCCC to Mount Holly. Learn about the “pony truss bridge”! Meet at the Vincentown Diner – arrive early for breakfast. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

May 11 (Sat): Hike the Columbia Trail – The Search for Gnome Homes (Hunterdon Co). 10am. 6 miles, easy pace. New Jersey Monthly magazine has called Ken Lockwood Gorge one of the “Ten Most Beautiful Places in New Jersey.” A visit in May is a must! With its steep slopes, huge boulders, impressive rapids and northern hemlocks, Ken Lockwood has long been a famous and much-loved site to birders and outdoor enthusiasts. Bring lunch, snacks and beverage. Meet at the Commons Park, 79 Main St., High Bridge, NJ. Rain cancels. Leaders: George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

May 12 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Tidal Raritan River (Middlesex Co). 9am. Our trip is about 16 miles from New Brunswick to Perth Amboy. This trip is for experienced paddlers; expect power boat traffic and boat wakes. Kayaks must be 12ft. or over; bring spray skirts. Bring lunch, snacks and water. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

May 16 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Oswego River with Fortunato (Burlington Co). 10am. This is Fort’s favorite Pines stream – join us for a lovely spring trip. Meet at Lake Oswego, Lake Oswego RD. Boats can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

May 18 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak Cedar Creek (Ocean Co). 9am. Double Trouble State Park was established in 1964 to help protect the Cedar Creek watershed and now features over 8,000 acres of Pine Barrens habitats. Our trip is 7 miles from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Meet at Double Trouble Park Headquarters. Boats can be rented from Cedar Creek Campgrounds www.cedarcreeknj.com/ or 732-269-1413. Contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting time. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

May 25 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak with your Pooch on the Wading River (Burlington Co). 9am. Fortunato invites his” cousins” and dog lovers as we paddle 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

May 27 (Mon): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Mercer/Hunterdon Cos). 10am. We’ll paddle 15 miles from Kingwood Access to Lambertville. Lunch break at the Famous River Hot Dog Man’s Restaurant; bring or buy lunch. Paddling helmets required for all paddlers; spray skirts recommended for kayakers. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

June 1 (Sat): SOURLAND MOUNTAIN PRESERVE HIKE (Somerset Co). 9:30 AM. 5 miles moderate pace. Hike in the shade on Ridge Trail – rocky terrain in some areas. Meet in the parking area off of East Mountain Road. Bring lunch/snack and water. There are no restrooms and rain cancels the trip. Leaders: Paul Foged, hikerpaul@verizon.net – Cell: 732-996-1406 and Beth Compagnucci, 609-533-1335, bethcompagnucci@gmail.com. (W)

June 2 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Great Egg Harbor River (Atlantic Co). 9am. Enjoy a 10-mile paddle on the “egg” from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Met at the Harley Dawn Diner – arrive early for breakfast. Rentals are available from Palace Restaurant and Outfitters 609-625-8552 or www.thepalaceoutfitters.com Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

June 4 (Tues): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River Watershed (Mercer/Burlington Cos). 9am. This is an 18-mile paddle beginning at Firemen's Eddy for experienced distance paddlers. We paddle past Trenton through the Trenton Falls into tidal waters on our way to Bordentown City. Helmets required for all paddlers; spray skirts recommended for kayakers. Kayaks must be 12ft or over. Rentals are not available. Participants must be current Sierra Club members. Contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting location. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

June 6 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Oswego River (Burlington Co). 10am. We’ll see carnivorous pitcher plants and bladderworts during our 8-mile trip from Lake Oswego to Harrisville Lake. Meet at Lake Oswego, Lake Oswego RD. Bring lunch and water. Boats can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jun 9 (Sun): Canoeing/Kayaking Skills Refresher on Lake Oswego (Burlington Co). 9am. New and beginning paddlers are welcome. Knowledgeable paddlers from the Sierra Club will share information about equipment, safety practices, self-rescue, paddling techniques and efficiencies. We’ll practice on the lake during the day. Boats can be rented from Mick’s Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Bring lunch, snacks and water. Contact leaders to confirm your participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

June 14 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon/Mercer Cos). 9:30am. Celebrate Flag Day! This is a 15-mile paddle from Frenchtown to Lambertville. Helmets required for all paddlers; spray skirts recommended for kayakers. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

June 16 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak Cedar Creek on Father’s Day (Ocean Co). 9am. Sarah Summerville, director of the Unexpected Wildlife Refuge, will join us on this trip and teach us about NJ’s beloved beavers as we paddle 7 miles from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Meet at Double Trouble Park Headquarters. Boats can be rented from Cedar Creek Campgrounds www.cedarcreeknj.com/ or 732-269-1413. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jun 21 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak the Mullica River on the Summer Solstice (Burlington Co). 9am. June is a beautiful time of year on the Mullica to enjoy the aquatic flowering plants of the NJ Pinelands. This is a 12-mile trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Rentals are not available. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

June 23 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon Co): 10am. We’re paddling 8 miles from Frenchtown to Bulls Island; lunch break at the Famous River Hot Dog Man’s Restaurant; bring or buy lunch. Helmets required for all paddlers; spray skirts recommended for kayakers. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 2 (Tues): Canoe/Kayak Cedar Creek (Ocean Co). 9am. Enjoy a long summer paddle in the cool amber waters of Cedar Creek from Dover Forge to Dudley Park. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip participation and meeting location. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 4 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Mullica River (Burlington Co): 9am. Summer is a beautiful time of year on the Mullica. This is an all day trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 5 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak with your Pooch on the Wading River (Burlington Co). 9am. Fortunato invites his” cousins” and dog lovers as we paddle 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 7 (Sun): Intermediate Kayaking Skills Refresher on Lake Oswego (Burlington Co.). 9am. This class is for paddlers with kayaking experience who are interested in a review and in-water practice of advanced paddling strokes, maneuvering, bracing, capsize-recovery, and assisted re-entry and self-rescues. Full spray skirts are required. Participants must be current Sierra Club members. Contact leaders to confirm participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 11 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon Co): 10am. Our trip is 8 miles from Kingwood to Bulls Island. Paddling helmets required for all participants; spray skirts required for kayakers. On this trip we’ll practice eddy turns, ferrying, surfing and throw-bag rescues. Rentals are not available. Bring lunch and water. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 12 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak the N. Branch Rancocas Creek (Burlington Co). 9am. The NJ Sierra Club appreciates the work of the Burlington County Parks Department for maintaining the 14-mile Canoe Trail from BCCC to Mount Holly. Meet at the Vincentown Diner; arrive early for breakfast. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 14 (Sun): Bastille Day - Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon Co): 10am. “Let Them Eat Cake” at Frenchtown’s 15^th Bastille Day Fete! We’re paddling 8 miles from Frenchtown to Bulls Island; lunch break at the Hot Dog Man’s River “Restaurant”; bring or buy lunch. Paddling helmets required for all participants. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting location. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 18 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River Watershed/Crosswicks Creek (Burlington Co). 9:30am. We’ll meet at the confluence of the Delaware River and Crosswicks Creek – Bordentown Beach. During the 8-mile tidal trip we’ll explore the Abbott Marshlands and learn about Joseph Bonaparte’s residence in Bordentown at Point Breeze. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 20 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak the Tidal Maurice River (Atlantic Co). 9:30am. The Maurice is a nationally recognized Wild and Scenic River and its environment supports a great variety of plant and animal life, including Ospreys and Bald Eagles. We’ll paddle 10 miles on the tidal Maurice River. Rentals are not available. Participants must be current Sierra Club members. Contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting location. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 25 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Great Egg Harbor River (Atlantic Co). 8:30. The Great Egg is the largest canoeing river in the Pinelands and nearly all of this 129-mile river system rests within the Pinelands National Reserve. We’re paddling 17 miles from Penny Pot to Lake Lenape. Meet at the Harley Dawn Diner, Black Horse Pike. Rentals are not available. Lunch break will be at Palace Restaurant along the river. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Jul 28 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon Co): 9am. We’re paddling about 10 miles from Riegelsville to Kingwood Access. Bring lunch and water. Paddling helmets required for all participants. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting location. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 3 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River Water Gap (Sussex Co.) 10am. The Delaware River is the longest undammed river in the East. Learn about “fracking’ and what you can do as a Sierra Club Activist to protect the Watershed. Paddling helmets required for all paddlers; spray skirts recommended for kayakers. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders for further information. Leona & George F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 4 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River Water Gap (Warren Co.) 10am. Learn what you can do with the Sierra Club to protect the natural resources within this Wild and Scenic area. We’ll paddle 10 miles from Dingmans Ferry to the Bushkill Falls Access. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation Leona & George F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 8 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak Cedar Creek (Ocean Co). 9am. Enjoy a 7-mile paddle in the cool amber waters of Cedar Creek from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Meet at Double Trouble Park Headquarters. Rentals are available from Triple “T” Canoes 732-349-9510 www.tttcanoes.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 10 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak the Oswego River (Burlington Co). 8:30am. Rise and Shine – join us for an early trip! We’ll paddle 8 miles from Lake Oswego to Harrisville Lake. Meet at Lake Oswego, Lake Oswego RD. Boats can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Canoe/Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 11 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon Co): 9am. We’re paddling 15 miles from Kingwood Access to Lambertville; lunch break at the Hot Dog Man’s River “Restaurant”; bring or buy lunch. Paddling helmets required for all participants. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting location. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 15 (Thurs): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River from Bordentown to Bristol (Burlington/Bucks Cos). 9:30am. This is a 10-mile tidal trip – from one historic city to another! Bristol is the oldest town in Bucks County and the 3^rd largest in PA. Experienced paddlers only; expect power boat traffic and boat wakes. Kayaks must be 12 ft or over; spray skirts recommended. Bring lunch and water. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 17 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River Watershed/Crosswicks Creek (Burlington Co). 10am. We’ll meet at the confluence of the Delaware River and Crosswicks Creek – Bordentown Beach. This is an 8-mile tidal trip to Roebling Park and back. Bring lunch and water. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 23 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak the Mullica River (Burlington Co): 9am. Summer is a beautiful time of year on the Mullica. This is an all day trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 27 (Tues): Canoe/Kayak the Wading River (Burlington Co). 9am. Our trip will begin at the town of Speedwell - the former site of an iron furnace. This is a 13 mile trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Aug 30 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak the Rancocas Creek (Burlington Co). 9:00am. The section we paddle will depend on weather and river conditions. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 1 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware Water Gap (Warren Co). 10am. We’ll paddle 10 miles from Smithfield Beach through the spectacular Water Gap on our way to Portland, PA. Bring lunch and water. Boats can be rented from Chamberlain Canoes http://www.chamberlaincanoes.com/ Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 8 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River (Hunterdon Co): 10am. The trip is 8 miles from Kingwood Access to Bulls Island. Paddling helmets required for all participants. Bring lunch and beverage. Rentals are not available. Trip is open to current Sierra Club members only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 8 – 13 or Sept 15 – 20 (Sun – Fri): September in Western Maine! Location: Bald Mountain Camps, Oquossoc, Me. This is an historic sporting camp located on pristine Mooselookmeguntic Lake. Many activity options, excellent food and a comfortable warm environment provide relaxation and fun. Internet access available. Outing includes: hiking the AT, guided kayaking or canoeing pristine lakes and rivers with our host and Registered Maine Guide, Steve Philbrick. Log cabins with fireplace, wood, bath, linens, porch, breakfasts and dinners in the lodge dining room, sack lunches for the trail. $1273 per person. For more information contact leader: Judy Norcross (609) 288-6737 jsnorcross@aol.com (W)

Sept 14 (Sat): Canoe/Kayak Cedar Creek (Ocean Co). 9am. It’s George’s b’day paddle!! We’ll eat cake and paddle 7 miles from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Cedar Creek is one of the prettiest Pines streams. Meet at Double Trouble Park Headquarters. Rentals are available from Triple “T” Canoes 732-349-9510 www.tttcanoes.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 15 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the N. Branch Rancocas Creek (Burlington Co). 9am. We’ll paddle the 14-mile N. Branch Rancocas Creek Canoe Trail from BCCC to Mt. Holly. It’s “Arts in the Park Day” at Smithville – during our lunch break we’ll enjoy entertainment on three stages featuring music, dance, theater and storytelling. Meet at the Vincentown Diner – arrive early for breakfast. Contact leaders to confirm trip. Rentals are not available. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 21 (Sat): New Jersey Sierra Club International Coastal Clean Up (Ocean Co). 10am – 12pm. Please hold the date for a NJ beach clean up to help keep our oceans clean! Last year the New Jersey Sierra Club joined thousands of citizens around the world for International Coastal Clean Up Day and we are doing it again this year. Contact Nicole for beach location and cleanup information nicole.dallara@sierraclub.org

Sept 22 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak with your Pooch on the Wading River (Burlington Co). 9am.Today is the Autumnal Equinox! Fortunato invites his” cousins” and dog lovers for a 10 mile trip from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 27 (Fri): Canoe/Kayak the Oswego River (Burlington Co). 10am. We’ll paddle the “Jewel of the Pinelands” from Lake Oswego to Harrisville Lake. Meet at Lake Oswego. Boats can be rented from Mick’s Pine Barrens Canoe/Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Sept 29 (Sun): Canoe/Kayak the Delaware River Watershed/Crosswicks Creek (Burlington Co). 9:30am. We’ll meet at the confluence of the Delaware River and Crosswicks Creek – Bordentown Beach. This is a shuttle less 14-mile trip with the tide to Groveville and back. Kayaks must be 12 ft or over. Bring lunch and beverage. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Special Outing!!! Reserve your space with a choice of two dates!