Tags: canoeing

We'll start about 8 am and paddle down the Mullica River. Mom or Dad come free with a son or daughter. Night life includes campfire, music, stories, and a hike in the dark at Mullica River Campsite (primitive)

***Special 2 for 1 Father's Day deal! Free registration for any child accompanied by a parent (all ages!)

Pre-registration required.

$45/person + (approx.) $80 per canoe payable to canoe livery.

Registration available online.

Meet at 10am at Garden Road, south side. Pack lunch and hydration; also bug and sun protection. Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Celebrate Pinelands Month! This is a great month to enjoy the Rancocas and fall scenery as we paddle 10 miles to Mount Holly from Pemberton. Meet at Clarks Canoe at 201 Hanover Street in Pemberton. Leader is an "early riser", so contact him between 4am and 7pm if you have any questions. Participants MUST be ready to shuttle at 9am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear.

Celebrate Pinelands Month! We'll stop to pick cranberries at old bogs as we canoe and kayak on one of the prettiest Pines streams. Please contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting logistics.

We'll paddle the "Jewel of the Pinelands", floating through the extensive white cedar and pitch pine forests that border the Oswego River. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Honoring former Plumsted Township Committeeman and environmental steward Kenneth H. Francis. Ken spent much of his free time educating the community about the importance of Crosswicks Creek as well as advocating for a system of land and water trails along the creek in New Egypt and beyond. He also ran a successful kayak and canoe rental business in New Egypt for many years. Please join us to help celebrate Ken's life and to enjoy the natural beauty of the
Crosswicks Creek!

2 - 5 Mile Kayak/Canoe Tour or 9 Mile Kayak/Canoe Race
Start: Oakford Lake, New Egypt, NJ

Both events take place on the historic Crosswicks Creek.

• The TOUR is an easy paddle upstream from Oakford Lake and back on a wide area of the creek and will not require portage.

• The RACE is a challenging downstream course beginning at the Oakford Lake dam and ending at Provinceline Road (some portage may be required).

• Life vests are required for either event.

• Custom awards to the first 3 male & female kayakers and canoeists.

RACE - $25 thru October 10th, $35 thereafter and $40 on race day.
TOUR - $15 thru October 10th, $25 thereafter and $30 on race day.

The Rancocas is the largest watershed in south central New Jersey. Thanks to the Burlington County Parks System - paddlers are invited to experience this beautiful 14-mile waterway from BCCC to Mount Holly. Rentals are not available. Meet at the Vincentown Diner - arrive early for breakfast. Contact leaders for trip participation and logistics. It's Election Day-make sure yuou vote!

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Join us for our annual solstice celebration as the sun begins anew its journey to longer days. We'll paddle 6 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Evans Bridge. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Meet at 10am at Lake Oswego and paddle one of the most beautiful Pineland rivers. Tailgate picnic after the paddle - bring something to share! Please contact leaders to confirm trip and your participation.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

9am. Enjoy a 10-mile summer paddle on the "egg" from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace; option for additional 7 miles to Lake Lenape. Rentals are available from Palace Restaurant and Outfitters 609-625-8552 or www.palaceoutfitters.com Meet at Palace Restaurant, 6924 Black Horse Pike. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Spend a few hours on a beautiful, twisty and partially shaded river. Meet at Micks Pine Barrens Canoes, Rt. 563, Chatsworth. Call 1-800-732-0793 to reserve a boat. Rain cancels. Bring lunch and water. Proper foot wear required no flip-flops. Reservations with leader are appreciated but not required. If you discover at the last minute that you can join us, come on down! Well behaved dogs are welcome on this trip. Call or email Becky S. if you have questions. quasar@snip.net or 856-218-7725.

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COMMENTS ABOUT THE CHANGE To keep the group together, all boats will be shuttled by the outfitter. Mick's is offering a discounted rate for this trip. Call Becky for details.

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Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

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Join us for a 7-mile paddle on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Meet at Lake Oswego. Experienced winter pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

Welcome spring with a paddle on Burlington County's 10-mile canoe trail. Rentals are not available. Meet 8:15 for breakfast at the Vincentown Diner, Rte 206 and Rte 38. Contact leaders to confirm trip, logistics and meeting time.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

Apr 4 (Sun): We'll look for the "Easter Bunny" as we paddle 10 miles from Pemberton to Mt. Holly. Wear your "bunny ears"! Meet at the Vincentown Diner, Rts 206/38 - arrive early for breakfast!! Rentals are not available. Please contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

A day-long naturalist tour of one of the beautiful and historic Pinelands rivers. A great introduction to the history and ecology of the Pine Barrens. $15 pre-registration, plus $40 per canoe payable to the canoe livery. Meets at Adams Canoe Livery.

Honoring former Plumsted Township Committeeman and environmental steward Kenneth H. Francis.

Please join us to help celebrate Ken's life and to enjoy the natural beauty of the Crosswicks Creek.

9 Mile Kayak/Canoe Race or 2 - 5 Mile Kayak/Canoe Tour

Start: Oakford Lake, New Egypt, NJ

Time: 9:00 AM (Rain or Shine)

Experienced and non-competitive paddlers are urged to participate in this 2nd annual event. The race course covers a 9.1 mile Class-I section of the Crosswicks Creek. Varied widths, depths, twists and turns make this a challenging event. Touring paddlers will choose their own distance and pace. Life vests required for both events.

All proceeds, after expenses, will benefit The Crosswicks-Doctors Creek Watershed Association (a 501(c)3 organization) and the Kenneth H. Francis Environmental Scholarship Fund.

Registration online.

Viva the Fifth of May! Our annual paddle is 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Sombreros are optional! Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

Cedar is one of the loveliest Pines streams, especially in the spring. The trip is 10 miles from Dover Forge to Dudley Park. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

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Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

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The Oswegois a favorite destination for paddlers as it winds through diverse and varied Pinelands forests and savannas. Meet at Lake Oswego, Lake Oswego RD. Boats can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

New and beginning paddlers are welcome. Knowledgeable paddlers will share information about boats, equipment, safety practices, self-rescue, paddling techniques and efficiencies. Then we'll practice on the lake. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Please contact leaders to confirm your participation.

Sponsored by by the NJ Sierra Club.

A day-long naturalist tour of one of the beautiful and historic Pinelands rivers. A great introduction to the history and ecology of the Pine Barrens. $15 pre-registration, plus $40 per canoe payable to the canoe livery. Meets at Adams Canoe Livery.

We'll start about 8 am and paddle down the Mullica River. Night life includes campfire, music, stories, and a hike in the dark at Mullica River Campsite (primitive) $45 registration + (approx.) $80 per canoe payable to the canoe livery.

Captain Mike's Marina, Great Bay Blvd. Little Egg Harbor. Paddle in the beautiful Great Bay Wildlife Management Area. Bring refreshments for after the paddle. Rentals available. Contact Roger to make a rental reservation and/or confirm your attendance.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

FOURTH OF JULY ON THE MAURICE RIVER.Meet at Garden Road, south side. We paddle to Union Lake thru the less populated stretch looking for shady spots. Pack lunch and hydration; also bug and sun protection. Be prepared to go for ice cream after. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader.

Meet at 2:00 pm at Weymouth Furnace Park. Paddle to the Lake to Lolly-gag. Leader: Vicki S.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

9am.Cedar is one of the loveliest Pines streams in the Barnegat Bay Watershed. Paddle with Sierra and learn what you can do to protect the watershed and our NJ coast. The trip is 10 miles from Ore Pond into the Bay. Meet at Double Trouble Park headquarters. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

Bring your favorite cook out/picnic food. Grills will be fired up and ready at Crowley's Landing for the dinner stop. PFD must be worn. YOU MUST BRING FLASHLIGHT AND REMAIN WITH GROUP. Meet at Pleasant Mills (Mullica River put-in off of Rte. 542, before Batsto Village.) Leaders: Kathy and Frank Pearce, 856-767-2780 hornet71@verizon.net

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

9am.Fortunato invites his" cousins" and dog lovers for a fun day paddling 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. Leaders: George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

9am. New and beginning paddlers are welcome. Knowledgeable paddlers from the Sierra Club will share information about boats, equipment, safety practices, self-rescue, paddling techniques and efficiencies. Then we'll practice on the lake. Boats can be rented from Mick's Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

We will start at Willow Grove Lake and go to Sherman Ave. (long trip). Meet at the Malaga five points Wawa Delsea Drive and Rt 40. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

Shaded and no shuttle! Take a break from the heat! We'll paddle up to Medford Park, eat lunch, and return with current. It offers superb scenery with lush vegetation and tranquil waters. Meet at Kirby's Mill on Church Road. Easy float trip, but no rentals. Check out the trails website http://medfordcanoetrail.wordpress.com/

Call Leader Harry Barok between 6 and 10 PM. 856-985-6172 or E-Mail, Harrykaraoke7@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

9am.Enjoy a summer paddle in the cool amber waters of Cedar Creek from Dover Forge into Barnegat Bay. Option to takeout at Dudley Park (10 miles). Learn what you can do to protect our NJ coast. Contact leaders to confirm trip participation and meeting location. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

9:00 am to noon Exertion: Moderate

Here's a chance to spend some time with the family or just work
on those paddling skills as we canoe around Batsto Lake with
Ocean County Parks & Recreation. After the paddle spend some time
in the exploring the Nature Center. (Families must have an adult
per canoe). Space is limited!

Sponsored by the Jacques Cousteau Coastal Center

A 10-mile trip on a favorite Pinelands waterway and look for turtles sunning themselves along the way. We'll paddle from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community College to Smithville. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp on W. Rancocas Rd., off Rt. 530 in Pemberton. Leader is an "early riser", so contact him between 4am and 7pm if you have any questions. Participants MUST be ready to shuttle at 9am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear. Rentals are not available. Leader: Dave Lynch Cell 609-784-4066 or e-mail dlynch50@verizon.net

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

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. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

10am.The Oswegois a favorite destination for paddlers as it winds through diverse and varied Pinelands forests and savannas. Meet at Lake Oswego. Boats 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

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Weymouth Park to Lake Lenape. We stop to enjoy the water, stop for lunch and stop along the way again. Bring water to drink, sun screen/ hat as the lake offers no shelter. Meet at Weymouth Park. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

Enjoy a 10-mile summer paddle on the "egg" from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace; option for additional 7 miles to Lake Lenape. Rentals are available from Palace Restaurant and Outfitters 609-625-8552 or www.palaceoutfitters.com Meet at Palace Restaurant, 6924 Black Horse Pike. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

We will start at Willow Grove Lake and go to Sherman Ave. (long trip). Meet at the Malaga five points Wawa Delsea Drive and Rt 40. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

Meet at Atsion Rangers Station. Paddle from Rt 206 thru "Lillypad City" ending at Pleasant Mills takeout. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

Meet at 8:30am . It's the end of the summer and a perfect time to enjoy a long paddle on the "egg"! We'll paddle 16+ miles from Penny Pot to Lake Lenape. Meet at Georgie's Grill and Dairy Bar, Rt 54, Hammonton; arrive early for breakfast. Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

10am.Paddle 7 miles from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Cedar Creek is one of the prettiest Pines streams. Meet at Double Trouble Park Headquarters. Please contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Meet at Garden Road, south side, we paddle to Union Lake. Pack lunch and hydration; also bug and sun protection. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

10am.Meet at Lake Oswego and enjoy a 7-mile paddle on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Boats can be rented from Mick's Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com Contact leaders to confirm trip participation. Leaders George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

A 10-mile trip on a favorite Pinelands waterway and look for turtles sunning themselves along the way. We'll paddle from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community College to Smithville. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp on W. Rancocas Rd., off Rt. 530 in Pemberton. Leader is an "early riser", so contact him between 4am and 7pm if you have any questions. Participants MUST be ready to shuttle at 9am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear. Rentals are not available. Leader: Dave Lynch Cell 609-784-4066 or e-mail dlynch50@verizon.net

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

Sun (Sept 19): Canoe/Kayak with your Pooch on the Wading River (Burlington Co). 9am.Fortunato invites his" cousins" and dog lovers for a fun day paddling 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

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Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

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Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leadder to reserve space.

Weymouth Park to Lake Lenape. We stop to enjoy the water, stop for lunch and stop along the way again. Bring water to drink, sun screen/ hat as the lake offers no shelter. Meet at Weymouth Park. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

We meet at Oswego Lake Put-In. Volunteer shuttle. Pack Lunch. Call or email to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

A day-long naturalist tour of one of the beautiful and historic Pinelands rivers. Foliage and wildlife make this an exhilarating and memorable experience. For newcomers, a great introduction to the history and ecology of the Pine Barrens.

This is a leisurely paddle, but may be moderately challenging for some. It's best to have some canoe or kayak experience before making this trip. You can rent a canoe or kayak (approx. $40 per canoe, made payable to canoe livery, by cash or check only), or bring your own. The livery will charge for a carry.

Pre-registration required. $15/person. Registration available online.

Exercise your right to paddle the wild and scenic Maurice River. Meeting at Garden Road, exit 35 off Rte 55, Vineland. End at Sherman Avenue. Pack lunch, hydration, and change of clothes in drybag. Volunteer shuttle.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Meet at Oswego Lake Put-In. Volunteer shuttle. Paddle to Harrisonville Lake. Pack lunch, hydration, and change of clothes in drybag.

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Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

5.5 or 10 .0 miles, moderate pace. This is our usual after Turkey Day hike, with a huffer puffer up and down walk at Wells Mills Park. Bring lunch.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Ring in the New Year with the NJ Sierra Club. Meet at Lake Oswego and paddle 7 miles on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Enjoy a get together after the trip at Harrisville Lake. Bring something to share. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only.

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

Start at Willow Grove and end at Sherman Ave take out. All day paddle, on wild and scenic waterway. Pack lunch and the usual. Volunteer shuttle. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

We begin our day with breakfast at the Vincentown Diner - one of the BEST diners in NJ. The section we paddle will depend on weather conditions. Experienced winter paddlers only. Please contact leaders for trip information.

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

It is Groundhog Day and we'll look for "Piney Phil's decision" in NJ. The river section we paddle will depend on weather conditions. Contact leaders to confirm trip, meeting time and location. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only.

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

We're paddling 9 miles from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Meet at Georgie's Grill, Rt 54, Hammonton. Arrive early for breakfast!! Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Chapter

Join us for a 7-mile paddle on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Meet at Lake Oswego. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

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Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

We meet at Oswego Lake Put-In. Pack Lunch. Call or email to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

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Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

10am. It's officially spring - winter is a snowy memory, maybe it's all melted! We'll paddle from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

Meet at Garden Road, off Route 55 will paddle to Sherman Avenue, Vineland. Pack lunch and dry bag. Call or email to confirm route. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

PaddleWeymouth Furnace to Lake Lenape. Shorter trip that is good for beginning river paddling and bird watching. Bring lunch and hydration. Volunteer shuttle. Leader Vicki S. call (856) 256-9568, or ravingwriter@gmail.com

9am. Celebrate May Day on our 14 mile trip 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.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

10am. Viva the Fifth of May! Our annual paddle is 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

10am.The Oswegois one of the prettiest Pines waterways as it winds through varied landscapes. 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 trip and participation.

Paddle the meandering Mullica River, Listen for the frog calls on the marsh. Atsion to Pleasant Mills, 11 miles,, all day trip. Meet at Atsion Ranger Station Parking Lot. Leader Vicki S. call (856) 256-9568, or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Join me for a 10-mile trip on my favorite Pinelands waterway and look for turtles sunning themselves along the way. We'll paddle from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community Collegeto Smithville. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp on W.Rancocas Road, off Rt. 530 in Pemberton. Leader is an "early riser", so contact him between 4 am and 7 pm if you have any questions. Participants MUST be ready to shuttle at 9 am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear. Rentals are not available. Leader: Dave Lynch Cell, 609-784-4066 or e-mail dlynch50@verizon.net

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Meet at Double Trouble State Park Office (Rt. 530) Pinewald-Keswick Rd.) . We'll paddle along this lovely stream with one easy portage. Leader Harry Barok, 856-985-6172 6 p.m. thru 10 p.m. or Harrykaraoke7@aol.com- no last minute E-Mails, please.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

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. Boat rentals are available from Triple "T" Canoes 732-349-9510 www.tttcanoes.com/ Please contact leaders to confirm trip and meeting time.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

We will depart from Double Trouble State Park, Pinewald-Keswick Road, Bayville, NJ at 10:00am and return by 3:00pm. A donation of $15 per person is suggested. There is a three person limit per canoe. Bring lunch, drink, insect repellant, sun tan lotion, hat or sunglasses. Long pants and sneakers are recommended. No alcohol. We will provide canoes, life preservers and transportation back to the park. Persons who are interested in attending should complete and return the online registration form.

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Weymouth Furnace to the Lake. Good run for less experienced paddlers. 4 hour trip. Bring lunch and hydration. Volunteer shuttle. Leader Vicki S. call (856) 256-9568, or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Line up for the paddle parade, Atsion to Pleasant Mills, 11 miles, No rentals. Meet at Atsion Ranger Station Parking Lot. Please contact Leader Vicki S. phone (856) 256-9568, or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

9am.June is Dairy Month in NJ! So, we'll begin the day with breakfast at Georgie's Grill and Dairy Bar, Rt 54, Hammonton. The trip is 10 miles from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Rentals are available from Palace Outfitters 609-625-8552. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

10am.We'll see carnivorous pitcher plants and bladderworts during our 7-mile trip from Lake Oswego to Harrisville Lake. 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 trip and participation.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

We meet at Oswego Lake Put-In. Pack Lunch. Call or email to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

9am. New and beginning paddlers are welcome. Knowledgeable paddlers will share information about equipment, safety practices, self-rescue, paddling techniques and efficiencies. Then we'll practice on the lake. Canoes and kayaks can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Please contact leaders to confirm your participation.

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Meet at Weymouth Furnace Park. Paddle to the Lake to Lolly-gag. No time clock punchers, please. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

9am. Sarah Summerville, director of the Unexpected Wildlife Refuge, will join us on this trip and teach us about NJ's beloved beavers. We're paddling 7 miles 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 and participation.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

9am. June is a beautiful time of year on the Mullica to enjoy the aquatic flowering plants of the NJ Pinelands. This is an all day trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect many downfalls and portages. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group-Sierra Club.

Join us for the magic as nature comes to rest at the end of the day and prepares for the peace of the evening. Harriers, Ospreys, Great Blue Herons, Egrets, Marsh Wrens, Redwing Blackbirds all attend to final details for the day as they yield control of the sky to the emerging twilight. Even the wind comes to rest, pausing to witness the panoramic vista as the setting sun floods the western sky with color. Quiet surrounds you as all the creatures of the day breath deep the lingering warmth. With a sigh of contentment, stars twinkle a herald to the unique end of another Day. Sunset on the salt marsh is always a unique experience. No two are ever the same.Trip will leave from either English Creek Marina, located at the southern tip of Wharf Road off Somers Point-Mays Landing Road, or Jeffers Landing at the end of Jeffers Landing Road off Somers Point-Mays Landing Road. Bring your own liquid and munchies, occasionally insect repellant is helpful at the launch site as well as waterproof binoculars for viewing the wild life. Contact leader for registration and additional information. Leader: Paul Serdiuk 609-462-3593 eve. or mailto:pis1@cccnj.net

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Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

10am.The Oswegois a favorite destination for paddlers as it winds 8 miles through diverse and varied Pinelands forests and savannas. Meet at Lake Oswego. Boats 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

Sponsored by the Central Jersey Chapter of the Sierr Club.

Meet at Garden Road, south side, we paddle to & across Union Lake thru the less populated stretch looking for shady spots. Pack lunch and hydration; also bug and sun protection. Be prepared to go for ice cream after. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Cedar is one of the loveliest Pines streams in the Barnegat Bay Watershed. Paddle with Sierra and learn what you can do to protect the watershed and our NJ coast. The trip is 10 miles from Ore Pond into the Bay. Meet at Double Trouble Park headquarters. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

This is a 15 mile tidal trip for experienced paddlers; expect power boat traffic and boat wakes. Kayaks must be 12 ft or over. Contact leaders for trip information and details. Rentals are not available. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

This trip starts at the historic Batsto mill pond and takes you down the winding turns of the tea-colored lower Batsto River to where it empties into the much larger Mullica. The trip may also include a visit to historic Batsto Village, if there's time at the end of the paddle.

• Pick-up spot: Wells Mills County Park parking lot, Waretown
• Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Distance: 5 miles
• Paddling notes: Must be able to paddle in open water, possibly against the wind. There will be a few portages.

Each trip costs $14, which includes transportation, canoe, paddle, life vest and the expertise of a guide. (Bring your own canoe and you can knock the price down to $8 per person.) The trips last most of the day, so bring a lunch, water and anything else you'll need.

Leader: Russell Juelg, NJ Conservation Foundation

Location: Batsto River

Description: A day-long naturalist tour of one of the beautiful and historic Pinelands rivers led by New Jersey Conservation Foundation's Russell Juelg. Foliage and wildlife make this an exhilarating and memorable experience. We'll stop for a brown bag lunch along the way.

Canoeing can be a strenuous activity. Some canoe experience is necessary to comfortably participate in this program.

This is a joint program of the Pinelands Preservation Alliance & the New Jersey Conservation Foundation.

Cost: $15; canoe rental approx. $45 extra (payable to canoe livery)

Registration:Register online or call 609 859-8860 x14 or email tomdunn@pinelandsalliance.org

Canoe/Kayak the N. Branch Rancocas Creek (Burlington Co). 9am. Paddlers appreciate the work of the Burlington County Parks Dept. 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

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

Fortunato invites his" cousins" and dog lovers for a fun day paddling 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

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

This is a beautiful stretch of water - extra twisty, which makes for a fun and challenging paddle. Cedar Creek's upper stretches are also more remote and less traveled than a lot of other Pine Barrens waterways.

• Pick-up spot: Double Trouble State Park parking lot, Berkeley
• Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Distance: 6 miles
• Paddling notes: Canoers must be able to handle sharp turns and a few portages. Be aware that this is a wilderness trip - the entire stretch is within forested parkland.

See the woods give way to tidal lands on this paddle, which takes you from Stafford Forge down to the town of West Creek and out into the marsh. There's quite a bit of maneuvering required in the upper stretch, and make sure you bring bug repellent.

• Pick-up spot: Wells Mills County Park parking lot, Waretown
• Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Distance: 6 miles
• Paddling notes: Attendees should be able to paddle continuously, navigate a few quick turns and handle a few portages.

Enjoy a long summer paddle in the cool amber waters of Cedar Creek from Dover Forge into Barnegat Bay. Learn what you can do to protect our NJ coast. Rentals not available.Contact leaders to confirm trip participation and meeting location. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

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Spend a few hours on a beautiful, twisty and partially shaded river. Meet at Mick's Pine Barrens Canoes, Rt. 563, Chatsworth. Call 1-800-732-0793 to reserve

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Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

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The giant hibiscus are in bloom in the hottest month. Paddle trip starts at Willow Grove Lake and go to Sherman Avenue (long trip). Meet

at the Malaga five points Wawa Delsea Drive and Rt. 40. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S., 856-341-3901 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Summer is a beautiful time of year on the Mullica. This is an all day trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

This is a great family trip, and it falls at a time of year when lots of native plants will be in bloom along the river's banks.

• Pick-up spot: Jakes Branch County Park nature center, Beachwood
• Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Paddling notes: This is among the easier paddles in this trip list, but canoers should still have some general experience and be able to paddle in open water, possibly against the wind.

We'll paddle 8 miles from Lake Oswego to Harrisville Lake. Meet at Lake Oswego. Boats can be rented from Mick's Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Enjoy a 10-mile summer paddle on the "egg" from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace; option for additional 7 miles to Lake Lenape. Rentals are available from Palace Restaurant and Outfitters 609-625-8552 or www.palaceoutfitters.com Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Our trip will begin at the town of Speedwell which is the former site of an iron furnace. We'll takeout at Beaver Branch. This is a 17 mile trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

CANOE / KAYAK TOMS RIVER. Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Meet at Lake Oswego for an 8-mile paddle on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Rentals are available from Mick's Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

Meet at Garden Road, south side, we paddle thru an area ripe with wild grapes and on across Union Lake. Pack lunch and hydration; also bug and sun protection. Leader: Vicki S. 856-341-3901 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

It's George's b'day!!We'll eat cake andpaddle 7 miles from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Cedar Creek is one of the prettiest Pines streams. Meet at Double Trouble Park Headquarters. Please contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

We're paddling the 14-mile N. Branch Rancocas 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

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

A paddle down the Rancocas Creek through Lumberton. Paddlers are welcome to bring their own canoes/kayaks or use those provided. Parking available in several marked lots on Main Street, Lumberton, NJ. The paddle fee will be $10.00/canoe or kayak or if you bring your own canoe/kayak the fee is $5.00/craft. Entertainment & activities throughout town.

Mr. Fort invites his" cousins" and dog lovers for a fun day paddling 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

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

CANOE / KAYAK TOMS RIVER. Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

It's the end of the summer and a perfect time to enjoy a long paddle on the "egg"! We'll paddle 17miles from Penny Pot to Lake Lenape. Meet at Georgie's Grill and Dairy Bar, Rt 54, Hammonton; arrive early for breakfast. Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the West Jersey Group of the Sierra Club.

It's officially fall - enjoy a long paddle on the "egg"! We'll paddle 17miles from Penny Pot to Lake Lenape. Meet at Georgie's Grill and Dairy Bar, Rt 54, Hammonton; arrive 8am for breakfast. Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club, West Jersey Group

We meet at Oswego Lake Put-In. Volunteer shuttle. Pack Lunch. Call or email to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-341-3901 or ravingwriter@gmail.com

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Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Paddle 8 miles on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Meet at Lake Oswego, Lake Oswego Rd. Bring lunch and beverage. Boats can be rented from Mick's Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Please contact leaders to confirm trip and participation: George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club, West Jersey Group

We'll stop to pick cranberries at old bogs during the 7-mile trip from Ore Pond to Dudley Park. Meet at Double Trouble Park, Pinewald-Keswick and Double Trouble Rds. Rentals available from Cedar Creek Campgrounds 732-269-1413 or www.cedarcreeknj.com/contact.htm Contact leaders to confirm trip participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

We'll paddle 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Boats can be rented from Mick's 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

Sponsored by Sierra Club West Jersey Group

Enjoy the fall foliage of the "egg" from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Meet at Georgie's Grill and Dairy Bar, Rt 54, Hammonton; arrive early for breakfast! Contact leaders to confirm trip participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Enjoy a fall trip on the Wading River as we paddle 9 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Leaders: George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Meet at Lake Oswego for an 8-mile paddle on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by Sierra Club, West Jersey Group

It's our pre-solstice celebration trip from Hawkin Bridge to Evans Bridge. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

A 10-mile Canoe Trail from BCCC to Smithville. Meet at the Vincentown Diner - early for breakfast.Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com (W)

10am. Ring in the New Year with the NJ Sierra Club. Meet at Lake Oswego and paddle 7 miles on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Enjoy a tailgate get together after the trip at Harrisville Lake. Bring something to share. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey group

We begin our day with breakfast at the Vincentown Diner - one of the BEST diners in NJ. The section we paddle will depend on weather conditions. Experienced winter paddlers only. Please contact leaders for trip information. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey group

10am. It is Groundhog Day and we'll look for "Piney Phil's decision" in NJ. The river section we paddle will depend on weather conditions. Contact leaders to confirm trip, meeting time and location. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

Meet at Lake Oswego and paddle 8 miles on the "Jewel of the Pinelands. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sietrra Club - West Jersey Group

10am. We're paddling 9 miles from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Meet at Georgie's Grill, Rt 54, Hammonton. Arrive early for breakfast!! Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

10am. Join us for a 8-mile paddleon the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Meet at Lake Oswego. Experienced winter Pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

Make a difference for the Barnegat Bay! Please join us for a Sierra Club Water Sentinels trash cleanup as we paddle 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Participants receive an H2O t-shirt! Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

Viva the Fifth of May! Our annual paddle is 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Boats can be rented from Mick's Canoe and Kayak Rental www.mickscanoerental.com/ or 800-281-1380. Meet at Hawkin Bridge. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Chapter

Paddle Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Bring lunch and hydration. Volunteer shuttle.Leader Vicki S. call (856) +341+3901, or ravingwriter @gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Meet at Double Trouble State Park. We will be doing a trash clean up on the Cedar Creek from the park down to Dudley Park. Clean up supplies are to be provided by the township. For details and to sign up, contact Joe Logan, (609) 893-9751, or mayandpops@aol.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

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Join me for a 10-mile trip on my favorite Pinelands waterway and look for turtles sunning themselves along the way. We'll paddle from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community College to Smithville. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp on W.Rancocas Road, off Rt. 530 in Pemberton. Participants MUST be ready to shuttle at 9 am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear. Rentals are not available. Leader: Joe Logan.Call or e-mail Joe Logan to confirm attendance. (609) 634-1542, or

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Enjoy a 10-mile spring paddle on the N. Branch Rancocas Water Trail from BCCC to Historic Smithville Park. 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

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

Paddle the meandering Mullica River, Listen for the frog calls on the marsh. Atsion to Pleasant Mills, 11 miles,, all day trip. Meet at Atsion Park Office Parking Lot. Leader Vicki S. call (856) 341-3901, or ravingwriter@gmail.com

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

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

Sponsored by Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

New for 2012 we'll start further up river and take out before the open water. It will be a seven mile trip. No quarters required, but wheels still come in handy. Meet at Friendly's on Route 37 by 09:00, come early and join us for breakfast. Call or e-mail Joe Logan to confirm attendance.(609) 634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com Note: trip may vary depending on water level or mood of the trip leader.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

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. 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

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/ Contact leaders to confirm your participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

Sponsored by Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

Sarah Summerville, director of the Unexpected Wildlife Refuge, will join us on this trip and teach us about NJ's beloved beavers. We're paddling 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

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

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

Sponsored by Sierra Club - West Jersey Chapter.

Enjoy a 10-mile summer paddle on the "egg" from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. 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

Sponsored by the Sierra Club - West Jersey Group

Description: A day-long naturalist tour of the beautiful and historic Batsto River. Foliage and wildlife make this an exhilarating and memorable experience. Explore a characteristic Pine Barrens wetland savannah along the river - home to several rare plant species. We'll stop for a brown bag lunch along the way. Bring plenty of water and be sure that any cell phones, cameras, and other important items are secured in waterproof containers (plastic bags and tupperware will not work!).

Tour Leader: Dr. Amy Karpati, Director for Conservation Science at Pinelands Preservation Alliance

Cost: $15, plus approx. $40 canoe rental

SPACE IS LIMITED; REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Registration: Register online or call 609 859-8860 x14 or email tomdunn@pinelandsalliance.org

PPA's Pinelands Adventures are designed to introduce you to the pleasures of the New Jersey Pinelands with our expert leaders.