April 2016 Paddle - Ivanhoe to Beatty's Bridge

This Paddle will be a little longer than past paddles.  We'll paddle about 7 1/2 miles of the upper reaches of the Black River from the WRC put-in near Ivanhoe, NC to Beatty's Bridge.  This is a more advanced paddle and is not recommended for beginners.  There will be approximately 3 hours of paddling and some possible portages due to downed trees or blockages in the river.  In addition to a beautiful blackwater river, expect snags, strainers, low water, parking that is not ideal, and a big hill at the takeout - this is not the paddle for first time paddlers.

Paddlers can meet at the Cape Fear River Watch headquarters where we will meet to caravan, or meet up with the caravan at the put in location.  We will meet at CFRW headquarters at 7:30 am for an 8:00am departure. Those meeting us at the put in should be there between 8:30am and 8:45am. Click HERE for a map to the put in location! You can enter your address into "Box A" to get specific directions from your locaiton to the put in!

All paddlers should wear a PFD, however those paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD.  Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, snack and water shoes if you would like to explore the beaches where oyster shells are present. You are welcome to bring your own kayak and supplies. If you need to rent a boat they are just $15 for the day if you are a CFRW Member.If you would like to rent a boat please contact Jen at jen@cfrw.us. Your boat is not confirmed until you have spoken with Jen.  Make sure you bring cash or check the day of the paddle!

If you would like to join or renew before the paddle, you can click here to join online or call Jen at 910-762-5606.  To help River Watch continue to bring you great programs like our Paddle Series and Educational Seminars, we ask you make a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. If you need help the day of the paddle please call Kemp at 910-264-8036. THANK YOU!