Topic: Spring Paddling: Riviere Rouge "Canyon" Section Saturday April 17

[Joanne]

Hey Sara,
I would give it at least 1:15. I keep thinking it only takes an hour, end up in traffic, and end up late.
BTW, a work colleague of mine met you at scuba diving, I believe.

[ChristianG]

Hi Folks

Sounds good. How long does it take to get to Hawkesbury from here?

Benjamin - I sent you a note and check your email - if you want to car pool please give me a call. and if that doesn't work, I will check this post in the morning.  I am thinking meet at 8:30am?

Sara

[duke]

I'm in.  I can drive or be a passenger, let me know what's needed.  See you all tomorrow.

[ChristianG]

Think you and Jim can still catch all the eddies at this level? Were there 12 in 25 metres or something?

It's going to be above 180 on the gauge... The eddies might be among the trees on top of the canyon...

[jforbesca]

Will see every one tomorrow morning.

[ChristianG]

Looks like Sara and I are in. With big boats! Still 10 am at the Tim Horton in Hawkesbury? Let us know if it changes!

--C.

[Joanne]

Think you and Jim can still catch all the eddies at this level? Were there 12 in 25 metres or something?

[Bill Schlarb]

Hi folks,

The Canyon section of the Rouge is  an 8 KM section situated about 20 KM north of Hwy 148.
At medium levels it's rated as class 3 but with the river currently running at a high level, 180 cms, it will be more likely class 3-4 in difficulty.
For those looking for some practice for the HOHW race on the Pet in 2 weeks, this should do nicely.
Check the Myosis site for details: http://www.myosis.ca/fi_rouge_canyon.htm

Plan to meet at Tim Hortons in Hawkesbury at 10:00 AM; Google/GPS co-ordinates 45.610517,-74.604518

If you'd like more info or want to arrange rides, give me a call after 6:00 PM Friday at (613) 224-8507

Bill