Join us on a three day paddle down the lower stretches of the Russian River. At this time of year the river meanders slowly through willows and redwoods passing cormorants, river otters, harbor seals, and osprey. TrekSonoma can think of no better way to foster a love for Sonoma County than getting to know our river intimately. We will begin our paddle at Wohler Bridge and end three days later in Jenner. Each night gather to eat deliciously prepared food, tell stories around a fire and sleep under the stars.   
@@startshortdescription@@Join us on a three day paddle down the lower stretches of the Russian River. At this time of year the river meanders slowly through willows and redwoods passing cormorants, river otters, harbor seals, and osprey. TrekSonoma can think of no better way to foster a love for Sonoma County than getting to know our river intimately. We will begin our paddle at Wohler Bridge and end three days later in Jenner. Each night gather to eat deliciously prepared food, tell stories around a fire and sleep under the stars.   @@endshortdescription@@
You are welcome to bring your own boat or TrekSonoma has a limited number of boats to lend.  The cost to rent a boat will be $40 for the entire Trek, for a total of $480.  Please let us know if you will need to rent a boat, and be prepared to pay for it upon registration.  Thank you!

A packing list and precise meeting location will be sent to participants at a later date. 
 

Dates: October 6^th-8th, 2018

Arrival: 6:30 am, Saturday, October 6th at Wohler Bridge- address location given to registrants.

Departure: 1pm, Monday, October 8^th in Jenner

Lead: Meghan Walla-Murphy & Hut Wade

Cost: $440/adult and children over 12yrs of age.  (Scholarships may be available.)

Cost includes:  
A guided paddle on the lower Russian River as well as Transportation of gear and kayaks from each camping spot. We will also provide transport back to Wohler bridge from Jenner if necessary. All camping is included. Kayak, tent, and sleeping pad rental available.

Meals: 
In the tradition of bringing people together while cooking and eating, this Trek will be fueled by participants and their cooking talents. Dinners and breakfasts will be a smorgasbord of potluck meals and “Stone Soup” crafting. TrekSonoma will provide kitchen gear, stoves, propane, vegetables as available from local farms, oatmeal for the morning, and tea and coffee. Participants will be responsible for their own lunches.

For Who:    This Trek is geared towards people who love to spend hours paddling beneath the open skies and want to learn about the river that is the life of our county. One need not be an Olympian to make the paddle, but be in shape for several days of paddling. Children 12 and up that are comfortable and proficient paddling a kayak are certainly encouraged to join their adult parent or caregiver. 

Details on the Route:
Day one will find us paddling from Wohler Bridge to Guerneville. On day two we will float down to Duncan’s Mills. Day three ends in Jenner, where the river meets the ocean.

What to Bring:

• Participants are responsible for their own sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent and kayaks.  (Rental of tents, sleeping pads, and kayaks available).  TrekSonoma shuttles this equipment each day.  
• Daypack, water bottle and miscellany for day paddles
• Ingredients for communal breakfast and dinner meals; you will receive some details on this aspect of the trek during the weeks prior to the trip.
• A complete gear list will be made available two weeks prior to the trip to all registered participants

LandPaths Will Provide:

• Transportation of gear and shuttle service
• All group camping gear  (kitchen, cooking gear, Loo, handwashing and dish washing stations)

Sliding scale payment in exchange for volunteer time may be available.  Email info@landpaths or call (707) 544-7284 with questions!
 

LandPaths Cancellation Policy For TrekSonoma  

Please read the cancellation policy below before you make your reservation.  If you have any questions or comments regarding this policy or required fitness levels, please contact the LandPaths’ office.  We regret that we cannot make any exceptions to this policy.

How To Cancel: In the event that you need to cancel from a Trek, please notify the LandPaths’ office directly.  You can contact Mary at 707-544-7284 x100 or via e-mail at outings@landpaths.org.

Refundable Fees:

30 days and above, prior to the first day of Trek:  full refund minus a $25 processing fee

Cancelled Or Changed Trips By LandPaths: In the event that LandPaths needs to cancel or change a Trek, registered individuals will be notified as soon as possible.  LandPaths will reimburse all fees paid by registrants to LandPaths.  LandPaths is not responsible for other fees or payments that have been incurred outside of LandPaths.