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OCT - Balcony Falls - November 4, 2017
Posted: Thu Oct 19, 2017 9:11 pm
by GotDzel
The Balcony Falls trip is coming up! Let's meet at the Snowden boat ramp in Big Island, VA at 10:30 AM on the 4th. A google search will show it on a map if you have not been there. I would like to do the boat shuffle and head to the put-in by 11 with a goal of being on the water at 11:30.
We are still too far out to anticipate the water level, but it's generally fun at all levels (but a little boney below 2.5'!). There are several good surf/play spots so I will be in a playboat. I would like to lallygag down playing at every feature I can. If some of the group wants to split up and paddle faster, that's okay too.
Pack a lunch and we will stop at Balcony Falls for a pit stop.
This river rates at a class II+. Novice and intermediate paddlers are welcome to attend. If you're new, let me know and I can show you the lines.
Post a reply below or call/text me at 540-292-5564 if you plan on going.
I'll see you on the river!
Posted: Sun Oct 29, 2017 1:32 pm
by GotDzel
So far, I have about a half dozen people for the Balcony Falls trip on the 4th. If you're wanting to attend, please contact me or leave a reply here. Thanks!
Posted: Sun Oct 29, 2017 1:40 pm
by GotDzel
The put-in location is called Locher Landing in Glasgow, VA. A Google search can get you an address and directions. If that doesn't pop up for you, contact me and I can help.
We will be meeting at Snowden Boat Ramp at 10:30 then driving to Locher Landing at 11ish with the intention of being on the water around 11:30. If you're running late, don't bother driving to Snowden, just meet in Glasgow.
Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2017 12:12 pm
by GinnyN
pulled this from the pinned Directions information post in Want to paddle NOW
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewe ... 3616491702
Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2017 7:44 pm
by MikeB
Hi, Kevin. I'd like to join you on the Balcony Falls run on the 4th.
--Mike
Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2017 9:21 pm
by GotDzel
Sounds good Mike! Give me a call or send a text if you need any info. Otherwise, I'll look for you on the 4th.
540-292-5564
Posted: Wed Nov 01, 2017 4:39 pm
by kayakmaniac
I am planning on joining you for the Balcony Falls trip on the 4th. I am a beginner.
Posted: Wed Nov 01, 2017 5:52 pm
by GotDzel
Sounds good! Can you give me a call today or tomorrow? My phone number is 540-292-5564.
Balcony Falls Paddle on Saturday
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2017 11:21 am
by PaddleAllen
Kevin,
I would like to join you on Saturday. I was hoping the flow would hold a bit higher. I haven't caught Balcony around 2000 cfs all summer.
Allen
434-906-9510
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2017 12:33 pm
by GotDzel
Awesome! Thanks for the heads up Allen! I'll see you Saturday.
Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2017 4:38 pm
by gromit
We may join you, but not 100% yet.
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 9:07 am
by paddlin_bill
Hey Kevin as much as I want to paddle both days this weekend, I don't think I can swing it. If plans change I'll show up.
Have a good paddle!
Balcony Falls Paddle Saturday
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 3:23 pm
by PaddleAllen
Astrid Burk will be coming also.
Allen
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 5:48 pm
by GotDzel
Sweet! Right now we are up to 6 people; 8 if Liz and Dave come.
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 7:17 pm
by dkurt
May try to meet up with you all! Most likely taking out at the gravel lot!