The river is fed by springs and offers clear, cool, fast-flowing water, and sandbars with many opportunities to observe a diverse set of plants and animals.

What: A paddling trip down the Bogue Chitto River. The paddling portion of the trip will last about 4 to 5 hours.

When: Saturday, June 22 starting at 9:00 a.m till whenever. Dan Strecker (225-229-8856) will lead the carpool leaving from The Backpacker at 7:00 a.m.

We need to be in Franklinton at 9:00 am to catch the bus that will drop us in the put-in spot. We will be working with Louisiana River Adventures and using their drop-off point and water craft. They provide kayaks, canoes, and tubes.

Rental information:

About Kayaking:

The cost is $30 per kayak. Each kayak seats two people and comes with life vests, which are required.

About Canoeing:

The cost is $40 per canoe and comes with life vests.

About canoeing and kayaking: Beginners will be paired with more experienced paddlers; therefore, everyone should feel comfortable to participate. Also, we will be going downstream; therefore, the paddling will not be rigorous.

Cost:

There is a discount for military personnel and groups over 20.

Louisiana River Adventures accepts cash and all major credit cards with a $3.00 transaction fee.

Carpool

If you would like to drive as a group, meet for the carpool:

When: Be at the carpool site by 6:50 a.m. Carpool will depart at 7:00 a.m. on the dot!

Where: Meet in the back of the parking lot at The Backpacker (keep going all the way to the very way back!), 7656 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809.

Meet You There

If you would prefer to meet the group at Louisiana River Adventures:

When: Be there at 8:45 a.m.

Where: GPS: Enter 'Enon, Franklinton, LA' or '11858 Hunt Rd'.

Driving:

From Baton Rouge: Take I-12 East (to Covington Hwy 190 Exit 63B) or Hwy 190 East towards Hammond.

Stay in left lane and go over Bogue Falaya Bridge. Do not take Hwy21 or 190 Business.

Turn right at second (2nd) traffic light (LA-437).

Drive for six (6) miles and turn left at the three- way stop sign intersection and continue along LA-437.

Drive for thirteen (13) miles and turn right (LA-16).

Drive for three and a half (3.5) miles and turn right at Louisiana River Adventure sign at Hunt Rd.

Veer to the right at Camp Circle Rd. to Louisiana River Adventures.

What To Bring

Bug spray, sunscreen, a broad-brimmed hat, cash for canoe rental, a towel, lots of water and snacks; we won’t get to lunch until mid-afternoon. Water shoes with fine mesh (beach shoes) are recommended over sandals because the mesh keeps the gravel out. The vendor sells water shoes for $15 and other drinks and snacks. There is also a free key-check service to keep keys locked up during the river ride.

Optional Lunch

Group lunches after a big adventure are always fun.

When: It is unlikely that we would arrive at The Chimes before 3:00 p.m.

Where: The Chimes, 19130 Rogers Ln, Covington, LA 70433.

Coordinator

The LMNGBR volunteer coordinator for this field trip is Dan Strecker, (225) 229-8856 and he will also be leading the carpool.