http://frpdf.forumotion.net/feed/? Latest topics Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:07:16 GMT 10 http://i51.servimg.com/u/f51/12/91/31/51/frpban11.jpg http://frpdf.forumotion.net/feed/? http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-trips-f9/___new-section-shiawassee-river-cleared____-t24.htm Willi_H2O Shiawassee River Heritage Trail You can now paddle from Fenton's Bush Park to US 23 near Lake Ponemah ! -----Paddlesports is exploding in popularity, its cheaper than powerboating. The secton of the river is now navigable via canoe or kayak-- -approximately 3 miles. Takeout at US 23 is easy with great access making for a great scenic paddle. Adventurous people could probably make it all the way to Linden from Bush Park--approx. 6 miles. Hard core paddlers could start in Holly ... Michigan Trips Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:07:16 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-trips-f9/___new-section-shiawassee-river-cleared____-t24.htm#26 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-trips-f9/___new-section-shiawassee-river-cleared____-t24.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/spring-2009-frp-paddle-pick-up-event-details-t23.htm FRPAdmin All, The Flint River Paddlers' Spring Paddle Pick-Up will take place (in conjunction with the Flint River Watershed Coalitions Spring Pick-Up event) on Saturday May 9th. We will be meeting at Mitson Landing at 7:30 AM to drop off all of the boats, sign waiver forms and distribute supplies. We will then take as many vehicles as possible to the River View Park Downtown Flushing while one person stays behind to watch the gear. After taking as few vehicles as possible, but ... Flint River Paddling Information Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:20:26 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/spring-2009-frp-paddle-pick-up-event-details-t23.htm#25 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/spring-2009-frp-paddle-pick-up-event-details-t23.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/for-sale-f5/canoe-for-sale-t21.htm witewtr58 2004 Bell Northwind. Black/Gold layup. Aluminum trim. Never been paddled. Retails now for $2800+, this is a brand new boat for $2000. 17'6", 48 lbs., 6" freeboard capacity 1100 lbs. http://www.bellcanoe.com/products/default.asp?page=product&id=587&catid=193 for more factory details. Jay Hanks email: witewtr58@aol.com For Sale Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:16:49 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/for-sale-f5/canoe-for-sale-t21.htm#22 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/for-sale-f5/canoe-for-sale-t21.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-trips-f9/paddling-opportunities-in-michigan-t22.htm witewtr58 Here are some paddling opportunities in Michigan with the Lansing Oar and Paddle Club. We often have other Clubs on our trips. 2009 Rivers in Michigan http://www.loapc.org/ April 24 - 26 Ford River and East Branch of the Ontonagon River Class II – III daytrips. South and West Branches of the Ontonagon River Overnight. M-28 (Ewen) to Victoria Falls. Class II – III whitewater with overnight camping on the river in the bush. May 30 - 31 Boardman River, MI Aug ... Michigan Trips Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:38:50 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-trips-f9/paddling-opportunities-in-michigan-t22.htm#23 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-trips-f9/paddling-opportunities-in-michigan-t22.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/for-sale-f5/kayak-for-sale-t20.htm ranger1 josem3132@aol.com or call 810-686-4543. Thanks!]]> For Sale Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:06:45 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/for-sale-f5/kayak-for-sale-t20.htm#21 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/for-sale-f5/kayak-for-sale-t20.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/whitewater-instruction-web-site-t19.htm FRPAdmin
This is a developing resource that contains excellent information for whitewater kayaking, including good videos of the topics being covered. Enjoy.

http://whitewaterinstruction.wordpress.com/]]> Whitewater Resources Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:41:37 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/whitewater-instruction-web-site-t19.htm#20 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/whitewater-instruction-web-site-t19.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/fall-paddle-pick-up-t18.htm FRPAdmin The Fall Paddle Pick-Up is scheduled for Sunday October 26th. We will be doing the section of the Flint River from downtown Flushing to the Flushing Township Nature Park just north of Mt. Morris Road, with special emphasis on the island just past the Flushing Park footbridge where there is a bottleneck. I will be contacting both the city of Flushing and the Flushing Township Nature Park to work on getting help with trash disposal and other aspects, but I want to make sure that we have a good ... Flint River Paddling Information Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:10:45 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/fall-paddle-pick-up-t18.htm#19 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/fall-paddle-pick-up-t18.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/good-article-and-video-a-beginners-perspective-t17.htm FRPAdmin This is an article that was forwarded on to me from the RS&CK e-mail list that appeared in the New York Times, "Executive Pursuits" Section. The link that follows it is to a good beginners video: Executive Pursuits Tucking Forward, Chilling Out and Waiting for ‘the Hands of God’ Steve Dixon for The New York Times Harry Hurt III, right, received a crash course in the basics of whitewater kayaking from Jon Clark of the Nantahala Outdoor Center. A crucial piece of equipment ... Whitewater Resources Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:59:56 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/good-article-and-video-a-beginners-perspective-t17.htm#18 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/good-article-and-video-a-beginners-perspective-t17.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/user-introductions-f18/eric-hall-s-info-t16.htm FRPAdmin Flint River Paddlers Founder and Chair Eric Hall Eric Hall has been whitewater rafting for over twelve years and just started kayaking (more than once or twice a year) in October of 2007. Due to the closest Paddling club being in the Fenton area, Eric contacted the Flint River Watershed Coalition (FRWC) and founded the Flint River Paddlers (FRP). Eric has also been working very closely with the FRWC and Recreation Engineering and Planning to work towards replacing the current Hamilton Dam ... User Introductions Mon, 29 Sep 2008 15:57:26 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/user-introductions-f18/eric-hall-s-info-t16.htm#17 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/user-introductions-f18/eric-hall-s-info-t16.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/general-river-information-guides-data-f15/link-to-the-flint-river-paddling-guide-online-t15.htm FRPAdmin
Here is the link to the canoeing & kayaking guide for the Flint River that MSU has on their site.

http://web1.msue.msu.edu/genesee/natres/guide.htm]]> General River Information, Guides & Data Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:48:12 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/general-river-information-guides-data-f15/link-to-the-flint-river-paddling-guide-online-t15.htm#16 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/general-river-information-guides-data-f15/link-to-the-flint-river-paddling-guide-online-t15.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/trips-outside-of-michigan-f10/october-11th-2008-flint-river-padllers-and-friends-upper-gauley-whitewater-rafting-trip-t8.htm FRPAdmin On Wed Sep 17 8:02 , Eric Hall sent: All, Just trying to send out one last e-mail in regards to the trip to West Virginia to run the Upper Gauley River. As of last week the trip was still planned for October 11th, to only run the Upper Gauley, however it was just me myself and I confirmed for rafting. My wife was planning on coming along and staying in the campsite as was one of our friends. Our friend ended up not being able to come, so my wife most likely will not come either for the ... Trips Outside of Michigan Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:41:39 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/trips-outside-of-michigan-f10/october-11th-2008-flint-river-padllers-and-friends-upper-gauley-whitewater-rafting-trip-t8.htm#15 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/trips-outside-of-michigan-f10/october-11th-2008-flint-river-padllers-and-friends-upper-gauley-whitewater-rafting-trip-t8.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/hamilton-dam-situation-update-as-of-09-23-08-t14.htm FRPAdmin Tuesday, September 23rd 2008, Gary Lacy the President of Recreation Engineering & Planning (REP) attended two meetings in Flint as a show of good faith and to present the opportunity for the Hamilton Dam to both the Flint River Corridor Alliance, Hamilton Dam sub-committee and other stake holders including City of Flint Representatives. After the meetings, which were very beneficial, it now looks as if the Initial Site Survey, including conceptual designs and plans will be moving forward. ... Hamilton Dam Page Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:21:11 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/hamilton-dam-situation-update-as-of-09-23-08-t14.htm#14 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/hamilton-dam-situation-update-as-of-09-23-08-t14.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/article-that-appeared-in-the-flint-journal-about-this-project-t13.htm FRPAdmin A Whitewater Park in Flint Michigan? This is the article that was in the Flint Journal about the proposal for a man-made whitewater run in place of the current Hamilton Dam. Whitewater rapids in downtown Flint? It might not be as far-fetched as it sounds http://www.mlive.com/flintjournal/in..._downtown.html 03/19/08 by Elizabeth Shaw | The Flint Journal FLINT, Michigan -- Eric Hall dreams of paddling his kayak through a whitewater maze, where walleye battle their ... Hamilton Dam Page Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:20:07 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/article-that-appeared-in-the-flint-journal-about-this-project-t13.htm#13 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/article-that-appeared-in-the-flint-journal-about-this-project-t13.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-3-t12.htm FRPAdmin WHITEWATER IN YOUR TOWN You’ve been planning a whitewater course for months. Maybe for years. You’re excited about the possibilities and aware of the challenges, which may accompany a project of terrific proportion like the one, you and your group are undertaking. Then again…perhaps you’ve just recently heard that whitewater courses are being built “all over” and are simply curious to know what all the noise is about. What do you need to know as you plan to build or enhance ... Hamilton Dam Page Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:16:08 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-3-t12.htm#12 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-3-t12.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-2-t11.htm FRPAdmin Flint Michigan White Water Park Project This is our group's page related to the potential White Water Park for the Hamilton Dam replacement project in Flint Michigan. As related in an article in the Flint Journal on Sunday October 14th, 2007, the 87-year-old dam is in critical need of being fixed. One proposed solution is creating a man-made section of white water that would both help the resident fish (namely Walleye) population, and create an otherwise lacking recreational opportunity ... Hamilton Dam Page Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:15:45 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-2-t11.htm#11 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-2-t11.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-1-t10.htm FRPAdmin The Basic information about the proposal from REP & Eric Hall that was presented to the Hamilton Dam Sub-committee of the Flint River Corridor Alliance: I have been working quite a bit recently with Recreation Engineering & Planning (REP) based out of Boulder Colorado. Initially I was working with the McLaughlin Group, but the level of support that is required in these early stages, to gain enough support and momentum to actually be able to present this proposal to the city, is ... Hamilton Dam Page Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:13:20 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-1-t10.htm#10 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/hamilton-dam-page-f17/initial-information-part-1-t10.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/michigan-whitewater-paddling-destinations-t9.htm FRPAdmin http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River_state-summary_state_MI_]]> Whitewater Resources Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:52:04 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/michigan-whitewater-paddling-destinations-t9.htm#9 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/whitewater-resources-f13/michigan-whitewater-paddling-destinations-t9.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-weekly-paddles-and-trips-f8/sunday-september-14th-weekly-paddle-t7.htm FRPAdmin All, Last night we paddled from the Flushing Township Nature Park to Barber Park in Montrose with the FRWC. It was a great event and everyone had a great time. I would like to get back on track with the weekly paddles this Sunday and I mentioned the meeting this Thursday night as well as the paddle on Sunday to everyone in attendance last night. I did however forget one thing until my wife pointed it out to me last night, I will be up on the AuSable this weekend Fly Fishing and Paddling ... Flint River Weekly Paddles and Trips Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:20:31 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-weekly-paddles-and-trips-f8/sunday-september-14th-weekly-paddle-t7.htm#7 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-weekly-paddles-and-trips-f8/sunday-september-14th-weekly-paddle-t7.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-paddling-information-f2/michigan-whitewater-paddling-destinations-t6.htm FRPAdmin This is the state directory of rivers as listed on American Whitewater @ http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River_state-summary_state_MI_ . The site has links to actual real time USGS information and descriptions of different stretches of the river. River Name/Section Class Level Rel. Level Updated Yellow Dog— B) 'Lower Dog': CR510 to CR550 (5.1 miles) ... Michigan Paddling Information Wed, 03 Sep 2008 18:33:06 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-paddling-information-f2/michigan-whitewater-paddling-destinations-t6.htm#6 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/michigan-paddling-information-f2/michigan-whitewater-paddling-destinations-t6.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/general-river-information-guides-data-f15/link-for-usgs-station-information-t4.htm FRPAdmin Here is the link for the USGS website. Useful for looking at flows and stages for any river with monitoring stations in place, while planning an upcomming trip. http://water.usgs.gov/ Here is the USGS site information for Michigan specifically. http://mi.water.usgs.gov/stations.php And last but not least is the USGS site information for the Flint River Specifically. http://waterdata.usgs.gov/mi/nwis/uv/?site_no=04148500&PARAmeter_cd=00060,00065 General River Information, Guides & Data Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:45:59 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/general-river-information-guides-data-f15/link-for-usgs-station-information-t4.htm#4 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/general-river-information-guides-data-f15/link-for-usgs-station-information-t4.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/flint-river-canoeing-guide-t3.htm FRPAdmin
http://web1.msue.msu.edu/genesee/natres/guide.htm

I have also discussed with the FRWC that our membership base would be a great asset for completing an updated version with more complete information. Possibly even releasing a printed version in addittion to an electronic version.]]> Flint River Paddling Information Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:34:20 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/flint-river-canoeing-guide-t3.htm#3 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/flint-river-canoeing-guide-t3.htm http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/club-dues-membership-in-the-flint-river-watershed-coalition-let-s-talk-t2.htm FRPAdmin As I have mentioned several times in the past, I have wanted our club to be dues free. I dont want it to be overly burdened with business meetings and politics, but rather I want it to be a community of paddlers who enjoy paddling with each other, using, protecting and improving the Flint River Watershed which we use for our sport. I have also mentioned a few times that since we do not have dues and we are a sponsored chapter of the Flint River Watershed Coalition (FRWC) that we should strongly ... Flint River Paddling Information Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:21:17 GMT http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/club-dues-membership-in-the-flint-river-watershed-coalition-let-s-talk-t2.htm#2 http://frpdf.forumotion.net/flint-river-paddling-information-f1/club-dues-membership-in-the-flint-river-watershed-coalition-let-s-talk-t2.htm