#5 Kayak - Contoocook River from the Contoocook Canoe Company

• Trip registration closes 24 hour prior to the Meet Time.
• Covid-19 Protocol:    Wear a mask if you feel more comfortable on the shuttle bus and when we are assisting one another within a 6 ft. distance. 
• Meet Time:  9:30am  Check In/Shuttle: 10am    End Time: 3pm                      Be respectful of others - Be on time - Be early if you need more prep time!                                                              The shuttle WILL NOT wait!                                                                       
• Event Details: Kayaks will be loaded onto the boat trailer.  We will take the shuttle bus up river to Contoocook Village.  We unload at a historic railroad station-the Riverway Park Boat Launch. This kayak paddle down river is a leisurely 9 mile paddle along the peaceful Contoocook River.   Paddling is approximately 4 - 6 hours down river back to Contoocook River Canoe Company.  A stop at Daisy Beach is a great beach for swimming and picnicking.  

• SHUTTLE RESERVATION & FEE: Is $15 00. You must call, 603-753-9804, to reserve your spot on the shuttle.  State your name, I am with The NH Ski Club, reserving a shuttle spot for the 10 am shuttle on Saturday, July 24th. 
• KAYAK RENTALS - Available: You must call, 603-753-9804, to reserve your kayak rental (kayak, paddle & lifejacket). Rental price is $33.00. You need to state your name, I am with the NH Ski Club on the Saturday, 7/24 10 am kayak shuttle paddle.  
• Meet at:   9:30 am to unload, get your kayak to the boat trailer and equipment to the bus.  FYI: Bring tip $ for the driver-tip when we get off the bus at the Put-In.
• Check-in at the shop.  Pay shuttle fee cash or charge.                                   
• Meet at:  10:00 am  Our group meets with Pat at the shop where the chairs are, after the buses and trailers are loaded. Pat will go over the map of the river, areas to identify, and safety issues.                                                                    A special note from Pat, the owner:  "There are inherent risks in a trip on the river. Because of this, Contoocook River Canoe Co. LLC does not assume responsibility for the injury, death or loss of property. You will be required to sign a liability release form before running the river. No alcohol allowed, a Lifejacket (PFD) must be worn."

As a NH Ski Club member, I will make sure I have the right supplies & equipment to keep myself safe while participating in this event along with any guest(s) I choose to bring.   I will stay with the group!

• Checklist of things to bring:

- PFD - Paddle(s) - Plenty of drinking water - Lunch/Snacks
- Bathing Suit/Towel/HAT - Insect repellent - Sunscreen
- Water Toys... Pumps double nicely as a water squirter!
- Water Shoes, no flip flops  - Rain Gear!... two 10 gallon bags have multi uses.

• AS A CONDITION OF ATTENDING THIS KAYAK DAY TRIP, YOU AGREE TO: Hold harmless, and indemnify the organizer(s) and their relations and heirs, and all members and participants of the NH Ski Club from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this Meetup. Kayaking, camping, hiking, skiing, bicycling and other activities pose inherent risks and dangers. Participation in these activities is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgement. In the interest of safety, wearing a Lifejacket (PFD), securely fitted is required while paddling with this group.          All Guest(s) will be required to sign a NHSC Disclaimer-Liability Release.                 
• Trip Organizers:  Nancy KC  kcaronn@yahoo.com                                                                                Deb S          deborah.schelzel@gmail.com                                 Trip Leaders:       Laura B. & Lyla O'Neil.