Meet at the boat ramp/parking lot on the left just before you get to
Statenville heading east on Hwy 94 at 1:30. Boat launch is at 2. We will
paddle upstream for 30 to 45 min. and then float back down. The river
will likely be up, so it should be a work out.
The river water temperature is currently
50 degrees Fahrenheit, so dress warmly.
The Alapaha River at Statenville is currently at
9 feet and rising, which is well above the level recommended by
Brown’s Guide for this river.
Jungle-like in its remoteness and luxurious with exotic vegetation, the dark reddish-brown waters of the Alapaha wind through a swampy wonderland teeming with wildlife. Signs of habitation are rare along the river’s course; only a few isolated cabins intrude on the remote tranquility.
Here’s a map:
You can join the facebook event or come as you are.
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The outing is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 18. The weather will be cool, so dress accordingly.