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May 21 - 27, 2009
$875
Mary Coffin, Leader
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Daily
Itinerary
On any given day the itinerary may change slightly due to weather (wind, rain), water/trail conditions or group strength. DAY 1, Thursday, May 21, 2009: Travel, rendezvous
with group and orientation. Fly into Little Rock, AR airport where we
will be met by our outfitter’s van(s) at 4:00 pm. Arrange flights to
arrive before 4:00. There will be a 2 hour ride to Hasty Campground,
near Chimney Hole, a natural bridge near the Buffalo River. Here we
will participate in a canoe orientation and set up camp for the night.
DAY 2, Friday, May 22, 2009 Wake up along the
flowing river, eat breakfast and paddle your way towards the Mt. Hersey
Campsite. Throughout the day you'll catch glimpses of seasonal
wildflowers, towering bluffs, and relics of early settlers and Native
Americans. Wrap up the day with a relaxing swim or chance to go fishing.
DAY 3, Saturday, May 23, 2009 Have a chance to
leave the canoes for a while and explore the bluffs created by the
Richland Creek and Buffalo River. These waterways have eroded away at
the rock leaving a 4 ft wide dividing bluff. Hiking up the backbone of
the bluff yields a great view of the river and Richland Valley. Return
to your canoes and paddle further on down stream. If water levels are
right, there may be the possibility to paddle into one of the cavities
of Skull Bluff. Camp for the night at Woolum Campground.
DAY 4, Sunday, May 24, 2009 The last full day on
the river will take you from Woolum Campground to Tyler Bend Campsite.
You may have the opportunity to view some of the wildlife along the
river like whitetail deer, bobcat, and mink. Finish up the day with a
hearty dinner and sharing of stories around the campfire.
DAY 5, Monday, May 25, 2009 Visit the Collier
Farmstead and Overlook. Then paddle a short distance to Grinders Ferry
where you'll have lunch and prepare for the hiking portion of your trip.
DAY 6, Tuesday, May 26, 2009 Spend the day
exploring a selection from over 100 miles of trails throughout the
Buffalo River Region, America's first protected national river. Routes
to be decided.
DAY 7, Wednesday, May 27, 2009 The last morning of
the trip concludes with a morning hike and a return shuttle to Little
Rock. A picnic lunch will be provided along the drive.
Do not plan departure flight before 1PM For more information and to sign up, contact the leader, Mary Coffin, 328 Deepsprings Road, Chittenango, NY 13037, telephone 315- 687-3589, E-mail mcoffin1@twcny.rr.com. |