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St. Francis Sunken Lands Day Paddle


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Paddle Description -  10:00 am to noon
The  St Francis Sunken Lands is a  large open cypress stand.  We will be paddling flat water for 2 - 2.5 hours.  There is no perceptible current, but just enough to keep the cypress stand free of underbrush.

The origin and characteristics of the area are similar to Reelfoot lake.  However, it’s closer to Memphis and the cypress stands are more open to paddling than Reelfoot or Wapanocca. The Trumann Chamber of Commerce is eager to establish the area a part of a canoe trail. Some background information about the sunken lands is here.

There is a good launch ramp and plenty of parking but no restroom facilities. No shuttle is required.  

Like other areas accessible to the Mississippi River, there are Asian Carp present.  They are harmless, but a jumping fish, especially one that lands in your boat can be unsettling. 

Also,  access to beaches and other land areas is extremely limited.  The venue may be unsuitable for paddlers younger than ten years old or others uncomfortable in a boat for 2 - 2.5 hours.

Powered fishing boats may be present in the open areas, but have not been a problem to paddlers during past visits. 


Due to the COVID-19 pandemic

 - All Bluff City Canoe Club fees and paperwork will be handled online.
 - Participation is limited to 15 paddlers (a waiting list is available.)
 - We will maintain social distance and wear masks during the launch and take-out.
 - You should be able to load, unload, transport, get into and get out of your own boat without assistance unless you have arranged a paddle partner. 


Before the Paddle
We will meet in the shopping strip parking lot on the north side of McDonald's in Marion, AR.  There is plenty of parking for cars and trailers. You may wish to visit McDonald's.  There are no restrooms at the launch area.

We will begin the caravan from McDonald's at 9:00 am.  In the lake by 10:00 am.

Other Details

This paddle is for Bluff City Canoe Club members and their guests.  If you are not a member, we'd love to have you join.  Membership is only $30 per year and includes your entire family. 

You can join here --> Member Signup / Information

We will comply with American Canoe Association (ACA) safety and insurance requirements. Every paddler must a wear a PFD on the water.

You must have completed an ACA Smart Waiver within the past 12 months.



Participants who are not a current annual ACA member must purchase a ACA Single Event Membership at $5/person. You will be able to purchase this membership during registration.

If you would like to purchase an annual ACA membership the link is here.

















When:
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Where:
St Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Mgt Area
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GPS: 35.602658, -90.462
Oak Donick Ln
Trumann, AR  
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
September Young
901-283-6923 (c)
Category:
Trip
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Paddle this Event - Free with BCCC and ACA Annual Membership
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