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Old 10-28-2018, 02:18 PM   #6
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Mahoning River-New Hillsville Launch to Cover Crossing, Trip Leader Mike Danko
October 21st

A small brave group of 6 met up for a true cold water paddle. With temps in the lower 40's we had 4 kayaks (Wayne, Mark, Jessica & Ron) & 2 Canoes (Ed Rigby & Myself)
Bob Danko came down and helped with the shuttle, but wouldn't paddle.

With the colder than normal temps we shorted the trip to a 6 mile stretch using a new launch in Lawrence County PA. It is located in Hillsville rd. and the proper launch name is

Beyond Corporation LLC Launch
567 Hillsville Rd, Edinburg, PA 16116 (Mahoning Township)
GPS 41°01'26.3"N 80°29'48.8"W
This Launched opened early 2018.

A beautiful easy paddle, but very little color as most tree's haven't turned color on that day. We had one carnage by radio rapid, but it served as a great learning tool on recovery of boat and how to empty a kayak with two people instead of using a drain hole.
Looking forward to the new launch at coverts crossing as it was muddy and slick at the take out.

Just before shuttle we were greeted by Chuck Miller and friend as they did the 9 mile section.
Over all a great day with couple of us going out afterwards for dinner.
Thank you to all who braved the cold day for a great paddle.
Mike Danko
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