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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Hi Fellow Paddlers: I would like to announce
this year’s (as Win so aptly put “this trip should continue as a
yearly tradition”) Topock Gorge paddle and camping trip with the dates
being Friday – Sunday, November 14th-16<sup>th</sup>. It will be a full
moon which will make for great camping and an extra moonlight paddle for those
interested. We will be camping at </span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'>Park</span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'> </span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Moabi</span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'> </span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'>Regional</span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'> </span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Park</span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'> on the peninsula, which is right on the
river, and the cost for camping is $22.00 per vehicle per night and a one time
$2.00 fee per kayak (kayak fee payable upon arrival). If you plan on staying
an extra day and if you will be requiring hook ups, both of which add to the
cost, you can contact the park for </span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'>info</span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'>. Camp space is limited to 10 vehicles. The camp is a
large area with the beach right next to it and there are flush toilets, fresh
water and covered picnic tables. This will be a dog-free event.</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>WACKO – <a
href="http://www.azwacko.com/">www.azwacko.com</a></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Park Moabi – <a
href="http://www.moabi.com/gorge.htm">www.moabi.com/gorge.htm</a> Telephone:
760-326-3831</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>SCHEDULE:</span></font></p>
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color:black'>Ų<font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Directions
– US 15 North to </span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Barstow</span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'>, east on US 40 to Needles to Park Moabi </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:30.0pt'><font size=3 color=black
face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> Turn off.</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Friday – November 14<sup>th</sup></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=3
color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>1.<font
size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Take
the day off and drive to Park Moabi approximately 4-1/2 to 5 ½ hours from </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'>L.A.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=3
color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>2.<font
size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Set up
camp, go for a short paddle or just relax.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=3
color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>3.<font
size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Potluck
dinner with late comers welcome!</span></font></p>
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face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Saturday –November 15<sup>th</sup></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=3
color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>1.<font
size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Early
breakfast then launch at </span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'>9:00 a.m.</span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'> for a 16 mile downriver paddle through beautiful Topock Gorge
with a lunch stop along the way (bring food, beverage and mooring line) to
Castle Rock north of Lake Havasu City.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=3
color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>2.<font
size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>Returned
to camp by WACKO, bring 2 – 12 foot straps (or longer) to secure your
kayak to the shuttle trailer. Shuttle fee is $22.00 per kayak payable in cash
at time of pickup. There is a walk from the take out beach to the parking lot
so bring wheels or a strong friend.</span></font></p>
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color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>3.<font
size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>
</span></font></span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'>The Big
potluck dinner and campfire (please bring wood).</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Sunday – November 16<sup>th</sup>.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> 1. Breakfast and paddle or just
sleep in and relax before striking camp and </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> heading home.</span></font></p>
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face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
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face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>The weather is usually warm days with
chilly nights and beautiful skies. Be prepared to bring warm clothes in a dry
bag since wind or rain is always possible. Nevertheless, we will paddle so
bring appropriate gear. This is a great trip suitable for those new to the
paddling sport as well as anyone who appreciates paddling in remote areas with
beautiful desert and mountain vistas.</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>All paddlers must have and wear a PFD at
all times on the water. Also, bring a waterproof light and appropriate safety
gear.</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>To secure your place on this trip, send
your checks for $44.00 (2 nights) to….</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Judie Howell</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Please also RSVP via email at <a
href="mailto:Jhowell@4gtf.com">Jhowell@4gtf.com</a></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'>Disclaimer: Each paddler is responsible
for their own safety. This is not a club sanctioned paddle. We watch out for
one another and assist one another, but all individuals are responsible for and
manage their own safety. This responsibility includes assessing your gear,
skill level, and physical conditioning relative to conditions, as well as
making decisions about what you will or will not do. Participants acknowledge
that kayaking in inherently dangerous and can lead to physical injury including
death as well as property damage.</span></font></p>
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