Weekend Trip

Swamp Base is now offering weekend paddling trips! These trips are designed to provide Scouts with an opportunity to experience the swamp during the fall, winter, and springtime, when water levels are different, the leaves are changing colors, temperatures are cooler, or when the nesting bird populations are at their peak.

Based on the nature of the activity, participation is limited to older Scouts. Groups must consist of at least 8 people and reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Minimum age for Scouts is 10.5 years old and part of Scouts, BSA, Venturing or Sea Scouting.

Every trip is rated (Level 1 = easy, Level 2 = intermediate, and Level 3 = difficult), so that Scouts can pick the best paddling experience for their group. Trips are rated based on a number of factors, including:

Paddling distance
Ease of navigation
Amount of open water paddling
Exposure to the sun
Outside impacts (other boaters, invasive vegetation, etc.)

Available Dates:

Weekends, September - April

Fees:

**A 25% (or approximate amount) non-refundable deposit is required to make a reservation.**

Provided Gear:

Wenonah tandem canoes
Astral PFDs (life jackets)
Werner kayak paddles
* Transportation of gear is provided

What to Bring (Day Trips):

Food - Trail lunch and snacks
Water - 1 gallon of water per person, per day
Water filters or tablets
Sunscreen
Paddle clothing - quick drying and wide brimmed hat
Extra clothing (in case you get wet)
Rain gear
First Aid kit

What to Bring (Overnight Trips):

Food - Trail snacks and meals (Please note: NO FOOD IS PROVIDED & CAMPSITES DO NOT HAVE REFIGERATORS)
Pots, pans, and a mess kit
Water - 1 gallon of water per person, per day
Sleeping bags
Pillows
Tents or tent hammocks for camping
Water filters or tablets
Sunscreen
Paddle clothing - quick drying and wide brimmed hat
Extra clothing (in case you get wet)
Towels
Rain gear
First Aid kit

To make a reservation, please email ben.pierce@scouting.org or call 337-235-8552 and ask for Director Ben Pierce.