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.

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