Paddling/Outdoor Resources
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Launch Map Site Bookmark this location of the page.
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Paddling Forums, Message Boards, and Web Sites Bookmark this location of the page.
- Paddling.net is now Paddling.com - All things paddling. From Buyers' Guides for canoes, kayaks and accessories to articles, classified items, photos, outfitters, dealers and so much more! Very active message boards .
- Northeast Paddlers Message Board - information and communication resource for paddlers in the Northeast Region. Events calendar, message boards, trip reports, paddling articles , and gear reviews.
- Boater Talk - a forum site dedicated to whitewater boating of all kinds.
- HMY - A Scouts Guide to Boating Knots - A guide to tying knots for large and small watercraft.
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Fishing and Kayak Angling Bookmark this location of the page.
- Kayak Anglers of Central PA - The Central PA chapter of the Kayak Anglers, a community of fellow kayak fishing enthusiasts.
- Riversmallies.com - the meeting place for river, stream, and creek smallmouth anglers!
- Tidewater Kayak Anglers Association (TKAA) - dedicated to promoting kayak angling in coastal Virginia and North Carolina.
- PA Fish and Boat Commission - boating and fishing regulatory agency in PA.
- Blue Ridge Kayak Fishing - founded by Jeff Little, provides kayak fishing instruction for anglers of all skill level throughout the Maryland & Virginia areas along the Blue Ridge Mountains.
- Lehigh Valley Kayak Bass Fishing Club - a new club in the Allentown area that's into fishing for smallmouth and large mouth bass from kayaks and canoes. They have an active fishing tournament schedule.
- Susquehanna Fishing Magazine (on Facebook) - A media resource for angling and other recreational activities on the Susquehanna River.
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River Trail Information Bookmark this location of the page.
- Pennsylvania Water Trail Resources - PA Fish & Boat Commission - Index of all the river trails in Pennsylvania. Links to information and maps and more.
- Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers - Advocates for the protection, restoration and enjoyment of our commonwealth of water resources, and conducts programs that foster stewardship, communication, leadership and action."
- Susquehanna River Water Trail - Middle Section - (Susquehanna River Trail Association) - 51 miles from Sunbury to Harrisburg. Their mission is to promote environmentally responsible recreation on the Susquehanna River and its islands.
- Susquehanna River Water Trail - West Branch - (Pennsylvania Lumber Heritage Region) - 240 miles from Cherry Tree to Sunbury.
- Susquehanna River Water Trail - Lower Section - (Susquehanna Gateway Heritage Area) - 52 miles from Harrisburg to Mason-Dixon Line.
- Susquehanna Greenway - The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership is a leading champion for the Susquehanna River Watershed. We advocate for public and private efforts to connect people with our natural and cultural resources, and promote a sustainable and healthy environment. Links to river trail information
- The Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network - connects you with the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers through 150 exceptional parks, wildlife refuges, museums, sailing ships, historic communities, trails and more.
- Northern Forest Canoe Trail - links the waterways of New York, Vermont, Québec, New Hampshire and Maine.
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Paddling Clubs Bookmark this location of the page.
- The Canoe Club of Greater Harrisburg - Harrisburg area.
- The Conewago Canoe Club (Facebook) - York area.
- The Lancaster Canoe Club (Facebook) - Lancaster area.
- Monocacy Canoe Club - Baltimore-Washington, D.C., area.
- Philadelphia Canoe Club - Philadelphia area.
- Keystone Canoe Club - Reading area.
- Greater Baltimore Canoe Club (Facebook) - Baltimore, Md. area.
- Canoe Cruisers Association - Greater Washington D.C. area.
- Mason-Dixon Canoe Club - Hagerstown, Md. area.
- Blue Ridge Voyageurs - Washington, DC area.
- West Virginia Wildwater Association - Charlstown, WV area.
- Keel Haulers Canoe Club - Northeast Ohio area. Nice links page and a useful River Ratings Page.
- Benscreek Canoe Club - Westsylvania region of Pennsylvania (near Johnstown).
- Lehigh Valley Canoe Club - Easton/Allentown area.
- Three Rivers Paddling Club - Pittsburgh area.
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National Paddling Organizations Bookmark this location of the page.
- American Canoe Association - The ACA is a great place for all kinds of paddling info!
- American Whitewater - A national organization with a membership of thousands of individual whitewater boating enthusiasts. Their mission is to conserve and restore America's whitewater resources and to enhance opportunities to use them safely.
- Safety Code of American Whitewater - Information you, as a paddler, should know. Includes the International Scale of Whitewater Difficulty.
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Conservation Organizations and Information Bookmark this location of the page.
- American Rivers - River conservation organization. Stop by and see what's going on throughout the country and in Central PA.
- Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay - The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay is a regional nonprofit organization that builds and fosters partnerships to protect and to restore the Bay and its rivers.
- Chesapeake Bay Foundation - working to save a National Treasure.
- Water Conservation & The Possibilities - information and links about conserving water put together by the Commercial Capital Training Group and pointed out to us by the studious kids at The Brenham Community Center in Texas - Thanks!
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Paddling Magazines Bookmark this location of the page.
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Instruction and Outfitters Bookmark this location of the page.
- NE PA Kayak School - Northeast PA (Lehigh)
- Valley Mill Kayak School - Darnestown, MD.
- Davey Hearn's Site - everything whitewater racing - for sport, fun and fitness.
- River & Trail Outfitters - Harpers Ferry Area.
- Downriver Canoe Co. - on South Fork of Shenandoah.
- Eden Mill Nature Center - Pylesville, MD
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Health and Care Bookmark this location of the page.
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Outdoor Resources Bookmark this location of the page.
- The Appalachian Trail
- Appalachian Mountain Club
- Essential First Aid Packing Tips for Summer Vacations, written by Dr. Mary Williams.
- Forest Holidays - 50+ Ways Outdoor Education Can Help Child Development
- Love Holidays - How to enjoy US national parks responsibly
- Pennsylvania Highlands Trail Project of AMC
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Pennsylvania State Parks Bookmark this location of the page.
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Government Bookmark this location of the page.
- PA Fish and Boat Commission - boating and fishing regulatory agency in PA.
- US Coast Guard Office of Boating Safety
- Susquehanna River Basin Commission - Susquehanna River Fact Sheet
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General Boating / Paddling Information Bookmark this location of the page.
- Start Local - Guide to Kayaking
- NRS - Learn Page - some useful paddling, rowing, clothing, and camping information
- The History of Lady Liberty - CBS video on the history of this landmark on the Susquehanna River at the Dauphin Narrows.
