May 22-28, (Sat - Fri) Week of Rivers. Canoe/Kayak, Class 3-4 whitewater. Target dates May 22 to May 28, & maybe through May 30. Kayakers are welcome as are paddlers from other chapters. We paddle an equal amount of class 3 & class 4 rivers; be prepared for both. Most years the trip has centered in WV. But, in 2007 we went to NY & NH as water in WV and deep south was too low. I will target WV or VA if they have water. Bring wetsuits, wetjackets, neoprene gloves, and drysuits, because I don't control the weather. Probable states: WV & VA. Hoteling and camping (car-top). Class 3 boaters welcome, we will have a strong supportive group. If you're not a class 3 or 4 boater, call me to discuss. Send me a letter with the following: telephone number(s), e-mail address, $10 deposit for shuttle fees, your boating experience, by 5/09/2010 to Jeffrey S. DePue

May 22, (Sat) Brandywine River. Class 1. We will paddle the East Branch of the Brandywine, from Harmony Hill to Shaws Bridge Park. This Chester County river is easy and interesting, but may be shallow. Esther & Walt Underhill,

May 29, (Sat) Lehigh River, Scheduled release, class 2-3. For whitewater paddlers with their own equipment. Eric Pavlak,

June 5, (Sat) Beginner Canoe Training: Moving Water. Learn to handle more challenging water. Refine strokes learned in the first class and acquire new skills in boat handling such as eddy turns, ferrying, mid-river rescue, river reading and safety. If the river cooperates you may even get to do a little surfing. Participation in the beginner’s class (May 17) or a river resume required. Do things in a canoe that you did not know were possible. Joint trip with the Churchville Nature Center. Either Delaware or Schuylkill River. All equipment provided. AMC & CNC members $40, non-members $50. Take this and the May 17 training for $70/$90. Leaders: John Chalikian, and Walt Underhill, Participants must register with the Churchville Nature Center, 215-357-4005.

June 12, (Sat) Great Egg Harbor River, Class 1. This winding South Jersey River may have some windfall. We'll do Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. There is a livery nearby so rentals are available. Esther & Walt Underhill,

Jun. 12-13 (Sat - Sun) Lehigh River. Scheduled release, class 2-3.Either or both day, depending on group and weather. For whitewater paddlers with own equipment. Jim Snyder,

June 12-13 (Sat - Sun) Mullica River Canoe Camping, Wharton State Forest, Class 1. Overnight canoe trip with camping at the Mullica River Wilderness Campsite. This flat, gentle flowing and narrow river has many sharp turns as it flows through cedar swamps, savanna marshes, bogs and forest. Instructions will be given for what to bring and packing your overnight gear to keep it dry. Canoe rental, camping fee and a community dinner and breakfast are included in the $50 cost per person ($100 per tandem canoe). $15 per person for private boat. Contact leader Rich Pace for more trip details.

June 15, (Tues.) Brandywine River. Class 1. This section from Shaws Bridge Park to Smith’s Bridge Park, Delaware, will require getting your feet wet. Esther & Walt Underhill,

June 19, (Sat) Wading River in the Pine Barrens, class 1, from Hawkins Bridge to Bodine Field. Joint trip with the Churchville Nature Center. Shuttle from Churchville, PA to river, or meet near put-in. Rentals available via Churchville Nature Center (215- 357-4005), please contact leader at least a week in advance. Reinilde Heyrman,

June 26-27. (Sat - Sun) Lehigh River. Scheduled release, class 2-3. Either or both day, depending on group and weather. For whitewater paddlers with own equipment (see below). John Milne,

July 4. (Sun) Sea Kayak on the Chesapeake. We will circle Beautiful Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge below Rock Hall MD, about 10 to 11 miles. Equipment rentals available for those with roof racks. Novice (not beginner) to intermediate. For touring kayaks 12 foot or longer. Spray skirts required. Eric Pavlak,

July 10. (Sat) Lehigh River. Scheduled release, class 2-3. Either or both day, depending on group and weather. For whitewater paddlers with own equipment . John Milne,

Jul. 10-11 (Sat - Sun). Solo Open Canoe Training. CANCELED.

July 11 (Sun) Delaware River Kayak, Phillipsburg to Frenchtown, Class 1+. All-day 20 mile kayak trip with transportation and rentals available. Private boat transportation is $20. With rental kayak it's $35. Early start. Limited to 14 participants. Beyond 14, must provide your own shuttle. Optional post trip gathering at leaders barn. Contact Donna Morgan, , for registrations made between June 25 and July 1. Rich Pace,

July 17 (Sat) Child friendly Pine Barrens Trip. Class 1, moving flatwater. Children 5 and over welcome, must be able to swim and be accompanied by a parent. All children, as well as, adults must have a proper fitting PFD. Canoe rentals are available. Advance reservations needed for rentals. Bob Krisak,

July 17 (Sat) Swiftwater Safety Session. Paddlers of all skill levels welcome. Cost is $15 for students, instructor/volunteers are free. This course will be tailored to the needs of the group. We'll cover swimming rapids, self-rescue, group rescue, equipment recovery, group actions, scene management, gear and more. On the Delaware River at the Lambertville wing dam. Register by 7/15. Eric Pavlak

July 24-25 Lehigh release, class 2-3, Either or both day, depending on group and weather. For whitewater paddlers with own equipment (see below). John Milne,

July 25-30 Canoe Tripping on de Lievre River - Quebec, Canada. Four to five days of river tripping and class 3-3+ whitewater. Solo or tandem open boats and suitably sized gear-holding kayaks. Limited number of physically-fit participants with whitewater and camping experience and a good attitude. Doug Weekes,

July 31-Aug. 1, Sat-Sun. Lehigh River scheduled release, class 2-3. The trip will be Saturday, unless the weather dictated paddling Sunday. For whitewater paddlers with their own equipment. Eric Pavlak,

August 7-8 (Sat - Sun) Youghiogheny Whitewater & Bike Weekend . We'll paddle the Class 3+ lower Yough on Saturday (and possibly the loop on Friday evening if participants arrive early and another river leader is present). Participants may opt to paddle on Sunday. Camping at Ohiopyle State Park Kentuck Campground, Friday and Saturday evenings. Participants are responsible for reservations on their own; . Eric Pavlak 610-650-8926,

August 7, (Sat) Delaware River Kayak, Riegelsville to Frenchtown, Class 1+. Leisure kayak trip down the scenic Delaware River. Cost with rental kayak and transportation is $32.10 incl. tax. Private boat is $21.40. Limited to 14 participants. Rental kayaks are Perception Prodigy 12.0. Distance is approx. 9 miles. This is a Meetup coordinated trip. Meeting time approx. 9:45 AM in Frenchtown. Rich Pace, 908-763-6499,

August 14, (Sat) Lehigh Release, Class 2-3. Scheduled release. For whitewater paddlers with their own equipment. Damian Cuce, 508 954 5829, .

August 21, (Sat) Lehigh Release, Class 2-3. Scheduled release. For whitewater paddlers with their own equipment. Damian Cuce, 508-954-5829, .

August 21, (Sat) Lower Lehigh River. Class 1+. We will do a section of the lower Lehigh, Palmerton to Walnut Port. Interesting water and nice scenery. Lunch stop at a nature center on the river where the AT crosses overhead. Walt & Esther Underhill, 610-827-7776, .

August 21, (Sat) Delaware River, Milford to Bulls Island, Class 1+, Scenic trip down Delaware River. Cost with rental kayak and transportation is $34.60 including tax. Private boat, $20. Limited to 14 participants. Rental kayaks are Perception Prodigy 12.0. Distance is approximately 12 miles. This is a Meetup-coordinated trip. Meeting time approximately 9:45am, Frenchtown. After registration, instructions will be sent for making payment to our outfitter. Leader: Rich Pace, 908-763-6499, . Register with Al Schwartz, 610-258-0959, . Wait listed,

Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 3-6, Lower Youghiogheny, Class 3+ whitewater. Paddle one of America's great rivers. A good time to move your skill level up a notch. Open to all paddlers, but open boaters particularly encouraged to participate as we plan a strong supportive weekend for aspiring intermediate and beyond canoeists. Reserved group camping at state campground. Will help organize ride-share. Doug Weekes, , 609-426-4457.

Sept, 12-18 Ashuapmushuan River, Quebec, Wilderness WW Trip, Ninety miles of pristine nature and high volume whitewater. The portages limit this one to solo or tandem open canoes. Group travel and camping. Must be experienced camper and minimum advanced intermediate whitewater canoeist, plus a good attitude. Number of participants limited. Doug Weekes, , 609-426-4457.

Sun., Sep. 12-18. West Branch Penobscot River, Class 1, & Katahdin hiking, 2F10, both in Maine. Five days canoe-camping and two days hiking, Baxter State Park including a climb up Katahdin. Base camp is remote the Allagash Gateway Campground. Approximate cost: $375 per person, includes canoe rental, transportation to put in, camping fees, North Maine Woods access fee, all meals for 7 days, Baxter fee, and a post trip restaurant dinner. Group-size limited to 12. Rich Pace, 908-763-6499,

Sept. 19, (Sun), Schuylkill River, Boathouse Row. Join us for a leisurely late summer paddle on the Schuylkill River. We will paddle for ~2 hours and see the sights of Fairmount Park from the river and paddle paste Boat House row.  We will paddle as a group and keep a leisurely pace. Time and launch information will be sent to registrants prior to trip. There will be no rental boats available, participants will need their own kayak or canoe. Leader, Donna Morgan; registration & more info: co-leader Paul Potochniak, 908-890-0323,

October 16 (Sat.) Brandywine River and Museum Trip. Class 1. Join AMC and Churchville Nature Center for a unique paddling trip with a touch of art and good food thrown in for extra fun. We will be paddling this beautiful stretch of Chester County from just below Shaw’s bridge to Thompson Bridge, about 11 miles. We will stop at the Brandywine River Museum for lunch and a tour of the museum. After the trip all are invited back to Barb’s (CNC leader) house in West Chester for a bread and soup dinner. Fee: own boat $10 for museum(optional). AMC/CNC members/Non $26/$31 for canoe, pfd, paddle and museum. Bring lunch, water and clean, dry shoes for museum. For more details contact leader: John Chalikian 215-635-3516 or . if you need a boat contact Churchville Nature Center 215-357-4005 - 10 to 5 closed Mondays.