OCT Appomattox Sat 3/7

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Mon Feb 02, 2015 2:33 pm

At the moment the Appomattox level and forecasts are bouncing all over the place. If you're interested in this trip, please let me know. I should have a pretty good idea of whether this trip will run or not by lunchtime on Friday. I'm looking for at least 1000cfs on the Matoaca gage. 2000 would be better!

This is a very scenic section that feels remarkably remote. We almost always see bald eagles. Six significant rapids, with the last two being class 3+ (easy to sneak or walk). In between are tons of little class 2 read and run channels. The last rapid is NEW since the downstream dam was removed, and it is FUN! I hope the water cooperates. If it doesn't, I'll announce some kind of Plan 2.

gruss · Post by **gruss** » Mon Feb 02, 2015 4:11 pm

I'm planning to join you on this one, trying to talk a few more into it as well.

kyakbum · Post by **kyakbum** » Tue Feb 03, 2015 6:53 pm

Amy and are interested but it would be our PFD. What time are you meeting, about how much time does the trip take and where is the meeting place?

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Tue Feb 03, 2015 7:51 pm

*IF* we get the water I'm thinking maybe 10:30 at the takeout? I am flexible if someone needs another time though.
The takeout is a right where 36 crosses the river: 699 Fleet Street.
A leisurely trip at a lower level would take around 3.5 hours with plenty of time to surf and scout.

Spcharby · Post by **Spcharby** » Thu Feb 05, 2015 8:57 pm

Hi Chris,

Just curious if you think the Appomattox would be appropriate for a class two paddler? I'd like to join you if the river is running, but wouldn't want to bite off more than I can chew.

Thanks,

Steve

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Thu Feb 05, 2015 9:33 pm

As a Class 2 paddler you will probably want to walk the first and last rapids (both easy to scout and decide), and you would take the sneak line on Target Rock. It's totally worth coming along though - most of the trip by mileage is scenic class 2 stuff. That said, I really don't see us getting the water for this. I'll decide when I see the forecast tomorrow... if it doesn't happen this weekend I WILL run an Appomattox OCT on the next weekend that it runs.

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Fri Feb 06, 2015 11:44 am

Ok, it's official. This will NOT be happening this weekend due to low water. I will revive this thread and run the OCT on the next weekend that is suitable. In the meantime, I'll see you on the James. Thanks for all the interest.

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Wed Feb 25, 2015 6:17 pm

The Appomattox is running again. I am considering doing the OCT this weekend (Saturday?) if the water continues to cooperate. Who's still interested?

PrimaryColors · Post by **PrimaryColors** » Fri Feb 27, 2015 4:26 pm

Chris,
I'm still interested for Saturday. Next weekend should have even better water levels and weather. Let me know.

Paul

Turbo_D · Post by **Turbo_D** » Fri Feb 27, 2015 6:17 pm

I would love to join you guys, but there is very little time left in this year's ski sseason. Butlooking forward to ppaddling with you guys again sometime soon!

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Wed Mar 04, 2015 1:23 pm

Appomattox OCT Saturday 3/7 at 10am
Class 3, approx 6.5 miles and 3 hours
Meet at 699 Fleet St (where 36 crosses the river)
If this is your first time, consider coming a little early and we can walk up the trail from the takeout to scout the last 3 rapids.
Please let me know if you are coming. Thanks

gruss · Post by **gruss** » Wed Mar 04, 2015 3:12 pm

Hey Chris - I'm planning to join you on this one!

PrimaryColors · Post by **PrimaryColors** » Wed Mar 04, 2015 6:39 pm

I'll be there.

Paul

chromo · Post by **chromo** » Fri Mar 06, 2015 4:16 pm

The Appomattox trip is still looking good. The river is rising but is forecasted to level off at around 6.5 feet tonight. High of 53 degrees and sunny in Petersburg - yeah! 7 total paddlers so far. Come join us! I'll be there early to scout

open boater · Post by **open boater** » Sat Mar 07, 2015 7:51 am

I will be there as well