| Ozarks Buffalo River Canoe and Hike | |
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| Sample Itinerary | |
| DAY 1: Your trip begins with an early breakfast at Tyler Bend Campground. From there your group will participate in a canoe orientation, load up the canoes, and begin paddling from the Pruitt Ranger Station. This section of the river is a flowing class I, ideal for all paddlers. After paddling past springtime wildflowers and historic settlements, your group will take camp at the Hasty campsite near Chimney Hole, a natural bridge near the Buffalo River. DAY 2: Wake up along the flowing river, eat breakfast and continue paddling your way towards the Mt. Hersey campsite. Throughout the day you'll catch glimpses of seasonal wildflowers, towering bluffs, and relics of early settlers and Native Americans. Wrap up the day with a relaxing swim or chance to go fishing. DAY 3: Get a chance to leave the canoes for a while and explore the bluffs created by the Richland Creek and Buffalo River. These waterways have eroded away at the rock leaving a 4 ft wide dividing bluff. Hiking up the backbone of the bluff yields a great view of the river and Richland Valley. Further on down stream you'll find Skull Bluff. If water levels are right, there may be the possibility to paddle into one of the cavities of Skull Bluff. DAY 4: The last full day on the river will take you from Woolum campground back to Tyler Bend campsite. You may have the opportunity to view some of the wildlife along the river like white tail deer, bobcat, and mink. Finish up the day with a hearty dinner and sharing of stories around the campfire. DAY 5: The last morning of the trip concludes with a morning paddle and hike. Visit the Collier Farmstead and Overlook. Another short paddle to Grinders Ferry where you'll have lunch and pick up your shuttle back the cars. This trip ends early afternoon after lunch. |
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| More Info & Registration: http://www.wildernessinquiry.org/buffaloriver |
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| Wilderness Inquiry | 808 14th Ave SE | Minneapolis, MN 55414 | (612) 676-9400 | info@wildernessinquiry.org |