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Seasonal<br />
Paddling<br />
Risks<br />
Weather<br />
The <strong>Rancocas</strong> <strong>Creek</strong> watershed has a basically temperate climate for paddling. Exemplary times to paddle are<br />
in the Spring and Fall months. Late August water levels in the Pine Barrens drop making paddling a slog across<br />
low water. Freshest and thunder storms are encountered in mid to late Summer. Ice freezes the <strong>Creek</strong> during<br />
periods of time in the winter. Summer brings hot and humid conditions. Take time to cool off and avoiding<br />
heat related medical issues. Winter paddling a beast of different extremes.<br />
Winter paddling is enjoyable. Paddle Safe. Outfit ones yak for winter paddling. Wear a PFD, follow a float<br />
plan, never paddle alone.<br />
Paddling.<br />
Always wear layers. Bring dry clothes. Contact Pathways for specifics of Winter<br />
R ancocas Pathways<br />
www.rcnwt.com<br />
Exploring Historic Pathways, Discovering New Understandings