mote and scenic stretch as the most spectacular multiday kayaking trip in California. No matter what level of river sport you’re planning, be sure to take caution by wearing a flotation device and helmet at all times. Remember the river can change from year to year, depending on winter floods. Watch for fallen trees, sand bars, rocks and other obstacles, and always scout rapids when possible.
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to the La Porte Road Bridge, with take out at the campground. The Wild and Scenic Zone of the Middle Fork past the La Porte Road Bridge is for teams of expert rafters and kayakers only. The renowned 32-mile, three-day trip to Milsap Bar is an extremely difficult wilderness adventure that takes experts past deep canyon walls, numerous boulders and waterfalls. Experts regard this re-
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Get a bunch of friends together to go rafting or kayaking, or join in some of the activities at the Graeagle Mill Pond (above).
Special Summer Flows Whitewater enthusiasts take note! The North Fork Feather River will once again have recreational flow releases on the Rock Creek section below Belden along Highway 70 during the following weekends: July 27 – 28, Aug. 24 – 25 and Sept. 28 – 29, 2013. Flows will range between 700 and 1,200 cubic feet per second from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and until 1 p.m. on Sundays. The Chico Paddleheads group will once again host its annual Feather Fest with races, a film festival and a party at Indian Jim Campground during the September release. For more information, call Dave Steindorf at American Whitewater, (530) 343-1871, or go to the American Whitewater website: www.americanwhitewater.org.
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WIFI at Marina Store, Merrill & Eagle Campgrounds Camping info: (530) 257-3067 • Marina info: (530) 825-3454 • Winter (Nov.-Apr.) (530) 257-3067 • P.O. Box 1771, Susanville, CA 96130 Email: lcfcougar@aol.com • Web: www.eaglelakerecreationarea.com CAMPING RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov Operated by Lassen College Foundation under a special use permit by the U.S. Forest Service. We are an Equal Opportunity Recreation Provider.
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