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    Tips on Canoeing and Kayaking

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Please NOTE: The banks of the river are PRIVATE PROPERTY. Any posted signs must be strictly adhered to!

 Frequently Asked Questions


We're putting together a list of questions our customers frequently ask - or that we think will be helpful for your trip planning. If you don't find your question & answer here, feel free to contact us for more information.
 

Canoeing FAQs              Henry Horton FAQs        Canoeing TIPs
 


What is the Duck River Like (fast/slow)?

Answer:   The Duck River is a slow, meandering river. It is perfect for beginners or families with children that want a relaxing ride without having too much prior canoe/kayak knowledge or skill. The river usually is about 4-5 feet deep on avg. Though there are spots that are much deeper and also some spots that are much more shallow. Water level is always in direct relation to the amount of precipitation that we have had in the area. Due to the number of cities that are getting water from the river, even in dry weather we have a good flow so cities can get the water they need. Back to Top

Can I bring my own canoe or kayak on one of your trips?

Answer:   Yes you can. We charge the same price. You bring it and we will drop you in for either our 3 or 4-hour trip, as well as the overnight trip. Back to Top

Are the canoe/kayak/tubing trips guided?

Answer:   No, we do not have guides for our trips on the Duck River. We are strictly an outfitter that provides rental equipment and the service of transportation to and from the river. It's real simple -- you go down the stream until you see the stop sign. In 36 years no one has accidentally got lost. Back to Top

Are we allowed to bring food and beverages on the Duck River?

Answer:    Yes, you may bring food and  beverages...glass container beverages are strictly forbidden and will not be tolerated. Please be aware that we need to keep our waterways clean, so please remember that all trash needs to be packed out in a trash can available at take-out. Back to Top

Are we allowed to bring pets on the river trips?

Answer:   Yes, pets are welcome to play on the river as well, though, owners must be aware that they will be riding in vans or buses to the river put-in and must get along with other people and possibly other pets. Back to Top

What is the maximum number of people that you can accommodate?

Answer:  We can accommodate 100 people at one time in the middle of the summer. If you have a large group, the further in advance the reservation is made, the more likely we are to accommodate your group. We will use large buses to transport people to and from the river. Back to Top

What is the refund policy for trips?

Answer:   Weather conditions for outdoor activities change constantly throughout the day. We try to make reasonable predictions on weather conditions every morning, before reserved trips are scheduled to depart. However, during the course of the day before our closing time, numerous changes may occur in local weather conditions that we simply cannot predict. Therefore, the policy at Duck River Canoe Trips is TO OFFER REFUNDS  due to weather conditions during your outdoor activity. Back to Top

How do I know when I get to the end of the trip?

Answer:   There's a stop sign on the left side of the river. Do not go past the bridge.  Back to Top
 

Where can I find a restroom at the office?

Answer:   At the BP station next door.  Back to Top
 

Why doesn't the Exxon let canoers use the restroom????

Answer:   Someone should contact Exxon corporate headquarters, because we don't know.  Back to Top


   
   
         

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