The Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin Presents

The 2009 Potomac River Ramble – June 24 – 28

The Potomac River Rambles are a series of multi-day canoeing and Kayaking expeditions that feature environmental programming, riverside camping, restoration projects, festive meals, meetings with elected officials, and much more. Novice and experienced paddlers alike enjoy a unique on-the-water experience that builds a strong environmental ethic, while having a lot of fun in the process. The Rambles aim to elevate awareness of the Potomac River’s importance to the region and to encourage local residents to plan an active role in its restoration. Experience with boats is not necessary. Ramblers are responsible for their clothing, canoeing, and camping gear. Campsites will have water and potable toilets. We take care of the guides, food, and transportation of your gear from campsite to campsite. You enjoy the scenery, presentations, music, food, camaraderie and paddling.Monocacy/Potomac River Ramble

This year’s Ramble will feature the Monacacy Scenic River from the city of Frederick, MD through the Monocacy Aqueduct and down the Potomac, ending at the McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area. This year we have some great programs in store, including: Studying aquatic invaders with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the Hood College Biology Department; Examining the inter-sex smallmouth bass problem in the Potomac with the U.S. Geological Survey; Interpretive programs at the Monocacy National Battlefield Park; and Amphibian and wetland surveys with the ICPRB and Montgomery County DEP biologists.

2009 Potomac River Ramble Itinerary

Wednesday, June 24 Meet at Pinecliff Park, Frederick, MD. Evening Registration

Thursday, June 25 Monocacy – Pinecliff Park to Buckeystown Park

Friday, June 26 Buckeystown Park to the Monocacy Aqueduct

Saturday, June 27 Potomac – Mouth of Monocacy to Ball’s Bluff Park

Sunday, June 28 Ball’s Bluff Park to McKee-Beshers WMA (Return Shuttle)
Registration Deadline – June 12, 2009
Fees:
Adults $220.00
$55.00 per day
Children under 12
$180.00 $45.00 per day

Fees include meals, programs, shuttle and guide services. Boat rental, if needed, is NOT included.

For Information – Contact Coordinator: Adam Griggs at 301-984-1908 x 103 or agriggs@icprb.org for availability, reduced rates for groups, or to volunteer as a safety boater.