Shattuck Park to Lutz Park - July 21 ↵
The granddaddy of our paddle series, Park-to-Park gives paddlers a taste of river paddling and the open water of a small piece of Lake Winnebago. The Menasha Lock will be closed. We will portage around the lock and dam. A group of Menasha High School soccer players will again be there to help carry boats. (Bring along some tip money or write a check later to support their team.) The Lower Fox displays some of the area's most dramatic houses on the way to the landing at Lutz Park and birders are often rewarded with an eagle siting.
Joining Us?
BEFORE THE PADDLE
- Please let us know! Tap the button above to let us know to count you in. It helps us plan but doesn't commit you to the trip. You will register and pay your $10 per person at the launch (under 16 free with an adult).
- Make registration go faster. Fill out this online fillable form for the ACA Adult Waiver or ACA Youth Waiver in advance and bring it to the landing. This is a good time to become a member of NEWP for $10 per year.
At a Glance
Miles: 8.5
Arrive: Starting at 7 a.m., drop off gear and passengers at Shattuck Park and shuttle vehicles to Lutz Park. Take bus back to Shattuck. Shuttles leave Lutz at 7:30, 8, 8:30 and 9 a.m.
Launch: 9:20 a.m., Shattuck Park, Neenah. Restrooms available.
Lunch: Lunch may be available at the Appleton Yacht Club.
Land: Lutz Park, Appleton, ETA 12:30 p.m. Restrooms available.
Difficulty: Intermediate for distance and open water. Early takeouts available. Rescue boat support.
Safety
For the safety of all, ACA rules require you must wear your PFD (lifejacket) AT ALL TIMES when on the water and no alcohol during paddles, Bring water, sunscreen and select a paddle buddy.
What if there's weather?
We will paddle in rain, but will immediately get off the water if there is lightning. Check here at our webpage or on our Facebook page if the weather threatens to cancel the event. If you have pre-registered, check your email for updates.
Camping
High Cliff State Park is the closest state campground.
Boat rentals
- Fox River Kayaking Co.
Appleton, 920-931-4311,
adventure@foxriverkayakingcompany.com - Expedition Addicts,
Green Bay, 920-360-0355
staff@expeditionaddicts.com - Adventure Outfitters,
Waupaca, 715-258-0775,
tim@adventureoutfittersllc.com - Dragonfly Paddlers
Shiocton, 920-205-4096