Beach Island
Holiday Weekend
Beach Island
Weekday
Safety:
All members of your group should watch the US Coast Guard’s 16 minute Safety Video before arrival. Riverboat Roger will orient you to the local area, and go through a short safety checklist which includes a liability waiver.
Equipment:
Canoe 1;- 5-person, 16′ Aluminum, Max (people): 695 lbs., Max Total: 775 lbs., Max (individual): 240 lbs.
Canoe 2 – 3-person, 17′ Aluminum, Max (people): 650 lbs., Max Total: 780 lbs., Max (individual): 240 lbs.
Kayaks 1 & 2: Pelican – 1-person each, 10′ plastic, capacity-225 lbs.
Kayaks 3 & 4: Quest Canyon – 1-person each, 10′ plastic, capacity-275 lbs.
We provide boats, paddles, life preservers, map, and emergency whistles.
We have some water shoes if you need them. Don’t mess up your nice shoes. We recommend you bring water and a picnic lunch.
Tour Guide
Riverboat Roger will spend about half an hour for briefing and launch. If he is available, for a fee, he will guide you for 2 hours; long enough to get to beach island, walk the length of the beach twice, and return. Bring him a sandwich and he’ll stay longer. He will help paddle a canoe, navigate, give instruction, and assist however he is needed.
Flora
American Lotus Flowers and Lily Pads
The American Lotus blooms abundantly most years from mid July to early Sept. There are many other types of interesting plants all over the islands and growing along the banks.
Fauna
Snapping Turtle
You will likely see a number of large turtles sunning themselves on a log. Also numerous are Eagles, Muskrat, Beaver, many species of Fish, and all sorts of Migratory Waterfowl (in spring and fall). The variety of birds is astounding. Stop paddling and listen to their songs.
Sandy Beach Island
Little Known Paradise
Take an easy 45 minute paddle to a special destination known by all the local boaters. Of course it is a favorite, with 1,780 feet of wonderful sandy shoreline (the length of nearly 6 football fields) and a lovely tree line. Bring a picnic lunch to eat on Beach Island.
Book a Canoe or Kayak Trip!
Call or Text Riverboat Roger with any questions!
office: 815-776-9945
cell: 608-331-0000