Join us Saturday, July 2oth for a magical night on the water under the big, bright, full moon ~ a tradition we our proud to continue to hold in honor of the Full Moon Paddle queen herself; our precious Mama, Beryl; as she shines down on us from the stars ~ 

This Moon is called the Buck SuperMoon after our “four legged friends” as the antlers of male deer (bucks) are in full-growth mode at this time of the year.

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What to know:

The sun sets on July 20th  at 9:23pm and the moon will begin to rise at 9:29pm.

Date: Saturday, July 20th

Location: The Platte River! Very rarely do we get to enjoy the bustling river in the summer months – so paddling in the night, as the crowds clear, is quite extraordinary. More so, we have quite the treat ahead of us – the Firefly population is back in a magical way in Michigan! We’re hoping for quite the show. Let’s go relish in the beauty of bioluminescence.

1. Drop your Gear: At Platte River Picnic Area Parking Lot across from Riverside Canoe Rental (Recommended time: 8/8:15pm)
2. Drop your Vehicle: At the Platte Point Parking Area at the very end of Lake Michigan Rd. (~10 minute drive round trip)
3. Hitch a Ride: Back to Platte River Picnic Area Parking Lot – Jenny, the Shop Rig, will be making one trip to haul humans back from the Point at 8:20pm. 

This will be a Point A to Point B paddle and therefore we encourage you to have a buddy meet you, or we will help coordinate ride shares to ensure all are able to leave a car at our final destination or get a ride back to start upon our arrival!

Time: Be ready to launch at the water’s edge by 8:45pm!

• Leave a half hour prior, or after, to do car drops or pickups : )
• There will be a quick orientation and safety briefing at 8:45pm before we enter the water.
• Anticipate two hours on the water : )

Weather: Partttly cloudy, 70 Degrees, and a breeze from the SW

What to bring: 

1. Non-motorized watercraft of choice
   • Board / Boat
   • Paddle
   • Life jacket (per Coast Guard regulation, PFDs must be on the bodies of all kayak & canoe paddlers, and either worn or strapped to all SUPs) 
   • Leash (for all SUPs)
2.  Functioning Headlamp
3. Light / Lantern to put at the front of your watercraft
4.  Drinking Water
5. Swimwear *if you plan to get wet*
6. Fleece and/or neoprene to stay warm (bring an extra cozy fleece for post-paddle)
7. A buddy!
8. A Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park Pass! Or $5 for Lake Township Parking
9. A snack or beverage to pass if you wish to hang around at Platte Point to cheers and cheer under the moon at the conclusion of our paddle.