Perkiomen Creek
1 Skippack Pike, Schwenksville, PA 19473
Friday, May 22nd at 5pm
Perkiomen Creek to
Welakamike Creekside Park
Event Location: This Pedal & Paddle event will begin at the boat launch across from the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy, located at 1 Skippack Pike, Schwenksville, PA 19473. There will be a Schuylkill River Greenways staff member to help to direct you to parking. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to confirm all necessary waivers have been signed.
Event Description: This Pedal & Paddle program is a round-trip adventure, which begins and ends from the same location along the Perkiomen Creek. The excursion includes a 6-mile group paddle on the Perkiomen Creek. Ryan Beltz, the Executive Director of the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy, will give a quick discussion about the Perkiomen Watershed before we begin to paddle. After our paddle we will switch over to the bikes to start our 6 -mile ride back along the Perkiomen Trail using cruisers from the free Pottstown-based bike share program. Lastly, a boxed dinner will be provided at the end of the trip. All gear, certified guides, and food are included. Must be 16 or older to participate. All events limited to 15 participants.
What to Bring: All equipment, including bikes, kayaks, paddles and personal flotation devices (PFDs) are provided, and a box dinner will be served. However, it is recommended that you bring the following items.
- Prefilled water bottle/s with at least 32 ounces of water per participant
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Hat & Sunglasses
- Water shoes or old sneakers (backless sandals and crocs aren’t recommended)
- Bike helmet (we do have extras if you don’t have your own)
- Dry bag
Any items, such as cellphones or keys that you do not wish to bring on the water with you, can be left with staff prior to the start of the event.
Itinerary: Please note all times are approximate.
5:00 – Introduction and discussion with Ryan Beltz about the Perkiomen Watershed.
5:30 – Safety briefing and begin guided paddle down the Perkiomen Creek.
7:00 – Arrive at Welakamike Creekside Park for a water break and bike safety briefing
7:15 – Leave Welakamike Creekside Park with a 6 Mile bike ride to return to our starting point.
7:45 – Arrive back for dinner.
This event is made possible through support from the Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation, the Pennsylvania Dept. of Conservation and Resources and the generous donations of individual donors. Bike support and guides are provided by our partner outfitter Take It Outdoors Adventures.
