A sizeable group of dedicated Chowderheads turned out for the second Cathance River clean up. As a result of trips last fall and this spring, we knew debris was accumulating in Z Turn. However, when our anonymous river scout sent photos and reported that Z Turn was completely impassable, it was time to act. We loaded packs and a plastic sled with gear and equipment for the short hike from Highland Green to the river. While Ken Gordon and Eggman DeCoster were wizards operating their chainsaws, the rest of us completed the less glamorous tasks. Three fairly substantial trees were cut into small logs and removed along with a substantial amount of brush and debris. Floating some of the logs in pools was necessary to get them out. Afterwards, we hiked downriver to inspect the remaining rapids. Debris and obstacles were removed or moved out of the way in First Drop, Boulder Pile, and Final Drop. Overall, it was a very successful day.
Participants: Ken Gordon, Eggman DeCoster, Bruce Weik, Brent Elwell, Adam Chase, Ron Chase, and Anonymous River Scout