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    • #14700
      Darius Riley
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      We are coming down April 6-7 to do a short float from Mill Streams to Silver Mines. We will only have one vehicle. What are shuttle options?  We considered taking a bike and riding back from Silver Mines to Millstream along highway D and 72.

      Looking for suggestions and thoughts.

      Thank you.

    • #14702
      jw
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      0.  Don’t cycle the road, especially Hwy 72, as it’s relatively narrow, windy (curvy), & hilly, with a 55 MPH speed limit.

      1. Walk (or run) the trail between Silvermines & Millstream.  It’s a beautiful trail, maybe 2.5 miles long.  After the Turkey Creek area & the pine trees, turn right & go up the hill (away from the river) where the sign says “Trail ->”.  Just remember to take your shuttle vehicle key with you… (lesson learned, recently).

      2. On most Saturday & Sundays there are many local & visiting boaters, and they are generally friendly, if you’re not putting on the river with aluminum canoes.  Introduce yourselves & ply them with beer/etc. afterwards.

       

      • This reply was modified 5 years, 9 months ago by jw.
    • #14709
      George
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      I’ve heard a rumor that a certain individual who may or may not work at the campground will shuttle for a few bucks.

      If you plan to paddle late in the evenings on a Tuesday or Thursday (4:30-5pm) I don’t mind helping with a shuttle. Just text or call me: 573 561 3887

      The hike JW mentioned is actually a really nice one. I’ve done it quite a few times after a solo run. Just be sure to hide your gear somewhere so the boat gremlins don’t take it or leave someone at the take out.

    • #14711
      Darius Riley
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      • Total Posts: 8

      Thank you all. Good suggestions and I knew asking some folks familiar with the area would help. One of our group is training for a marathon, so he’s running it.

       

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