October 3, 2026

White River Paddle From Derby Townes Park, Anderson IN to Perkinsville

10 mile paddle

Our take-out: (100 yards north of Bonges Tavern on the right in Perkinsville IN)

Bonges address: 9830 W 280 N, Perkinsville, IN 46011

Trip Leader: Mariann Davis, C-317-213-5600, marianndvs@gmail.com

Date: October 3, 2026  

Meet-up time & Place: 10:00 AM  @ Derby Townes Park, 85 N. Madison Ave, Anderson IN (Put in under the Bridge over Madison ave)

What to Bring: kayak or canoe, PFD, paddle, camera, sunscreen, lunch, dry bag, hat…Dress for the water and air temp.

Contingencies on this paddle: The acceptable water level for this trip is about 250-400 cfs on the Anderson gauge.  If lower we will have to cancel:  Cancelations will be made the evening before the trip by 8 PM.

A “NO EMAIL” IS A “GO EMAIL" Any cancellation Email will be sent out by 8 pm the evening before the paddle trip.

This is a beautiful, forgotten section of the White River with a heavily shaded corridor of mature trees. You can sing or hum along with the sounds of the abundant waterfowl or just enjoy a relaxing paddle in nature's quietude.

Contact Marianndvs@gmail.com for questions.