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    Where in the regs does it restrict motor usage on the American River above the power lines?

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    A Boating Trail Guide to the American River Parkway
    Paddling Safety Hints on the Lower American River
    Canoeing, kayaking, and rafting down the lower American River are popular means of recreation for thousands of Californians. Unfortunately, a number of boating accidents occur every year on this river. This need not be so. Paddling can be safe and fun if you follow a few safety hints.

    Wear a Life Jacket.
    All canoes, kayaks, and inflatable rafts must carry a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal
    flotation device (life jacket) for each person on board. Children and non swimmers should wear them at all times. For that extra margin of safety, all boaters should have life jackets on when going through turbulent waters or rapids. When in Doubt. . .Put it On.

    Survival in cold water
    Survival in cold water is another reason for all boaters to wear a PFD when in and around the river during the fall, winter, and spring months. The shock of sudden immersion in cold water can deplete the strength of even the strongest swimmer and hypothermia can render a person unconscious. Wearing a PFD will help keep you afloat.

    Be Prepared.
    Additional equipment for the float trip could include a bailer, extra paddle, suntan or sunscreen lotion, waterproof trash bag, and a boat patch kit. Keep all loose items in a floatable container. It is also a good idea to wear a pair of old tennis shoes. Cut feet account for 80 to 90 percent of the injuries along the river.

    Scout the Unknown.
    If you have never paddled through Suicide Bend, San Juan Rapids, or Arden Rapids, first scout these areas thoroughly from the shore. While paddling, if you are in doubt about a stretch of the river
    ahead, stop and scout the area. Carry your boat around any areas you are not sure of. Play It Safe.

    Watch for Hazards.
    Watch for snags such as fallen trees, brush, bridge abutments, or old pilings. The current may pin the boater or boat against these obstacles or cause a boat to capsize. Also beware of reversals (reverse flows) that may form at the dam, in the various rapids, or behind snags. The surface water in a reversal is going upstream. Boaters and their small boats can become trapped and held in this reversal. If you cannot swim out of a reversal, dive deeply into the undercurrent, and the downstream flow may carry you out. If you become separated from your tube, paddle or other belongings, don't try to recover them unless it is safe to do so. While you might risk losing or damaging a raft, paddle or other equipment to reach someone in trouble and save a life, NEVER risk a life to save equipment or belongings.

    Courtesy Afloat.
    Courtesy on the river is an essential part of boating. On weekends, when the raft brigade is out in full force on the water, be especially courteous to your fellow boater and the people along the shore. Do not intrude on their fun. Keep an eye out for a boater in trouble and lend a helping hand if you can.

    Pitch In.
    Garbage accumulating along the shoreline or floating beside your boat ruins the beauty of this river and creates a health hazard. Pitch in and do your part to keep this area clean. Take a waterproof trash bag with you and carry out what you carry in. Avoid using glass beverage containers.

    Hang On.
    If your boat capsizes or you fall overboard, STAY WITH THE BOAT, unless it is unsafe to do so. Try to right your boat so that you can climb in and paddle for shore. If this is not possible, hold on to the craft at the upstream end. This allows better visibility to enable you to swim your boat to shore. More importantly, it prevents the possibility of your being pinned between your boat and an obstacle. If you are separated from your craft, float downstream feet first. This will enable you to fend off rocks or other obstructions in the river while floating to safety.

    Know the Flow.
    High flows on the American River can be dangerous. Do not overestimate your skill or underestimate the power of the river. Knowing what the flow is on the day of your trip is one way to determine if the river is boa table for your level of paddling experience. For a current recording of the river flows on the American and other rivers throughout the state, call the Department of Water Resources at (800) 952-5530, or visit their Website at wwwdwr.water.ca.gov. For additional river information, call the Sacramento County Department of Parks and Recreation at (916) 875-6672.


    FLOATING TRAVEL TIME ON THE AMERICAN RIVER FOR RAFTS
    Time to left of colon is hours, to the right minutes. 1:14 therefore is 1 hour 14 minutes of travel time.

    Below Normal Flows
    Normal Flows
    Above Normal Flows
    1500 cfs 2000 cfs 2500 cfs 3000 cfs 3500 cfs 4000 cfs 4500 cfs 5000 cfs 5500 cfs 6000 cfs
    Sailor Bar to
    L. Sunrise-L.S. Bridge
    1:23
    1:14
    1:07
    1:00
    :53
    :47
    :43
    :40
    :38
    :37
    San Juan Rapids to
    1:17
    1:08
    1:01
    :55
    :49
    :44
    :40
    :37
    :35
    :34
    C.M. Goethe Park to
    1:33
    1:24
    1:17
    1:10
    1:01
    :56
    :50
    :47
    :44
    :42
    Harrington Way to
    :24
    :22
    :21
    :20
    :19
    :18
    :17
    :17
    :16
    :16
    Watt Avenue
    3:04
    2:34
    2:10
    1:50
    1:36
    1:24
    1:16
    1:11
    1:05
    1:03
    About Motors.
    Motor-powered watercraft are allowed on the river, except from November 1 through March 15 when they are prohibited above Hagan Community Park. The maximum speed limit for the entire lower American River is 5 miles per hour.

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    Thanks Terry

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