Beetle Battle Paddle Tomorrow, March 29th
Mar 28th 2008adminConservation & N. Georgia & Paddling
Put off from late October due to low water levels, The Beetle Battle Paddle is going on tomorrow, March the 29th. It’s a benefit aimed at fighting Hemlock Woolly Adelgid - an invasive and destructive, parasitic beetle that is attacking populations of Eastern Hemlock trees throughout the forests of the eastcoast, and now, here in Georgia!
The paddle is a self guided trip down the lower section of the Chestatee River in North Georgia. There is also refreshments (paid & complimentary) half way down.
There are shuttles available, and Appalachian Outfitters is donating 100% of canoe and kayak rentals to the cause. So come on out, with a name like that it’s got to be a blast!
For more information, visit canoegeorgia.com or call Appalachian Outfitters at 706-864-7117
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beetlegirl on 17 Sep 2008 at 11:48 am #
The hemlock woolly adelgid is NOT a beetle, but an adelgid…kind of like an aphid. Predator beetles are being reared to combat against HWA. So the beetles are the good ones that are eating the bad one (adelgid)
admin on 06 Oct 2008 at 3:22 pm #
I stand corrected. However, I still don’t like them.