River Ruckus 2017

As we closed out the 2016 CCFan Mini's at Badin last weekend I was asked about by several fans about "The River Ruckus". After discussing it with a few of the regular attendees since this one was started we decided that we will kick off the 2017 boating season again at the same time as the Tavares Boat Show in Mt Dora. Soooooooooooooooo.....mark it on your calendar

River Ruckus 2017 March 24-26th!

We will once again, keep the same schedule as that is what everyone loves about this event.

Fri- A trip down river on boats via river, lakes and locks to the Antique Boat show.

Sat - A trip across Lake George to the Silver Glen Springs with a BWYB cookout that
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Sun- More playtime on the River for those who are sticking round.

Nothing Fancy, same ol' same ole.... Ground Zero will be Parramores with the cookout at the Rec Hall. Cabins for rent, RV parking, Tent camping plus Buck & Kat's for all your Breakfast dining pleasures.

A few of us did get together early last year and made a 3 day trek from Jacksonville to Astor on the St. Johns River stopping for playtime, dinner and a place to crash for the evening. May do it again if there is enough interest. So pipe up if you're interested.

See ya in March!

Missed last year's with a move. This could be the year.

Smith Family will be planning on it, and hopefully the UF College girls can make it.

Waterdog wrote: For you guys that float the St Johns, Renegade's on the river just north of Lake George is a nice camp ground. About 2 years old. We ride bikes down on the weekend and visit the Tiki Bar

Yes that is very nice. Paramores although shaded is bit...... Let's say sketchy.

Dang, I'll either be in DC or San Diego that weekend. Take lots of pics for the midwest folks.

I am going to head down for the boat show. I would like to bring the Mustang. If I put it it in the water I want to spend the day doing 1 thing, pulling skiers, wakeboarders, kneeboarders, barefooters, even a tuber! Is there a good day for this where the group is near some nice glassy water?

It looks like the stars are lining in for the Murphy's. A month ago, I wasn't even a maybe for this trip, but my son Grant just got invited to a swim meet in Orlando from March 21st to March 24th. I can't see being down there without sneaking over to the SJRR. I'll keep you all posted.

HeII YES to the t-shirts!!!   

Hopefully I will have a trailer by then.

I will be there with a few friends joining me. Hope to have a boat in tow. Make the shirts please. Only a few short months to go.

I'm interested. Totally stoked to make this trip for a whole week.

Wanted to update you all on the latest and greatest news from River Ruckus Central. Ruckus Organizers have set the pre event 3 day cruise from Jacksonville to Astor as follows:

Monday March 20:

We will be departing Jacksonville around 1-2:oo leaving from Mandarin Park Boat Launch. Boats in water before hand and Rigs already returned to Parramores and possibly a Uber ride back to the launch. Goal is to be at Green Cove Springs by dinner time with CCFans dining at a local Pub... Hotel in town is Green Cove Springs Inn.

Tuesday March 21:

Breakfast at the same Pub where we ate dinner then it's loading up the boats when ever and heading down to Palatka to the Quality Inn where there will be docks at the hotel to tie up to and dinner at Beef O Bradys. The ACBS folks will also be out in about so chances are we'll see a bunch of Woodies Docking into the same Hotel for the evening. Cocktails on Skippers Rum at 5:00 will be on the menu as well as watersports as time and water conditions allow.

Wed March 22:

Breakfast at the Hotel then we're off through to Crescent Lake for the day via Dunns Creek. VERY cool river cruise and skiing on the best glass ever. Into the lake for more watersports and then dinner 3 Bananas staying at a local B&B and the Lake View Motel in Crescent City.

Thursday March 23:

Finish the journey heading back up Crescent lake down the St. Johns into Lake George and stopping at the Silver Glenn Springs or heading down to Parramores and playing on the river, "Shell" Lungren island or whatever.... Boats on trailers in the evening prepping for Fridays adventure down river to the Tavarres Boat show on Lake Dorra.

That's the plan so pipe up if you're planning on this 3 day excursion... Just a small handful of us are going for sure: Those that went last year had a blast and we're changing it up just a little but fun will be had if you dare!

Morfoot
ReidP
GaryS
GotTiques

It'll be here soon guys....... Lets kick off this year with a week of Fun in March!

Not a problem Jake...once we have a tally of who is coming and what boats will be available...We'll decide on which boats will make the trip. More enjoyable if you got 2 or more people in a boat so some boats will be left in Astor I'm sure.

Wow, that's gorgeous! I see the river run starts the week before my Daughter's official Spring Break. Not sure how that's going to play into my participation. Sure would like to be there and experience that event, even if solo with family joining later. Working it....

Okay gang here's the latest update on the cabins at Parramores.............

4- 2 Bedroom cabins off the water
2 - 1 Bedroom loft cabins off water
2- 3 Bedroom cabins off water

1- 2 Bedroom cabin on the water

March is fast approaching so book your cabin now. Plan on announcing this event on FB on the Nautique Owners group page so more CC owners but Non- CCFans may snag whats left.... Better get around the ball and make plans to attend.