SALAMANCA — Defend Ohi:yo, the Salamanca-based non-profit environmental advocacy organization, held its family-friendly, social distancing and free event “Let’s Go Paddling!” Saturday, July 25.
This was a canoe and kayak trip down the Allegheny River from Carrollton at the intersection of Route 219 and South 9 Mile Road to Salamanca at the park located where RC Hoag Rd and Front Avenue intersect.
The route is about 11 miles long and there were a few stations along the way where people could pull up on shore and learn about the river, about water quality and about why we all need to be water protectors to safeguard this valuable resource.
Defend Ohi:yo’ t-shirts, water bottles and bumper stickers were available at both the launch point and at the end in Salamanca. At the finish there were food and snacks available. In addition, a basket of useful items was raffled off at the end of the day and the winner was Matt Redeye.
Everyone was welcome to participate in this drug-free and alcohol-free event, though minors needed to be accompanied by an adult. Paddlers were encouraged to arrange their own transportation. The event was a success and it took place on a beautiful sunny afternoon.
For more information, email defendohiyo@gmail.com or call (716) 708-8242.
