Shomler Canoes & Kayaks LLC

Name, Address & Telephone

Shomler Canoes & Kayaks LLC
11390 N M-37
Irons, MI 49644

Telephone: 231-862-3475
Email: cliff@shomlercanoes.com
Link to their web site: http://www.shomlercanoes.com

Directions to Outfitter

From Grand Rapids and South: Take U.S. 131 expressway north to Reed City (exit 153), turn left on U.S. 10 and go 17 miles to Baldwin, turn right on M-37 and go north 18 miles. They're on the right side.

From the Detroit area: Take I-75 north to Bay City - Midland exit which is the U.S. 10 expressway. Follow U.S. 10 west to Reed City - Ludington exit and follow U.S. 10 highway (changes from divided expressway to two-lane highway) 60 miles to M-37 in Baldwin, turn right and go north 18 miles until you see their sign on the right.

From Lansing area: Take I-96 to Grand Rapids to 131 expressway. Follow Grand Rapids directions.

From Muskegon: Take M-46 to M-37, turn left and go north 70 miles to their office (on the right).

From Traverse City and the north: Take M-37 south about 45 miles. They're 4.5 miles south of the intersection of M-55 and M-37 on the left side of the road.

From Cadillac: From M-55, turn left (south) onto M-37. They're 4.5 miles south of the intersection of M-55 and M-37 on the left side of the road.

Waterways Covered By Outfitter

An * indicates that this is the most widely traveled of all the waterways covered by the outfitter. Additional information (when available) is provided concerning this waterway.
 
Pine River *
 
* Most Often Used Put In: Dobson
* Most Often Used Take Out: Low Bridge
* Distance Between Above Points: 14 Miles
* Approx. Travel Time Between Points: 5 to 6 Hours

Operating Season

April 1 to October 30

Saturday Watercraft Rental Rate

$45.00 per canoe or kayak

Second Day Watercraft Rental Rate

$18.00 per canoe or kayak

Rental From Outfitter Includes the Following

Floatation Devices
Paddles
Put-In
Take-Out
Trash Bags

Other Services or Discounts Offered

Off-Season Discounts
Weekday Discounts

Private Watercraft Hauling and Shuttle Service

Yes, they will haul a private canoe or kayak for a fee that varies with takeout or putin. Call ahead for exact pricing.

Items and Supplies That Can Be Rented

Canoes
Kayaks
Rubber Rafts

Watercraft

This outfitter operates approximately 101 to 125 canoes.
This outfitter operates approximately 26 to 50 kayaks.
This outfitter operates approximately 1 to 25 rafts.
 
Watercraft types are mainly: Old Town, Star and Hyside.

They Operate a Store Selling The Following

Canoe\Kayak Supplies
Snacks
T-Shirts
Used Watercraft
Waterway Maps

Available Lodging Facilities

While they don't offer camping, there are numerous places to camp nearby.
Call or visit their website for referrals.

Outfitter Pet Policies

Pets must be attended at all times.
Pets are allowed only if well behaved.
No pets allowed in rafts.

Member of the Following Professional Organizations

Michigan Association of Paddlesports Providers
Northwest Michigan Tourist Organization