Explore and study kayaking on Elo Magelang River Central Java, Indonesia | EXPLORE JAVA #4

Dear steemian friend

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Adventure and colleagues of nature lovers Malikussaleh university continues, this time not climbing the mountain. After climbing Mount Merbabu, my colleagues returned to the city of Yogyakarta. We decided to rest for a few days at the Unisi Yogyakarta Unisi university student post, while cleaning our climbing equipment.

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Because of the expeditionary theme I was exploring Java, I and my colleagues chose the Elo River for further cruising. We will trace the rushing water of the Elo River by using a rubber boat, usually called Rafting. I happen to have friends at Unisi Nature Lovers who are good at kayaking, so I took this opportunity to learn kayaking.

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***1. About the River Elo***

Elo River is one of the rivers which is ideal for rafting trips in the Magelang region, because the character of flows and floods are relatively stable and relatively safe to rafting either in the dry season or the rainy season.

The rafting distance we will travel is 15-17 km, with time about 3-4 hours. Certainly very fun and exciting. Previously I and my colleagues prepared equipment for rafting and kayaking.

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***2. Anything its Tool?***

The following is the equipment we will prepare for rafting and kayaking on the Elo Magelang River.

1. Rubber Boat
2. Kayak
3. Life jacket
4. Special Helmet
5. Throwing Rope for Rescue
6. Waterproof Bag / Drybag
7. medical supplies
8. Rowing
9. Dressing
10. Logistics during the rafting.
11. hand pump.

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***3. How about My Adventure and my colleagues on the Elo River?***

Nov 8, 2017, my adventure continues into the Elo River for rafting and kayaking. From Unis Unia Nature Lovers Station we moved to Unisi Campus to pick up the equipment. After that we had breakfast at the in market and left for the Elo River. From Campus Unisi Kaliurang to Elo Magelang River takes about 1.5 hours.

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We arrived there, all the equipment was downgraded. As usual, busyness began to happen. Some are pumping boats, lowering other equipment and some are busy changing clothes. Once everything is ready, we transport all the gear to the Start Point of the rafting.

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Before rafting should we warm up first, we do small stretch-perenggangan from head to toe. Its usefulness is let our muscles do not hurt. For those who are beginners, usually can first briefing. Such as how to hold the oars, how to sit in a boat and the importance of safety in the safety of outdoor activities, especially rafting.

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Our rafting starts by praying first, in order to be given safety and health upon completion. For adventurous friends, do not forget to pray before starting a free activity.

The rafting started, I still use a rubber boat. I am not alone, but there are 6 people in one boat. Usually referred to in terms of rafting is R6.

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From Start point to Rest Area, takes 1 hour. Me and my colleagues are very excited to explore the Elo river. After the rapids we pass easily and safely. it's time we take a break and learn kayaking.

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After the break and while studying kayaking, we continued the exploration again.

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After about 2 hours of rafting, we finally arrived at the finish. I do not want to finish this exploration fast enough, me and my colleagues want to continue the rafting again. but the path that our plot has finished. Whitewater rafting makes us addictive, I think you will also experience what we experienced.

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My adventure and colleagues are finished, we will return to Unisi Nature Lovers Post to rest. See you again in our next Adventure.

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***Who are the teams who took part in the game this time?*** This time it's a little different, I have a new team that joins in this exhaustion. In contrast to the team at the time I climbed Mount Gede, Mount Merapi and Mount Merbabu. Here are their names: 1. @irwanumpal 2. Umpal ketol 3. Gondrong UNY 4. Sungek Unisi 5. Andi Reza Unisi 6. @bonesumpal 7. Romo UNY

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***4. Results from rafting and kayaking in the river Elo***

1. Elo River is perfect for small expeditions.
2. The Elo river is great for learning kayaking and beginner rafting.
3. Try rafting in the rainy season in the river elo, so that the grid is more challenging.
4. For tourists, it is suitable for rafting in the river elo.
5. The distance is quite close from Yogyakarta.
6. Always prioritize safety and health.
7. Do not ignore the directions of the guides, as they know more about the river.
8. good luck.

Thank you for visiting and giving appreciation for my writing. Hopefully useful for you. Kind regards @bonesumpal