Activities for the Paddling Committee
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West River Spring release (Class II)
Come paddle the pretty West out of Jamaica State Park, VT.
It's a spring release! This is a swift, bouncy fun class 2+ river.
Paddlers must have self rescue skills and experience on class 2+ rivers.
All boats must have flotation. Limited rentals available.
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Beginning Whitewater Kayak Instruction: Series A
Experience the excitement of whitewater kayaking in a fun and supportive environment with an outstanding group of paddlers. Students will learn basic kayak strokes, maneuvers, and water safety skills on a local pond in Concord, then travel to the river during a weekend trip for a two-day instructional trip on Class 1-2 whitewater. Beginner Instructionals are taught in accordance to American Canoe Association (ACA) standards for Whitewater Kayaking. Students must be comfortable on and in the water and able to transport their own gear. Dates: May 17(eve) and May 19-20 (weekend).
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Paddle Westport River (Lev 1+)
Westport river is a great warm up to the paddling season. Quiet, scenic, and warm(er) water. We will paddle 8-12 miles in the East branch. Rental boats available near launch.
Expect to see lots of ospreys, ducks, and other birds. After paddling, we regroup at restaurant next to take-out for drinks on the deck with optional dinner.
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Beal Island Canoe & Sea Kayak Weekend
Tidewater Canoe and Sea Kayak Camping Weekend. Easy paddling, good food and informal instruction available. This is a good introduction to a Tidewater Paddling area that is ideal for sea kayaking. We have the option of both introductory and advanced canoe or sea kayak day trips from Beal Island. Deposit required.
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Kayak Rolling 202: Kayak River Rolling
River Rolling 202: Often neglected in paddling circles, the bombproof roll is making a comeback in 2018. Join us for two days of hard work emphasizing rolling in turbulent river situations. It's going to be fun, but we're going to spend lots of time upside down. Why? Because as your paddling progresses to more difficult levels you really should be able to roll up 99% of the time in class III or IV water. So... if you NEVER miss a roll in the pool/pond, but OCCASIONALLY swim in real river situations, then this class is for you.
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Beginning Whitewater Kayak Instruction: Series B
Experience the excitement of whitewater kayaking in a fun and supportive environment with an outstanding group of paddlers. Students will learn basic kayak strokes, maneuvers, and water safety skills on a local pond in Concord, then travel to the river during a weekend trip for a two-day instructional trip on Class 1-2 whitewater.
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Introduction to Whitewater Canoeing
Ever wanted to learn to paddle a whitewater canoe? Whether you have never paddled a canoe before, are an experienced whitewater kayaker looking for a new challenge, or anywhere in-between this class is for you. We will begin with land instruction and practicing skills on a pond (evening of june 7) . We will then take our skills and apply them to Class I and Class II whitewater (weekend june 9/10).
Students need to be able to transport their boats from the boathouse to the pond and river, and be comfortable in water.
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Ipswich River Paddle
Meet at 9:00 AM on Sunday morning at the Topsfield Fairgrounds PARKING LOT Entrance on Rt. 1 in Topsfield MA. If you are coming from the south, take Rt. 95 to Rt. 1 in Topsfield. Continue driving north on Rt. 1. You go down a long hill to the bottom where Rt. 1 crosses the Ipswich River. It is not obvious that you have crossed the Ipswich River, look carefully. Immediately ahead on the right is the Fair Grounds Parking Lot Entrance. You should see a number of vehicles there with canoes on the roof.
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Winnipesaukee whitewater (class 2)
Paddle whitewater on the Winnipesaukee River. It starts out very easy then gets a little harder as you head downstream. Great practice river.
All boats must have appropriate flotation. Contact leader for rental info.
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Winnipesaukee River (Class 3)
Enjoy paddling the Winnipesaukee River release! Please register by Wed evening prior to the trip.
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Beginning Whitewater Kayak Instruction: Series C
Experience the excitement of whitewater kayaking in a fun and supportive environment with an outstanding group of paddlers. Students will learn basic kayak strokes, maneuvers, and water safety skills on a local pond in Concord, then travel to the river during a weekend trip for a two-day instructional trip on Class 1-2 whitewater.
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FIfe Brook, Class II
Join us for Riverfest Weekend on the Deerfield (class 2). Boat and gear rentals is available. All boats must have floatation. Camping available at riverfest fairgrounds.
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Class II Fife Brook
Paddle class II whitewater on the Deerfield River.
Boat and gear rentals available. All boats must have floatation.
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Class II Whitewater on Deerfield, Fife Brook.
Day of Class II paddling on the Fife Brook Section of the Deerfield.
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Lotsa Paddlin' Weekend.
Class IV Weekend on the Kennebec and Dead Rivers, ME. Paddle the Kennebec twice on Saturday (4800cfs in the morning and 2400cfs in the afternoon), and the Dead on Saturday (5500 cfs). Camping locally, shuttle arrangements TBD. Embrace the stairs!
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Maine Islands Kayak and Camping Adventure
Paddle and camp in Casco bay in Maine. We establish a base camp and explore various islands including Jewell. Winds and weather can change these plans. This trip is for level 2 paddlers who can pack their own boat, launch, land, and maneuver a loaded kayak in variable ocean conditions and weather. Expect to paddle 8-12 miles each day at ~2.5 mph pace (moderate). Estimated cost is $50 for food.
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