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BoaterTalk: The International Information Site for the Whitewater Paddler
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May 01 2008
May 02 2008
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Oregon Cup - Portland Area, Oregon
by gorgekayaker.com on Dec 12 2007, 18:22 GMT |
| Oregon Cup features Extreme Race, Head to Head, and a water level dependent rodeo @ Bob's Hole. Check the website for exact dates www.oregonrivergames.com |
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May 03 2008
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Vancouver Kayak Club 50th Anniversary Whitewater Festival - Chilliwack River, BC, Canada
by chris71 on Apr 03 2008, 21:58 GMT |
The Vancouver Kayak Club is celebrating 50 years by hosting a Festival on the Chilliwack River, May 2,3,and 4th, 2008. Everyone is welcome, members and non, kayakers, canoes, etc.
Festival includes camping, shuttle services, contests, prizes, clinics, Saturday night meal and beverage, entertainment by the band 'Switch', T-shirts for advance registration, and more.
Check http://www.vankayak.org/festival for more information.
ONLINE registration NOW available - pay by Visa, M/C, or Paypal.
ONLY $40.00 advance (+$10 insurance for non-members) (payment rec. by April 27th) - Includes FREE Festival T-shirt
$45 day of.
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May 07 2008
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Movie Premier: Hotel Charlie vol. 3 in Sacramento - CCK Sacramento
by California Canoe & Kayak (Sac) on Apr 22 2008, 22:57 GMT |
California Canoe & Kayak is proud to host the new title from Clear H2o Films, "The Lost World, Hotel Charley vol. 3". Meet the stars and producers: 2007 National Geographic Adventure Heroes Ben Stookesberry and Jesse Coombs. The feature length film includes First Descents of wild, free flowing rivers from the Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, the extremely remote Twang Region of India, and a descent down the soon to be dammed inner gorge of Brazil's longest river, the Rio San Fransisco.
What: Hotel Charley vol. 3: The Lost World (http://www.jacksonkayak.com/jkfilms/hotelcharley3.cfm)
When: Wednesday, May 7th 2008 - 7:00 pm.
Where: CCK Sacramento
11349 Folsom Blvd., suite C
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
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May 08 2008
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charge tv III premiere
- asheville brew and view
by sprayer on Apr 20 2008, 0:06 GMT |
| Charge tv III showing at the asheville pizza brewing company at 9pm .. Also dj indoor composing some funking beats. This is the newest of the charge tv shows. Make sure to check it out one last event before lots of eastern kayakers head out west for the spring and summer run off. |
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May 09 2008
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5th Annual Reno River Festival - Reno, NV, Whitewater Park
by betsy@RRF.com on Nov 20 2007, 1:29 GMT |
| Known for attracting top professional kayakers and amateur athletes from around the world, the Reno River Festival returns in 2008 to celebrate five years on the Truckee River. With a new vision and new ownership, the three-day event ventures beyond whitewater and boating competitions to showcase a new avenue of adventure. Expect land-based competitions including mountain bike speed trials and the âRun Amuckâ fun run, bringing a whole new class of competitive athletes to downtown Renoâs Truckee River Whitewater Park at Wingfield. The adventure begins May 9, 2008 and continues through the 11th, crowning the King and Queen of the Truckee River Whitewater Park. The weekend also includes instructional clinics, an industry expo featuring the hottest outdoor products on the market, food and beer gardens, live music and plenty of nighttime activities to keep guests entertained. For more information, visit www.RenoRiverFestival.com or call 775-784-9400 x 119. |
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May 10 2008
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Women's Weekend - US National Whitewater Center
by trutten on Jan 25 2008, 20:27 GMT |
| Special activities for women all weekend! See our website for more details www.usnwc.org ! |
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May 11 2008
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Women's Weekend - US National Whitewater Center
by trutten on Jan 25 2008, 20:28 GMT |
| Special activities for women! Check out our website for more information! |
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May 15 2008
May 16 2008
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Paddle Fest - Buena Vista, CO
by riverchick23 on Feb 07 2008, 16:17 GMT |
Colorado Kayak Supply is hosting a huge kickoff party to celebrate the start of the summer whitewater boating season. Join us for an action-packed weekend of fun and educational activities for paddlers of all ages and abilities. Kayakers from beginners to aspiring competitors can rub elbows with paddling manufacturers, top pro kayakers, and other industry pros during a weekend chock full of education, entertainment, gear shopping and camaraderie.
Join a pro kayaker for a freestyle clinic, take a guided tour on the river, participate in a 'how to' clinic, show off your skills in a fun kayak competition in the new river park or relax and watch live music and videos. The entire weekend will also promote awareness and raise funds for American Whitewater, the nation's leading organization dedicated to conserving and restoring America's whitewater resources.
Colorado Kayak Supply in Buena Vista will be the 'Event Headquarters' for most of the activities. CKS will also host a gear swap and storewide sale throughout the weekend. Gear up for Paddlefest '08!
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May 17 2008
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Paddle Fest - Buena Vista, CO
by riverchick23 on Feb 07 2008, 16:19 GMT |
Colorado Kayak Supply is hosting a huge kickoff party to celebrate the start of the summer whitewater boating season. Join us for an action-packed weekend of fun and educational activities for paddlers of all ages and abilities. Kayakers from beginners to aspiring competitors can rub elbows with paddling manufacturers, top pro kayakers, and other industry pros during a weekend chock full of education, entertainment, gear shopping and camaraderie.
Join a pro kayaker for a freestyle clinic, take a guided tour on the river, participate in a 'how to' clinic, show off your skills in a fun kayak competition in the new river park or relax and watch live music and videos. The entire weekend will also promote awareness and raise funds for American Whitewater, the nation's leading organization dedicated to conserving and restoring America's whitewater resources.
Colorado Kayak Supply in Buena Vista will be the 'Event Headquarters' for most of the activities. CKS will also host a gear swap and storewide sale throughout the weekend. Gear up for Paddlefest '08!
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GCA Festival
- ocoee river @ OAR
by FATBASTARD on Mar 28 2008, 16:43 GMT |
| Down river race,bands,swap meet, and vendors. |
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The Boater Chick Festival - NOC - Wesser, NC
by riverhythm on Apr 25 2008, 0:35 GMT |
Boater Chick Festival
The First Annual Boater Chick Festival benefiting American Whitewater is a gathering of female boaters in the class II-V whitewater range. The location will be at Nantahala Outdoor Center in Wesser, North Carolina on Saturday May 17th and Sunday May 18th. There will be river trips on the Green Narrows, Cheoah, Ocoee, and Nantahala rivers. There will be an Ocoee advanced/intermediate playboat competition, a Nantahala beginner playboat competition, and a Cheoah Boatercross race. The prizes for these competitions and the gear for the raffle include items from our awesome sponsors: NOC, Werner, Shred Ready, Immersion Research, Stohlquist, AT, Jackson Kayak, Amigos Drysuit Repair, Plastic Welding Services, and more to come. This festival would not be possible without the help of our sponsors. Thanks to all of you!!
Guys are more than welcome to join the festivities. Only the river competitions and clinics are ladies only. There will be a dinner Saturday night honoring the Boater Chick of the Year, a raffle/auction for some great gear, a party after the dinner, live music, and more. All whitewater paddling disciplines are welcome to join in-- Kayaks, open boats, C1, C2, squirt boaters, racers, etc. All proceeds will be donated to American Whitewater. This festival will continue for many years to come, but join us please for the grass roots, casual, first annual Boater Chick Festival.
*check out the web site*
www.boaterchickfestival.com
When: May 17-18
Where: NOC Nantahala
Guided and casual rivers trips: Green Narrows, Cheoah, Ocoee, Nantahala
Clinics: Nantahala Beginner Playboat, Ocoee Advanced Playboat
Competitions: Nantahala Beginner Playboat, Ocoee Advanced Playboat, Cheoah Boatercross on the last 2 miles of the run.
Please consider giving back by volunteering for this unique event. We need the help of both girls and guys. Please contact anne@boaterchickfestival.com to volunteer or to voice any questions/comments you may have.
More festival information:
www.boaterchickfestival.com
http://www.myspace.com/boaterchicks
http://boaterchickfestival.blogspot.com/
http://www.cafepress.com/boaterchicks
Thanks so much for the support,
Anne Connolly
Festival Coordinator
anne@boaterchickfestival.com
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Willimantic RiverFest 2008 - Willimantic, Connecticut
by JEBKayak on Apr 01 2008, 23:54 GMT |
The 5th annual Riverfest will be held May 17, from 9:30 to 4:00 at the future site of the Willimantic Whitewater Park in Willimantic, Connecticut.
This year’s event will feature a Kayak Kicker Ramp. Being an entry-level ramp, and one of the few ramps on the East Coast, this is your opportunity for an airborne experience. The ramp will be open the entire RiverFest for those wishing to get as much airtime as possible.
Several paddling games will entertain the beginner to the advanced paddler. Also featured will be a flatwater / swiftwater family style paddle from the Eagleville Dam to Willimantic. Several booths will display an environmental theme with interactive activities. “Battle of the Bands” will provide live music adding to the entertainment.
Several nearby campgrounds are located along the Natchaug River for long distance travelers.
Join in RiverFest 2008. |
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May 18 2008
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Paddle Fest - Buena Vista, CO
by riverchick23 on Feb 07 2008, 16:20 GMT |
Colorado Kayak Supply is hosting a huge kickoff party to celebrate the start of the summer whitewater boating season. Join us for an action-packed weekend of fun and educational activities for paddlers of all ages and abilities. Kayakers from beginners to aspiring competitors can rub elbows with paddling manufacturers, top pro kayakers, and other industry pros during a weekend chock full of education, entertainment, gear shopping and camaraderie.
Join a pro kayaker for a freestyle clinic, take a guided tour on the river, participate in a 'how to' clinic, show off your skills in a fun kayak competition in the new river park or relax and watch live music and videos. The entire weekend will also promote awareness and raise funds for American Whitewater, the nation's leading organization dedicated to conserving and restoring America's whitewater resources.
Colorado Kayak Supply in Buena Vista will be the 'Event Headquarters' for most of the activities. CKS will also host a gear swap and storewide sale throughout the weekend. Gear up for Paddlefest '08!
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The Boater Chick Festival - NOC- Wesser, NC
by riverhythm on Apr 29 2008, 2:58 GMT |
Boater Chick Festival
The First Annual Boater Chick Festival benefiting American Whitewater is a gathering of female boaters in the class II-V whitewater range. The location will be at Nantahala Outdoor Center in Wesser, North Carolina on Saturday May 17th and Sunday May 18th. There will be river trips on the Green Narrows, Cheoah, Ocoee, and Nantahala rivers. There will be an Ocoee advanced/intermediate playboat competition, a Nantahala beginner playboat competition, and a Cheoah Boatercross race. The prizes for these competitions and the gear for the raffle include items from our awesome sponsors: NOC, Werner, Shred Ready, Immersion Research, Stohlquist, AT, Jackson Kayak, Amigos Drysuit Repair, Plastic Welding Services, and more to come. This festival would not be possible without the help of our sponsors. Thanks to all of you!!
Guys are more than welcome to join the festivities. Only the river competitions and clinics are ladies only. There will be a dinner Saturday night honoring the Boater Chick of the Year, a raffle/auction for some great gear, a party after the dinner, live music, and more. All whitewater paddling disciplines are welcome to join in-- Kayaks, open boats, C1, C2, squirt boaters, racers, etc. All proceeds will be donated to American Whitewater. This festival will continue for many years to come, but join us please for the grass roots, casual, first annual Boater Chick Festival.
*check out the web site*
www.boaterchickfestival.com
When: May 17-18
Where: NOC Nantahala
Guided and casual rivers trips: Green Narrows, Cheoah, Ocoee, Nantahala
Clinics: Nantahala Beginner Playboat, Ocoee Advanced Playboat
Competitions: Nantahala Beginner Playboat, Ocoee Advanced Playboat, Cheoah Boatercross on the last 2 miles of the run.
Please consider giving back by volunteering for this unique event. We need the help of both girls and guys. Please contact anne@boaterchickfestival.com to volunteer or to voice any questions/comments you may have.
More festival information:
www.boaterchickfestival.com
http://www.myspace.com/boaterchicks
http://boaterchickfestival.blogspot.com/
http://www.cafepress.com/boaterchicks
Thanks so much for the support,
Anne Connolly
Festival Coordinator
anne@boaterchickfestival.com
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Shiawassee River Paddle Event - Holly, Michigan
by Willi_H2O on Apr 28 2008, 0:19 GMT |
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Press Release
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Shiawassee River Paddle Event - May 18th, 2008
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Shiawassee River Paddle Event
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Start : WaterWorks Park in Holly, Michigan
End : Strom Park in Fenton, Michigan
Distance : 7 scenic miles of numerous twists and turns
Schedule :
10:00 am : On-site registration begins WaterWorks Building, Broad Street
11:30 am : Introductory Ceremony North side WaterWorks Park
11:45 am : Experienced Canoeists Start at Millpond, Broad Street
12:15 pm : Novice/Youth Canoeists Start at Millpond, Broad Street
12:45 pm : Kayak/ Single person canoeists Start on Shiawassee River, Broad Street
***1:15 pm : Leisure/fun paddle Start on Shiawassee River, Broad Street*****
6:00 pm : Final river sweep completed
Questions ?
Call Sue Julian, 248-634-3513 or email sjulian@provide.net
Call Doug Lanyk 248-634-4551 or email dslanyk@earthlink.net
Rain or Shine !
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May 22 2008
May 24 2008
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BV Pro Rodeo
- Buena Vista, CO
by riverchick23 on Feb 07 2008, 16:16 GMT |
BUENA VISTA, CO TO HOST BUENA VISTA PRO RODEO
SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2008
Event Will Conclude the Buena Vista River Festival
The first annual Buena Vista Pro Rodeo will be held on May 24, 2008 on the new and improved Buena Vista River Park in Buena Vista, Colorado. A Pro Freestyle Competition will be followed by an evening party and awards ceremony. The event will divide a $2000 cash purse between winners in Menâs and Womenâs divisions, and preliminaries and finals will both take place on Saturday May 24.
The Buena Vista Pro Rodeo will culminate the Buena Vista River Festival, a series of paddling events lasting from May 16 to May 24. The CKS Paddle Fest is âThe Kickoffâ to the 2008 paddling season and will take place from May 16-18, 2008. The world famous Pimp and Ho Rodeo and Party will take place on Wednesday May 21st. And the Buena Vista Pro Rodeo will conclude the action and be the first pro freestyle competition to take place at the Buena Vista River Park.
Buena Vista is a national paddling destination thanks to the abundance of playboating, creeking and river running in the Arkansas Valley Headwaters region. The Buena Vista River Park has become a major playboating destination. It now has four features complete with annual maintenance continually improving their quality. With snowpack in the Arkansas River drainage currently at 165%, the Buena Vista Pro Rodeo promises to be a freestyle event of the highest quality, continuing the momentum of the high profile CKS Paddle Fest and the world famous Pimp and Ho Rodeo and party.
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Paddle with the Pros - South Fork American River
by FirstDescentsCVC on Mar 04 2008, 22:43 GMT |
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THE CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE
IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE:
PADDLE WITH THE PROS
MAY 24-25, 2008
On the beautiful South Fork of the American River in
Coloma, California
AN EVENT BENEFITTING
View full size
KAYAKING AND OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAMS FOR
YOUNG ADULTS WITH CANCER
Starring:
Brad Ludden,
Eric Jackson,
members of the
Jackson Kayaking Team,
and YOU!
(See Attached File: Schedule of Events)
This is a new, different, and 100% participatory event designed for every kayaker, from novice to expert. Sit on shore no more -- you're going paddling with the pros!
Saturday will begin with a class II amateur boatercross race in which the pros will do their level best to knock racers off-course and into obstacles. It's roller derby, river style!
Following will be one Men's and one Women's downriver race on an easy stretch of class II water. If you swim across the finish line, it still counts! Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate, regardless of experience level.
After you swim across that finish line, sign up for the free roll clinic at Henningsen Lotus Park. (Just don't stay too late, or you'll miss the awesome after-party; see below.)
Finally, on Sunday, our premiere event, the "Poker Race," will be run down the class III+ "Gorge" and is designed to challenge even the experienced boater. Our pros will be lurking in a series of approximately 15 eddies, in which racers will have to stop to fetch a numbered poker chip. Among those who collect the most poker chips, the fastest time will determine the winner.
Saturday night we're planning a buffet dinner (location tba), followed by a video premiere and party with the pros. We'll be passing out awards for the day's races and raffling off some fabulous prizes. (Rumor has it, there may even be a kayak or two up for grabs!). Sunday afternoon, we'll BBQ and have the awards for the Poker Race. (Can we convince our guest stars to hang around for some playtime on Monday, too? Only time will tell . . . .)
All in all, it promises to be a fantastic weekend, so save the dates! We will be posting a web site and announcing more details (more pro paddlers; prizes; how and where to register; and so forth) soon!
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May 25 2008
May 29 2008
May 30 2008
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PBR Revival - Payette River Idaho
by idkayak on Jan 11 2008, 17:41 GMT |
| The PBR Revival is the Payette/Boise River Revival. It is the proud host of the 2008 National Rafting Championships. It is a three day festival including kayaking and rafting events. Please visit our website for more details. |
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May 31 2008
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Girls At Play - Riversport, Confluence, PA
by kayaker95 on Mar 16 2008, 21:43 GMT |
| <b>Riversport</b> in Confluence, PA will be hosting Anna Levesque on May 31(Beginner Clinic) & June 1st (Intermediate-Advanced). These clinics are a great way of getting on the water while building skills, friendships, and enjoying some time on the river. The first day class is designed for the Class I-II paddler hosted on very mild Class I-II whitewater. The Int-Advanced class will be held on the beginning section of the lower Yough (Class III). Cost is $50 for the 1 day clinic, or $60 with lunch provided by the Lucky Dog Cafe'. Equipment is included, but please call ahead to reserve if needed. 1-800-216-6991 Hope to see you there. |
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Graz Rodeo 2008 - Austria - Graz downtown
by mkarabec on Mar 11 2008, 9:07 GMT |
Open Austrian Freestyle Championship, Radetzky Bridge
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PBR Revival - Banks, Idaho
by idkayak on Apr 08 2008, 21:23 GMT |
See PBR May 30 for details.
Kayak Events
Rafting Championships |
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