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The winter is here, and for many of you that should mean one thing: Whitewater! The rains and moderate
temperatures of Oregon give us the opportunity to paddle rain-fed rivers and creeks while many other paddlers
are snowbound. So come paddle with us on one of our weekend social floats. We schedule whitewater trips to
different Northwest rivers and creeks ranging from class II to class IV on most weekends. Bring your own boat
or rent one of
ours. Social floats are a great opportunity to learn about area runs and meet other local paddlers.
If you need to rent a boat we have all kinds available, and we're always happy to give advice on where to go.
Also, take a look at our flatwater Paddle Club
for touring/rec kayakers and canoeists. We offer a couple of trips and clinics every month, and it's a
great way to meet likeminded people. For more information on everything mentioned, scroll down or click
on the links below. Come paddle with us!At Oregon River Sports |
Kayak Roll Classes & Practice SessionsWe offer instruction on rolling every other Wednesday night at Willamalane pool in Springfield. You'll learn the wet exit, T rescue, and the basic components necessary for a strong roll. The class includes kayak rental. The classes take place at Willamalane Pool from 7:45-9:45 pm. The cost for the first class is $40, and you may repeat it as often as you like for $25 for each session thereafter. If you'd like to participate in the class, please give us a call (334-0696) or stop by the shop the day before (Tuesday) by 2:00PM to sign up. We need to have at least four people enrolled in order to cover our costs of renting the pool, so get your friends to sign up as well. If you'd just like to practice on your own in the warmth and comfort of a heated pool, you can reserve a pool spot alongside the class. Again, please sign up as early as possible. You can call ORS to reserve a spot for $5 and, if you need a boat, you can rent one for $10.
2008 EVENTS
UPCOMING CLASS
Friday, March 14, 2008 ~ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, March 15, 2008 ~ 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, March 16, 2008 ~ 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The location of this class is in Eugene off River Road; at Rescue Trainings building.
No prior experience required for this class.
This three-day hands on course covers a wide range of wilderness medical topics for people who travel or paddle in the outdoors. Upon successful course completion you will earn a WFA certification, which is good for two years.
The cost for this class is $205.00.
2008 CANOE and KAYAK DEMO DAYS
April 13 and June 21
Our Eugene demo days this year are at the Alton Baker Mill Pond off of Leo Harris Parkway, behind Autzen Stadium and near the BMX track. We'll have a bunch of canoes and kayaks from We-no-nah and Current Designs available to try, and it's free! We'll be teaching several free paddling clinics throughout the day as well. The demo day will be open from 11am to 4pm.
SUMMER EVENTS May 3, June 7, July 12 & 19, August 23 & 30 and September 6, 2008 We will paddle as a group through the marshes of Fern Ridge and the eastside of Gibson Island. There will be a birding expert along on this trip to point out & identify several different birds that you will encounter. We will see bald eagles, Osprey, sparrows, coots, red wing black bird and many other birds while we paddle. Then we will stop on Gibson Island for a little snack. If you are interested in joining us please contact us. Pre-registration Required - Two weeks prior to the date you wish to join us. Call Oregon River Sports to sign up. Cost is $45.oo per person. JUNE - AUGUST SOCIAL FLOAT'S Tuesday Evening Social Float: Flatwater paddling on Fern Ridge Reserve meet at 6:00 PM at the dirt parking space just before the bridge that cross over Coyote Creek (off Hwy 126 to Florence). This parking area is before you get to Perkins Peninsula. We will paddle between 1 1/2 - 2 hours on Coyote Creek or Fern Ridge. If you are in need of a single kayak the cost is $15.00 ($20.00 if you want us to haul the boat for you) and tandem canoes cost $20.00 ($25.00 if you want us to haul the boat for you). This paddle is offered to the general public through out the summer as long as we have interest. Call for more information. Thursday Evening Social Float : Whitewater paddling on the Willamette River from Day Island park to Alton Baker park in inflatable kayaks or whitewater hard-shell kayaks. You must have taken a whitewater class for inflatable kayaks or whitewater kayaks prior to doing this paddle (and have a kayak roll if you are in a hard-shell). Meet at Island Day Park at 6:00 PM. If you are in need of boat a single inflatable kayak cost is $15.00 Call for more inforamtion. |