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NOTE: It is highly suggested that you RSVP to the event leader.
The purpose of this club is for networking and social.
Leaders are volunteer and not trained or responsible for your safety.
Trips can be cancelled so RSVP is important.
We ask that you always wear a PFD at all times on our events and carry a whistle.
REMEMBER TO BRING LOTS OF WATER!!!

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DATE: Saturday, June 14 ˆSunday, June 15, 2008
PADDLE: Leave No Trace Sea Kayaking Trainer Course | Puget Sound, WA
MEETING: Class meets north end of Vashon Island for paddle to Cascadia Marine Trail site at Blake Island State Park in Puget Sound, WA
LEVEL: contact leader
DISTANCE: contact leader
LEADER: Kyle@outkayaking.org  or directly with WWTA
Washington Water Trails Association
(WWTA) 206.545.9161 or email trainer@wwta.org

Description: The two-day overnight course will enhance your understanding of Leave No Trace practices and ethics and instill confidence to teach others effectively. Course is a mix of hands-on field experience and both formal discussions and informal presentations. On completion of this course, participants will be registered as Leave No Trace Trainers with the national  Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and will receive a certificate of course completion and Leave No Trace Trainer lapel pin.
Cost: $75.00 general / $50 WWTA members covers course materials, camp fees and meals.
Gear: You must provide kayak or other sea-worthy hand-powered boat, safety equipment, and personal camping gear. Food will be provided.
Instructor: WWTA staff Master Educators
More info at http://www.wwta.org/lnt/trainer.asp
DATE: August 18 - 22, 2008
PADDLE: Paddle Oregon
MEETING: 100 miles Jefferson park to Clackamette Park
LEVEL: contact leader
DISTANCE: contact leader
LEADER: Kyle@outkayaking.org  or directly with
Willamette Riverkeeper 503-223-6418
 info@willamette-riverkeeper.org
In its 8th year, PADDLE OREGON is the premier canoe and kayak adventure on the Willamette River. Participants camp together; eat delicious catered meals; enjoy nightly speakers and entertainment; learn about river issues and ecology; and share this one of a kind experience with fellow paddlers.   This year’s trip starts on the Santiam River in Jefferson and ends at Clackamette Park in Oregon City.  Registration includes meals, gear shuttle, safety support, camping accommodations and entertainment. Your participation also supports Willamette Riverkeeper’s work to protect and restore this amazing OR River. 
Trip details can be found at : 
                              http://www.paddleoregon.org. 
The  detailed itinerary is at:  
                              http://willamette-riverkeeper.org/paddleOR/Itinerary.htm