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• 2019 Wild Things Conference - Wild Things Community

  • When
    2019-02-23
  •  
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Donald E. Stephens Convention Center 5555 North River Rd., Rosemont, IL

  Date(s): February 23,2019
  Leader: Dan Kohler

  Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center 5555 N. River Rd., Rosemont, IL

  Details: 2019 Wild Things Conference - Wild Things Community

  
  

  This is a notice to PSC members and guests that the 2019 Wild Things Conference will be held on February 23, 2019. We would like to see 200 waterway users attend the 2019 conference. After attending the conference, please fill out the after-conference review questionnaire suggesting additional focus on waterways at future conferences, the conference will then be able to dedicate additional presentation sessions as well as conference floor space to Water content themes.

  
  

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• PSC Febuary Social 2019

  • When
    2019-02-23
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Famous Dave's, 1631 W Lake St. Addison, IL

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  Date:  February 23, 2019 at 6:00 PM
  Leader:  Melinda Tury  630-234-7567
  
  Come on out and enjoy a fun filled evening with fellow paddlers at Famous Dave’s in Addison! Centrally located in the western suburbs 1/2 mile east of I-355 on Lake St (Rt. 20), south side of the street. 

  Cocktails at 6:00; dinner at 6:30. This is a great way to help break up the winter doldrums!!!! 

   

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• Kayak Rescue Tune Up Skill Builder-Indoor Pool Session

  • When
    2019-02-24
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Naperville North High School, Naperville, IL
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Date(s):  February 24, 2019
  Leader:   John Chase
  Location:  Naperville North High School, Naperville, IL
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Instruction
  Details:  Join us for a two-hour skill-builder session where we will practice various deep-water kayak rescue techniques during the winter open pool session at Naperville North High School. 

  We will practice assisted and self rescue techniques. This is not a structured class but is an opportunity to practice skills with support. This program is perfect for paddlers who have previously performed rescues and are looking to refine their skills. These techniques are used when in deep water where shore access is not immediately available. We will not be practicing river rescue technique (i.e. throw bag use, entrapment, pinned boat, etc.)

  If you are bringing your own boat, it must be completely free of leaves, dirt, etc. before entering the pool.

  Participants must wear a properly fitted PFD. You are encouraged to bring your own boat and paddle. Whitewater kayaks and paddles are available for rent for $5.

  Payment to the Naperville Park District (cash only) is required on-site to participate. 

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• PSC Booth at Canoecopia

  • Start
    2019-03-08
  • End
    2019-03-10
  • Location
    Alliant Energy Center, Madison, WI

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  Date(s):  March 8 - 10, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson
  Location:  Alliant Energy Center 1919, Alliant Energy Way, Madison, WI
  Details:  We are looking for club members to volunteer an hour or two of their time to represent PSC at the club booth during Canoecopia. The goal is to promote the club, answer questions and to encourage paddlers to join us as new members! Click here to Sign-up for the PSC Booth during Canoecopia! 

  Check out the Canoecopia Show Guide... for more information about the show.

  
  

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• St. Patrick's Day Chicago River Paddle

  • When
    2019-03-16
  •  
    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Chicago River, South Branch

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  Date:  March 16, 2019  
  Leader:  John Chase 
  Location:  Chicago River, South Branch
  Skill Level:  Advanced
  Details:  This trip is for advanced paddlers in a fun, yet challenging environment.

  We will meet at a location two miles south of downtown along the Chicago River's south branch. After assessing and discussing personal readiness, our group will travel up the river to the Main Stem where we will encounter boat traffic and thousands of revelers as we experience the river being dyed green.

  This is a cold water trip in an environment with very few accessible bailout options. There is no opportunity to exit your boat to the shore during this trip. For your safety and the safety of all others on the trip, all participants must wear a drysuit (splashwear or wetsuits will be not be accepted) and be prepared for travel in tight quarters with significant recreational and commercial boat traffic.

  All boats must have adequate flotation. Please note that recreational kayaks without either sealed bulkheads at the bow and stern or inflated float bags will not be adequate and will not be allowed to join the trip. 

  We will park and launch from a casual restaurant. It is customary to make a purchase from the establishment and enjoy post-paddle conversation with your friends following the trip. Please be prepared to join us.

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• 2019 March Southern Missouri Paddling

  • Start
    2019-03-17
  • End
    2019-03-31
  • Location
    West Plains, MO

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  Date(s): March 17 - 31, 2019
  Leader: Greg Vitale
  Co-Leader:   Various
  Location:  West Plains, MO
  Skill Level:  Intermediate
  Category:  Day Trips
  Details:  Once again, we'll be heading south in March and  paddling many of the fine rivers in Southern MO and Northern AR. 

  Intermediate paddling skills are required as is emailing Greg at vitol_g@yahoo.com if you'd like to join us in early spring paddling.

  We will be based out of Twin Bridges Canoe and Campground, located on the Norfork River about 20 miles west of West Plains, MO. 

  Twin Bridges has cabins, camping, and an RV park lodging choices; and some meals are available at Twin Bridges.

  Rivers likely to be paddled may include:

  Big Piney River, MO

  Current River, MO

  Little Piney River, MO

  Little Piney Creek, MO

  Jacks Fork River, MO

  Norfork River, MO

  Sugar and Indian Creeks, MO

  Spring River, AR

  Eleven Point River, MO

  Bryant Creek,, MO

  And others depending on water levels.

  
  

  
  

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• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

  • When
    2019-03-24
  •  
    12:15 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL
  • Spaces left
    5

  
  Date:  March 24, 2019
  Leader:  John Chase 
  Location:  Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Bolingbrook, IL
  Skill Level:  All levels
  Details:  

  This interactive class provide combines video with hands-on practical experience on the latest CPR skills, AED use, and basic first aid knowledge.

  ASHI PediatricPlus CPR, AED, and First Aid for Infants, Children, and Adults provides an ideal training solution to respond to medical emergencies. This versatile program is based upon the 2015 CPR and First Aid Guidelines, Caring for Our Children, 3rd Ed; and other evidence-based treatment recommendations.

  Certification will be valid for two years.

  Click here to register

  The link above will direct you to PaddlingExercises.com to register.

  The class is limited to 12 registrants. Please note that since registration is not occurring directly through the PSC site, the PSC site will show zero registered. The class maximum will be adjusted regularly to show the actual number of spots available. 

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• PSC March Board Meeting

  • When
    2019-03-30
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Izaak Walton Home, 899 Jay Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120

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  Date(s):  March 30, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson
  Co-Leader:   John Chase
  Location:  Izaak Walton Home, 899 Jay Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120
  Details: PSC board meetings are open to the general membership.

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• Instructor and leader on-water skills development day

  • When
    2019-04-07
  •  
    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    DuPage River from Naperville's Pioneer Park to Riverview Farmstead

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  Date:  April 7, 2019  
  Leader:  John Chase 
  Location:  DuPage River from Naperville's Pioneer Park to Riverview Farmstead
  Skill Level:  Instructor and Trip Leader
  Details:  This workshop is for current or potential trip leaders, instructors, and anyone else wanting to develop greater skill organizing and leading groups on the water.

  We will begin on land reviewing best practices for pre-trip planning, pre-launch group management, expectation management, and pre-put-in discussion.

  From there we will put in and paddle the DuPage River from Pioneer Park to Riverview Farmstead. During the paddle, we will coach principles of group leadership on the move, including managing a few scenarios you might encounter on a regular trip. Brief snack stop at Knoch Knolls Park. 

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• Fox River

  • When
    2019-04-17
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    South Elgin to St. Charles

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  Date:  April 17, 2019
  

  Leader:  Susan Allman
  Co-Leader:   Steve LaPorte
  Location:  South Elgin to St. Charles
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Day trip
  Details:  This is the first Wednesday trip of the year. This section of the Fox River is wide and appropriate for all skill levels. This about a 5-6 mile paddle and we will not stop for lunch. Bring water, PFD, and dress appropriately for the water & weather. Contact trip leader for more details.

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• Willow Creek Cleanup

  • When
    2019-04-27
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • Location
    899 Jay Street Elgin, IL

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  Date(s): April 27, 2019
  Leader:  John Ziegler
  Co-Leader: 
  Location:  899 Jay Street Elgin, IL
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Cleanup
  Details:  This is a walking stream/streambank cleanup due to low water and/or narrow stream. Meet at the Izaak Walton League lodge about 8:30 to sign in, get supplies (gloves, bags & some tools) and find out where to go. Wear clothes that you can get wet and dirty. Dress for the weather. Lunch is provided for the workers.
  

  Contact leader with questions. Please register for this free event.

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• DesPlaines River (Russell Rd. to Wadsworth Rd.)

  • When
    2019-05-01
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Northeast Illinois

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  Date(s):  May 1, 2019
  Leader:  Steve LaPorte
  Co-Leader: Sue Allman
  Location: Northeast Illinois
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Day Trip                                                                                                Details:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 We will be paddling the DesPlaines River from Russell Rd. to Wadsworth Rd. This section is peaceful and senic, and is appropriate for anyone, regardless of skill level.

  Contact the trip leader for information. Steve (630) 665-5707

  Initial sign-up must be done through this page, but until the PSC website is fully functional, all updates will be done by personal e-mail from one of the trip leaders.

  I ask that all paddlers sign up. Please do not invite a guest without signing him or her up through the website.
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Salt Creek Evening Paddle & Dinner

  • When
    2019-05-08
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, Addison, IL

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  Date(s): Wednesday, May 08, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson  630-878-1194
  Co-Leader:  John Anderson  630-487-6865
  Location:  Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, near Fullerton & Villa Ave, Addison
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Evening Paddle
  Details:  We will begin our paddle promptly at 6 pm from Crickett Creek Forest Preserve in Addison. We will paddle to Eldridge Park in Elmhurst where a car will be spotted for a reverse shuttle. This will be a quick trip; about 2 hours, however there is one small dam we must portage. We will return drivers to the put-in to pick up cars and then return to Eldridge Park to load boats. We will meet after the paddle (approx. 9 pm) at HB Jones located at 551 South York Street in Elmhurst for a late dinner/snack and some camaraderie. Please contact the trip leader if you intend to paddle; the shuttle logistics are important! Please contact Steve Sinderson by phone 630-878-1194 if you have any questions. 
  
  

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• West Branch of the DuPage River

  • When
    2019-05-15
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    West Chicago, IL

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  Date(s):  May 15, 2019
  Leader:  Steve LaPorte
  Co-Leader: Sue Allman
  Location: West Branch of the DuPage River (St. Charles Rd  to Mack Rd.)
  Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
  Category: Day Trip                                                                                                 Details: We will be paddling the West Branch of the DuPage River from St.Charles Rd. to Mack Rd. This section is peaceful and senic, but it is narrow and may have obstructions that you will need to maneuver or portage around. This trip is appropiate for anyone who has reliable paddling skills.
  

  Contact the trip leader for information. Steve (630) 665-5707

  Initial sign-up must be done through this page, but until the PSC website is fully functional, all updates will be done by personal e-mail from one of the trip leaders.

  I ask that all paddlers sign up. Please do not invite a guest without signing him or her up through the website.
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 62ST ANNUAL DES PLAINES RIVER CANOE & KAYAK MARATHON

  • When
    2019-05-19
  • Location
    Libertyville, IL (Marathon) Wheeling, IL (Minithon)

  
  Date(s): Sunday, May 19, 2019
  Leader:  Al Pilgrim
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:  Libertyville,IL (Marathon)  Wheeling, IL (Minithon)
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Paddling Event
  Details: This is a listing-only event for PSC points. All information is available at www.canoemarathon.com. Trip mileage recording can be made by contacting _________. 

   

  
  

   

  
  

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• 62nd Des Plaines River Marathon

  • When
    2019-05-19
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    15545 West Oak Spring Road Libertyville, IL 60048

  
  Date: Sunday, May 19, 2019
  

  Des Plaines River Canoe & Kayak Marathon
  

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• Introduction to Paddling - Kayak

  • When
    2019-05-19
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Patterson Lake, Aurora
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Date(s):  May 19, 2019
  Leader: Marlene Bertolozzi
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:  Patterson Lake, Aurora
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Instruction
  Details:  

  This is the first in our PSC Training Series, Introduction to Paddling for Canoe & Kayak. It will be held at Oakhurst FP, a sheltered lake in Aurora. This ACA curriculum will teach you the basics of paddling your kayak. Some paddling strokes you will learn include: fwd, rev, stop, spin (pivot), sideways (abeam), turning and many other skills to paddle your craft skillfully on calm protected waters.

  Pricing:
  

  Early bird registration: $15 for PSC members, $35 for non-members (if registered by March 31)

  Regular pricing: $20 for PSC members, $40 for non-PSC members (between April 1 and May 16)

  Participants will need to bring their own boat, paddle, PFD, snacks, lunch, and all personal items. Instructors will contact participants prior to the event with special instructions or equipment needs.

  ACA membership is required for participation. You will be asked to purchase a $5 one-day membership or supply your ACA member number at checkout.

  Early bird rate is in effect until March 31. Registration will close on May 16.

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• Introduction to Paddling - Canoe

  • When
    2019-05-19
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Patterson Lake, Aurora
  • Spaces left
    13

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  Date(s):  May 19, 2019
  Leader: Dave Watts
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:  Patterson Lake, Aurora
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Instruction
  Details:  

  This is the first in our PSC Training Series, Introduction to Paddling for Canoe & Kayak. It will be held at Oakhurst FP, a sheltered lake in Aurora. This ACA curriculum will teach you the basics of paddling your canoe. Some paddling strokes you will learn include: fwd, rev, stop, spin (pivot), sideways (abeam), turning and many other skills to paddle your craft skillfully on calm protected waters.

  Pricing:
  

  Early bird registration: $15 for PSC members, $35 for non-members (if registered by March 31)

  Regular pricing: $20 for PSC members, $40 for non-PSC members (between April 1 and May 16)

  Participants will need to bring their own boat, paddle, PFD, snacks, lunch, and all personal items. Instructors will contact participants prior to the event with special instructions or equipment needs.

  ACA membership is required for participation. You will be asked to purchase a $5 one-day membership or supply your ACA member number at checkout.

  Early bird rate is in effect until March 31. Registration will close on May 16.

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• Salt Creek Evening Paddle & Dinner

  • When
    2019-05-22
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, Addison, IL

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  Date(s): Wednesday, May 22, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson  630-878-1194
  Co-Leader:  John Anderson  630-487-6865
  Location:  Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, near Fullerton & Villa Ave, Addison
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Evening Paddle
  Details:  We will begin our paddle promptly at 6 pm from Crickett Creek Forest Preserve in Addison. We will paddle to Eldridge Park in Elmhurst where a car will be spotted for a reverse shuttle. This will be a quick trip; about 2 hours, however there is one small dam we must portage. We will return drivers to the put-in to pick up cars and then return to Eldridge Park to load boats. We will meet after the paddle (approx. 9 pm) at HB Jones located at 551 South York Street in Elmhurst for a late dinner/snack and some camaraderie. Please contact the trip leader if you intend to paddle; the shuttle logistics are important! Please contact Steve Sinderson by phone 630-878-1194 if you have any questions. 
  
  

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• West Branch of the DuPage River(Mack Rd to McDowell Grove)

  • When
    2019-05-29
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    West Chicago, IL

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  Date(s):  May 29, 2019
  Leader:  Steve LaPorte
  Co-Leader: Sue Allman
  Location: West Chicago (Mack Rd to McDowell Grove)
  Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
  Category: Day Trip                                                                                        Details: We will be paddling the West Branch of the DuPage River from Mack Rd. to McDowell Grove. This section is senic and has some riffles, and is appropiate for anyone who has basic paddling skills.
  

  Contact the trip leader for information. Steve (630) 665-5707

  Initial sign-up must be done through this page, but until the PSC website is fully functional, all updates will be done by personal e-mail from one of the trip leaders.

  I ask that all paddlers sign up. Please do not invite a guest without signing him or her up through the website.
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PSC June Board Meeting

  • When
    2019-06-02
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    Woodland Plastics, 1340 W. National Ave., Addison, Illinois 60101

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  Date(s):  June 02, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson
  Co-Leader:   John Chase
  Location: Woodland Plastics, 1340 W. National Ave., Addison, Illinois 60101
  Details: PSC board meetings are open to the general membership.

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• Salt Creek Evening Paddle & Dinner

  • When
    2019-06-05
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, Addison, IL

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  Date(s): Wednesday, June 05, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson  630-878-1194
  Co-Leader:  John Anderson  630-487-6865
  Location:  Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, near Fullerton & Villa Ave, Addison
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Evening Paddle
  Details:  We will begin our paddle promptly at 6 pm from Crickett Creek Forest Preserve in Addison. We will paddle to Eldridge Park in Elmhurst where a car will be spotted for a reverse shuttle. This will be a quick trip; about 2 hours, however there is one small dam we must portage. We will return drivers to the put-in to pick up cars and then return to Eldridge Park to load boats. We will meet after the paddle (approx. 9 pm) at HB Jones located at 551 South York Street in Elmhurst for a late dinner/snack and some camaraderie. Please contact the trip leader if you intend to paddle; the shuttle logistics are important! Please contact Steve Sinderson by phone 630-878-1194 if you have any questions. 
  
  

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• Moving Water I Kayaking

  • When
    2019-06-08
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    DuPage River, Shorewood (Hammel Woods)
  • Spaces left
    11

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  Date:       June 8, 2019
  Leader:    Marlene Bertolozzi
  Location:  DuPage River, Shorewood (Hammel Woods)
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:     Instruction

  This class will teach basic moving water skills that every river kayaker should have. Students will build on the skills learned in the Introduction to Paddling class, and will learn such maneuvers as upstream ferries, downstream ferries, eddy turns and peel outs.
  

  Students will also receive instruction on reading the river and recognizing hazards.

  PREREQUISITE: Students must have completed the PSC Introduction to Paddling class. If you have not attended the PSC Introduction to Kayaking class, you must contact the Lead Instructor, Marlene Bertolozzi, by clicking on the blue name link, before registering.

  Pricing:
  

  Early bird registration: $15 for PSC members, $35 for non-members (if registered by May 25)

  Regular pricing: $20 for PSC members, $40 for non-PSC members (after May 25)

  Participants will need to bring their own boat, paddle, PFD, snacks, lunch, and all personal items. Instructors will contact participants prior to the event with special instructions or equipment needs.

  ACA membership is required for participation. You will be asked to purchase a $5 one-day membership or supply your ACA member number at checkout.

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• Moving Water I Canoe

  • When
    2019-06-09
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    DuPage River, Shorewood
  • Spaces left
    13

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  Date: June 9, 2019
  

  Leader: Dave Watts
  Location: DuPage River, Shorewood
  Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
  Category: Instruction

  This class will teach basic moving water skills that every river canoeist should have. Students will build on the skills learned in the Introduction to Paddling class, and will learn such maneuvers as upstream ferries, downstream ferries, eddy turns and peel outs. This class is open to both tandem & solo canoes.
  

  Students will also receive instruction on reading the river and recognizing hazards.

  PREREQUISITE: Students must have completed the PSC Introduction to Paddling class. If you have not attended the PSC Introduction to Canoe class, you must contact the Lead Instructor, Dave Watts, by clicking on the blue name link, before registering.

  Pricing:
  

  Early bird registration: $15 for PSC members, $35 for non-members (if registered by May 25)

  Regular pricing: $20 for PSC members, $40 for non-PSC members (between May 26 and June 3)

  Participants will need to bring their own boat, paddle, PFD, snacks, lunch, and all personal items. Instructors will contact participants prior to the event with special instructions or equipment needs.

  ACA membership is required for participation. You will be asked to purchase a $5 one-day membership or supply your ACA member number at checkout.

  Registration will close on June 3

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• Kishwaukee River South Branch (Rt. 64 to Baseline)

  • When
    2019-06-12
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Sycamore

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  Date(s):  June 12, 2019
  Leader:  Susan Allman
  Co-Leader:   Steve LaPorte
  Location:  Rt. 64 (Sycamore) 
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Day trip
  Details:  This is the first section in a series of trips along the Kishwaukee River South Branch. This part is rarely paddled and has a rural feel. It will be a 9 mile paddle. Bring water, lunch, PFD, and dress appropriately for the water & weather. Contact trip leader for more details.

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• Wisconsin Canoe Symposium

  • Start
    2019-06-14
  • End
    2019-06-16
  • Location
    Pine Lake Camp, Westfield, WI

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  Date(s):  June 14 - 16, 2019
  Leader:   Tracy Hunt
  Co-Leader:  Paul Klonowski 
  Pine Lake Camp, Westfield, WI
  Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
  Category:  Instruction
  Details: The Wisconsin Canoe Symposium (WCS) is an enjoyable weekend where you can receive coaching in a quiet water setting from experienced, ACA-certified instructors who will assess your skills and lead you on the path to improvement at your own pace. The location is approximately 60 minutes north of Madison, Wisconsin.

  Courses will be available for all skill levels in both solo and tandem open canoe, including Introduction, Touring, Advanced Touring, and Interpretive Freestyle. WCS also offers a “Creeking FreeStyle” course on a section of the nearby Mecan River.

  The student-to-instructor ratio is limited to 5 to 1.  Bring your own canoe, paddle, and PFD; rentals will be available on a very limited, first-come-first-served basis. 

  Arrive as early as Thursday evening and paddle through Sunday noon.  Accommodations include motel style rooms, bunkhouses, and camping (with or without electric hookup).  Pine Lake’s various camp activities such as archery and low ropes will be available to symposium participants and registered family and guests. Meals can be on your own, or are available throughout the event in the very sociable setting of the camp’s dining hall.

  The Wisconsin Canoe Symposium is organized and hosted by ACA-Certified instructors Tracy Hunt and Paul Klonowski.  For more information, contact Tracy at tracyhunt077@gmail.com   or Paul at pklonowski@comcast.net.

  For registration forms and general information, including the features of the camp and driving directions, refer to the FreeStyle Canoeing website:  www.freestylecanoeing.com.

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• Mecan River

  • Start
    2019-06-14
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    2019-06-16
  • Location
    Montello, WI

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  Date(s):  June 15 & 16, 2019
  Leader:  John & Marilyn Ziegler
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  Location:  Montello, WI
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Base camping
  Details:The Mecan is a beautiful spring fed river with lots of twists and turns. We will be camping at Mecan River Outfitters ( 920-295-3439) Friday & Saturday nights and paddling both Saturday & Sunday. The camping is primitive -- pit toilets and no water (you need to bring enough water with you for the weekend). Contact leaders for more info.

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• Salt Creek Evening Paddle & Dinner

  • When
    2019-06-19
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, Addison, IL

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  Date(s): Wednesday, June 19, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson  630-878-1194
  Co-Leader:  John Anderson  630-487-6865
  Location:  Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, near Fullerton & Villa Ave, Addison
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Evening Paddle
  Details:  We will begin our paddle promptly at 6 pm from Crickett Creek Forest Preserve in Addison. We will paddle to Eldridge Park in Elmhurst where a car will be spotted for a reverse shuttle. This will be a quick trip; about 2 hours, however there is one small dam we must portage. We will return drivers to the put-in to pick up cars and then return to Eldridge Park to load boats. We will meet after the paddle (approx. 9 pm) at HB Jones located at 551 South York Street in Elmhurst for a late dinner/snack and some camaraderie. Please contact the trip leader if you intend to paddle; the shuttle logistics are important! Please contact Steve Sinderson by phone 630-878-1194 if you have any questions. 
  
  

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• Kishwaukee River South Branch (Baseline to Kingston)

  • When
    2019-06-26
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Genoa

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  Date:  June 26, 2019
  Leader:  Susan Allman
  Co-Leader:   Steve LaPorte
  Location:  Baseline Road to Kingston
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Day trip
  Details:  This is the second section of the Kishwaukee River South Branch series. It is a 9 mile paddle. Bring a drink, lunch, PFD, and dress appropriately for the water & weather. 9:30 car shift. Contact trip leader for more details.

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• Kishwaukee River South Branch (Kingston to Kirkland)

  • When
    2019-07-10
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Kingston

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  Date(s):  July 10, 2019
  Leader:  Susan Allman
  Co-Leader:   Steve LaPorte
  Location:  Kingston (to Kirkland)
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Day trip
  Details:  This is the final section of the Kishwaukee River South Branch series. It is about a 9 mile paddle. Bring water, lunch, PFD, and dress appropriately for the water & weather. Contact trip leader for more details.

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• Salt Creek Evening Paddle & Dinner

  • When
    2019-07-17
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Cricket Creek Forest preserve, Addison, IL

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  Date(s): Wednesday, July 17, 2019
  Leader:  Steve Sinderson  630-878-1194
  Co-Leader:  John Anderson  630-487-6865
  Location:  Cricket Creek Forest Preserve, near Fullerton & Villa Ave, Addison
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Evening Paddle
  Details:  We will begin our paddle promptly at 6 pm from Crickett Creek Forest Preserve in Addison. We will paddle to Eldridge Park in Elmhurst where a car will be spotted for a reverse shuttle. This will be a quick trip; about 2 hours, however there is one small dam we must portage. We will return drivers to the put-in to pick up cars and then return to Eldridge Park to load boats. We will meet after the paddle (approx. 9 pm) at HB Jones located at 551 South York Street in Elmhurst for a late dinner/snack and some camaraderie. Please contact the trip leader if you intend to paddle; the shuttle logistics are important! Please contact Steve Sinderson by phone 630-878-1194 if you have any questions. 
  
  

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• Four Rivers Trip

  • Start
    2019-07-19
  • End
    2019-07-21
  • Location
    Southwest Wisconsin

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  Date(s):  July 19 - 21, 2019
  Leader:  Steve LaPorte
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  Location:  Southwest Wisconsin
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  River Camping
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  Come join us for our annual four-river trip on the Kickapoo River, the Wisconsin River, the Mississippi River and the Wyalusing Canoe Trail in southwestern Wisconsin.  In one weekend, you will paddle a narrow, meandering river (Kickapoo), a wide recreational river (Wisconsin), a maritime superhighway (Mississippi), and lush bayou (Wyalusing backwaters).  The put-in will depend on the condition of the Kickapoo River, but in no case will this trip be rated above “advanced beginner”.

  We plan to camp on sandbars on the Wisconsin River, but by Saturday night we will be in an area of the river where the sandbars are covered when the river is high.  I have reserved a campsite at Wyalusing State Park for 7/20/19, just in case we can’t camp on the river that night.  I recommend that anyone else who wants to join us do the same, and do it soon since Wyalusing is a very popular park.  (If you waited too long and Wyalusing is full, you can still come.  There are other campgrounds in the area, and Victora Park always has room in the primitive camping field, east of the boat ramp.)

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• Sugar River (Nelson Rd. to Two Rivers)

  • When
    2019-07-24
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Southern WI.

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