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• Des Plaines River Cleanup!

  • When
    2019-04-27
  • Location
    Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need

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  Date(s): April 27, 2019
  Leader:  Paul Klonowski
  Co-Leader: Why not YOU???
  Location:  Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need
  Skill Level:  Intermediate
  Category:  Clean up
  Details:  This is part of the Lake County Forest Preserve District’s River Stewardship Project.  The river’s looking better every year, but there’s always more junk coming downstream.  Last year we had to cancel several clean up trips due to high water; we’re hoping for improved conditions this year! 

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• Fox River - Yorkville to Millbrook

  • When
    2019-04-27
  • Location
    Yorkville, IL

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  Date(s):  April 27, 2019
  Leader:   Dave Watts
  Co-Leader: 
  Location:  Yorkville, IL
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Paddling
  Details:  We will paddle from Yorkville, IL (below the Marge Cline White Water Park) to Millbrook, IL. (Shuh Shuh Gah Canoe Launch) Approximately a 7 mile paddle. PFD's must be worn at all times while on the water. Bring a snack/lunch, we will stop at Silver Springs State Park.

  Depending on the weather, cold water paddling gear and practices may be required.

  Car Shift at 10:00am from Yorkville, IL.

  Contact leader for more details and/or directions.

  
  

  
  

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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.
  

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• West Branch, DuPage through Naperville

  • When
    2019-04-28
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    West Branch DuPage from "Three Diamonds" Put-in to Knoch Knolls Park.

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  Date(s):  April 28, 2019
  Leader:  Ray Ziemer
  Co-Leader:
  Location: Branch DuPage from "Three Diamonds" Put-in to Knoch Knolls Park. Skill Level: Beginner
  Category: Day Trip                                                                                              Details:  Enjoyable Sunday paddle through downtown Naperville along the Riverwalk with the carillon ringing in your ears.
  

  Car shift at 9:30 from the “Three Diamonds” put-in at the intersection of Hidden Spring and Stauffer Rds., Naperville. From Ogden Ave. Rte 34 go south on River Rd. across RR tracks and turn left onto Hidden Spring. Follow to Stauffer and the dead-end at Will-o-way Commons.

  We plan to stop at Pioneer Park for lunch and finish up at Knoch Knolls Park, a little under 7 miles paddle overall.

  When unloading at the Three Diamonds, please be quiet, courteous and respectful of the local folks sleeping in on Sunday morning.

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• Kishwaukee River - Combined Paddle Clubs [MCC & PSC]

  • When
    2019-04-28
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Cherry Valley, IL

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  Date(s):  April 28, 2019

  Leader:  Jeff Fitch

  Co-Leader:   Dave Watts

  Location:  Cherry Valley to Atwood Park 
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Day trip
  Details:  This is combined trip with the Mackinaw Canoe Club [MCC]

  Beautiful 8.5 mile stretch on the Kishwaukee River. Arrive at Cherry Valley (Bauman Park) at 9:30am to unload/check in, Car shift will be at 10:00am sharp

  This section, depending on the water level, of the Kishwaukee River can have downfall and swift current so good boat skills are required. Bring water, lunch, PFD, and dress appropriately for the water & weather. Contact trip leader for more details.

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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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• Ralph Frese Memorial Paddle

  • When
    2019-05-04
  •  
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Willow Road Dam, Winnetka (Skokie Lagoons)

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  Date(s): Saturday, May 4, 2019
  Leader:  Sigrid Pilgrim
  Co-Leader: 
  Location:  Willow Road Dam, Winnetka (Skokie Lagoons)
  Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Paddling Event
  Details:

  The Forest Preserves of Cook County will again sponsor the annual Ralph Frese Memorial Trip on his Honorary Water Trail - the North Branch of the Chicago River, starting below the Willow Road Dam and proceeding to Linne Woods takeout at Dempster Street. FPCC will provide car shuttles - please register (free) at http://fpdcc.com/event/ralph-frese-memorial-paddle/

  or call FPCC at 708-386-4042 so we know how many paddlers to expect (and make cookies for).

  If the North Branch is in flood stage, we will move the paddle to the Skokie Lagoons.

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• DuPage River from Naperville to Plainfield

  • When
    2019-05-04
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    DuPage River from Knoch Knolls Park, Naperville to Eaton Preserve, Plainfield

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  Date:  May 4, 2019
  Leader:  Ray Ziemer
  Location:  DuPage River from Knoch Knolls Park, Naperville to Eaton Preserve, Plainfield
  Skill Level: Beginner   
  Details: Usually an easy paddle from the West Branch in South Naperville through the DuPage confluence and southward. Lunch at Riverview Farmstead, then take-out at Eaton Preserve Canoe Landing on the edge of Plainfield. Car shift at 9:30 a.m.
  

  DIRECTIONS TO KNOCH KNOLLS

  From Washington St. South, turn on Ring Rd., then left on Knoch Knolls Rd., south to the park and nature center parking lot.
  

  From Plainfield-Naperville Rd.. turn east onto 95^th St., then left onto KNoch Knolls Rd. Continue to Knoch Knolls Park on right.

  
  

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• Des Plaines River Cleanup!

  • When
    2019-05-05
  • Location
    Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need

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  Date(s): May 5, 2019
  Leader:  Paul Klonowski
  Co-Leader: Why not YOU???
  Location:  Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need
  Skill Level:  Intermediate
  Category:  Clean up
  Details:  This is part of the Lake County Forest Preserve District’s River Stewardship Project.  The river’s looking better every year, but there’s always more junk coming downstream.  Last year we had to cancel several clean up trips due to high water; we’re hoping for improved conditions this year! 

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• Annual Current Buster Race

  • When
    2019-05-05
  • Location
    St Charles, IL - Potawatomi Park, 8 North Ave

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  Date(s): May 5, 2019
  Leader:  Dan Kohler
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:   St Charles, IL - Potawatomi Park,  8 North Ave   
  Skill Level:  Advanced beginner
  Category:  Multi-Category Paddle Racing Event
  Details:  This is a local paddling event which is published as a public service announcement only,  not a PSC sponsored event. 

  All information is available on the event sponsor website, StCharlesCanoeClub.com.  Recreational boating will take place during the afternoon.  I will participate in both the morning races as well as the afternoon recreational boating session, plus I am available anytime to respond to any inquiries.  The paddle course begins at Potawatomi Park in St. Charles, IL and proceeds north about 4.5 miles to the Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve paddle boat put-in and then back to Potawatomi Park.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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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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• Tampier Lake Cleanup

  • When
    2019-05-11
  •  
    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Tampier Lake, 131st & Wolf Road

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  Date(s): May 11, 2019
  Leader:  Dan Kohler
  Co-Leader:  Please Volunteer
  Location:   Tampier Lake,  131st & Wolf Road,  in Cook County’s Palos Forest Preserves area
  Skill Level:  Beginner 
  Category:  Cleanup sponsored by Cook County Forest Preserve
  Details: The cleanup session will begin at 8am and conclude at Noon. Plus, we can practice lake boating skills during the afternoon.  Meet at the Tampier Lake Boating Center, which is located 200ft east of Wolf Road and south of 131st Street.   

  You can cleanup either from your boat or by walking along the shore.
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• DuPage River from through Plainfield to Shorewood

  • When
    2019-05-11
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    DuPage River from Plainfield to Shorewood

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  Date:  May 11, 2019
  Leader:  Ray Ziemer
  Location:  DuPage River, from Eaton Preserve (135th St.) to Rivertowne Parkway (Caton Farm Rd.), Shorewood
  Skill Level: Beginner   
  Details: Mostly slow easy paddle through historic Plainfield areas with some nice green corridors. Car shift 9:30 a.m. Lunch someplace along the way.
  

  DIRECTIONS TO EATON PRESERVE CANOE LAUNCH AT 135^TH ST. PLAINFIELD: From IL Route 59 go east less than ½ mile on 135th Street, cross the river and turn south into the canoe launch access. Or from Naperville-Plainfield Rd., go west on 135^th St. (Pilcher Road at that point) and the canoe launch access will be on the left before you cross the river.

  
  

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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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• Annual DuPage River Sweep (Clean-up)

  • When
    2019-05-18
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    TBD

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  Date(s):  Saturday, May 18, 2019
  Leader:  Ray Ziemer
  Co-Leader:   Kathi Landow
  Location:  TBD
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Cleanup
  Details: This year’s annual DuPage River Sweep gets under way Saturday, 5/18 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The Sweep is organized by The Conservation Foundation and supported by DuPage County Stormwater Management. Over 12,500 volunteers have removed nearly 300 tons of garbage from DuPage County waterways since the event was launched in 1991. Joining  hundreds of volunteers across the county, our crew will return to the West Branch this year to work on the river in the Naperville area. Contact Ray or Kathi for details. Car shuttle at 9:00 a.m.

  
  

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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: Steve Sinderson 
  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 for the Marathon can be found at: www.canoemarathon.com. To receive club points for this trip you must register for this PSC event and also be registered for the Marathon at www.canoemarathon.com.  Upon completion of this event we will cross-reference PSC sign-up with Marathon finish results. 

   

  
  

   

  
  

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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
    Hidden Lake Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Date(s):  May 19, 2019
  Leader: Marlene Bertolozzi
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:  Hidden Lake Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Instruction
  Details:  

  This is the first in our PSC Training Series, Introduction to Paddling for Canoe & Kayak. 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
    Hidden Lake Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Date(s):  May 19, 2019
  Leader: Dave Watts
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:  Hidden Lake Forest Preserve, Downers Grove
  Skill Level:  Beginner
  Category:  Instruction
  Details:  

  This is the first in our PSC Training Series, Introduction to Paddling for Canoe & Kayak. 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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• Lake Monroe - Deam Wilderness Area - Paddling/Camping

  • Start
    2019-05-24
  • End
    2019-05-27
  • Location
    Bloomington, IN
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Date(s):  May 24 - 27, 2019
  Leader:  Dave Watts
  Co-Leader:   
  Location:  Bloomington, IN
  Skill Level: Intermediate
  Category:  Lake Paddling / Camping
  Details:  Lake Monroe, Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area, SE of Bloomington, IN

  Lake Paddling & Camping from your canoe or kayak  

  NOTE: You will be 'camping' out of your boat, you must bring all your own equipment. This is not 'base' camping from your vehicle. You will not have easy access to your vehicle, although, it will be within an hours paddle. The camp sites are paddle in only.

  Come enjoy a relaxing weekend of paddling, camping, fishing, swimming, etc. in this vast wilderness area. No portages required, but plan on moving campsites at least once.  Established hiking trails run throughout the wilderness area as well.

  The east side of Lake Monroe is where the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area resides nestled inside the Hoosier National Forest. This side of Lake Monroe is set aside for fishing, pontoon type boats; the high speed ski boats & jet skis are relegated to the west side of Lake Monroe.

  Camping is free, plenty of designated camp sites, most along the lake shore.  State of Indiana Lake Permit stamp is required, but for a small fee.  Limit 6 paddlers

  Please contact me if interested or for more information.

  
  

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• Des Plaines River Cleanup!

  • When
    2019-05-25
  • Location
    Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need

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  Date(s): May 25, 2019
  Leader:  Paul Klonowski
  Co-Leader: Why not YOU???
  Location:  Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need
  Skill Level:  Intermediate
  Category:  Clean up
  Details:  This is part of the Lake County Forest Preserve District’s River Stewardship Project.  The river’s looking better every year, but there’s always more junk coming downstream.  Last year we had to cancel several clean up trips due to high water; we’re hoping for improved conditions this year! 

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• DuPage River, Shorewood to Channahon

  • When
    2019-05-25
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    DuPage River from Rivertowne Landing to Minooka Rd.

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  Date:  May 25, 2019
  Leader:  Ray Ziemer
  Location:  DuPage River from Rivertowne Landing to Minooka Rd.
  Skill Level: Advanced Beginner   
  Details: We will paddle through the channels of Hammel Woods, portage around the dam, and challenge the riffles downstream around the railroad bridge.

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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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• White River

  • When
    2019-06-01
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    White River, Wisconsin

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  Date(s):  June 1, 2019
  Leader:  Bill Kessler
  Co-Leader:   Russell Block
  Location:  White River, Wisconsin
  Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
  Category:  Moving water paddling
  Details:  The White River rises out of the eastern end of Lake Geneva and winds through a variety of farmland and forest. Let’s meet at 9:30. Map and directions will be provided. While there are no hazards on this stretch, it is at times narrow and windy. Be sure to register so you get updated information on weather, water levels, and other details.

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• Mid America Canoe Race

  • When
    2019-06-02
  • Location
    St Charles or Batavia to McCullough Park in Aurora

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  Date(s): June 2, 2019
  Leader:  Dan Kohler
  Co-Leader:  
  Location:St Charles or Batavia to McCullough Park in Aurora        
  Skill Level:  Advanced beginner
  Category:  Fox Valley Park District Sponsored Paddling Event
  Details:  This listing is shown as a public service message about a local paddling event which is sponsored by the Fox Valley Park District.  This event is not sponsored by PSC.
  

  All information and entry registration is found on the foxvalleyparkdistrict.org 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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• Des Plaines River Cleanup!

  • When
    2019-06-08
  • Location
    Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need

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  Date(s): June 8, 2019
  Leader:  Paul Klonowski
  Co-Leader: Why not YOU???
  Location:  Upper Des Plaines River, location TBD, based on need
  Skill Level:  Intermediate
  Category:  Clean up
  Details:  This is part of the Lake County Forest Preserve District’s River Stewardship Project.  The river’s looking better every year, but there’s always more junk coming downstream.  Last year we had to cancel several clean up trips due to high water; we’re hoping for improved conditions this year! 

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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
    6

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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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