The Upper Yough is a class IV/V advanced whitewater kayaking river. This trip is open only to those with the requisite skills and experience to safely enjoy this type of river, if you are unsure of your ability to run this river then please email me. Logistics Departing Friday at a time/location TBD by trip participants. We will travel to …
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Intro to White Water Kayaking: from Flat Water Basics to White Water Rapids
This full day adventure will start with the basics on flat water, which will include info about kayaks, wet exits, how to paddle and maneuver a white water kayak, T-rescues, and briefly, the Eskimo Roll. After practicing those skills for ~2 hours you will then test them in moving water as we navigate through the class 1-2 rapids of the …
Whitewater Kayaking: Upper Yough!
The Upper Yough is releasing on Saturday, so let’s go! LOGISTICS: Saturday we will be running the UY for its release, and Sunday plans are up in the air. If nothing else is running, I will probably open this up to beginner/intermediate kayakers and will take them down the Lower Yough on Sunday. TBD though. Staying at Dave Kessman’s place, …
Advanced Whitewater Kayaking: West Virginia/Maryland
Weekend paddling, woohoo! LOGISTICS: Tentative plan is for UY Sat, Cheat Sun. This may change depending on levels. Staying at Dave Stephens’s cabin near Friendsville. For food, BYO, as it is summer and the club does not cover food. Plan on camping / cooking outside unless you hear otherwise. Once we have a final number we can coordinate more if …
Intro to White Water Kayaking – Learning the Basics on a Lake
This class is designed to teach you the very basics of white water kayaking, to prepare you for future river trips. We’ll spend ~2.5 hours on the lake at Walnut Creek Park (~10 miles south of town) learning such skills as the wet exit, how to paddle a white water kayak, T-rescues, and the Eskimo roll. Since I will need …
Advanced Whitewater Kayaking: Upper Yough
The Upper Yough is releasing this weekend, so let’s go! LOGISTICS: Saturday we will be running the UY for its release, and Sunday plans are up in the air, possibly the Lower Yough, Ohiopyle, or chillin at Valley Falls for the race. Hopefully crashing at Dave’s or Chris’s house, but that is TBD, depending on the total number of people …
Advanced Whitewater Kayaking: Upper Yough
The Upper Yough is releasing this weekend, so let’s go! LOGISTICS: Saturday and Monday we will be running the UY for its release, and Sunday plans are up in the air, possibly the Savage. Probably crashing at Dave Kessman’s, depending on the total number of people going. For food, BYO, as it is summer and the club does not cover …
Cpr + Aed Certification Course ~ Adult, Pediatric + Infant
Learn the lifesaving skills of CPR and AED. Get a 2-year American Heart Association certification. Full instruction, practice, and certification all done during this one eve. No online prerequisite work. I’ll serve as your AHA instructor, and I’ll make the class be FUN. Quotes (anonymous feedback) from prior students: >> “Much more fun than usual!” >> “Awesome. Humorous.” >> “Matt …
Disaster + Wilderness First Aid Course [Free for Uva Academic Employees! Reimbursable for Trip Leaders!]
Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > wilderness area CHOOSE one set of dates/locations (2 days, 8:30am-6:30pm both days): > Sep. 21-22: Virginia Beach, VA* > Oct. 12-13: Richmond, VA* > Oct. 19-20: CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA* (at UVA med school Jordan Hall) > Nov. 9-10: …
Week of Rivers (Whitewater Kayaking – All Levels)
I’m “coordinating” a trip to Carolina Canoe Club’s Week of Rivers (WOR)… Go directly to the source, and get all the beta you could ever want about this event here: http://www.carolinacanoeclub.org/content/week-rivers Now incase you didn’t read all that, here’s my quick summary: This is a week long event in Western NC, where most in attendance camp out at a site …
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New River Gorge – Intermediate Whitewater Kayak Trip!
(This is Intermediate^class III + skill level). New River Gorge, Class III-IV, You can research this river here: http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/2418/ You must have taken Dave Clark’s or someone else’s intro to whitewater kayaking class or have equivalent experience, you must have somewhat of a combat roll, have paddled and felt comfortable on class III whitewater. Everyone gets wait-listed until I screen …
Intermediate^2 Whitewater Kayaking – the Savage River
Note the skill level… It’s intermediate squared, not intermediate*2 Kayaking. Anyways, The main event of the weekend would be The Savage River release on Saturday 6/1 (This is the Intermediate^2 one). You can do your own research on this run by starting here: http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/748/ DISCLAIMER: I am NOT “leading” on any of these rivers, I am only coordinating some logistics …
Intermediate – Advanced Ww Kayaking on the Maury
Let’s go kayaking! It has rained a ton recently, and goshen still has a LOT of water. But Saturday should be prime time fun. To come on this trip you need to have a solid roll and solid boat control in class III+ to IV water. You must have paddled Goshen or equivalent at least once without incident. Also, Saturday’s …
Intermediate-Advanced White Water Kayaking – the James Through Downtown Richmond
Richmond offers a unique white water run with its class 3/4 rapids and skyline in the background. We’ll run this section of the James as it flows alongside downtown Richmond with some class 2 and 3 rapids (at current flow), including area famous Hollywood Rapid. In order to be qualified for this trip you must have taken the intro trip …
Intro to White Water Kayaking – from Flat Water Basics to White Water Rapids
This full day adventure will start with the basics on flat water, which will include info about kayaks, wet exits, how to paddle and maneuver a white water kayak, T-rescues, and briefly, the Eskimo Roll. After practicing those skills for ~2 hours you will then test them in moving water as we navigate through the class 1-2 rapids of the …
Beginner/Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking Trip
Let’s go kayaking Friday! The weather forecast for Friday 4-26 is expected to be 70 degrees and sunny. Mild and Wild – Lower and Upper Maury! I’d like to run all the way to the post office/swinging bridge. We’ll be warmed up and for those feeling confident enough can run the upper section, which should be at a nice 1st …
Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking – Stonycreek Rendezvous
Stonycreek Rendezvous: The annual Stonycreek Rendezvous is held each year at Greenhouse Park south of Johnstown, PA. This is a great little festival with whitewater releases from Quemahoning Reservoir, camping, music, races, a whitewater rodeo and more. COSTS: Festival Entrance for the entire weekend $10.00 Per person. You can research more on the Rendezvous here: http://benscreekcanoeclub.com/ (This is Intermediate^2 skill …
Beginner-Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking–Rockfish River
Celebrate the overdue return of spring with a trip to Rockfish river, a James river tributary that is excellent for beginners with some class II rapids and plenty of flat water to practice rolling. I will be arranging the logistics for this trip and the preeminent George Kinch will be the leader on the water. This trip is suitable for …
Intermediate-Advanced Whitewater Kayaking
I would like to get in some after work/class richmond paddling Friday Afternoon. The Lower James through Richmond is III-IV at these water temperature and levels. In order to come on this trip you should have a solid combat roll and prior experience in class III+ water. If you are not sure if you are qualified for this trip, just …
Advanced Kayaking: Somewhere Fun!
Springtime means kayaking time! Let’s go paddling Sunday, somewhere awesome. Location is totally flow dependent, and decision likely will not be made until Saturday. It WILL most likely be class IV, and it will also be very cold water with chilly air temps. To come on this trip you need to have a solid roll and solid boat control in …
Beginner-Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking (Daytrip)
Destination is likely the local Rivanna river, but Balcony Falls is a possibility… The middle James River offers something for most levels of kayaking with its massive width and decent drops, set beautifully in the Blue Ridge Mountains. There are plenty of decent drops and play spots through several class 2 and two class 3 rapids, including area famous Balcony …
Cheat Fest (Whitwater Boat Riding, Music, Good Times)
Do your homework early, check/adjust your exam and/or work schedules, learn to kayak, etc.. This is going to be sweet! ACTIVITIES: The emphasis of this trip will be to enjoy whitewater. There is plenty of class III-V whitewater in the area including: The Cheat Canyon, Upper/Lower Yough, Big Sandy, etc. Priority will be given to those who are interested in …
Disaster + Wilderness First Aid Cert Course
Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > wilderness area CHOOSE one set of dates/locations (2 days, 8:30am-6:30pm both days): > March 2 – 3: Knoxville, TN* > March 23-24: Richmond, VA* > April 6 – 7: Blacksburg, VA* > April 13-14: Princeton, NJ* > …
Kayaking Roll Session
Whether you are an experienced kayaker or just a beginner kayaker just looking for some pool time and perhaps a new paddling buddy, check out these roll sessions. These sessions are unstructured, providing plenty of time to practice various skills at your own pace. **There is no formal instruction.** However, there should be a few people on hand who are …
Intermediate/Advanced Whitewater Kayaking: Goshen Pass!!
Let’s go kayaking! It has rained a ton recently, and goshen still has a LOT of water. But tomorrow and Sunday should be prime time fun. To come on this trip you need to have a solid roll and solid boat control in class III+ to IV water. You must have paddled Goshen or equivalent at least once without incident. …
Kayak Roll Practice/Pool Session
Whether you are an experienced kayaker or just a beginner kayaker just looking for some pool time and perhaps a new paddling buddy, check out these roll sessions. These sessions are unstructured, providing plenty of time to practice various skills at your own pace. There is no formal instruction. However, there should be a few people on hand who are …
Intermediate-Advanced Whitewater Kayaking
70 degrees. Snows melting. Solid Class IV-V runs up in WV. Let’s go to Richmond. Levels will be low, but runnable. The water is COLD, which means swimming is ill advised. Bring a solid roll, or appropriate cold weather gear. The club can provide wetsuits and dry(ish)tops. Time’s will be set depending on who is going. We will be back …
Paddlin’ (and Brewin’) in the New Year
Join me to celebrate a wonderful new year with some white water boating and beer brewing: 2 of my favorite activities. The plan is to head out early to catch some regional flow (probably Richmond) and then you are welcome to join me at to my house for a brew session in my backyard. I’ll completely understand if you’re just …
End of the World…Cancelled
Today is the END OF DAYS. THE ARMAGEDDON. THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE. THE MAYAN TIME LAPSE. Join us on this most epic of last adventures. This club was secretly founded for the purpose of finding the smartest, sexiest, and most adventurous people to survive the inevitable apocalypse. You have been selected to survive. In the early days of the club, the …
Intermediate-Advanced Whitewater Kayaking
The James in Richmond is rocking a solid 3.8ft right now but I need to get on a river before Finals, so I may scrape down anyway. We can still work the river, do some skill building, and throw some ender’s in Pipeline so it may be worth your while. Who?- The water is COLD! Therefore if you do not …
Kayak Roll Session
Whether you are an experienced kayaker or just a beginner kayaker just looking for some pool time and perhaps a new paddling buddy, check out these roll sessions. These sessions are unstructured, providing plenty of time to practice various skills at your own pace. **There is no formal instruction.** However, there should be a few people on hand who are …
Kayak Roll Session
Whether you are an experienced kayaker or just a beginner kayaker just looking for some pool time and perhaps a new paddling buddy, check out these roll sessions. These sessions are unstructured, providing plenty of time to practice various skills at your own pace. There is no formal instruction. However, there should be a few people on hand who are …
Disaster + Wilderness First Aid Cert Course
Learn how to save life and limb in an > urban disaster (natural or terrorist) > rural area (not near a hospital) > wilderness area Outdoors at UVAers: SAVE $25 off regular $175 WFA rate, many THANKS to Officer Lindsey for arranging a classroom location for us. Bonus if you’re a trip leader: Earn your course fee back by reimbursement! …
Thanksgiving Weekend Paddling
I’m posting this mostly just to see whose around Thanksgiving weekend that would potentially be interested in some whitewater paddling (all skill levels will considered, even first timers on a river). Local runs are always nice, but a WV/MD trip isn’t out of question depending who signs up. If you don’t have your own boat and gear sign up early …
Spontaneous Slacklining on the Lawn!
It’s so nice outside that it seems weird NOT to slackline. I’ll be setting up my line in 15 min or so, so come for some fun! I’m only gonna stick around for 45 min or so, but if people want to stay later, they’re welcome to burrow the rope.
Intermediate-Advanced Whitewater Kayaking
I need to get in a boat and paddle something. My plan is to daytrip WV Saturday, and boogey back for some celebrations in cville or possibly a film premier in Lynchburg. The options are pretty open. On the intermediate side of paddling, there is the NRG (III-IV), Lower Gauley (IV) and Middle Fork (III-IV). Or we can step, things …
Beginner-Intermediate Kayaking on the James Cancelled
CANCELLED HURRICANE
Bridge Day Whitewater Boat Riding
This is a Whitewater Kayakin (and possibly rafting) trip to the New River Gorge in WV for the Bridge Day Festival, and we will attempt to get the best seats in the house for viewing the Bridge Day jumpers – which would be on the river below the bridge! Official Bridge Day info here: http://www.officialbridgeday.com TIMES/PLAN: River shuttle will be …
What Knot to Wear
Many of us probably just get by when it comes to knots. Perhaps you just keep fumbling around until the rope does what you want it to. Several of the officers have put their heads together and come up with what we think are the 10 most useful knots to know. This “adventure” will be more of a workshop, held …
Whitewater Kayaking: Intermediate/Advanced, Lower New River Gorge!
Lower New River Gorge, Cunard to Fayette Station. This is an Intermediate – Advanced Whitewater kayak trip. Class III + You can research the river here: http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/2418/ Skill requirements: You must have a combat roll to attend this trip. Note: Safety whistle and float bags required. Everyone gets wait listed until I screen your skills. Camping: Ray’s Campground The club …
Advanced*3 Whitewater Kayaking
This is a really advanced Kayaking trip to the Upper Yough, MD and possibly Upper Gauley, WV. The common adventurers that will be furthest downstream on these rivers are looking for a low stress express trip down the river, hence this will not be a first timer UY trip, and previous runs will be needed. TIMES/PLAN Upper Yough on Saturday …
Whitewater Kayak/Roll Practice
Whitewater Kayaking Roll Session/Practice PREREQS: This course is to mainly practice the Eskimo Roll. You have already taken an intro class with David Clark, myself, or someone else’s intro class. and/or be proficient at wet exiting a kayak and T-rescues. We’ll spend about 2 hours on Thursday (9/27) on the lake at Beaver Creek Park (~15 miles West of town) …
Nrg Extravaganza: Intermediate-Advanced Kayaking – the New River Gorge
This trip is part of the overall “NRG Extravaganza” trip and is intended to be an add-on trip to my beginner-intermediate kayaking trip, but you can join this trip without being part of that one. I will be leading a crew of mostly beginner paddlers on the section above the gorge, from Thurmond to Cunard. My plan is to drop …
Nrg Extravaganza- New River Gorge! Intermediate/Advanced Ww Kayaking
This adventure is part of the New River Gorge Extravaganza. Lower New River Gorge, Cunard to Fayette Station. This is an Intermediate – Advanced Whitewater kayak trip. Class III + You can research the river here: http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/2418/ Skill requirements: You must have a combat roll to attend this trip. Note: Safety whistle and float bags required. Everyone gets waitlisted until …
Intermediate White Water Kayaking – the James River Through Downtown Richmond
Richmond offers a unique white water run with its class 3/4 rapids and skyline in the background. We’ll run this section of the James as it flows alongside downtown Richmond with some class 2 and 3 rapids (at current flow), including area famous Hollywood Rapid. In order to be qualified for this trip you must have taken the intro trip …
Intro to White Water Kayaking – from Flat Water Basics to White Water Rapids
This full day class will start with the basics on flat water, which will include info about kayaks, wet exits, how to paddle and maneuver a white water kayak, T-rescues, and briefly, the Eskimo Roll. After developing those skills for ~2 hours you will then test them in moving water as we navigate through the class 1-2 rapids of the …
Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking- the Lower James
So there’s an intro and an advanced kayaking trip this weekend, what is missing? An intermediate trip… Richmond offers a unique white water run with its class 3 rapids and skyline in the background. We’ll run this section of the James as it flows alongside downtown Richmond with some class 2, 3 and 1 class 4 rapid – area famous …
Advanced Whitewater Kayaking – Wherever the Rain Is
This is an (Advanced)*3 Kayaking trip to some arbitrary/TBD whitewater destination between say Lake Ontario and Northern, GA. (I don’t know where yet because its currently Tuesday and I’m looking to see what the rains do before picking venue(s). I’m hoping that we’ll catch some natural flow on some uncommon runs (Solid Class IV, maybe higher) – but dam releases …
Nrg Extravaganza: Beginner-Intermediate Ww Kayaking
The following is a message I sent to the club. If you have read it and are only interested in details of this trip, scroll down. If you want to learn more about the NRG Extravaganza, keep reading: WHAT IS THE NRG EXTRAVAGANZA? The New River Gorge (NRG) Extravaganza is a choose-your-own-adventure megatrip that the club puts on in the …