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Class 3, 8.3 miles with many play spots. Bring a lunch and enjoy a day with river friends. Questions? Steve 541-981-1490

A very docile gentle moving water paddle highly suitable for learners and newbies. There is just nothing here to cause problems. >8 miles of undeveloped natural Deschutes River. Easy developed launch and takeout. I‘m taking a youth group paddling and opening up the paddle for anyone interested in a stunning section of river in sunny central Oregon. Register for this paddle to receive Email with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout. Overnight camping is a possibility.

Class 2+, 7 miles with a few play spots. Bring a lunch and enjoy a day on the water with friends. Questions? Steve 541-981-1490

Join friends on the gorgeous upper Metolius, on Saturday, July 12, to paddle from right above the first gorge through Candle Creek, twice. Those who are interested can meet the afternoon before (Friday) to camp together, and scout the river as interested. Please note that we will do the run TWICE! In both runs we will put in right above the first gorge, then paddle to the end of Candle Creek. A quick lunch/snack-break between runs. Note that: 1) Individuals will have the option of taking out right before Candle Creek each time—this last rapid probably being the hardest of the run, and the most consequential in case of a swim. 2) Individuals can skip the second run, however they should plan to help with shuttles before taking off, or bring a good book so that they can wait at the takeout (a campground), etc. This run is class 3, with some busy and rocky sections, some of these steep and fast, sometimes with large waves, large boulders/holes, or challenging features. Paddlers need solid directional control of boats to avoid hazards (for example, hazardous strainers), and some larger holes/rocks. Paddlers must have previous experience with class 3 rapids. See more info in Soggy Sneakers, run #168. It may be necessary to portage wood 1-2 times. The water is VERY cold, so proper cold-water gear--a dry suit and warm layers--is vital. Air temperatures in morning can be quite cool. Pogies recommended. Sign up via the WKCC website. Specific meet-up details will be sent to those who are signed up, in the days before the event. We are hoping for good air quality, but we will make adjustments if smoke is heavy on the day of the paddle. Please email me if you have any questions! Patrick

>10 miles of splashy moving water, in this section the river begins to emerge out of the mountains, it flattens a little and presents as splash and dance without the harsher standing waves. There are few pools of slack, it pretty much keeps flowing. There is a weir to portage above Stayton, below this point the river water is weird. You will need a boat that is durable and maneuverable. This is a suitable paddle for a Learner having boat control skill. Both the launch and takeout are developed and easy. Register for this paddle to receive email Friday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

This is a 4 mile section of the Santiam River below Jefferson. Basic boat control is required but this trip would be suitable for beginners. Lifejackets and whistles are required as well as Waterway Access permits for boats over 10 feet. Feel free to email me if there are any questions! - Brian NMSUEagle@gmail.com

An evening moving water paddle of 4.3 miles below Harrisburg. This is the Main Channel Willamette at its Summer level. Wood is scant but where present it is large and needs to be avoided. Big open river with good depth and flow. This paddle is suitable for Learners having some boat control. Both the Launch and Takeout are developed and easy. Register for this paddle to receive an email Tuesday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, & Takeout.

We‘re planning another fun day on the McKenzie for our summer paddles & potluck picnic. We‘ve reserved the shelter at Hendricks Bridge County Park on the lower McKenzie River. Details to follow. Questions? event@wkcc.org

Come out and explore Leaburg Reservoir for a leisurely flatwater paddle and then head over to Hendrick’s Park afterwards for WKCC’s 50th Anniversary and Summer Picnic. This is an easy out and back of approximately 3 miles with a possible option to explore a narrow-hidden passage around a tiny island. This paddle is appropriate for recreational kayaks, canoes and SUPs. Inflatable kayaks may find this paddle to be somewhat challenging if paddling against wind. All participants must wear a PFD, carry a whistle and have a Waterway Access Pass if your watercraft is 10 feet or longer. A Lane County Park Pass is required at this launch. Access: From Highway 126 about 18 miles east of Springfield, turn right and drive (one way traffic) accross Leaburg Dam. A large gravel parking lot is to the left.

This paddle is the "Moving Water" offering for our Club gathering. The Takeout for this paddle will deliver you to Hendricks Park which is the location of our club gathering and picnic in the afternoon. While not true White Water, this is a sassy moving water section with some splash. It is marginally suitable for a beginner, you will need boat control to obtain your line and stay off obstacles. You need a boat that is maneuverable and durable. This paddle with have a large attendance of seasoned paddlers with skills to help should an upset occur, upsets in the past have been scant on this section. Distance about 9+ miles. Both the Launch and Takeout are developed and easy. Register for this paddle to receive an Email Friday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

This trip will be one of the whitewater options for the club rendezvous celebrating the WKCC 50th anniversary. This section is for intermediate to advanced paddlers. It‘s fast, nearly continuous Class 2 with several larger rapids. There are lots of waves, small eddies and options for surfing, making this a fun run in hard shell kayaks and IKs. Suitable for advanced canoeists and SUPs with extensive Class 2/3 whitewater experience. For those in a hard shell kayak, a good roll is strongly advised, as swims can be long due to the fast current.

This trip is part of the club‘s 50th Anniversary Rendezvous. Details TBA

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This year‘s Commemoration of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings is on Wednesday, August 6th, downtown, and as usual we will paddle the Willamette to close the ceremony. This is a twilight event timed to be off the water at Michael‘s Landing before dark. As in previous years, the canoes and kayaks will be lit with Japanese-style lanterns. The floating procession is intended to be a solemn experience, in keeping with the theme of remembrance of the victims of the bombings. I am told that the people participating in the downtown ceremony will be able to walk out onto the new bridge to watch us pass. If you are an experienced boater with an evening to spare in dedication to peace, please contact Andi Stephens: Andi.Q.Stephens@gmail.com. Please let me know if you can join me.

A 9 miles paddle of a moving water section of the Deschutes River through the High Desert Canyon and Warm Springs Reservation. SS #184 (first 9 miles). Excellent section for beginners, a few dancing riffles, wood is scant, shade is scarce. The Launch and Takeout are developed and easy. A great section for voluntary swimming and self-rescue practice. Expect to see the Wild Horses on river left as we go through the Warm Springs Reservation. Option for 2nd day trip on the Maupin section will require a second night of camping. There is a small fee for camping. Register for this paddle to receive an email Thursday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

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Are you a beginner kayaker wanting to advance your skills or transition to a hardshell kayak? This comprehensive beginner kayaking class will be taught by ACA certified instructors from the Eugene River House Outdoor Center exclusively for WKCC members. Option to use your own whitewater appropriate gear or use gear available at the River House at no added cost. (IK, hardshell WW boat, two different styles of sit on top WW kayaks, necessary equipment and wetsuit.) Instructor to participant ratios will be no more than 5 students per instructor. The class will cover 15 hours of instruction for $_TBD_. Thu, July 24th: Three hours of orientation at the River House in Eugene the evening of the 24th. Fri, July 25: No class Sat/Sun, July 26th and 27th will be spent on the river. Shuttles will be provided from the River House. Registration begin TBA Full payment of $_TBD_ due upon registration. PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND THE ORIENTATION THE EVENING OF THURSDAY JULY 24TH WHICH WILL COVER SAFETY, PROPER OUTFITTING/GEAR SELECTION, INSURANCE WAIVERS AND SHUTTLE INFORMATION. May receive a full refund BEFORE TBA, 2025 unless there is someone else to fill that vacancy. No refunds for no shows. Questions? Reach out to Mari

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Description of the run. Soggy Sneakers run # and edition. Any particular details that are important: skill level required, gear required, weather, flow, etc.

Event Owner is Horst Test-PRM