EVENTS CALENDAR 2010

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March 26 to March 28 (Aqua-Adventures – Mission Bay) Southwest Kayak Symposium
Campland on the Bay.  To register contact: http://www.aquaadventures.com/symposium%20index.html
Call Aqua-Adventures Phone: (619) 523-9577 or info@aqua-adventures.com

APRIL
Sat. April 17 at 7 am (VWKC) – Big Rock Triathlon on Lake Perris
Kayakers are needed to guide swimmers while they compete in a triathlon race.  It is a simply paddle.  You need to have your kayak in the water by 7:30 am.  Launch site is lot 9 at Lake Perris.  This is a unique experience.  If you have never been to a triathlon before, this is a must see event.  Afterwards, paddle around Lake Perris.  To sign up, contact Tom Siebold at hemetrunner@yahoo.com or (951) 927-5951.
Fri. April 16  - Sun. 18  (Aqua-Adventures)  Black Canyon Colorado River Kayak
For those of you who have always wanted to explore awesome Black Canyon on the Colorado River by kayak.....here's your chance! Jen Kleck, owner of Aqua-Adventures in Mission Bay, has offered to lead our club members on the trip of a lifetime.  Spend three days and two nights on the spectacular stretch of the river below Hoover Dam.  This is a trip where you pack everything in your kayak and paddle up the Colorado River to Arizona Hot Springs where you will camp for two nights, paddle each day, explore side canyons with awesome hot springs and a sauna cave.  Soak in natural hot springs. To see past Black Canyon trip photos Jen has led click here:  http://www.aqua-adventures.com/blackcanyonalbum.html  Jen is an American Canoe Association certified Coastal Kayak Instructor as well as a British Canoe Union 5 Star and Level 4 Coach. She is only the second woman in North America to achieve this ranking in the BCU. For information and to sign up, contact Jen Kleck at Aqua-Adventures and let her know you are with Valley Wide Kayak Club to get the special price of $325 which includes Jen’s delicious camp meals!  Minimum of 8 paddlers required for Jen to lead this trip.  (800) 269-7792   or   (619) 523-9577  info@aqua-adventures.com  www.aqua-adventures.com 

MAY
May 21 to May 23 (VWKC) Lake Skinner Kayak, Camp & Chili Cook-off
Please join us for a weekend of paddling, bird watching & socializing with other VWKC members.  If you aren’t able to camp Friday and/or Saturday, just come on Saturday morning.  We’ll have a club paddle at 9 am Saturday from Launch Ramp 2 on the south end of the lake!   The paddling is spectacular – lots of birds and wildlife along the shore.   Saturday at 6 pm we’ll have our 5th Annual Chili Cook Off.  For those who want to enter the chili contest, bring your favorite chili or sign up to bring other dishes as follows to share Saturday night: Last name: A-E = Cornbread, F-J = Salad & dressing, K-O = Chili toppings, P –T = dessert, U - Z drinks.  You must have had your kayak inspected by MWD prior to launching. You can get it inspected at gate at Lake Skinner.  Your kayak must be a sit-in-side 10’ or longer – no sit on tops are allowed.   See www.dvlake.com for more information on MWD rules.  VWKC has reserved our usual sites 119 & 120 in Campground A for Fri & Sat nights which are very nice under beautiful trees and next to the grassy area.  We will hold our VWKC Chili Cook-off on site 119.  Whoever contacts Kerry Douglass or Diane Boss first can buy Site 120 from VWKC.  To reserve a site close to 119 and 120, go to http://www.riversidecountyparks.org/reservations/camping-reservations and put in the dates May 21 to May 22 to view the Campsite A map and make reservations.  Or call Lake Skinner reservations at (800) 234-7275 and mention you want to get close to Campground A-sites 119 & 120.  Costs:  Campers: 45.00 for two nights for 2 cars and 6 people.  Check in time is 2:00 pm and check out time is 1:00 pm. There are some trees but bring shade covers anyway!  These sites are developed with water (no electricity) and are near the restrooms. Non-campers:  Daily cost to get into park is $5.00 (Waived if camping) and $2.00 a day for each kayak. Pets $1.00. To sign up or for more info, Kerry Douglass, cell 909-499-2419 or kerryd2004@ca.rr.com, or Diane Boss (951) 634-4952 cell or dianeboss@hotmail.com. 

JUNE
Lake Perris – Launch Ramp # 6  – Weekly Wednesday night – 6 pm paddles
Dates:  June 9, 16, 23, 30.  This is a chance for club members to get together for fun at the      end of the day.  Whoever shows up paddles together – no VWKC host will be assigned.  For more information, contact Diane Boss (951) 634-4952 or dianeboss@hotmail.com
Sat. June 19th at 9:00 am,  Lake Perris, Alessandro Island Picnic Paddle
Meet at 9 am and be ready to launch by 9:30 am at
Launch Ramp 6 Moreno Beach (directly north of the island...the only launch ramp open).
Come join us for a summer paddle around the east and south end of Lake Perris.  We'll explore the bird habitat and hopefully see some wildlife.  For lunch, we will paddle over to Alessandro Island for a picnic lunch together and we will head back to shore around 1 pm. This should be an easy paddle and is perfect for the beginning kayaker. Bring water, lunch, sunscreen, quick dry clothes you can layer, and a hat. Don’t forget your kayak, paddles, PFD, and rescue equipment. Sign up with Diane Boss, (951) 634-4952 or dianeboss@hotmail.com
JULY
Lake Perris – Launch Ramp # 6 – Weekly Wednesday night – 6 pm paddles                Dates:  July 7, 14, 21, 28.  This is a chance for club members to get together for fun at the       end of the day.  Whoever shows up paddles together – no VWKC host will be assigned.  For more information, contact Diane Boss (951) 634-4952 or dianeboss@hotmail.com
Wed. July 21st 6:30 pm (Family Kayak Adventure Center)
Jackson Browne Concert by Kayak on San Diego Bay
Bring your family and friends and join us for a beautiful evening on the water enjoying great music, food and beverages. Humphreys always has a great lineup of performers and we have a great view of the stage from our kayaks. Here are just a few of the great performers coming this year:  Diana Ross,   Gipsy Kings,   Jackson Browne, Sheryl Crow,   Crosby Stills and Nash,   Joan Baez,   Chris Isaak. We supply the kayaks, life vests and paddling equipment. You bring your food and beverages.  Finger foods such as pizza, sushi, fried chicken, tortilla roll-ups, sandwiches, etc. work well in a kayak. For your comfort we use sit-inside recreational kayaks with a dry roomy cockpit and seats with seat-backs and cushions. Plenty of room for a small cooler as well.   Cost is $32 per adult, $22 per child (8-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult.  Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, and instructor/guide.  $15 discount with your own kayak. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required. Call Marie Humphrey at 619-282-3520 or go to www.familykayak.com to make a reservation. 
Sat., July 25th (Aqua-Adventures) – Coastal Paddle – La Jolla to Mission Bay
Really go someplace in your sea kayak!  Paddle along San Diego’s beautiful coast, from La Jolla to Mission Bay.  Every day is different on the open ocean: tides, swell, and weather vary hourly, wildlife encounters are always an exciting possibility – never knowing exactly what will happen is part of the adventure!  The “Coastal” paddles are 9 to 14 miles and require some previous experience: a basic kayaking lesson and a few Thursday evening or Wednesday morning paddles, for example.  We have tandem kayaks available for those unsure of their stamina, but you’ll have to supply your kayaking partner!  These paddles are great preparation for longer kayak trips like our Black Canyon Hot Springs trip or Todos Santos islands expedition.  Come see San Diego from a new perspective.  Contact: Aqua-Adventures (800) 269-7792   or   (619) 523-9577   info@aqua-adventures.com  www.aqua-adventures.com 
AUGUST
Lake Perris – Launch Ramp # 6 – Weekly Wednesday night – 6 pm paddles                Dates:  August 4, 11, 18, 25.  This is a chance for club members to get together for fun at the  end of the day.  Whoever shows up paddles together – no VWKC host will be assigned. For more information, contact Diane Boss (951) 634-4952 or dianeboss@hotmail.com
Fri., Aug. 20 to Sun., Aug. 22 (VWKC) –11th Birthday Party & 9th Charity Paddle         Lake Hemet
We will set up for the Charity Paddle on Saturday morning at 8 am at our campsite on Lake Hemet and launch at 10:00 am, paddling to raise funds to send kids with cancer and their families to Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times in Garner Valley.  Dona Barber will host the Charity Paddle and the VWKC Anniversary Party.   We will celebrate our clubs 11th Anniversary at 1:00 pm in the Lake Hemet Park.  Come for the day’s activities or camp for the weekend with fellow VWKC members.  Those who paddle on Lake Hemet must have completed their new safety rescue training offered through Aqua-Adventures and be in possession of a current Lake Hemet Safety Card (go to the safety page for more details).  Volunteers are needed to help with this event.  Contact Dona Barber dona.barber@gmail.com (951) 491-9956 for more information.