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VALLEY WIDE KAYAK CLUB We encourage members of VWKC to host an event. It can be a day trip, camping trip, or a wilderness kayak trip to a place like Black Canyon. To find out how to host an event or participate in one, go to www.valleywidekayakclub.org/events. Contact Events Coordinator Kerry Douglass (909) 499-2419 kerryd2004@ca.rr.com When participating in a Valley Wide Kayak Club event, participants are cautioned that kayaking is a potentially hazardous activity. You must read & sign the club waiver prior to the start of an event and you assume all risk for any involvement in the event. These paddles are social events, lead by non-professional hosts. The hosts do not necessarily have experience in first aid, CPR and do not necessarily carry first aid or rescue equipment. MONTHLY MEETINGSFirst Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Valley Wide Sports & Recreation, 901 W. Esplanade, San Jacinto. Meeting room in the mobile home next to the ball field parking lot behind the gym. Information on buying kayaks, event information, safety & training, and kayaking presentations. When the Monday falls on a holiday, the meeting is moved to the following Monday. |
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| PADDLING BASICS, INTERMEDIATE 1 & 2 KAYAK CLASSES LAKE PERRIS, SAIL COVE A great way to learn how to kayak in a safe way and to meet & visit with other members of the VWKC. Registration is at 9:30 am to complete required paperwork and pay fees. Training class starts at 10:00 am. Class Fee: Members - $20.00, Non Members - $40. VWKC Membership fee ($24 year/$48 family). Class spots are limited – 1st come 1st serve. Remember, this is also a PFD day (Personal Fun Day), so come on down and paddle with us! Training classes are offered in the following sequence: Paddling Basics Kayak Training consists of learning parts of a kayak, how to sit in and adjust a kayak to fit, paddle basics-holding feathered vs. non-feathered, safety items – PFD, signaling device, bilge pump, etc., paddle strokes (basic), choosing a kayak. View an excellent paddling video on site. Class cost – see above. Trainer Gary Hakala Saturday: July 12th, Oct 11th 2008 Intermediate Kayak Paddling skills & Test for Lake Hemet’s Safety Training Card – Gary Hakala Picnic Lunch Paddle to Alessandro Island at 12 pm: Come out and enjoy the beautiful Indian Summer Weather. Paddling to Alessandro Island is an adventure and perfect for the beginner paddler. Bring your lunch, clothes to change into, water, camera and sunscreen. Sign up at November meeting or contact Kerry Douglass to sign up (909) 499-2409) SATURDAY – AFTER TRAININGS Intermediate Kayak Paddling skills- taught by Jen Kleck – Aqua-Adventures – Special class $60.00 2008 – Saturday: June 14th, September 6th Safety Training Card – Lake Hemet – A kayaker must have successfully passed the VWKC Intermediate Training Class which includes the ability to self rescue and perform an assisted rescue. This card must be presented at the gate and worn while kayaking on Lake Hemet. Go to www.valleywidekayakclub.org for the training schedule. All kayaks must be 10’ or longer and sit in side (no sit on top or inflatable kayaks are allowed) Kayak Inspection for Lake Skinner and Diamond Valley Lake – To kayak on these lakes all kayaks must be pre-inspected and at least 10 feet long and a sit inside – no sit on top kayaks are allowed. You can get your kayak inspected at the entry gate at either location. No training verification is required for these lakes. Go to www.dvlake.com for more information
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EVENTS CALENDAR MAY Southwind Kayak Center – KAYAK EXTRAVAGANZA 2008 Saturday & Sunday, May 3 - 4 “Southwind’s Kayak Festival” Saturday & Sunday, May 17- 18 “Special Manufacturer’s Day” Saturday & Sunday, May 31 – June 1 “Special Manufacturer’s Day” Sponsored by Southwind Kayak Center 1-800-SOUTHWIND – What was formerly known as the Expo has evolved into a series of events that formed into the “Kayak Extravaganza”. Contact Southwind for more information. http://www.southwindkayaks.com
Friday – Sunday, May 16 - 18 / Lake Morena Kayak Camping San Diego County (Campo)
Saturday – Tuesday, May 24 - 27 / Memorial Day Weekend / 4-Day Weekend, San Quintin Bay, Baja California Sponsored by Family Kayak Adventure Center. Contact Marie Humphrey at 619-282-3520. Join us in exploring this Pacific bay only five hours south of the US border. We will camp on the beach of the outer bay and take day paddles to explore the unique geography of this area. From pristine white sand beaches to volcanic tide pools, there is plenty of exploring to do here. There is a sea lion rookery at the end of the peninsula and dolphins typically cruise by our campsite each day. Participants are responsible for their own camping gear, food and water. Costs for this 4-day trip are $349 per person. Cost includes kayak, paddling equipment and ACA Certified instructor/guide. Tandem or single kayaks are available. $100 discount with your own boat. Family Kayak Adventure Center will provide ground transportation from San Diego for the first 7 people to sign up. Transportation expenses will be shared by the group. Not included in the cost are camping gear, food, drinks, and automobile expenses. www.familykayak.com or marie@familykayak.com Photos from our last trip in 2007 http://www.familykayak.com/gallery/San-Quintin-2007 Note: A passport is required to return to the US in 2008.
JUNE Sunday, June 1, “Glorietta Bay to Ferry Landing, San Diego Bay 1 pm – 4 pm Sponsored by Family Kayak Adventure Center. Contact Marie Humphrey at 619-282-3520. Join us for this exciting paddle on San Diego Bay. We will start at the cove at Glorietta Park and paddle under the Coronado Bridge. As we follow the shoreline to the Ferry Landing we will gaze on the beautiful downtown skyline across the bay. Family Kayak will provide stable recreational kayaks, life vests, paddles, instructor/guide. This is an easy paced paddle on protected water, so it is great for first-time kayakers. Basic paddling instruction is included. Cost is $40 per adult, $15 per child with an adult. $20 discount with your own kayak. To sign up go to the webpage at: http://www.familykayak.com/events/kayak_san_diego_bay_gloriettta-a.php or marie@familykayak.com
Saturday, June 7th, “Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay on Kayak – “BEACH BOYS” “The Humphrey’s Three Concerts by Kayak” Coordinator Gwenda Humpreys and Kayaking by Marie Humphrey – Family Kayak Center. BEACH BOYS, Saturday June 7th CROSBY, STILLS AND NASH, Tuesday, June 17th Chris ISAAK, Wednesday, July 16th DAVID SANDBORN, Monday, August 11th GIPSY KINGS, Monday August 18th We will kayak to the Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay (San Diego) with Marie Humphrey. Marie will supply the kayaks and be the guide. You can also bring your own kayak. To sign up register with Family Kayak on the following website: http://www.familykayak.com/events/kayak_humphreys_concert-a.php or marie@familykayak.com or call Marie Humphrey at 619-282-3520 or Gwenda Humphreys at 858-484-4345 or GwendaAnn@sbcglobal.net
Saturday & Sunday, June 7 – June 8 / Southwind Kayak Center – “Special Manufacturer’s Day” Sponsored by Southwind Kayak Center - Contact: Southwind Kayak Center 800-768-8494 – website: www.southwindkayaks.com What was formerly known as the Expo has evolved into a series of events that formed into the “Kayak Extravaganza”. Focused on Hobie and Native Watercraft.
JULY (VWKC) Friday, July 4th – Idyllwild 4th of July Parade. Contact Barbara Voigt (951) 845-5295
Friday – Sunday, July 25 – 27 / Baja Sea Caves and Rock Gardens by Sea Kayak Sponsored by Aqua-Adventures. At their site in Baja, Mexico, just a few hours south of San Diego, steep rocky cliffs combine with ocean swell to create a kayaker's wonderland of immense beauty and heart-pounding adrenaline. Using sea kayaks and sit on tops, we'll paddle through narrow slots and towering caves, pass crevices and blow holes, and explore the haunts of seals and sea lions. No one else explores the coastline quite like this! Join us for one of the most unique kayaking trips anywhere! Special pricing will be offered to VWKC members $265.00. Contact Jen Kleck at www.aqua-adventures.com or call 800-269-7792. To view photo gallery of past trips, go to www. Note: A passport is required to return to the US in 2008.
AUGUST (VWKC) Friday – Sunday, August 22-24, VWKC 9th Anniversary & 7th Charity Paddle Presentation - Lake Hemet If you are coming just to the party and do not want to drive in, the daily cost to walk-in Lake Hemet is $3.00/adult and children under 5 are free, $3.00/dog. Help celebrate the club’s 8th birthday on Saturday, August 18th at 12:00 pm at Lake Hemet’s campground #2 with a club barbecue and party. Kayakers must have passed their safety training course and hold a red training card. 2:00 pm There will be a club paddle on the lake after lunch at 2:00 pm. Sign up with Nancy Austin to take the Safety Training at Lake Perris – Sail Cove prior to the event. Your kayak must be a sit-in-side 10’ or longer. No sit-on-tops or inflatables are allowed. 7th Charity Paddle for “Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times” Paddle & Presentation – Saturday 10:00 am Guys and Gals who wish to paddle ($25 contribution) for Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times, Saturday morning at 10:00 am in Campground 2, please contact Nancy Austin at 951-658-7319 or Kerry Douglass at 909-499-2419 to sign up as a Paddler or a volunteer. 12:00 pm VWKC Anniversary Party and “Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times” lunch and Presentation of funds raised by VWKC members will start at 12:00 pm. Please bring pot luck dish.
SEPTEMBER Saturday – Monday, September 27 – 29 / Black Canyon – Aqua-Adventures Sponsored by Aqua-Adventures. Contact Jen Kleck at www.aqua-adventures.com or call 800-269-7792. Not far from the glitz of Las Vegas, the majestic Colorado River winds its way through a beautiful, remote canyon just below Hoover Dam. We spend 3 days exploring by kayak and camping under the stars. One Of the most spectacular features of this area are the abundant hot springs that grace every side canyon! Soaking in these thermal springs by star light is an amazing experience and will relax muscles tired from the days efforts. The unique “sauna cave” is a special spa like treat! Great meals top off the experience! Day 1: Meet at Willow Beach Marina along the Colorado River. We load all our camping gear into our Day 2 – After breakfast, we’ll paddle a few miles farther upriver for a stunning view of the Hoover Dam. We’ll explore several side canyons with hot springs as well as the famous Sauna Cave. Day 3 – After a final soak in the springs, we’ll pack up camp and head back to Willow Beach. We’ll be on the road for home by about 2:00 pm. To view photos of previous Black Canyon trips, go to http://www.aqua-adventures.com/blackcanyonalbum.html Discounted price available to VWKC members = $_____, Regular price $295.00. Includes all meals. This trip is for the intermediate to advanced paddler as we will be paddling upriver against the current.
OCTOBER Saturday – Thursday, October 18-23 / 6-day Bahia de los Angeles Sponsored by Family Kayak Adventure Center. Contact Marie Humphrey at 619-282-3520. We will camp on the beach doing day paddles in the morning before the wind comes up. Paddling on the Sea of Cortez is like being in an aquarium with a huge variety of fish, marine mammals and aquatic plants. Water temperatures are in the mid-70's so snorkeling is also wonderful. The whale sharks are often in the bay during this time of the year. In the afternoons, if the wind comes up we will go clamming, visit the preservation center for sea turtles, tour the local museum, discover ancient Indian cliff paintings and visit Mission San Borja established in 1779. Costs for this 6-day trip are $449 per person. Cost includes a group campsite on the beach with camp toilets and showers, kayaks, paddling equipment, life vests, and ACA Certified instructor/guide. Both single and double kayaks are available. $100 discount with your own kayak. Family Kayak Adventure Center will provide ground transportation from San Diego for the first 7 people to sign up. Transportation expenses will be shared by the group. Not included in the cost are a tourist visa (approx. $25 per person, good for 6 months), camping gear, food, drinks, and automobile expenses for the trip down and back. . www.familykayak.com or marie@familykayak.com Photos from one of our trips in 2007 http://www.familykayak.com/gallery/Bahia-de-los-Angeles-07 Note: A passport is required to return to the US in 2008.
NOVEMBER VWKC) Saturday, November 15 / Diamond Valley Lake Kayak Outing There will be a group paddle along the shore for those who want to explore Diamond Valley Lake at 8:30 am. Bring your lunch or buy one at the Diamond Valley Marina. Information: Contact Diane Boss (951) 634-4952 or dianeboss@hotmail.com
Wednesday-Sunday, November 26-30 / 5-day Lower Colorado River Trip (Thanksgiving Holiday) Sponsored by Family Kayak Adventure Center. Contact Marie Humphrey at 619-282-3520. Day 1: we drive over to the river and set up camp for one night. Day 2-4: we load up all the gear in the kayaks and spend four glorious days paddling 40 miles of flat water on the lower Colorado River between Arizona and California. Along the way we explore the Cibola and Imperial wildlife refuges, visit historic mines and cabins, and tour several lakes and reed-lined channels. Day 5: we paddle to our take-out and drive home. Costs are $349 per adult. Costs include camping/parking fees, car shuttle, kayak, paddling gear, and guide. Both single and double kayaks are available. $100 discount with your own boat. Participants are responsible for their own camping gear and food. Family Kayak Adventure Center will provide round-trip ground transportation from San Diego for the first 7 people to sign up. Transportation expenses will be shared by the group. Not included in the cost are camping gear, food, drinks, and automobile expenses. Photos from our 2007 Thanksgiving trip. http://www.familykayak.com/gallery/Thanksgiving-Colorado-River
(VWKC) Monday, Dec 1 / VWKC Holiday Party & Meeting Valley-Wide Sports & Recreation
(VWKC) Saturday, December 6 / City of Hemet Christmas Parade 2008
DECEMBER Saturday, December 6th – “Holiday Evening of Lights and Bites” – Aqua-Adventures Kayak Center 1548 Quivira Way, San Diego. 7 pm. Aqua-Adventures Kayak Center, San Diego Kayak Club, California Kayak Friends and the Valley Wide Kayak Club invite you to a Holiday Evening of Lights and Bites. Featuring The Mission Bay Parade of Lights, Dinner and holiday beverages, Music, Raffle prizes. Bring an unwrapped toy or a nonperishable food item. We will be donating to local charities (optional). The Mission Bay Parade of lights begins near Aqua Adventures at 7 pm to kick the night off in a festive mood! If you would like to decorate your kayak, please come by anytime to get ready. If you would like to watch the parade, we’ll paddle a very short distance at about 6:15 pm so we can watch all the boats go by at the start. Kayaks are available free of charge until we run out. Please bring your own if you have it (or at least your PFD and paddle). We will then return to Aqua Adventures for food, music and festivities! Those who don't wish to paddle, can get the party started! Dinner will be provided by the clubs. Hot chocolate, eggnog, and hot cider will also be provided. If you would like to bring something to spike your beverages, you are welcome to. Beer and wine are available for purchase at the Deli next door. PLEASE RSVP by email or phone so we know how many to expect! It should be a great turnout! (800) 269-7792 or (619) 523-9577 info@aqua-adventures.com
(VWKC) Saturday, December 13th – 10th Annual “Lights on the Lake” Holiday Boat Parade – Lake Perris More info: Call Lake Perris (951) 940-5600
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