Scroll through this page for access to a variety of links; from kayak maufacturers, stores, outfitters, kayaking magazines, etc.
Postings from
Valley Wide Kayak Club members
To post anything in one of the categories below, Email Tom Siebold at info@valleywidekayakclub.org
Join Me (invite others to join you for a paddle)
I just want to alert the club that the annual Chesapeake Light Craft kayak demo at the Newport Beach Aquatic Center is taking place on Saturday, September 3. For complete information go to: www.clcboats.com click on News and Events and scroll down to September. Last year 6 or 8 members attended. Maybe we can get some more this year. If you have a wood kayak, bring it along for "show and tell". The event is free and CLC will have 20 different boats for all to try out.
Thanks,
Paul Gow
Recipes from outings (share a recipe or request the recipe from a dish you enjoyed)
Broccoli Salad
- 2 bunches of broccoli (6 cups) cut in small pieces
- 1 medium red onion cut in bite size pieces
- 1 1/2 cup craisins
- 1 cup toasted slivered almonds
- 8 slices cooked, crumbled bacon
* mix all of the above ingredients
* combine the following ingredients
- 1 cup mayonaise
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2-3 Tbs apple cider vinegar
* pour dressing over salad and mix well
* refrigerate for a few hours
** sometimes I refrigerate the salad and dressing separately, and add nuts, bacon, and dressing when ready to serve
Gloria Durgin
Trip Reports (comments about a recent paddle you went on)
Monday, August 1st, 2011- Wade Lake, Madison County, Montana.
 Paul Gow
Tuesday, July 19, 2011 - East Twin River, Two Rivers, WI to Mishicot, WI
My last time on the water was filled with waves and wind. Today was the exact opposite. I was on the East Twin River in Two Rivers, WI paddling to Mishicot WI. The water was like glass. I experienced peace and solitude. I didn't see or hear a single person for over 4 hours on the water. The only sounds I heard were cranes taking off from marsh areas, deer walking through shallow water, birds chirping, and fish splashing in the water. I was accompanied by 3 blue jays who constantly flew in front of me. Every so often they splashed in the river to cool off. There were many times I had to walk the kayak due to shallow water and places where fallen trees blocked the entire river. A very peaceful and scenic paddle. See 3 pictures below. Tom Siebold
Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - Nicolet Bay part of Green Bay located in Door County, WI
Was apprehensive about going out for a paddle due to high winds. Once I got on the water I was very happy I went out. I had rented a 12 foot long sit on top. Due to the large waves, the bow of the kayak constantly kept rising and crashing on the waves. The splash of water felt great. I had to constantly keep paddling hard to make any kind of distance. I was able to get a break after only about an hour of paddling when I got to an island. I stopped at the island and saw amazing wildlife. After leaving the island I paddled back to the rental shop and helped some first time paddlers. What started out as a day of apprehension turned into a great day of paddling. Tom Siebold
Saturday June 11, 2011 - Chili Cook-Off Results
1st place - Tim Butler
2nd place - Bob Julian
3rd place - Barbara Voight
4th place - Tom Siebold
Local Kayak Shops (kayak sales, lessons, and advice)
Internet Stores (kayaks, gear, and discounted kayaking related items)
Outdoor Play
www.outdoorplay.com
800.994.4327
Free shipping and no sales tax on all kayaks. |
Trail Food Express
www.trailfoodexpress.com
Use Discount Code 230510 on the checkout page and receive a 10% Discount on all Backpacking & Trail Food you order.
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Kayak Outfitters
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Family Kayak Adventure Center (619) 282-3520
4217 Swift Avenue
San Diego, CA 92104
www.familykayak.com
Email: marie@familykayak.com |
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Jerkwater Canoe & Kayak Club (928) 282-3520 or 1-800-421-7803
Topack Gorge, AZ
Used for portage services and kayak rentals on Topock Gorge and Black Canyon, Colorado River.
www.jerkwatercanoe.com
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Kayak Manufacturers (this is a list of just a few kayak companies, there are many more)
Other Sites Related to the Valley Wide Kayak Club:
· Valley Wide Sports and Recreation, San Jacinto (Where we meet the 1st Monday of each month) www.valleywiderecreation.org
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Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times - A camp for kids with cancer. The Valley Wide Kayak Club has raised over $100,000 for the camp throught their annual charity paddle. www.campronaldmcdonald.org
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Paddle Power –Newport Beach