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YCCC Pumphouse Paddlers caught on CBC!

A bunch (herd, flock, gaggle, school?) of YCCCer's were paddling (WhiteWater Wednesdays) at the Pumphouse and were caught on video for this news report:

http://www.cbc.ca/player/News/Canada/Ottawa/ID/2255405071/

You can see a few of us at 1:06 and 2:10 in the video.  At least no one was caught gunnel grabbing or swimming :)     Club members identified:

Read more: YCCC Pumphouse Paddlers caught on CBC!

Petawawa River WW Trip

On Tuesday, July 3rd our group of ten whitewater paddlers met at the RA centre to assemble our gear for our coming weekend trip. We found what we needed.
 
On Friday, July 6th we met again at the RA centre before 8 am. We packed our food into barrels, loaded our canoes onto vehicles and car-pooled our way to the Petawawa River. Only three of us had done this trip before. Mark Scott was our leader and he has been leading this trip for about 25 years! We stopped at Tim Hortons for breakfast. We left one car at Lake McManus on our way to Lake Traverse. It would be there when we finished paddling the river 50 km later. 

Read more: Petawawa River WW Trip July 6-8

Waterfront Canoe Course for Parents & Children Report

On June 30th twelve people took part in the first YCCC Paddle Canada Waterfront canoe course at Petrie Island park. We were four children, two teens, three adults, two instructors and one assistant instructor. The weather was perfect for a day at the beach.

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Canadian Canoe Routes Recipes

Click here to access a large collection of camping recipes.  Always test a recipe at home before using on a camping trip!

OYCCC Provisioning Manual 1980

The 1980 provisioning manual gives an A to Z description of how to cook on a canoe camping trip.  As far as I know, a more recent club provisioning manual does not exist.

Read more: OYCCC Provisioning Manual 1980

Helmut's Trip to Low - First Day Trip from RA

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A High Five to our Trip Leaders!

The paddling season is in full swing and this is a good time for applauding our trip leaders who are putting their time and effort into planning and leading awesome trips close by and far away.

Today, I recognize Paul G. and Helmut A., our prolific weekly trip leaders – they offer tried and true destinations with a sprinkle of the unknown. Come out and paddle – there is no better time than NOW!
Dagmar Burhop, Flatwater Coordinator

Our Trip On The St. Lawrence Islands:

Our three day trip began from launching at Misty Isles Lodge (click here for map) situated off the 1000 Islands Parkway at about 8 km east of Gananoque where all four of us arrived there at just before noon....

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White Water Paddlers - Skills & Rescue Training

Congratulations to the many new paddlers who have joined the club's whitewater list! The best way to improve your skills is to find opportunities to practice! It is also highly recommended to enroll in a River Rescue course to improve your knowledge and comfort in moving water.  The club is offering one in July - check it out, and learn about other whitewater opportunities...

 

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Man Drowns in Boating Accident

Click here to read June 18 Citizen article.

Lac La Peche Paddle - Wednesday June 13

When we got up Wednesday morning, it was very windy and cool.  We thought about going back to bed but since Helmut was expecting us, we packed up and drove over to the shed.  There was a total of 5 people on the trip with Helmut paddling his sea kayak.
 

Important Notice on WW Throw-bagging Technique 

To all YCCC WW paddlers:

Following an incident this weekend at Washing Machine on the Rouge, I feel it is important to issue a brief reminder regarding proper throw-bagging technique.

When making a throw, in addition to throwing the rope-bag, it is vital for the rescuer to hold on to the other end of the rope.  While failure to do so may result in a great deal of amusement for all involved, it can also lead to a prolonged swim for the rescuee, including chasing down the renegade throw-bag and swimming to shore without assistance.

For the rescuer, additional consequences may include anonymous humiliation on the club's website.

Thank you all for your understanding in this important matter.

Dan - Whitewater Coordinator

On-Line Map of Algonquin Park

Click here to browse on-line the official map of canoe routes in Algonquin Park.