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June, 2023

Saturday
3
Chippewa River Boat Landing to Mt. Simon
10:00 AM
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We will be starting from the ‘Chippewa River Boat Landing‘ just South of the Main St. Bridge in Chippewa Falls. We will meet at 10am and shuttle vehicles and then go down the Chippewa River to Mt. Simon. This will also be a one-way paddle. Disclaimer: It may get shallow at times during the first part of the paddle. It is imperative paddlers wear footwear that will allow them to get in and out of their kayaks easily without loosing footwear. It can be a bit rocky.
Wednesday
7
Dells Pond - Mt. Simon Park
6:30 PM
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required.
Wednesday
7
Mt Simon
8:00 PM
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Member meeting to be held after the Social Paddle. Monthly meeting will strive to last just 30 min. No chit chatting! We will get to business -- lots to talk about. Welcome to all of our new members!
Friday
9
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Two-Day Chippewa River/Camping Trip (June 9/10)
Trip Co-leaders: Rebecca Snyder and David Lombardo
Trip Overview – If you’ve ever been interested in river paddling and camping on the Chippewa River as it enters the Mississippi River, this is a good trip for you. The rivers play a big role in our country’s early history and still play a role in today’s modern commerce and recreation. We will paddle the Chippewa River for roughly 90% of the trip and the remaining portion on the Mississippi. This might be a good trip to try your skills and become more familiar with longer river paddles.

Dates: June 9-10 (Friday-Saturday)
Meet at the put-in landing at 0930 with a push time by 1000. We will mobilize from Wabesha no later than 6 pm on Saturday.
Basics:
Paddle from Hubbard’s or Tyrone’s Landing, both upstream of Durand, WI (4 or 7 miles, respectively) and take out at Wabasha, MN. The trip distance is about 25 miles. Expect to paddle 12-15 miles each day.
Primitive overnight camping on a sandbar. You will be required to carry your camping gear and cathole gear in your kayak/canoe.
Food – some flexibility here and this may be dependent on the person. Minimally, breakfast is on your own. There is opportunity to eat in Durand and Wabesha. Stay tuned.
Water – with planned stops, you should be able get potable water or carry enough for the trip. Wabesha has a public restroom if you care to shower at the end.
Additional stops (e.g., Durand and National Eagle Center in Wabesha) will be incorporated into the trip.


Stay tuned for more details. Please feel free to reach out to me at becannsnyder@hotmail.com if you have questions.
Saturday
10
310 River Ave S, Prairie Farm, WI 54762
8:00 AM
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Meeting location and more details to follow. The Hay River is a tributary of the Red Cedar River in northwestern Wisconsin in the United States. It is about 50 mi (80 km) long. Via the Red Cedar and Chippewa Rivers, it is part of the Mississippi River watershed. The Hay River begins at the city of Cumberland in Barron County, where it flows from Beaver Dam Lake. It flows generally southwardly through western Barron and northern Dunn Counties, past the villages of Prairie Farm and Wheeler. It joins the Red Cedar River in Dunn County as part of Tainter Lake at a settlement of the same name. Upstream of Wheeler, the river collects the South Fork Hay River, which rises in southeastern Polk County and flows south-southeastwardly, past the community of Connorsville.
Saturday
10
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Two-Day Chippewa River/Camping Trip (June 9/10)
Trip Co-leaders: Rebecca Snyder and David Lombardo
Trip Overview – If you’ve ever been interested in river paddling and camping on the Chippewa River as it enters the Mississippi River, this is a good trip for you. The rivers play a big role in our country’s early history and still play a role in today’s modern commerce and recreation. We will paddle the Chippewa River for roughly 90% of the trip and the remaining portion on the Mississippi. This might be a good trip to try your skills and become more familiar with longer river paddles.

Dates: June 9-10 (Friday-Saturday)
Meet at the put-in landing at 0930 with a push time by 1000. We will mobilize from Wabesha no later than 6 pm on Saturday.
Basics:
Paddle from Hubbard’s or Tyrone’s Landing, both upstream of Durand, WI (4 or 7 miles, respectively) and take out at Wabasha, MN. The trip distance is about 25 miles. Expect to paddle 12-15 miles each day.
Primitive overnight camping on a sandbar. You will be required to carry your camping gear and cathole gear in your kayak/canoe.
Food – some flexibility here and this may be dependent on the person. Minimally, breakfast is on your own. There is opportunity to eat in Durand and Wabesha. Stay tuned.
Water – with planned stops, you should be able get potable water or carry enough for the trip. Wabesha has a public restroom if you care to shower at the end.
Additional stops (e.g., Durand and National Eagle Center in Wabesha) will be incorporated into the trip.


Stay tuned for more details. Please feel free to reach out to me at becannsnyder@hotmail.com if you have questions.
Sunday
11
Lake Altoona Park Boat Ramp
10:00 AM
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Do you have paddling, camping, biking, skiing or other outdoor gear you‘re no longer using that others might enjoy? Take time to winnow out your stash and move your stuff along to a new home. Join us for a gear swap/thrift sale at Lake Altoona Pavilion. More details below. For those who want to explore other possibilities, Riverside Bike and Skate will be furnishing kayaks for demo. And club members may also make their kayaks available for trial runs. Come on by, sample the wares, and join us for a finger-food potluck picnic. Gear Swap: Bring your outdoor gear — pre-priced with your name or initials on each tag. Please also bring a list of what you are selling with the prices in case tags come off. If you have a spare table, we may need it. You are welcome to stay at the sale or leave your gear until the end of the sale. Please plan to be back before the sale ends to pick up any unsold items and your cash. Contact Kathy with questions on the gear swap.
Wednesday
14
Dells Mill Pond
6:30 PM
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Boat landing across bridge and around corner from mill. A wide blacktop shoulder on county road V. About 150 ft carry in trail through woods. Bug spray recommended. Muddy.

Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required.
Saturday
17
Wednesday
21
Lake Wissota - Northwest
6:30 PM
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required.
Thursday
22
South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, BWCA
8:00 AM
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From Curtis Ray: I have secured a permit for Friday June 23 at the South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, it is a short distance out of Ely Minnesota. we will travel to Ely on June 22 to get started on June 23 on the water. I‘m inviting anyone that has gone before or never have been there, to join me. It would be a great opportunity to enjoy the Boundary Waters! We will have a few portages, river paddling and a few lakes, and there are some great campsites to enjoy as well. We will have time to fish and explore the area on our 4-5 day trip. When we get our group together (up to 6 people) we can decide more on the planned route and schedule.
Thursday
22
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https://www.lostcreekadventures.org/symposium
Sea Kayak Symposiums are a great way to get jazzed about paddling. If you‘re growing, you‘re having fun. If you‘re having fun, you‘ll want to keep paddling. New to expert, it doesn‘t matter. When we‘re here we‘re learning together. Visit the website for details, costs and schedule. There are some things that visitors can attend for free.
Friday
23
South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, BWCA
8:00 AM
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From Curtis Ray: I have secured a permit for Friday June 23 at the South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, it is a short distance out of Ely Minnesota. we will travel to Ely on June 22 to get started on June 23 on the water. I‘m inviting anyone that has gone before or never have been there, to join me. It would be a great opportunity to enjoy the Boundary Waters! We will have a few portages, river paddling and a few lakes, and there are some great campsites to enjoy as well. We will have time to fish and explore the area on our 4-5 day trip. When we get our group together (up to 6 people) we can decide more on the planned route and schedule.
Friday
23
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https://www.lostcreekadventures.org/symposium
Sea Kayak Symposiums are a great way to get jazzed about paddling. If you‘re growing, you‘re having fun. If you‘re having fun, you‘ll want to keep paddling. New to expert, it doesn‘t matter. When we‘re here we‘re learning together. Visit the website for details, costs and schedule. There are some things that visitors can attend for free.
Saturday
24
Lake Wazee Recreation Area
8:00 AM
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The Wazee Lake Recreation Area is Jackson County‘s newest and largest County Park. The focal point of the 1300-acre recreation area is Wazee Lake. The lake is 146 acres in size and is the clearest and deepest inland lake in Wisconsin. Wazee Lake has become the most popular scuba diving site in the Midwest, attracting more than 1000 divers annually. The lake is non-motorized to ensure protection of the pristine water quality, and to promote a "quiet" recreational experience.
Saturday
24
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County A
Saturday
24
South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, BWCA
8:00 AM
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From Curtis Ray: I have secured a permit for Friday June 23 at the South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, it is a short distance out of Ely Minnesota. we will travel to Ely on June 22 to get started on June 23 on the water. I‘m inviting anyone that has gone before or never have been there, to join me. It would be a great opportunity to enjoy the Boundary Waters! We will have a few portages, river paddling and a few lakes, and there are some great campsites to enjoy as well. We will have time to fish and explore the area on our 4-5 day trip. When we get our group together (up to 6 people) we can decide more on the planned route and schedule.
Saturday
24
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https://www.lostcreekadventures.org/symposium
Sea Kayak Symposiums are a great way to get jazzed about paddling. If you‘re growing, you‘re having fun. If you‘re having fun, you‘ll want to keep paddling. New to expert, it doesn‘t matter. When we‘re here we‘re learning together. Visit the website for details, costs and schedule. There are some things that visitors can attend for free.
Sunday
25
South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, BWCA
8:00 AM
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From Curtis Ray: I have secured a permit for Friday June 23 at the South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, it is a short distance out of Ely Minnesota. we will travel to Ely on June 22 to get started on June 23 on the water. I‘m inviting anyone that has gone before or never have been there, to join me. It would be a great opportunity to enjoy the Boundary Waters! We will have a few portages, river paddling and a few lakes, and there are some great campsites to enjoy as well. We will have time to fish and explore the area on our 4-5 day trip. When we get our group together (up to 6 people) we can decide more on the planned route and schedule.
Sunday
25
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https://www.lostcreekadventures.org/symposium
Sea Kayak Symposiums are a great way to get jazzed about paddling. If you‘re growing, you‘re having fun. If you‘re having fun, you‘ll want to keep paddling. New to expert, it doesn‘t matter. When we‘re here we‘re learning together. Visit the website for details, costs and schedule. There are some things that visitors can attend for free.
Monday
26
South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, BWCA
8:00 AM
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From Curtis Ray: I have secured a permit for Friday June 23 at the South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, it is a short distance out of Ely Minnesota. we will travel to Ely on June 22 to get started on June 23 on the water. I‘m inviting anyone that has gone before or never have been there, to join me. It would be a great opportunity to enjoy the Boundary Waters! We will have a few portages, river paddling and a few lakes, and there are some great campsites to enjoy as well. We will have time to fish and explore the area on our 4-5 day trip. When we get our group together (up to 6 people) we can decide more on the planned route and schedule.
Tuesday
27
South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, BWCA
8:00 AM
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From Curtis Ray: I have secured a permit for Friday June 23 at the South Kawishiwi River (#32) entry point, it is a short distance out of Ely Minnesota. we will travel to Ely on June 22 to get started on June 23 on the water. I‘m inviting anyone that has gone before or never have been there, to join me. It would be a great opportunity to enjoy the Boundary Waters! We will have a few portages, river paddling and a few lakes, and there are some great campsites to enjoy as well. We will have time to fish and explore the area on our 4-5 day trip. When we get our group together (up to 6 people) we can decide more on the planned route and schedule.
Wednesday
28
Riverview Park
6:30 PM
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Do to an algae bloom on Lake Altoona, this has been moved to Riverview Park. Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required.

July, 2023

Wednesday
5
Riverview Park Beach
6:30 PM
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required. Park and launch at the beach (not the boat landing).
Friday
7
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Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium, hosted by Rutabaga in Madison

In Door County, WI on Lake Michigan
July 7-9 2023

Take you skills to the next level!
Classes, Trips, fellowship combine for an unforgettable weekend!

DCSKS - Door County Sea Kayak Symposium (rutabaga.com)
Saturday
8
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Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium, hosted by Rutabaga in Madison

In Door County, WI on Lake Michigan
July 7-9 2023

Take you skills to the next level!
Classes, Trips, fellowship combine for an unforgettable weekend!

DCSKS - Door County Sea Kayak Symposium (rutabaga.com)
Sunday
9
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Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium, hosted by Rutabaga in Madison

In Door County, WI on Lake Michigan
July 7-9 2023

Take you skills to the next level!
Classes, Trips, fellowship combine for an unforgettable weekend!

DCSKS - Door County Sea Kayak Symposium (rutabaga.com)
Wednesday
12
Lake Wissota - View
6:30 PM
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Launch at the View. Paddle around the small lake , up Stilson Creek or out to the island on the big lake. Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required.
Wednesday
12
8:30 PM
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Meeting will begin after boats are loaded following the social paddle at the View.
Thursday
13
Little Sand Bay
4:00 PM
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3 nights of camping at Little Sand Bay campground. Weekend activities will include both sea kayak and rec kayak outings as well as swimming, lounging, sunset viewing, beach walking, hiking, conversation, star gazing....
Friday
14
Little Sand Bay
4:00 PM
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3 nights of camping at Little Sand Bay campground. Weekend activities will include both sea kayak and rec kayak outings as well as swimming, lounging, sunset viewing, beach walking, hiking, conversation, star gazing....
Saturday
15
Little Sand Bay
4:00 PM
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3 nights of camping at Little Sand Bay campground. Weekend activities will include both sea kayak and rec kayak outings as well as swimming, lounging, sunset viewing, beach walking, hiking, conversation, star gazing....
Sunday
16
Little Sand Bay
4:00 PM
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3 nights of camping at Little Sand Bay campground. Weekend activities will include both sea kayak and rec kayak outings as well as swimming, lounging, sunset viewing, beach walking, hiking, conversation, star gazing....
Wednesday
19
Timber Terrace
6:30 PM
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Wearing a life jacket while paddling with PWP is required.
Friday
21
Wednesday
26
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August, 2023

Wednesday
2
Dells Pond - Mt. Simon Park boat landing
6:30 PM
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:30. Life jackets required.
Saturday
5
Wednesday
9
Chippewa River at Lake Hallie
6:00 PM
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This paddle location and time has been changed so we can enjoy post paddle music by Sue Orfield‘s band Balterdash next door at River Jam. Note that our member meeting will begin at 9:00, when the music ends.
Wednesday
9
Chippewa River - Hallie
9:00 PM
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We are delaying our meeting slightly so we can enjoy Sue Orfield's band, Balterdash, after our paddle. They are performing at River Jams right next door to the launch. Meeting will begin after Balterdash finishes their last set, at 9:00.
Wednesday
16
Lake Wissota - Northwest
6:00 PM
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The View did not want us to launch from their landing so location is changed to the boat landing near the bike trail behind the Edge. (not at the Edge). See map link.

Social paddle on Lake Wissota, depending on conditions we can paddle upriver
or towards the State Park. .Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:00. Life jackets required.
Saturday
19
Wednesday
23
Braun's Bay
6:00 PM
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Location changed due to high bacteria and dangerous algae bloom. Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:00. Life jackets required.
Wednesday
30
Timber Terrace
6:00 PM
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Due to high bacteria and dangerous algae in Lake Altoona, the location has been changed to paddle the Chippewa River between the dams in Chippewa Falls. Boat landing is near the old Timber Terrace golf course. We will paddle towards the Wissota dam and up into the old rocky spillway.

Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:00. Life jackets required.

September, 2023

Wednesday
6
Dells Pond - Mt. Simon Park
6:00 PM
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:00. Life jackets required.
Thursday
7
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In 2014, in response to the continued growth in Traditional Paddling, a few local paddlers decided to hold an event at the beginning of the paddling season and so Qajaq Camp was born. In 2023, the event is being held for a ninth year.
Friday
8
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In 2014, in response to the continued growth in Traditional Paddling, a few local paddlers decided to hold an event at the beginning of the paddling season and so Qajaq Camp was born. In 2023, the event is being held for a ninth year.
Friday
8
8:00 AM
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2 day
Saturday
9
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In 2014, in response to the continued growth in Traditional Paddling, a few local paddlers decided to hold an event at the beginning of the paddling season and so Qajaq Camp was born. In 2023, the event is being held for a ninth year.
Sunday
10
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In 2014, in response to the continued growth in Traditional Paddling, a few local paddlers decided to hold an event at the beginning of the paddling season and so Qajaq Camp was born. In 2023, the event is being held for a ninth year.
Wednesday
13
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Registration not required, but please plan on being ready to launch at 6:00. Life jackets required.
Wednesday
13
8:30 PM
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Meeting will begin after boats are loaded following the social paddle in the pavillion.

October, 2023

Friday
6