General Information Members and non-members are invited to join Sequoia Paddlers [SPS] activities. Non Sierra Club members over the age of 16 years will be asked for a $5 donation per trip. Proof of Sierra Club membership is a current S.C. membership card, a copy of the Sierra Club magazine or a Sierra Club newsletter with mailoing label. All participants must sign a release of liability and assumption of risk form. If you would like to read it in advance go to the "Forms" page on this website. Please contact leader at least 5 days in advance. Do not show up without personally contacting the leader first. River trips are class I unless otherwise noted. Some outings require a particular skill, conditioning or equipment. If in doubt, check with the leader. PFD's (lifejackets) are required on all SPS trips - NO exceptions! The Web Master and SPC assume no responsibility for non-SPS activities and list them as a service to our members. All phone numbers are in the 707 area unless otherwise noted.

Canoe and Kayak Roll Practice. Thursdays, 7 PM ~ 8:45 PM at the Ridgway Swim Center in Santa Rosa. The pool is located on Ridgway Avenue off of Mendocino Avenue right next to Santa Rosa High School. Come to learn or tune up your roll, practice wet exits and reentries, work on bracing, stroke techniques or just to connect with other paddlers. The water is warm but the air is often cold, so wet suits, as well as PFD's and helmets, are recommended. Paddlers must bring their own clean boats and gear, instruction is not provided although advice and tips are available for the asking. Showers are available. The fee is $5. The practice is co-sponsored by the Santa Rosa Parks and Recreation Department. For info: pool_coord@sequoiapc.org or call Sig, 292-4947.
Please e-mail Sig if you have any questions. Happy paddling.

Saturday, March 6 (re-scheduled from February 27). Navarro River, Greenwood bridge - Dimmick State Park. Class I+. A 17 mile wilderness-like paddle through the Redwoods. Moving water skills recommended. Tom Meldau, Tom Meldau, MrCanoe@earthlink.net or 887-7416

Thursday, March 11. Quarterly SP Ex-Comm business meeting. 630 PM at a local eatery TBA. Info: chairperson@sequoiapc.org or 887-7416

Saturday, March 13. Annual On The Water Training for all current and perspective leaders of Sequoia Paddlers/Sierra Club aquatic outings. Russian River, 9-5 PM. Canoe or kayak & gear, appropriate clothing requisite. Info: Shane McColgin, ed_safety@sequoiapc.org or 887-7416

Other Activities

May 7 - June 5 - Tuolumne River Trust - Paddle to the Sea

Please join us for Paddle to the Sea - an epic journey down the Tuolumne River from Yosemite to San Francisco Bay. This Paddle-A-Thon raises money and awareness for stewardship of one of California's great rivers. Join us on the water for a day or two, or come to one of the events along the way!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW, or call us toll-free at 1-888-994-3344. No experience necessary for most legs of the trip. Sign up as an individual, or form your own team! This is a great way to have fun while protecting a Wild & Scenic River. Rafters and kayakers will complete the classic Tuolumne whitewater run, canoers and flat water kayakers will paddle the Lower Tuolumne and into the San Joaquin River, and sea kayakers will finish the journey in San Francisco Bay.
Find out more

As a paddler, your friends and family can sponsor your trip, and you can win prizes for reaching your fundraising goals. All of the money raised will go directly to supporting the Tuolumne River Trust's work to:

· Save the salmon;
· Promote water conservation; and
· Take kids out to learn about the River, training the next generation of river stewards.

Tuolumne River Trust staff are available to answer your questions and help you figure out how you can best participate! For more information call us toll-free at 1-888-994-3344 or email paddle@tuolumne.org

See you on the River,
Tuolumne River Trust

Events:

Kickoff Concert Groveland - May 8

Riverside Campout May 14-15

Paddle Party Waterford - May 16

Green on the Stream Modesto- May 22

Marin Canoe and Kayak Club

Point Reyes national Seashore //www.nps.gov/pwr/customcf/apps/eventcalendar

Other Events

The Environmental Discovery Center of Sonoma County presents, "Down the Drain" ( Outdoor/Nature) Date: Ongoing Time: Noon-5:00pm Location: Spring Lake Regional Park Description: A raindrops's journey from cloud to creek teaches visitors about the water cycle with focus on watersheds, pollution prevention, and stormwater drains. Cost: Admission is free, with paid park entry For more information: 707-539-2865, www.sonoma-county.org/parks/edc.htm

March - September -View Harbor Seal Pups at Goat Rock: Stewards of Slavianka, Sonoma Coast State Beach, Jenner Fee: No Admission Fee. Call Phone Number: (707) 874.3013 www.sonoma.com/special_interest/current_events/may.html

Third Fridays: Nautical Mass, . loosely based on the San Francisco Critical Mass model. Be on the water at 6 p.m. near the Petaluma Marina to paddle/row/sail/cruise upstream to the Turning Basin. Repeats monthly through the summer. Contact: David Yearsley (Friends of the Petaluma River), (707) 763-7756

MCKC=Marin Canoe & Kayak Club MLRTS=Mother Lode River Touring Section POST=Popular Outdoor Sporting Tours

Various Dates Kayak and Canoe Race Schedule

Monday night sprints continue: 6 p.m. at the Turning Basin. Starts promptly, ends promptly. Any rowers, outrigger paddlers planning to participate? You can use this as a warmup or cooldown from a longer workout (hint).
Susan

Updates for these NONorganized social races appear at
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Various Dates Kayak and Canoe Race Schedule

Various Dates Wooden Kayak and Boat Builders' Events Port Townshend, WA.

BASK: ( BAY AREA SEA KAYAKERS ) GCP: ( GOLD COUNTRY PADDLERS) KKK: ( KOPAPA KAYAK CLUB) MCC: ( MARIN CANOE CLUB) POST: (POPULAR OUTDOOR SPORTING TRIPS CLUB) (all have fees and require calling at least 7 days in advance)