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Rolling in Moving Water – Many paddlers have experienced the loss of their roll when they flip in moving water. Learn how to overcome this problem with a series of simple drills that will have you combat rolling reliably. This is NOT a rolling class, it’s for those who simply lose their roll when they need it most. Plan on a full day. July 27 from 9-4 at Dunbar’s. Email Scott Douglas for more information

This summer, join us for a weekend of camping and paddling in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey. The Pine Barrens are like nothing in our area: gentle but twisty narrow rivers through sandy forests. You can bring a rec kayak, white water kayak or canoe for this trip. The rivers flow slowly, but you need to be comfortable turning your boat—these rivers are nothing but turns! Our plan is to paddle the Wading and Batsto Rivers, although we may have to switch to other rivers in the area depending upon water levels at that time. This is a club trip - you must be an LVKCC member to register and attend. We are camping at the Wharton State Forest campground on Atsion Lake, 31 Batsto Rd, Hammonton NJ. Cost for two nights is $55, or $45 for NJ residents. Go to the park web site at https://www.njportal.com/DEP/NJOutdoors/Park/Details?locationId=19 to reserve a site. Enter the dates and site type, then scroll within the Map View to Atsion Family Campground. Click an available site, then click the Review Selection button. (There are other area camping options if this camp doesn’t work for you.) Cost: in addition to your camping reservation, expect a charge of around $30 for shuttling for one of the days, with Pinelands Adventures outfitter. We’ll provide more details, and the link for the online outfitter waiver, closer to the event. We may also choose to go out for dinner Saturday evening as a group. Get your campsite early, and sign up soon so we know how many people will be going. Contact Mark Bereit (campsite #20) with any questions.

This summer, join us for a weekend of camping and paddling in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey. The Pine Barrens are like nothing in our area: gentle but twisty narrow rivers through sandy forests. You can bring a rec kayak, white water kayak or canoe for this trip. The rivers flow slowly, but you need to be comfortable turning your boat—these rivers are nothing but turns! Our plan is to paddle the Wading and Batsto Rivers, although we may have to switch to other rivers in the area depending upon water levels at that time. This is a club trip - you must be an LVKCC member to register and attend. We are camping at the Wharton State Forest campground on Atsion Lake, 31 Batsto Rd, Hammonton NJ. Cost for two nights is $55, or $45 for NJ residents. Go to the park web site at https://www.njportal.com/DEP/NJOutdoors/Park/Details?locationId=19 to reserve a site. Enter the dates and site type, then scroll within the Map View to Atsion Family Campground. Click an available site, then click the Review Selection button. (There are other area camping options if this camp doesn’t work for you.) Cost: in addition to your camping reservation, expect a charge of around $30 for shuttling for one of the days, with Pinelands Adventures outfitter. We’ll provide more details, and the link for the online outfitter waiver, closer to the event. We may also choose to go out for dinner Saturday evening as a group. Get your campsite early, and sign up soon so we know how many people will be going. Contact Mark Bereit (campsite #20) with any questions.

Drop by and practice rolling and side sculling your sea kayak. Add in some back deck drills for stability, swim with your paddle a bit. Have fun.

The Lehigh Valley Kayak and Canoe Club will offer an assisted rescue class for recreational and touring kayakers on August 7th at 3 Mile Run Boat Access Lake Nockamixon. The class will focus on the T-rescue. This class will be taught by an ACA certified instructor. You must be current member of the LVKCC. Please arrive by 5:45 PM to unload boats and get your gear ready. The class will start at 6 PM and end at 8 PM. You will need a recreational or touring kayak with water tight bulkheads or floatation bags in the bow and stern, a PFD, bilge pump, and paddle. Spray skirts are optional. Please dress for immersion. You will be spending a lot of time in the water. No cotton clothing. Wear water shoes or booties. No flip-flops or loose sandals. Bring water, a snack, towel and a change of clothes. There are restroom facilities at the launch site.

Join us for a relaxed nighttime paddle on Lake Nockamixon under a full moon. This is a club trip - you must be an LVKCC member to register and attend. Paddle length will be about 6 miles at a relaxed pace, about 3 hours with a snack break ashore about at midway. A PFD with a signal whistle must be worn while on the water. Each boat/paddler must have a light for nighttime visibility on the water. Headlamps are also suggested for landing, packing etc. No cotton clothing. Dress for immersion. Please plan to be ready to paddle by 6:45 PM. There are tables at the boat launch if you would like to have a picnic dinner before paddling, as well as a restroom.

Tobyhanna lake is a 170 acre lake residing within Tobyhanna state park. It is a pleasant, scenic lake and only electric motors are allowed so it is also quiet. We will explore the perimeter and seek out the large variety of fish and animals that call this lake home. We will be averaging about 3mph so this paddle should be suitable for everyone. As always, a boat in working order, pfd and paddle are required. Skirt, pump and paddle float are optional, but a good idea to have. Appropriate clothing for conditions, drinks, snacks, lunch recommended as well. Anticipate 4hours max including lunch and rest stops. Please make sure you have a current launch sticker on your boat (DCNR or Fish & Boat Commision)

Potomac River North Branch, Keyser, West Virginia. August 24 and 25. Class 2 river with glorious views from your boat. We are able to take 10 paddlers each day. Local camping is available at Robert W. Craig Campground. It is a good idea to reserve a site early. We will put in at Keyser White Water Access Park and take out at Bloomington, Maryland. Don‘t forget your $5 per kayak access fee. Must be a club member. For more information contact trip organizer William A Howe at: williamhowejr@gmail.com

Our novice moving water trips are intended for club members who have completed the full Introduction to Moving Water river series. This paddle is from White Haven to Rockport. Bring your white water boat, paddle, helmet, PFD, and spray skirt, plus pack a lunch. We‘ll meet at White Haven, ready to shuttle at 10:00. Questions? Contact Pat Beltz or Mark Bereit.

Potomac River North Branch, Keyser, West Virginia. August 24 and 25. Class 2 river with glorious views from your boat. We are able to take 10 paddlers each day. Local camping is available at Robert W. Craig Campground. It is a good idea to reserve a site early. We will put in at Keyser White Water Access Park and take out at Bloomington, Maryland. Don‘t forget your $5 per kayak access fee. Must be a club member. For more information contact trip organizer William A Howe at: williamhowejr@gmail.com

Registration for the Larry March Slalom will be on Saturday, September 7th starting at 8 am. Registration will take place at the race site. This year’s race will take place on the Little Lehigh in the Allentown Parkway. The best way to access the race site is from the Allentown Police Academy parking lot at 2110 Park Drive, Allentown Pa. Practice sessions are free to race participants and members of the Lehigh Valley Kayak and Canoe Club. You can join the club at the race site.

Registration for the Larry March Slalom will be on Saturday, September 7th starting at 8 am. Registration will take place at the race site. This year’s race will take place on the Little Lehigh in the Allentown Parkway. The best way to access the race site is from the Allentown Police Academy parking lot at 2110 Park Drive, Allentown Pa. Practice sessions are free to race participants and members of the Lehigh Valley Kayak and Canoe Club. You can join the club at the race site.

A weekend retreat on the Chesapeake Bay. Guided trips for rec and touring paddlers of all skill levels. Camp sites, cabins and lodge rooms available.

A weekend retreat on the Chesapeake Bay. Guided trips for rec and touring paddlers of all skill levels. Camp sites, cabins and lodge rooms available.

A weekend retreat on the Chesapeake Bay. Guided trips for rec and touring paddlers of all skill levels. Camp sites, cabins and lodge rooms available.

A weekend retreat on the Chesapeake Bay. Guided trips for rec and touring paddlers of all skill levels. Camp sites, cabins and lodge rooms available.