By aldermr

Molalla River “3 Bears” for Creek Boating Basics

February 23, 2014 2,000cfs by David Trageser This past weekend I was fortunate enough to explore a new section of river (for me, anyhow) as part of Alder Creek’s Creek Boating Basics class with Paul Kuthe. When it was all said and done, I was left to wonder how the heck it took me so long to …

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By aldermr

Winter Clinics 2013-14

Join us on Tuesday evenings for FREE winter clinics! 6:30pm-8:30pm, at either our Jantzen Beach or Boathouse location. Attendees may win a $25 gift card! No sign-ups required. Clinic schedule may change.  Check back to confirm topics, locations, and dates. List last updated January 10, 2014 November 5 Car top loading your kayak/canoe/SUP! at Jantzen …

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By aldermr

BCU Week – more than just Sea Kayaking……

For many years now sea kayakers in North America have been fortunate enough to benefit from the high quality training and coach education courses offered by the British Canoe Union North America.  Who would have guessed however that we also offer the same quality of courses and coaching within the White Water Kayak and Canoe …

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Kayak Camps for Kids – Whitewater and Sea Kayak Day Camps

The kids’ (ages 10-14) week-long day camps are something I look forward to every year as a coach.  Not only are they fun to teach, but it is great to watch these young people grow so much over the week.  Their skills grow as well as confidence in themselves and their abilities.   We structure …

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By aldermr

Paddle with the Pros; a Demshitz clinic

The Demshitz crew rallied on the White Salmon River this summer with the public to give tips on kayaking technique and shooting video! This free clinic was held on the Middle section of the White Salmon, from BZ Corner to Husum Falls.  Paddlers got the opportunity to work on their boating skills along the way, and the …

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Whitewater SUP: an introduction

My background in the paddling world has primarily been aimed towards kayaking.   I grew up kayaking on the Nehalem Bay which is located on the Northern Oregon Coast.  I lived in the perfect area for recreational and tour kayaking.  Recently this year, I made the big move to Portland to finish up my final …

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