Sink your senses in a night of sunset paddling across Catawba River to be followed by a fireside dinner and an evening of craft beer tasting this May 23, 2012 at the Microbrews Cruise 2012 beginning at 6 pm and ending at 10 pm.
Enjoy flat water paddling as the sun sets and the head your way back to the facility for a scrumptious dinner and a craft beer tasting provided this week by the Olde Mecklenburg Brewery.
For more information about the event, visit their website at usnwc.org.
Be a part of the Clean and Green Volunteer Team’s effort in keeping the river near Mission San Diego de Alcala free from trash and other wastes this May 12, 2012 from 9 am to 12 noon.
The organizers will provide all the tools needed for the cleanup including trash bags and other cleaning items. Participants are urged to wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes. Sunscreen and hats are also recommended. Meet up will be at the parking lot of 10981 San Diego Mission Road, 92108 CA.
This event is part of the River Days celebration. Send your RSVP to the River Days website at sandiegoriver.org.
Be part of preserving and keeping Namekagon River pristine and join the first annual Namekagon River Cleanup this April 28, 2012 at 9 am. Volunteers are welcome to join the event where they can help with the logistics and actual river cleanup.
Participants are expected to bring their own personal floatation devices and pack lunches. Gathering will be at the Hayward Landing and volunteers will be receiving instructions from there. This event is co-hosted by the National Park Service. For more information, call (715) 634-8149 (Hayward Fly Fishing Company) or email namekagon63@gmail.com.
Source: namekagon.org
Jordan Sanders and Matt Lowers, part time teachers and full time adventurers, turn to alternative funding sources for their first, major film project. With the project’s conceptualization beginning just one month ago, the process is testing both the merits of social media and the friends’ nerves.
Bloomington, IN (WEB) April 14, 2012 –If everything goes according to plan, in mid-May, two best friends from the Midwest will have the budget to make their movie-making dream a reality. Gearing up for a two month kayaking expedition, Jordan Sanders and brothers Matt and Daniel Lowers, will kayak from a small tributary in Bloomington, Indiana all the way down the Mississippi to the Gulf of Mexico. Their film will encompass the highlights of the trip, the lowlights, and everything in between.
It all started out as a way for the friends to reunite. Since meeting at Indiana University, Jordan Sanders and Matt Lowers used to do everything together. Since then, Jordan as moved to Germany and Matt has remained in Bloomington. Yet the more they talked about it, the more they realized they wanted to do something more significant together.
Expedition Mississippi has two primary goals: to show through their video that if THEY can do it YOU can do it. Jordan notes,
“Although we’ve been looking into getting some better quality gear for safety reasons, we still aren’t ‘kayaking professionals’ by a long shot. But we’re not letting that discourage us. We’re making this movie to show that if just a few average guys can do this, YOU can do it. Or just about any kind of adventure for that matter.”
Another main objective is to raise awareness about the need to preserve the Mississippi River and the natural environment. They did this by teaming up with two fantastic organizations, Leave No Traceand Paddle4Peace. Matt states,
“We feel like the further we get down the river, the more we’ll be doing to spread peace and environmental awareness”.
In addition to featuring smart environmental decisions in their movie, they will also be selling self-made “survival bracelets” and waterbottles at major cities along the river. Some of the proceeds will help fund the Expedition Mississippi project, and the other part will be donated to these non-profit organizations.
The idea has already drawn lots of attention online, especially considering the fact that they only had the idea one month ago. In that time they’ve garnered well over 100 likes on their Facebook Page, nearly 200 followers on Twitter, and a slew of support from “average Joes” as well as Kayaking and adventure professionals. The guys are especially excited to receive advice from Dave Cornthwaite, the first person to kayak the Mississippi by SUP (stand up paddling).
The only question now is whether or not they will be able to successfully fund their project on Kickstarter, the world’s largest creative project funding website. Artists have a set number of days to raise all the funds on Kickstarter, or the project receives nothing.Expedition Mississippi has 30 days to reach their $1,800 goal. This isn’t much considering that they’re going to need food for a couple months, a decent set of paddles, and a good quality HD video camera. Those interested in supporting the project can visit http://kck.st/IyybYw.
In preparation for Earth Day 2012, California State Parks Foundation, PG&E, Auburn State Recreation Area and Protect American River Canyons shall be hosting a river cleanup on April 14, 2012, Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm at the Old Auburn-Foresthill Curved Bridge near the Confluence. Participants are to check in at the registration booths to receive their trash collection bags, snacks, and a complimentary Confluence map. So wear your sturdiest pair of shoes, put on your sunscreen and pack your water bottle. And don’t forget to bring a friend as well!
Source: www.calparks.org
It is strongly advised that you start with Flatwater kayaking if you are new to kayaking. No matter what type of kayaking you intend to do in the future, flatwater kayaking is where everything starts. In fact, if you’re going to learn how to whitewater kayak, you’re going to need to learn flatwater kayaking first. Flatwater kayaking generally takes place during calm conditions where there are no major obstacles to make kayaking difficult, thus flatwater kayaking is the easiest to learn than any other type of kayaking. Flatwater kayaking may take place on almost any body of water as long as it is in an area that is protected from the wind and any major waves.
Flatwater kayaking also does not require very exact types of kayaks. Since the water is calm, you don’t need to worry about finding a particularly sturdy kayak. (While it is always important to make sure that the kayak you are using is safe, you do not need the same type of kayak that is used for whitewater kayaking).
Since flatwater kayaking is a much safer activity than whitewater kayaking, or kayaking through rough water, it’s more common to see two person kayaks instead of just the one person boats. These kayaks are fun for kayak tours, since you’ll be able to talk about what you’re seeing with another person as you go. Other types of kayaks that are used for kayak touring are designed so that instead of sitting inside of the kayak, you sit on top of it.
Frater Lake Fishing
Frater Lake is 6.5 miles South from Ione and 1900’ West from Nile Lake. It is the Northernmost lake found in the chain of lakes along Highway 20. This area offers accessible toilets, picnicking and trails for hiking and biking. In the winter, there are groomed cross-country ski trails and a warming hut.
GAME FISH SPECIES PRESENT
Cutthroat Trout
DEPTH & SIZE
15 feet – 16.8 acres
ADDITIONAL CRESCENT LAKE INFORMATION
For fishing reports, please visit http://www.washingtonlakes.com/.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
It’s right off Highway 20 from Colville. The Colville National Forest Supervisor’s Office is a source for National Forest maps and other recreational information on the Colville National Forest. 765 South Main, Colville, Washington, 99114.
CAMPING
Lake Leo, Thomas and Gillette Campgrounds.
FISHING LICENSE
A valid Washington state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact the Washington Department of Fish & Game.
Gillette Lake Fishing
This popular lake is in a setting of low wooded hills. The lake is connected by water thoroughfares accessible by small boats to three other lakes. There is a boat dock and concrete boat ramp. There is also a small beach by the campground. Fishing, camping, hiking, swimming, water-skiing, and canoeing are some recreational activities found there. This lake has mixed ownership of both private and federal lands.
GAME FISH SPECIES PRESENT
Westslope Cutthroat Trout, Eastern Brook Trout
DEPTH & SIZE
87 feet – 48 acres
ADDITIONAL CRESCENT LAKE INFORMATION
For fishing reports, please visit http://www.washingtonlakes.com/.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
It is located 17 miles northeast from Colville. Gillette Lake is approximately 96 miles Northeast of Spokane off State Highway 20. The Colville National Forest Supervisor’s Office is a source for National Forest maps and other recreational information on the Colville National Forest. 765 South Main, Colville, Washington, 99114.
CAMPING
Gillette Lake and Thomas Lake Campgrounds.
FISHING LICENSE
A valid Washington state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact the Washington Department of Fish & Game.
Crescent Lake Fishing
Crescent Lake is a small lake set in low wooded hills very near the U.S./Canadian border. Visitors also come to the lake to camp nearby.
GAME FISH SPECIES PRESENT
Rainbow Trout, Pumpkinseed
DEPTH & SIZE
80 feet – 21.6 acres
ADDITIONAL CRESCENT LAKE INFORMATION
For fishing reports, please visit http://www.washingtonlakes.com/.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
This Lake is located 9 miles north from Metaline Falls. It is approximately 100 miles Northeast of Spokane off State Highway 31. The Colville National Forest Supervisor’s Office is a source for National Forest maps and other recreational information on the Colville National Forest. 765 South Main, Colville, Washington, 99114.
CAMPING
Crescent Lake, Mill Pond and Sullivan Lake Campgrounds.
FISHING LICENSE
A valid Washington state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact the Washington Department of Fish & Game.
Ferry Lake
Forested mountains are the scenery surrounding this lake. You can find a primitive boat launch on the southeast end. In addition to fishing, camping and canoeing can be enjoyed.
GAME FISH SPECIES PRESENT
Rainbow Trout
DEPTH & SIZE
61 feet – 19.3 acres
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Only 9.3 mile southwest from Republic and 110 miles Northwest of Spokane off State Highway 21. The Colville National Forest Supervisor’s Office is a source for National Forest maps and other recreational information on the Colville National Forest. 765 South Main, Colville, Washington, 99114.
CAMPING
Swan Lake, Ferry Lake and Long Lake Campgrounds.
FISHING LICENSE
A valid Washington state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact the Washington Department of Fish & Game.
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