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Upcoming Paddles...
Saturday August 14 -
On August 14 (Saturday), there will be a canoe tour of the suburban Pine Island Ponds Loop between Herring Cove and Spryfiled (HRM). The event is co-sponsored by Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia and the McIntosh Run Watershed Association. There is no rain date, and in case of inclement weather the event will be cancelled.
We shall meet at 1:00 PM in Herring Cove at the junction of John Brackett Drive (Highway 253) and Powers Drive, next to Powers Pond. We expect to stop at the blueberry (and huckleberry) grounds of the recently burned area off East Pine Island Pond, and probably swim off the well-known "swimming rock."
There are short portages between the six ponds on the route, which therefore isn't suitable for sea kayaks. A limited number of loaner canoes is available. The route is only about 5 km in length, but includes a variety of shorelines and habitats, with opportunities to explore nearby informal trails. Positive RSVPs only please, at
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at 422-1045 (home)
Saturday August 21st - Coastal Plain Flora Canoe Trip and Lunch on the Tusket River:
Join the Nature Trust, the Nature Conservancy of Canada, the Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute, and Nova Scotia Environment's Protected Areas branch for a lovely paddling trip in the Tusket River watershed.
We will meet near the community of Quinan in southwest Nova Scotia (location details will be provided with RSVP), and will paddle Bennetts Lake to view rare and beautiful Atlantic Coastal Plain Flora. At this event, we will also celebrate the recent protection properties that provide habitat to these endangered species.
Paddle begins at 10:00am, and ends at 12:00pm. Join us afterwards for a free lunch, and a property announcement. Canoes available for free on a first-come, first-served basis, or bring your own.
Contact Karen at 406-3320 or
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for more info or to RSVP.
August 22 Blue Rocks - lead by Blair Doyle
We are due to meet at 9:30 and I would like to be underway by 10-ish on the water. Basic plan for the day is to lunch stop on one of the islands and be back late afternoon. ( READ: bring a lunch)
The route will be driven by the wind / weather and abilities of those that come - all levels are welcome. For instance - lots of seal to see off hound ledges if the sea state allows.
In that light - those that are interested can email me at:
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- if you are seakayaking or canoeing and where you grade yourself on the paddling experience tree. ( i.e. new / growing / been there many times)
I can also email some maps of the area as a prep.
Thanks
Blair Doyle
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September 18 McNabs Island - lead by Dusan Soudek
Dusan Soudek
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rain date September 25
October 2 Sambro Pennant area - lead by Jan LaPierre
Jan Lapierre
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Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia would like to welcome its newest club; PADDLE ANTIGONISH!
Here is a little bit of what they are all about....
We are a group of paddling enthusiasts sharing a common mission—promote safe informed paddling for all.
If you would like to share some time on the water practicing your paddling skills, passing along your knowledge coaching others, hoping to pick up a few tips and techniques, or needing a tandem partner to explore some wonderful water trails around Antigonish, we would welcome your membership. We are an affiliate club, recognized by CKNS and all participants of PA must become members of CKNS to access association benefits. To register your membership ($10) with CKNS please go to http://www.ckns.ca
Introduction to Canoeing
Would you like to learn how to paddle a canoe and explore the Antigonish Harbour around the Antigonish Sail & Paddle Club? All required equipment will be provided, however participants can bring their own. You can decide if you want to paddle recreationally or seek a few instructional tips, but no certifications will be offered. If you are uncertain of your skill, you can be partnered with an experienced paddler to help you with the basics until you are comfortable. As this is a recognized and sanctioned CKNS activity participants must be a member. Cost is "free" and we will meet weekly weather permitting, Thursday evenings at the Antigonish Sail and Club. Start date Thurs May 20 from 6–9 p.m. until October 22. If you need equipment or would like to work on your canoeing skills email Andrew Foran
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or call 863.2963 to reserve your spot—10 maximum. If a "regular group" emerges and wish to explore other wonderful water trails we can paddle with Explore Antigonish.
Explore Antigonish
If you would like to learn how to explore paddling areas surrounding Antigonish there is a travelling group meeting Wednesday evenings starting May12th at Klapsteins, 4960 Dunmore Road at 6 p.m. We will paddle most Wednesday evenings through to Oct 21. This group is intended for people who have their own gear, canoe or kayak, and are experienced enough to explore local water trails; however we have limited equipment that we can loan if requested ahead of time. As this is a recognized and sanctioned CKNS activity participants must be a member and have all required safety equipment. To register for week-to-week information and paddle plans, please send a request to
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or
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. We can also be reached at 863.5910 (Leslie or Dieter) or 872.2254 (Peter).
PA hopes to see you on the water!
2010 Atlantic Paddle Symposium
The 2010 Atlantic Paddle Symposium now has a website. For all the latest details on this event check
it out at:
http://www.atlanticpaddlesymposium.com/Atlantic_Paddle_Symposium/Home.html
Thursday Nite HRM Recreational Paddles
Thursday Evening Canoe/Kayak Paddles 2010
Interested in exploring metro’s waterways? Evening paddles will take place each Thursday evening. Meet at the specified location. Plan to leave at 6:45 sharp and be on the water at 7pm, returning by 9pm. Everyone MUST wear a Lifejacket!
This is a non-CKNS show and go event. You should preview the paddle location beforehand and use your own judgment regarding your abilities and weather conditions
Everyone is welcome. Participants assume responsibility for their actions.
Date Location Meeting Place
- June 3: Lake Charles Shubie Park _ Fairbanks Center
- June 10: Northwest Arm Flemming Park, near Dingle Tower
- June 17: Morris Lake Tim Horton’s, Portland by Superstore
- June 24: Kearney Lake Tim Horton’s, Kearney Lake Rd near Exit, 102
- July 8: Long Lake South Centre Mall, Herring Cove Rd
- July 15: MicMac Lake Graham’s Grove, near Superstore,
- July 22: Frasers Lake Tim Horton’s St Margarets Bay Rd, Timberlea, Exit 3, 103
- July 29: Fisherman’s Cove Parking Lot, Fishermans Cove, Eastern Passage
- August 5: Lake Charles Shubie Park – Fairbanks Center
- August 12: Nine Mile River Tim Horton’s St Margarets Bay Rd, Timberlea, Exit 3, 103
- August 19: Admiral Cove MacDonalds , Bedford (to shore rd, long cove put-in)
- August 26: Papermill Lake Tim Horton’s, Bedford Hwy/Hammonds Plains Rd
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