June 11th Flatwater training and new member orientation. From 12:00 to 2:00 pm.
Organizers: Erik Eckilson eckilson@cox.net 401-765-1741, and Bill Luther williamluther058@gmail.com.
Note: the date has been changed to Sunday 6/11/23 due to weather and the time has been updated.
Open to RICKA and BVPC members.
Basic Flatwater Training
In this 2-hour class, paddlers will learn the basic strokes and maneuvers to control their boats on flatwater. We will also cover basic rescue techniques. The class will take place at Stump Pond in Smithfield and will be free for RICKA and BVPC members. All participants must sign an ACA waiver.
Participation is limited to 25 paddlers. Attendance is on a first-come, first-serve basis, so register now!
For additional information or to register, please contact Erik Eckilson at eckilson@cox.net or Cheryl Thompson at stonefoxfarm@juno.com.
Registration is mandatory.
41° 54.044' N 71° 32.776' W
See this location in: Google Maps
This is a site for launching boats from trailers.
Stump Pond is a 300 acre Reservoir. It is called Stump Pond from the days, now long past, when there were standing dead trees in the water from when the land was flooded to make the reservoir. There are some houses near the shore, but overall the shoreline is surprisingly natural given its suburban setting. It is a large body of water so waves large enough to cause problems for canoes and kayaks can form on a windy day.
At the north end of the Reservoir is Mowry Conservation Area, a beautiful natural area that includes walking trails and a very scenic section of the Woonasquatucket.
Driving Landmarks: This site is on Log Road, which turns off to the north from Pleasant View Avenue (Route 5 and 116) at the sharp corner just west of the causeway across the reservoir. Once on Log Road stay right at the fork to get to the access site, which is on your right in 0.1 mile.
Changes and cancellations to trips will be posted on the flatwater message board.
Please check the board before leaving for any trip. Our coordinators provide directions as a courtesy to paddlers however, you are responsible to refer to a map and familiarize yourself with the trip location.
Any paddle sport is an assumed risk sport. Some aspects of canoeing and kayaking involve the risk of serious injury or death. The Rhode Island Canoe and Kayak Association, although safety conscious, cannot guarantee your personal safety in club activities.
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