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SUMMARY:Stand Up Paddleboard surfing lessons
DESCRIPTION:Surfing lessons at Siloam Springs Kayak Park! These lessons will be on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer in 2023. It’s strongly suggested to take an ACA L2 SUP lesson first. We will not be teaching strokes or standing on the board in this course\, if you sign up without these skills you won’t get as much out of this course.\nCost: $45\nMust bring your own board.\nCurriculum taught. Trimming the board\, Crossing eddy lines\, peel outs & surfing the wave.\nNWA is growing & with this growth we have one surfing park that’s been around since 2012. Now about 7 miles down river from this park there’s another one being built & expected to open this year. We’ve been land locked & surfing hasn’t been available in Arkansas\, yet now it is! I hope to share this love for the river\, it’s waves & surfing on them. Rob M.\nPlease email me with any questions at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/stand-up-paddleboard-surfing-lessons/
LOCATION:Siloam Springs Kayak Park\, 19253 Fisher Ford Rd\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Stand Up Paddleboard surfing lessons
DESCRIPTION:Surfing lessons at Siloam Springs Kayak Park! These lessons will be on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer in 2023. It’s strongly suggested to take an ACA L2 SUP lesson first. We will not be teaching strokes or standing on the board in this course\, if you sign up without these skills you won’t get as much out of this course.\nCost: $45\nMust bring your own board.\nCurriculum taught. Trimming the board\, Crossing eddy lines\, peel outs & surfing the wave.\nNWA is growing & with this growth we have one surfing park that’s been around since 2012. Now about 7 miles down river from this park there’s another one being built & expected to open this year. We’ve been land locked & surfing hasn’t been available in Arkansas\, yet now it is! I hope to share this love for the river\, it’s waves & surfing on them. Rob M.\nPlease email me with any questions at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/stand-up-paddleboard-surfing-lessons-2/
LOCATION:Siloam Springs Kayak Park\, 19253 Fisher Ford Rd\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:School of River Paddling
DESCRIPTION:Goals of the School of River Paddling\nThe goals and objectives of the School are to provide participants an opportunity to: \n\nFeel safer and have more fun on moving water\nRecognize typical river hazards and options for dealing with them\nImprove fundamental paddling skills of:\n\nBalance\nBoat edging\nBasic body mechanics\nPaddling strokes for power and turning\nCoordination and fluidity\nTiming\n\n\nRefine strokes and develop efficient maneuvers on flatwater\nUse ferries and eddy turns when moving downstream to improve river reading\n\n \nArkansas Canoe Club school instructors use American Canoe Association course outlines to help you improve existing skills\, practice new skills\, and expand your knowledge of the river. Small classes of compatible participants allow instructors to teach to your needs.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/school-of-river-paddling-2/
LOCATION:Gypsy Camp & Canoe\, 20271 State Hwy 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:School of River Paddling
DESCRIPTION:Goals of the School of River Paddling\nThe goals and objectives of the School are to provide participants an opportunity to: \n\nFeel safer and have more fun on moving water\nRecognize typical river hazards and options for dealing with them\nImprove fundamental paddling skills of:\n\nBalance\nBoat edging\nBasic body mechanics\nPaddling strokes for power and turning\nCoordination and fluidity\nTiming\n\n\nRefine strokes and develop efficient maneuvers on flatwater\nUse ferries and eddy turns when moving downstream to improve river reading\n\n \nArkansas Canoe Club school instructors use American Canoe Association course outlines to help you improve existing skills\, practice new skills\, and expand your knowledge of the river. Small classes of compatible participants allow instructors to teach to your needs.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/school-of-river-paddling/
LOCATION:Gypsy Camp & Canoe\, 20271 State Hwy 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Central Arkansas Boatball
DESCRIPTION:Central Arkansas Boatball June 13th @ Lake Nixon. 6:30 pm start.\n\n\n\nArkansas Canoe Club membership required (https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Join-us)\nPFD required\nhelmet required\n\n\nBoatball\n\nBOATBALL\, a new game!\nBy Sonny Salomon\nTo explain what boatball is\, first\, understand what it’s not. It’s not kayak polo. Although that is what Memphis boaters called it when they started\, it has evolved into a new and very different paddle sport. Boatball is to kayak polo\, as American football is to soccer… similar\, but different. Kayak polo and boatball both involve kayaks\, teams\, and a ball\, but that is the end of the similarity. \nAnother not: it’s not for your kayaking group\, if you live near whitewater…you just don’t need it\, and you will have trouble getting enough people to play regularly. If\, however\, you are unfortunate enough to live in a community with an active group of paddlers; and you are far enough away from the river to get “whitewater horny\,” you are going to love this game! \nKayak polo is an “off-season” game usually played in a swimming pool. There is specialized equipment\, a lot of rules\, referees\, and beyond the reach of the average boater. Boatball\, however\, is a warm weather game played on a lake or wide flatwater…it is too wide and too fast for a pool. It is simple\, cheap\, and adaptable…the touch football of boating. If you are still reading because you live some distance from whitewater\, you already know that paddling every other weekend just isn’t enough to stay in shape for real whitewater paddling. Playing boatball\, twice a week\, will make you a prince among paddlers and a king of the river! \nTHE FIELD: The field is marked simply with two buoys. We use two\, anchored\, large\, plastic balls. These are the sit on and bounce type balls with handles. These anchored balls mark the goal lines. The distance between the goals is variable depending on the number of players…approximately 50-100 yards? The more players\, the longer the field. There are no sidelines. We use a miniature basketball (souvenir type). It is easy to grasp when wet and easy to throw. These two simple goal markers and the ball are all the “special equipment” you need to play boatball. \nTHE GAME: Two teams are picked in the time-honored tradition of sandlot football. Two captains are chosen (always different). They pick teams with alternating “picks” from the group. The captain who got “second pick” gets the ball and the goal of his choice. The other team goes to the opposite end. This separation of teams is only necessary at the very beginning of the game or when new players join the game. The ball is brought into play from behind the goal line. The object is to advance the ball down the field to the other goal line\, by passing and dribbling\, to score. Once in possession of the ball\, a player cannot paddle\, only pass or dribble. A goal is scored by passing to a teammate beyond the goal line (an imaginary line formed by the buoy). The ball must be caught “in the air.” Once the ball crosses the goal line and hits the water\, the play is “dead\,” and the ball goes over to the other team. The ball is always “in play” between the goal lines…there is no “time out.” The exception to this is if a player capsizes. If the player rolls\, the play continues. If not\, all play stops to facilitate an Eskimo rescue or swimmer retrieval. Otherwise\, the play stops momentarily after a successful goal or an unsuccessful attempt at a goal when the ball is “dead.” At these pauses\, captains can call for a “water break” or a “spandex break.” A “spandex break” is to admire a fit jogger or rollerblader on the perimeter trail of our lake. When everybody is ready to play again\, the game continues. \nTHE RULES: Remember\, we are dealing with kayakers-there are not many. \n\nTHE MAIN RULE: No paddling with the ball. Once in possession of the ball\, a player can only pass or “dribble.” A dribble is simply throwing the ball ahead on the water and paddling to it.\nNo “mauling.” Mauling is interpreted by the nature of your particular group. This would be analogous to “personal fouls.” Common sense and good sportsmanship are the keys here. Boat collisions are inevitable and blocking a boat with a boat is okay. Paddle blocking a pass or a reception is okay. However\, players should avoid amidships collisions\, which could result in spearing. Blocking should be done on the ball\, not on hands.\nNo “grabbing”. Pushing off another boat or paddle with the hands is okay…just do not “grab” skirts\, loops\, paddles etc. This would be analogous to “holding” in football.\nNo paddle throwing.\n\nThat’s all the rules. The rest is simply common sense. In deference to my son\, the kayak instructor and law student\, all players must wear a PFD and helmet….duh! Players should know and consider the paddling skill levels of others. Excellent paddlers are more aggressive with other expert paddlers and lay off beginners. If another capsizes a player\, good sportsmanship would dictate helping him up and giving him the ball. There are no referees\, and violators of the rules are subject to the “shame” and ridicule of everyone. Repeat offenders of the rules and poor sports should be taken into the parking lot and beaten senseless. \nTHE PLAY: Bringing the ball in and moving the ball up the field is much like basketball. It is quick precise passing and fast break paddling. Play can involve familiar basketball terms such as “fast breaks\,” “dribbling\,” “picks\,” “give and go\,” etc. Defenses can be “zones\,” “man to man\,” “presses” etc. As the ball nears the goal\, offenses and defenses resemble football pass plays into the end zone. Boat types have definite advantages and disadvantages. Long boats have speed\, but short boats can turn quickly. As a rule\, players tend to defend boats and boaters with similar characteristics and abilities. Speed paddling is the norm in this game. The fact that the ball is always “in play” results in non-stop paddling where blocks and steals can immediately reverse the direction of the play. Paddling 40 yards as fast as you can\, or trying to out-maneuver a defender in the end zone 20-30 times\, twice a week will give you paddling power you never knew you possessed. Paddling endurance increases phenomenally. There are no eddies in boatball. A good boatball game with 8 -12 players for an hour or two will leave you more exhausted than any river paddling. \nOur season is during Daylight Savings Time\, Tuesday and Thursday\, after work\, until sundown. Because there are no expenses\, we do not need sponsorship or organization; therefore\, no one is legally liable. An interesting fact is boatball is the only game played in the Memphis parks where all the players carry sticks and wear big knives! There are also a few unexpected benefits of boatball. Our game has become a fixture in a park lake surrounded by walkers\, joggers\, bikers and rollerbladers. Our game has been featured in news and sports stories on all the local TV stations. If you play boatball in a public place\, your game will grow. People\, who want to know about kayaking\, make first contact with the boatball players just because we are out there in plain view. The local outfitter\, sponsor of the largest bicycle race in Tennessee\, has included an exhibition boatball tournament in this year’s race events. Who knows? If this catches on in another city\, let me know. Your team can come to Memphis\, eat barbeque\, and be in the historic first intercity boatball game. There is only one small problem for spectators of this game. After watching the fierce competition and nonstop paddling action\, a bystander will come up after the game and ask\, “Who won?” \n“Win? Heck\, we’ve never kept score!”
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/central-arkansas-boatball/
LOCATION:Lake Nixon\, 18500 Cooper Orbit Rd\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Central Arkansas Boatball
DESCRIPTION:Central Arkansas Boatball June 13th @ Lake Nixon. 6:30 pm start.\n\n\n\nArkansas Canoe Club membership required (https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Join-us)\nPFD required\nhelmet required\n\n\nBoatball\n\nBOATBALL\, a new game!\nBy Sonny Salomon\nTo explain what boatball is\, first\, understand what it’s not. It’s not kayak polo. Although that is what Memphis boaters called it when they started\, it has evolved into a new and very different paddle sport. Boatball is to kayak polo\, as American football is to soccer… similar\, but different. Kayak polo and boatball both involve kayaks\, teams\, and a ball\, but that is the end of the similarity. \nAnother not: it’s not for your kayaking group\, if you live near whitewater…you just don’t need it\, and you will have trouble getting enough people to play regularly. If\, however\, you are unfortunate enough to live in a community with an active group of paddlers; and you are far enough away from the river to get “whitewater horny\,” you are going to love this game! \nKayak polo is an “off-season” game usually played in a swimming pool. There is specialized equipment\, a lot of rules\, referees\, and beyond the reach of the average boater. Boatball\, however\, is a warm weather game played on a lake or wide flatwater…it is too wide and too fast for a pool. It is simple\, cheap\, and adaptable…the touch football of boating. If you are still reading because you live some distance from whitewater\, you already know that paddling every other weekend just isn’t enough to stay in shape for real whitewater paddling. Playing boatball\, twice a week\, will make you a prince among paddlers and a king of the river! \nTHE FIELD: The field is marked simply with two buoys. We use two\, anchored\, large\, plastic balls. These are the sit on and bounce type balls with handles. These anchored balls mark the goal lines. The distance between the goals is variable depending on the number of players…approximately 50-100 yards? The more players\, the longer the field. There are no sidelines. We use a miniature basketball (souvenir type). It is easy to grasp when wet and easy to throw. These two simple goal markers and the ball are all the “special equipment” you need to play boatball. \nTHE GAME: Two teams are picked in the time-honored tradition of sandlot football. Two captains are chosen (always different). They pick teams with alternating “picks” from the group. The captain who got “second pick” gets the ball and the goal of his choice. The other team goes to the opposite end. This separation of teams is only necessary at the very beginning of the game or when new players join the game. The ball is brought into play from behind the goal line. The object is to advance the ball down the field to the other goal line\, by passing and dribbling\, to score. Once in possession of the ball\, a player cannot paddle\, only pass or dribble. A goal is scored by passing to a teammate beyond the goal line (an imaginary line formed by the buoy). The ball must be caught “in the air.” Once the ball crosses the goal line and hits the water\, the play is “dead\,” and the ball goes over to the other team. The ball is always “in play” between the goal lines…there is no “time out.” The exception to this is if a player capsizes. If the player rolls\, the play continues. If not\, all play stops to facilitate an Eskimo rescue or swimmer retrieval. Otherwise\, the play stops momentarily after a successful goal or an unsuccessful attempt at a goal when the ball is “dead.” At these pauses\, captains can call for a “water break” or a “spandex break.” A “spandex break” is to admire a fit jogger or rollerblader on the perimeter trail of our lake. When everybody is ready to play again\, the game continues. \nTHE RULES: Remember\, we are dealing with kayakers-there are not many. \n\nTHE MAIN RULE: No paddling with the ball. Once in possession of the ball\, a player can only pass or “dribble.” A dribble is simply throwing the ball ahead on the water and paddling to it.\nNo “mauling.” Mauling is interpreted by the nature of your particular group. This would be analogous to “personal fouls.” Common sense and good sportsmanship are the keys here. Boat collisions are inevitable and blocking a boat with a boat is okay. Paddle blocking a pass or a reception is okay. However\, players should avoid amidships collisions\, which could result in spearing. Blocking should be done on the ball\, not on hands.\nNo “grabbing”. Pushing off another boat or paddle with the hands is okay…just do not “grab” skirts\, loops\, paddles etc. This would be analogous to “holding” in football.\nNo paddle throwing.\n\nThat’s all the rules. The rest is simply common sense. In deference to my son\, the kayak instructor and law student\, all players must wear a PFD and helmet….duh! Players should know and consider the paddling skill levels of others. Excellent paddlers are more aggressive with other expert paddlers and lay off beginners. If another capsizes a player\, good sportsmanship would dictate helping him up and giving him the ball. There are no referees\, and violators of the rules are subject to the “shame” and ridicule of everyone. Repeat offenders of the rules and poor sports should be taken into the parking lot and beaten senseless. \nTHE PLAY: Bringing the ball in and moving the ball up the field is much like basketball. It is quick precise passing and fast break paddling. Play can involve familiar basketball terms such as “fast breaks\,” “dribbling\,” “picks\,” “give and go\,” etc. Defenses can be “zones\,” “man to man\,” “presses” etc. As the ball nears the goal\, offenses and defenses resemble football pass plays into the end zone. Boat types have definite advantages and disadvantages. Long boats have speed\, but short boats can turn quickly. As a rule\, players tend to defend boats and boaters with similar characteristics and abilities. Speed paddling is the norm in this game. The fact that the ball is always “in play” results in non-stop paddling where blocks and steals can immediately reverse the direction of the play. Paddling 40 yards as fast as you can\, or trying to out-maneuver a defender in the end zone 20-30 times\, twice a week will give you paddling power you never knew you possessed. Paddling endurance increases phenomenally. There are no eddies in boatball. A good boatball game with 8 -12 players for an hour or two will leave you more exhausted than any river paddling. \nOur season is during Daylight Savings Time\, Tuesday and Thursday\, after work\, until sundown. Because there are no expenses\, we do not need sponsorship or organization; therefore\, no one is legally liable. An interesting fact is boatball is the only game played in the Memphis parks where all the players carry sticks and wear big knives! There are also a few unexpected benefits of boatball. Our game has become a fixture in a park lake surrounded by walkers\, joggers\, bikers and rollerbladers. Our game has been featured in news and sports stories on all the local TV stations. If you play boatball in a public place\, your game will grow. People\, who want to know about kayaking\, make first contact with the boatball players just because we are out there in plain view. The local outfitter\, sponsor of the largest bicycle race in Tennessee\, has included an exhibition boatball tournament in this year’s race events. Who knows? If this catches on in another city\, let me know. Your team can come to Memphis\, eat barbeque\, and be in the historic first intercity boatball game. There is only one small problem for spectators of this game. After watching the fierce competition and nonstop paddling action\, a bystander will come up after the game and ask\, “Who won?” \n“Win? Heck\, we’ve never kept score!”
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/central-arkansas-boatball-2/
LOCATION:Lake Nixon\, 18500 Cooper Orbit Rd\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Whitewater Safety for paddlers
DESCRIPTION:ACA L4 SWR curriculum.\nYou’ve asked for it so here it is! Whitewater safety courses in the summer & in central Arkansas. Here’s what you can look forward to:\nThis two day course will be an action packed\, and fun filled weekend! Our ACA certified instructor & helpers has a wealth of knowledge to pass on to you & your family about self Rescues and Rescuing others in a river environment.\nSkills taught:\nWhitewater swimming techniques\nWading in moving water\nHow to deal with Strainers\nThrow ropes\nBoat based rescues\nTethered rescues\nMechanical Advantages\nUnpin methods\nKnots\nRescue vest &\nMuch more.\nThese courses fill up fast! Sign up by email at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com.\nCost: $150 per person till end of April\, then all two day courses will go up to $165 per person.\nTaught by\, Rob Moody\nACA Certified Instructor in\nL4-SWR\nL4 WW Kayaking\nL3 River SUP\nL2 SUP ITC\nL2 Canoe
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/whitewater-safety-for-paddlers/
LOCATION:Ouachita River Whitewater Park\, 904 Riverview Dr\,\, Malvern\, 72104
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Whitewater Safety for paddlers
DESCRIPTION:ACA L4 SWR curriculum.\nYou’ve asked for it so here it is! Whitewater safety courses in the summer & in central Arkansas. Here’s what you can look forward to:\nThis two day course will be an action packed\, and fun filled weekend! Our ACA certified instructor & helpers has a wealth of knowledge to pass on to you & your family about self Rescues and Rescuing others in a river environment.\nSkills taught:\nWhitewater swimming techniques\nWading in moving water\nHow to deal with Strainers\nThrow ropes\nBoat based rescues\nTethered rescues\nMechanical Advantages\nUnpin methods\nKnots\nRescue vest &\nMuch more.\nThese courses fill up fast! Sign up by email at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com.\nCost: $150 per person till end of April\, then all two day courses will go up to $165 per person.\nTaught by\, Rob Moody\nACA Certified Instructor in\nL4-SWR\nL4 WW Kayaking\nL3 River SUP\nL2 SUP ITC\nL2 Canoe
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/whitewater-safety-for-paddlers-2/
LOCATION:Ouachita River Whitewater Park\, 904 Riverview Dr\,\, Malvern\, 72104
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Paddle Party
DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Arkansas Land Trust (NWALT) announced today that it will host its second annual Paddle Party fundraiser on Saturday\, July 15\, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Gypsy Camp and Canoe located at 20271 S Highway 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR. The floating fundraiser aims to raise $30\,000 for NWALT’s mission of protecting the lands and waters that sustain Northwest Arkansas. \nThe festivities will kick off with a fun 2-hour float along the Illinois River\, allowing participants to fully embrace the beauty of the Ozarks. Following the float\, attendees will be treated to a riverside cookout and a live band back at Gypsy Camp and Canoe. \nThe funds raised by the event will support the Land Trust’s areas of greatest need—land conservation\, water protection\, and environmental stewardship programs. Northwest Arkansas’ land and water play a vital role in sustaining the region’s ecological balance\, and the funds raised through Paddle Party will directly contribute to their perpetual safeguarding.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/paddle-party-2/
LOCATION:Gypsy Camp & Canoe\, 20271 State Hwy 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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UID:10000206-1689422400-1689447600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Paddle Party
DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Arkansas Land Trust (NWALT) announced today that it will host its second annual Paddle Party fundraiser on Saturday\, July 15\, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Gypsy Camp and Canoe located at 20271 S Highway 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR. The floating fundraiser aims to raise $30\,000 for NWALT’s mission of protecting the lands and waters that sustain Northwest Arkansas. \nThe festivities will kick off with a fun 2-hour float along the Illinois River\, allowing participants to fully embrace the beauty of the Ozarks. Following the float\, attendees will be treated to a riverside cookout and a live band back at Gypsy Camp and Canoe. \nThe funds raised by the event will support the Land Trust’s areas of greatest need—land conservation\, water protection\, and environmental stewardship programs. Northwest Arkansas’ land and water play a vital role in sustaining the region’s ecological balance\, and the funds raised through Paddle Party will directly contribute to their perpetual safeguarding.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/paddle-party/
LOCATION:Gypsy Camp & Canoe\, 20271 State Hwy 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230822T174742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T174742Z
UID:10001680-1691539200-1691625599@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Beaver Lake Tail Water Race
DESCRIPTION:This is a canoe and Kayak race on the White River from the base of Beaver Dam in Eureka Springs AR to the Golden Gate Bridge in Beaver\, Arkansas. The main event and race will be 13 miles from the dam to the Golden Gate Bridge. There is a shorter 5 Mile option to race from the dam to the Hwy 62 Bridge at Riverview Resort. There will also be an event parade on the river on the morning of the race to kick it off. In addition to the race\, there will be an after-party and awards ceremony along with raffle prizes and a BBQ dinner\, and Live Music. There will be a check-in and mixer on the evening of August 8th with some live music as well. This event is a benefit for the Western Carroll County Fire Districts and all net proceeds will help provide equipment and training to aid with responder training and safety.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/beaver-lake-tail-water-race-2/
LOCATION:Riverview Resort\, 17939 Hwy 62 W\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230822T174742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T174742Z
UID:10000249-1691539200-1691625599@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Beaver Lake Tail Water Race
DESCRIPTION:This is a canoe and Kayak race on the White River from the base of Beaver Dam in Eureka Springs AR to the Golden Gate Bridge in Beaver\, Arkansas. The main event and race will be 13 miles from the dam to the Golden Gate Bridge. There is a shorter 5 Mile option to race from the dam to the Hwy 62 Bridge at Riverview Resort. There will also be an event parade on the river on the morning of the race to kick it off. In addition to the race\, there will be an after-party and awards ceremony along with raffle prizes and a BBQ dinner\, and Live Music. There will be a check-in and mixer on the evening of August 8th with some live music as well. This event is a benefit for the Western Carroll County Fire Districts and all net proceeds will help provide equipment and training to aid with responder training and safety.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/beaver-lake-tail-water-race/
LOCATION:Riverview Resort\, 17939 Hwy 62 W\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230810T171602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T171602Z
UID:10000250-1692118800-1692129600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Kayak paddling clinic with ACA certified instructors
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to kayaking or want to try it? Maybe you’ve never had any actual instruction? This is a great\, controlled environment (vs moving water) to get comfortable in a kayak and learn basic paddling strokes.\n\nBring your kayak or borrow one from a friend (no gear will be provided) and spend Tuesday evening\, August\, 15 at Lake Nixon from 6:00-8:00 PM with some of our club’s ACA-certified instructors (Liz\, Joel\, and Elene) to learn how to paddle your kayak efficiently. We’ll cover “go” strokes\, “side” strokes\, “turn” strokes\, and the ever-popular “keep you upright” strokes. We’ll also do some flatwater exercises that apply directly to moving water.\n\nWhitewater (creek\, play\, or down river) or recreational kayaks (sit in or sit on) only please.\n\nMake sure to also bring a life jacket and water bottle.\n\nThis is free to ARKANSAS CANOE CLUB members and those in their households. If you’re not a current member\, we welcome you\, it’s only $25/year/household to join and has a lot of benefits.\nCome out\, learn some skills\, and make new paddling friends.\n\nYou can go online and join at www.arkansascanoeclub.com and make sure you sign the online waiver if you haven’t yet this year:\nhttps://forms.gle/rzXf3gozHJps2FUG8 
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/kayak-paddling-clinic-with-aca-certified-instructors/
LOCATION:Lake Nixon\, 18500 Cooper Orbit Rd\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230810T171602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T171602Z
UID:10001670-1692118800-1692129600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Kayak paddling clinic with ACA certified instructors
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to kayaking or want to try it? Maybe you’ve never had any actual instruction? This is a great\, controlled environment (vs moving water) to get comfortable in a kayak and learn basic paddling strokes.\n\nBring your kayak or borrow one from a friend (no gear will be provided) and spend Tuesday evening\, August\, 15 at Lake Nixon from 6:00-8:00 PM with some of our club’s ACA-certified instructors (Liz\, Joel\, and Elene) to learn how to paddle your kayak efficiently. We’ll cover “go” strokes\, “side” strokes\, “turn” strokes\, and the ever-popular “keep you upright” strokes. We’ll also do some flatwater exercises that apply directly to moving water.\n\nWhitewater (creek\, play\, or down river) or recreational kayaks (sit in or sit on) only please.\n\nMake sure to also bring a life jacket and water bottle.\n\nThis is free to ARKANSAS CANOE CLUB members and those in their households. If you’re not a current member\, we welcome you\, it’s only $25/year/household to join and has a lot of benefits.\nCome out\, learn some skills\, and make new paddling friends.\n\nYou can go online and join at www.arkansascanoeclub.com and make sure you sign the online waiver if you haven’t yet this year:\nhttps://forms.gle/rzXf3gozHJps2FUG8 
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/kayak-paddling-clinic-with-aca-certified-instructors-2/
LOCATION:Lake Nixon\, 18500 Cooper Orbit Rd\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230810T173549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T173549Z
UID:10001672-1694851200-1694970000@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Fall Whitewater Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:ACA L4 SWR curriculum at the Siloam Springs Kayak Park. This course will be geared towards the cold-weather paddler\, that paddles year around in the Ozarks. Kayaks\, Canoes\, Rafts & Stand Up Paddleboards are welcome.\narkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com. or sign up on this link. https://book.peek.com/…/p_zy8xk–ad41a586-30f6-41e9…\n\n\nThis two-day course will be an action-packed\, and fun-filled weekend! Our ACA-certified instructors have a wealth of knowledge to pass on to you about\, cold weather paddling\, self-awareness\, self-rescues\, and helping others in a river environment.\nSkills taught:\nWhitewater swimming techniques\nWading in moving water\nHow to deal with Strainers\nCorrect use of throw ropes\nCraft-based rescues\,\nMechanical Advantages\,\nUnpin methods\,\nKnots\,\nRescue vest &\nMuch more.\nThese courses fill up fast! Sign up by email at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com.\nCost: $175 per person\n\nEssential Eligibility Criteria (EEC):\nACA courses are open to all individuals who acknowledge the ability to perform the following essential eligibility criteria.\n1. Breathe independently (i.e.\, not require medical devices to sustain breathing)\n2. Independently maintain sealed airway passages while underwater\n3. Independently hold head upright without neck/head support\n4. Manage personal care independently or with the assistance of a companion\n5. Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance\n6. Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or with the assistance of a companion\n7. Independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face-up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket*\n8. Get in/out or on/off of a paddle craft independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance*\n9. Independently get out and from under a capsized paddle craft*\n10. Reenter or remount the paddle craft following deep water capsize independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance*\n11. Maintain a safe body position while attempting skills\, activities\, and rescues listed in the appropriate Course Outline\, and have the ability to recognize and identify to others when such efforts would be unsafe given your personal situation*\nTaught by\, Rob Moody\nACA Certified Instructor in\nL4-SWR\nL4 WW Kayaking\nL3 WW SUP\nL2 Canoe tandem/solo\nAdaptive paddling endorsement
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/fall-whitewater-safety-course-2/
LOCATION:Siloam Springs Kayak Park\, 19253 Fisher Ford Rd\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230810T173549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T173613Z
UID:10000252-1694851200-1694970000@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Fall Whitewater Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:ACA L4 SWR curriculum at the Siloam Springs Kayak Park. This course will be geared towards the cold-weather paddler\, that paddles year around in the Ozarks. Kayaks\, Canoes\, Rafts & Stand Up Paddleboards are welcome.\narkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com. or sign up on this link. https://book.peek.com/…/p_zy8xk–ad41a586-30f6-41e9…\n\n\nThis two-day course will be an action-packed\, and fun-filled weekend! Our ACA-certified instructors have a wealth of knowledge to pass on to you about\, cold weather paddling\, self-awareness\, self-rescues\, and helping others in a river environment.\nSkills taught:\nWhitewater swimming techniques\nWading in moving water\nHow to deal with Strainers\nCorrect use of throw ropes\nCraft-based rescues\,\nMechanical Advantages\,\nUnpin methods\,\nKnots\,\nRescue vest &\nMuch more.\nThese courses fill up fast! Sign up by email at arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com.\nCost: $175 per person\n\nEssential Eligibility Criteria (EEC):\nACA courses are open to all individuals who acknowledge the ability to perform the following essential eligibility criteria.\n1. Breathe independently (i.e.\, not require medical devices to sustain breathing)\n2. Independently maintain sealed airway passages while underwater\n3. Independently hold head upright without neck/head support\n4. Manage personal care independently or with the assistance of a companion\n5. Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance\n6. Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or with the assistance of a companion\n7. Independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face-up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket*\n8. Get in/out or on/off of a paddle craft independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance*\n9. Independently get out and from under a capsized paddle craft*\n10. Reenter or remount the paddle craft following deep water capsize independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance*\n11. Maintain a safe body position while attempting skills\, activities\, and rescues listed in the appropriate Course Outline\, and have the ability to recognize and identify to others when such efforts would be unsafe given your personal situation*\nTaught by\, Rob Moody\nACA Certified Instructor in\nL4-SWR\nL4 WW Kayaking\nL3 WW SUP\nL2 Canoe tandem/solo\nAdaptive paddling endorsement
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/fall-whitewater-safety-course/
LOCATION:Siloam Springs Kayak Park\, 19253 Fisher Ford Rd\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230810T174148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T174148Z
UID:10001673-1695996000-1696179600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous 2023
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come.\nFor more information on this event\, look at last year’s at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/arkansas-canoe-club-rendezvous-2023-2/
LOCATION:ORBI Rentals\, 2115 Tanner St\, Malvern\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230810T174148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T174148Z
UID:10000253-1695996000-1696179600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous 2023
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come.\nFor more information on this event\, look at last year’s at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/arkansas-canoe-club-rendezvous-2023/
LOCATION:ORBI Rentals\, 2115 Tanner St\, Malvern\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20231230T145611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231230T145611Z
UID:10001785-1704106800-1704121200@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Happy New Year Red Hot Cider Float
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Day is coming soon. It’s time to get your canoe or kayak and join us for the traditional bringing in of the new year with a trip down the Little Maumelle River just west of Little Rock. We will meet at 11:00 AM Monday at Pinnacle Mountain State Park by the boat ramp at the West Side parking lot. We will unload and run a shuttle. The trip is about three miles and we will take out at the TNC Ranch Northwoods Preserve. We will stop along the way to celebrate the new year with a cup of hot cider. So\, pack your lunch and anything else that you want or want to share. If the group is small we will stop for lunch at the camping platform. If it is large\, we will stop at the Ranch picnic area. This event will not be canceled! If the weather is bad\, we will just dress accordingly and understand those who decided not to come. (Well\, if it’s extremely cold with freezing rain\, it might be canceled! I hate freezing rain!)\nI look forward to seeing you all there! Happy New Year!\nDebbie Doss\n\nThis event is co-hosted by the Arkansas Canoe Club-Central Chapter and the Arkansas Watertrails Partnership and ACCBOATR.\nSpecial thanks to The Nature Conservancy of Arkansas for access at Ranch Northwoods Preserve.\nSave this date and join us for a fun time and the absolutely best kick-off for 2024.\nDirections: https://www.google.com/…/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0…
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/happy-new-year-red-hot-cider-float-2/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Mountain State Park\, 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20240308T173414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T173414Z
UID:10000460-1710072000-1710090000@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:43rd Jungle Boater Race
DESCRIPTION:Bang The Gong! Let’s get it on! Join us for the 43rd annual Jungle Boater Race this year on Sunday\, March 10th\, 2024. Race begins at 12 pm. Race course: Byrd’s Landing to Turner Bend Landing. We ask that all  reservations and pre-registration be received by midnight Friday\, March 8th. Entry fee is $35 per participant–includes T-shirt. If the river is 4.4′ or higher we will reschedule for March 17th. We will mass start each category at one minute intervals in the order listed below. Slackers will start yourselves when you are ready.\nOrder of Start:\n1. Raft\n2. Women’s SUP\n3. Women’s Solo Canoe\n4. Women’s Tandem Canoe\n5. Women’s Kayak\n6. Men’s SUP\n7. Men’s Solo Canoe\n8. Men’s Kayak\n9. Parent and Child Canoe -child must be under 14 years of age.\n10. Geezer Solo Canoe( 60+)\n11. Geezer Tandem Canoe\n12. Mixed Tandem Canoe\n13. Men’s Tandem Canoe \nOn the date of the race arrive by 10 am to pick up T-shirt and race number tag in the upstairs office at the Turner Bend store. If you have not emailed us the liability release form\, your bag will not be ready.  Duct-tape the number tag on the left side front of the boat for the timer to recognize when you arrive at the finish line. Be at the Byrd’s landing an hour early to get ready.\nAll pre-registration can be made online:\nYou can pre-register until midnight Friday\, March 8th\nWe may run out T-shirt for late entries\nNO REGISTRATION ON THE DATE OF THE RACE
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/43rd-jungle-boater-race/
LOCATION:Turner Bend Campground\, 20034 AR-23\, Ozark\, AR\, 72949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20240308T173414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T173414Z
UID:10001864-1710072000-1710090000@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:43rd Jungle Boater Race
DESCRIPTION:Bang The Gong! Let’s get it on! Join us for the 43rd annual Jungle Boater Race this year on Sunday\, March 10th\, 2024. Race begins at 12 pm. Race course: Byrd’s Landing to Turner Bend Landing. We ask that all  reservations and pre-registration be received by midnight Friday\, March 8th. Entry fee is $35 per participant–includes T-shirt. If the river is 4.4′ or higher we will reschedule for March 17th. We will mass start each category at one minute intervals in the order listed below. Slackers will start yourselves when you are ready.\nOrder of Start:\n1. Raft\n2. Women’s SUP\n3. Women’s Solo Canoe\n4. Women’s Tandem Canoe\n5. Women’s Kayak\n6. Men’s SUP\n7. Men’s Solo Canoe\n8. Men’s Kayak\n9. Parent and Child Canoe -child must be under 14 years of age.\n10. Geezer Solo Canoe( 60+)\n11. Geezer Tandem Canoe\n12. Mixed Tandem Canoe\n13. Men’s Tandem Canoe \nOn the date of the race arrive by 10 am to pick up T-shirt and race number tag in the upstairs office at the Turner Bend store. If you have not emailed us the liability release form\, your bag will not be ready.  Duct-tape the number tag on the left side front of the boat for the timer to recognize when you arrive at the finish line. Be at the Byrd’s landing an hour early to get ready.\nAll pre-registration can be made online:\nYou can pre-register until midnight Friday\, March 8th\nWe may run out T-shirt for late entries\nNO REGISTRATION ON THE DATE OF THE RACE
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/43rd-jungle-boater-race-2/
LOCATION:Turner Bend Campground\, 20034 AR-23\, Ozark\, AR\, 72949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230919T160031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T160031Z
UID:10001708-1712998800-1713027600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024
DESCRIPTION:Eight hours of epic biking\, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains\, awe-inspiring lakes\, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems. \nThis 8 hour (Lite version) race is the perfect introductory event into the sport of Adventure Racing. Maps will be pre-plotted and navigation will be accessible for all experience levels. The race will include biking (both single track and gravel)\, trekking and paddling around the NWA area. Come ready to adventure and be inspired by the beauty of the Ozarks!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/adventure-ozark-8-hour-race-2024-2/
LOCATION:Bentonville\, 100 N Main St\, Bentonville\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain),Multisport (Triathlon/Adventure Racing/Etc),Paddling,Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20230919T160031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T160031Z
UID:10000288-1712998800-1713027600@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024
DESCRIPTION:Eight hours of epic biking\, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains\, awe-inspiring lakes\, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems. \nThis 8 hour (Lite version) race is the perfect introductory event into the sport of Adventure Racing. Maps will be pre-plotted and navigation will be accessible for all experience levels. The race will include biking (both single track and gravel)\, trekking and paddling around the NWA area. Come ready to adventure and be inspired by the beauty of the Ozarks!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/adventure-ozark-8-hour-race-2024/
LOCATION:Bentonville\, 100 N Main St\, Bentonville\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain),Multisport (Triathlon/Adventure Racing/Etc),Paddling,Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20240422T213749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T213749Z
UID:10001916-1718323200-1718582399@arkansasoutside.com
SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling
DESCRIPTION:The Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling is designed to introduce basic paddling techniques on Class I+ rivers. Contained in these pages is information that should be read by each person registering for the school. \n\n\nWhen:   June 14th-16th\, 2024 \n\n\nWhere:  Gypsy Camp & Canoe on the Illinois River near Siloam Springs\, AR.\n(NOTE: Little to no cellular service at Gypsy Camp.) \n\n\nCost:  You must be a current member of the Arkansas Canoe Club before you can register for the School of River Paddling. ACC Household Membership covers you and two additional members living in your household. If you are not already a member of the ACC\, please visit the Membership section of our Web site. \n\n\nCamping: Included with the event fee and is all day Friday\, Saturday\, and through Sunday. \n\n\nElectric sites are reserved for Instructors and assigned volunteers only. \n\n\nNo reservations are needed for campsites. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: \n\n\nThe event fee for the School of River Paddling is $125.00 \nRegistration will open at midnight on Monday\, May 6th\, 2024. \nThe following is required to register for the School of River Paddling: \n\n\nCompleted Event Registration and Payment (completed online at this Web site) \n\n\nReceipt of a SIGNED Arkansas Canoe Club Waiver and Release of Liability.   \n\n\nReceipt of a Participant Health Form.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/arkansas-canoe-clubs-school-of-river-paddling-2/
LOCATION:Gypsy Camp & Canoe\, 20271 State Hwy 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240614
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DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
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SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling
DESCRIPTION:The Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling is designed to introduce basic paddling techniques on Class I+ rivers. Contained in these pages is information that should be read by each person registering for the school. \n\n\nWhen:   June 14th-16th\, 2024 \n\n\nWhere:  Gypsy Camp & Canoe on the Illinois River near Siloam Springs\, AR.\n(NOTE: Little to no cellular service at Gypsy Camp.) \n\n\nCost:  You must be a current member of the Arkansas Canoe Club before you can register for the School of River Paddling. ACC Household Membership covers you and two additional members living in your household. If you are not already a member of the ACC\, please visit the Membership section of our Web site. \n\n\nCamping: Included with the event fee and is all day Friday\, Saturday\, and through Sunday. \n\n\nElectric sites are reserved for Instructors and assigned volunteers only. \n\n\nNo reservations are needed for campsites. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: \n\n\nThe event fee for the School of River Paddling is $125.00 \nRegistration will open at midnight on Monday\, May 6th\, 2024. \nThe following is required to register for the School of River Paddling: \n\n\nCompleted Event Registration and Payment (completed online at this Web site) \n\n\nReceipt of a SIGNED Arkansas Canoe Club Waiver and Release of Liability.   \n\n\nReceipt of a Participant Health Form.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/arkansas-canoe-clubs-school-of-river-paddling/
LOCATION:Gypsy Camp & Canoe\, 20271 State Hwy 59\, Siloam Springs\, AR\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T180000
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Sunset-Moonrise Paddle
DESCRIPTION:The longest day and the shortest night – a golden sunset\, plus a full moon’s light! It’s time for the Summer Solstice Celebratory Paddle! \nMake the most of one the longest days of the year\, and join our park interpreters to enjoy the cooler\, quieter side of DeGray Lake. Paddle under the last rays of the setting sun and into the glow of a rising full moon. Participants get their choice of stand up paddleboard or flatwater kayak. All equipment is provided\, and no previous paddling experience is necessary (though\, encouraged if opting for a paddleboard). Our park interpreters will guide you through the basics of paddling and answer your nature questions along the way.  Participants must be at least 12 years old to paddle a boat/board solo and be prepared to paddle approximately 2 miles (1.5 hours). There is limited space available for children over the age of 6 to ride with an adult in a tandem kayak.  Reservations can be made by online through June 19. If spots remain\, last minute registration will be available at the state park marina\, (501) 865-5841 beginning at noon the day before (June 20). Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet\, and bring a bottle of water!\nMeeting place: State Park Marina
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/summer-solstice-sunset-moonrise-paddle-2/
LOCATION:DeGray Lake Resort State Park\, 2027 State Park Entrance Road\, Bismarck\, AR\, 71929\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Sunset-Moonrise Paddle
DESCRIPTION:The longest day and the shortest night – a golden sunset\, plus a full moon’s light! It’s time for the Summer Solstice Celebratory Paddle! \nMake the most of one the longest days of the year\, and join our park interpreters to enjoy the cooler\, quieter side of DeGray Lake. Paddle under the last rays of the setting sun and into the glow of a rising full moon. Participants get their choice of stand up paddleboard or flatwater kayak. All equipment is provided\, and no previous paddling experience is necessary (though\, encouraged if opting for a paddleboard). Our park interpreters will guide you through the basics of paddling and answer your nature questions along the way.  Participants must be at least 12 years old to paddle a boat/board solo and be prepared to paddle approximately 2 miles (1.5 hours). There is limited space available for children over the age of 6 to ride with an adult in a tandem kayak.  Reservations can be made by online through June 19. If spots remain\, last minute registration will be available at the state park marina\, (501) 865-5841 beginning at noon the day before (June 20). Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet\, and bring a bottle of water!\nMeeting place: State Park Marina
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/summer-solstice-sunset-moonrise-paddle/
LOCATION:DeGray Lake Resort State Park\, 2027 State Park Entrance Road\, Bismarck\, AR\, 71929\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20240802T213245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T213245Z
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SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:This weekend long event is held every fall\, organized and executed by volunteer efforts of Arkansas Canoe Club members for the greater Arkansas boating community. We invite you to participate in any part of a weekend of fun and learning. You do not have to be a member to participate\, though who wouldn’t want to join this group of diverse and kooky band of champions of recreation\, conservation and education of the paddling sports in Arkansas?
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/arkansas-canoe-club-rendezvous/
LOCATION:ORBI Rentals\, 2115 Tanner St\, Malvern\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20241003T145537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T145537Z
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SUMMARY:Jaws on the Water
DESCRIPTION:Hit the water with us for an unforgettable night of suspense and adventure as we present a special free screening of the classic film Jaws on the Arkansas River! The Downtown Little Rock Partnership\, Rock Town River Outfitters\, and Rock City Yacht Club are partnering to offer attendees the unique experience of watching the movie while floating on the water in kayaks. Free kayak reservations are available through Rock Town River Outfitters\, or bring your own! For those who prefer to stay dry\, bring a chair to set up on the dock.\n\nDrinks will be available for purchase to enhance your evening on the river\, with free popcorn provided by the Residences at Harbortown. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy one of the greatest films of all time\, floating on the Arkansas River under the stars!\n\nWhen:\nThe movie starts at 7 pm on October 9th (Seating and Kayaks are LIMITED. Arrive early to get your spot on the water or dock).\nWhere:\nRock City Yacht Club\, 1726 E. 2nd Street\, Little Rock AR\nWho:\nThis event is open to the public and is free of charge. Bring your friends and family to enjoy this iconic summer thriller in an exciting outdoor setting.\nDetails:\nKayaks: Reserve your kayak (Age 13+) from Rock Town River Outfitters at: https://book.peek.com/…/9c04fb38-290c-4758-941e…/eyYBX — or bring your own to watch from the water. RCYC has a public boat ramp on the western side of the marina.\nDock Seating: Available for those who would prefer to stay out of the water. Bring your own chair!
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/jaws-on-the-water/
LOCATION:Rock City Yacht Club\, 1726 East 2nd Street\, Little Rock\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun,Paddling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T010700
CREATED:20231230T145611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T152239Z
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SUMMARY:Happy New Year Red Hot Cider Float
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the New Year in style with a New Year’s Day canoe trip. Paddle down the scenic Little Maumelle River! Join the Arkansas Canoe Club for this cherished tradition on New Year’s Day\, Monday\, January 1\, 2025. We’ll meet at 11:00 AM at the Pinnacle Mountain State Park boat ramp in the West Side parking lot to unload gear and organize shuttles. \nThe route covers about three picturesque miles\, ending at The Nature Conservancy’s Ranch Northwoods Preserve. Along the way\, we’ll pause to toast 2025 with a warm cup of hot cider. Bring your lunch and any snacks or goodies you’d like to share with the group. Depending on our numbers\, we’ll stop for a bite at the camping platform (small groups) or the Ranch picnic area (large groups). \nThis event is rain or shine! We’ll dress for the weather and paddle on\, unless freezing rain rears its frosty head—because\, let’s face it\, no one loves freezing rain. \nThis unforgettable adventure is co-hosted by the Arkansas Canoe Club–Central Chapter\, the Arkansas Watertrails Partnership\, and ACCBOATR\, with special thanks to The Nature Conservancy of Arkansas for providing access to the Ranch Northwoods Preserve. \nMark your calendar\, grab your canoe or kayak\, and let’s celebrate the start of 2025 with a New Year’s Day canoe trip. It’s the best way to welcome the new year—guaranteed! \n\nDirections: https://www.google.com/…/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0…
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/new-years-day-canoe-trip-and-red-hot-cider-float/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Mountain State Park\, 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Paddling
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