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Post by Tony Daniel on Mar 20, 2014 18:59:59 GMT -5
I have already received the club's first registration for the Beginners Clinic! Be sure to check out the webpage about the clinic for info or to register. We'll be at Army Camp on the New River on June the 7th and will follow with a club trip on June the 8th on the Upper New. In case of high water, we will move to the Greenbrier River. So if you have family members, friends, or coworkers who would like to learn about whitewater paddling this is a great opportunity for them. Of course we'll need volunteers to lead pods, provide rudimentary instruction, loan extra boats and safety boat. www.wvwa.net/2014-Clinic-Beginner.shtml
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Post by Lauren Beyer on Mar 20, 2014 19:04:29 GMT -5
Tony, I'll be volunteering to lead a pod again this year! I really enjoy this one.
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Post by Brent Samples on Mar 21, 2014 16:55:32 GMT -5
Hey Tony, schedule permitting I will lead a pod, sounds like fun. I will know more schedule wise as we get closer to the clinic. thanks...Brent
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Post by Matt Thompson on Mar 21, 2014 17:53:37 GMT -5
View me as an extra as I'm not 100% sure I can commit yet. I'll most likely be there but traveling the following week so depends on what all I need to do before I leave.
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Post by Tony Daniel on Mar 22, 2014 14:55:46 GMT -5
thanks for the help. We now have 3 registrations a good start!.
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Post by Bob Anderson on Mar 24, 2014 18:57:52 GMT -5
I have a coworker who is interested in learning. I will remind him about the clinic. I hope to be there as well.
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Post by Tony Daniel on Mar 24, 2014 19:33:48 GMT -5
sounds good Bob!
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Post by Dan Waller on Mar 30, 2014 13:49:56 GMT -5
Had to call in a big favor to get that weekend off. 1st weekend of the month is always hard, due to all the Natl. Guard people going to Drill. But I got it! just wanted to see if you got Lila Waller on your list. My wife said she Mailed it out last week. Let me know if we're good to go, please.
Charlie, your off the hook, unless something happens between now and then. Thanks anyway!
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Post by Dan Waller on Mar 30, 2014 13:52:02 GMT -5
And of course, I'll help with the class anyway I can.
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Post by Tony Daniel on Mar 30, 2014 20:06:19 GMT -5
yep, got the registration in the mail- 4 so far all together!
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Post by Cathy Payne on Apr 24, 2014 12:09:15 GMT -5
Tony, You have my registration and money correct?
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Post by Tony Daniel on Apr 24, 2014 21:26:14 GMT -5
yes I do, your good to go! Chuck our treasurer is out of town so the check won't be cashed until he gets back. 13 signed up so far.for the beginners clinic.
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Post by Tony Daniel on Apr 27, 2014 21:45:18 GMT -5
we are expanding the clinic with an "aspiring intermediate" pod. Perfect for folks who between the beginner and intermediate designation. We currently have 13 registered.
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Post by Jamie Payne on Apr 28, 2014 7:08:36 GMT -5
My wife is planning on attending. We mailed in the registration form and check today. Could you let me know when received. Thanks.
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Post by Matt Tucker on Apr 28, 2014 9:53:21 GMT -5
See everyone there for the group paddle that weekend. Have fun and be safe
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Post by John Callender on Apr 28, 2014 11:55:20 GMT -5
Tony, Betty and I will attend both days, hoping for some advanced training as aspiring intermediates. Forms on the way along with check.
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Post by Tony Daniel on Apr 28, 2014 12:05:41 GMT -5
sounds good,, 13 registrations so far and three more on the way
List of volunteers so far: Lauren Beyer Charlie Reddington David King Wes Barthwick Tony Daniel
maybes (schedule permitting or haven't made a full committment to help but will likely help) - Matt Thompson, Bob Anderson, Dan Waller, Brent Samples, Josh Jordan
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Post by Chuck Brabec on Apr 28, 2014 12:46:49 GMT -5
Nancy and I have decided not to volunteer for the beginner/novice clinic.
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Post by Josh Jordan on Apr 28, 2014 13:05:11 GMT -5
You can me down as a maybe as well. I won't know until a few days before because I will have to see how buried I am with school work. I hope to be there...
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Post by John Callender on May 4, 2014 20:56:01 GMT -5
Tony, my oldest son, Jim Johnson wants to attend the class. He is a true beginner. Forms and check on the way. He will be equipped with kayak, PDF, skirt, and helmet. I had promised to loan these items to Jodi Reimer. So I will have her contact you regarding her needs.
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Post by Sandy Staats on May 7, 2014 18:57:24 GMT -5
I've signed up for this. Check and forms are going in the mail. Is there going to be another intermediate clinic this summer? I'd like to join that one also.
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Post by Tony Daniel on May 7, 2014 20:33:42 GMT -5
We currently have 22 registered for the clinic and I suspect a few more between now and then. We will break into pods to keep things manageable on the water. Several folks need boats so we need club members to supply some loaners- I'm good for 2 or 3 boats but we'll need some others as well. I need one for a smaller paddler- 140 pounds.. A few more volunteers would be great as well.
a bit more about the clinic- you'll want to bring a camp chair even if your not spending the night., There is camping at army camp- first come first serve- Some folks, including myself usually show up on Friday. We can share campsites as needed. I don't know if the NPS is charging for campsites this year or not. They did come around and register us last year. Campfire potluck dinner on Sat. Night. If you have an rv you need to know that there is a height and weight limit on the bridge at prince- somewhere around 10 ft so plan accordingly.
I don't know of any future clinics beside what is currently posted on the club calendar.
I'll have hoodies, tshirts, and logbooks for sale at my campsite before and after the clinic and at the trip the next day. The logbook has a list of ranked rivers in wv suitable for beginners, intermediates, and advanced boaters and sells for $20.00.. I am not allowed to sell merchandise during the clinic- that would require an additional permit from the NPS.
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Post by Cliff Beck on May 10, 2014 14:20:15 GMT -5
Tony, I have filled out the form and will be sending my payment this week. I will need to borrow equipment if possible.
Cliff Beck
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Post by Tony Daniel on May 10, 2014 18:38:03 GMT -5
Hey cliff, on the registration form there's a special request blank- put that you need gear and a boat-also list you height and weight so we know size of gear/boat to get. Welcome aboard!. We're up to 24 registrations so far. We're doing a follow up trip on Sun. on the upper New so check that out as well.
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Post by Tony Daniel on May 10, 2014 18:58:00 GMT -5
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Post by Cliff Beck on May 12, 2014 5:29:02 GMT -5
Thanks Tony, I will probably see you Friday nite and will stay for the Sunday run. FYI, I am 5' 10", 170 lbs.
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Post by Angie Rosser on May 13, 2014 7:49:08 GMT -5
Hi Tony, I'd like to join the aspiring intermediate pod if there's still room...angie
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Post by Caleb Workman on May 13, 2014 8:38:13 GMT -5
Hey Tony, I was just checking to ensure my application, as well as my friend's, Josh Tuck, were received. Looking forward to the clinic.
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Post by Tony Daniel on May 13, 2014 8:41:28 GMT -5
Angie, no size limits. I've been told that "aspiring intermediate" isn't the right term because that was used to describe the intermediate clinic at one time but I know which pod you mean. Welcome aboard! We sat around and talked about "how many people used to participate in these clinics" and now we have the opportunity to have those numbers again. That's a good thing. Logistically things get a little harder but it, will work out, I'm still looking for some more volunteers from the more experienced paddlers. .
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Post by Tony Daniel on May 13, 2014 8:49:24 GMT -5
Caleb, and Josh, you guys are good to go- got your paperwork etc. I notice you guys need boats- thanks for putting your size- that helps.
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