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Brought to you by your friends at Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe
October 15 – 17, 2010
Class Schedule:
Friday:
9 am to 6 pm Check In and move in to cabins/campground
Rolling lessons – 9 am to Noon and 1 pm to 4 pm - 1 hour privates in the pool we teach with whitewater boats (we provide) and have a 2 student to 1 instructor ratio.
Gain confidence and open the world of rough water paddling by learning the roll. In the comfort of an indoor pool, work one on one with a qualified rolling coach. These classes are fun for anyone that wants to work on their roll.
1 pm to 4 pm afternoon session
Nestucca river mouth tour w/eddies, currents and waves
The Nestucca River drifts peacefully along the main event site just south of Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, then empties into the ocean resulting in the confluence of swift current, eddies, and waves. Enjoy the scenic flats along the river and challenge yourself down at the mouth of the Nestucca. This class is a great choice for any skill level.
Fear to fun in the surf Level 1
The surf zone can be an intimidating place at times. See this exciting environment through new eyes as you gain confidence and understanding of the dynamics at work. Learn to select a safe play zone, read water, and operate in the surf. This class emphasizes how to safely negotiate a surf break zone during launching and landing without getting surfed. Become skilled at holding position and moving within the surf zone with boat control and safety as the number one priority. This class is a great choice for people looking to try the surf for a first time or have not yet had formal instruction in the surf.
Short boat surfing
Students should expect to learn proper techniques for safely operating in the surf zone with whitewater and surf specific kayaks. We will cover topics such as reading the surf, selecting a break, launching and landing on the beach, positioning in the group and on the wave, bracing and rolling, and surfing (forwards, side, and backwards, bottom turns, cutbacks, etc...) This class is fun for people who have a consistent roll in rough water.
Long boat surf skills
"Knowing how to negotiate the surf zone is an essential skill for sea kayaking at the Oregon Coast. This class emphasizes how to safely negotiate a surf break zone during launching and landing. This class is an intro to surfing waves in a sea kayak. It’s about moving within the zone with boat control and safety as the number one priority. This class is fun for students that already know how to brace and control their boats reasonably well."
Understanding Boat Control and Design
Held on sheltered water, this class provides the student with a repertoire of useful strokes and boat maneuvers for different boat designs. The key cause and effect relationships involved in boat control are introduced and students learn to perform maneuvers safely and efficiently. This class is fun for anyone.
6:30 to 8 pm Dinner
8:00 pm to 10:pm party and video presentation at the club house
Saturday:
6:00 am
Prepare to Take Your Lumps Yoga
An eclectic mix of Hatha, Vinyasa and Kundalini yoga lead by Jodi Wright. We will focus on calming your nerves and energizing your body in preparation for the exciting day ahead.
Please bring a yoga mat and a yoga block (large canned food can work).
6:30 am to 8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am to 4:pm Full day Classes
Buff out your roll
9 am to Noon and 1 pm to 4 pm - 1 hour privates in the pool we teach with whitewater boats (we provide) and have a 2 student to 1 instructor ratio.
Gain confidence and open the world of rough water paddling by learning the roll. In the comfort of an indoor pool, work one on one with a qualified rolling coach. These classes are fun for anyone that wants to work on their roll.
Rock Garden Basics
Oregon has a very active geologic past. Giant lava flows streamed across our state from great fissures in and around what is now Idaho resulting in massive rock outcroppings all along the Pacific NW coast. Explore this stunning coastline’s labyrinth of arches, tunnels, and overfalls while learning to control and maneuver your sea kayak in this complex environment. This class is fun for people who already have some ocean paddling experience and can confidently perform deep water rescues.
Cape Lookout Adventure
Explore this favorite paddling destination of local sea kayakers. Cape Lookout is a popular hiking and whale watching spot during certain times of the year. It offers good surf, some rock gardening, and amazing scenery. This tour is fun for experienced paddlers with reliable rescue and maneuvering skills.
9:00 am to 12:30 pm morning session
Fear to Fun in the Surf Level 1
The surf zone can be an intimidating place at times. See this exciting environment through new eyes as you gain confidence and understanding of the dynamics at work. Learn to select a safe play zone, read water, and operate in the surf. This class emphasizes how to safely negotiate a surf break zone during launching and landing without getting surfed. Become skilled at holding position and moving within the surf zone with boat control and safety as the number one priority. This class is a great choice for people looking to try the surf for a first time or have not yet had formal instruction in the surf.
Coastal Kayak Fishing
Learn the fundamentals of fishing from a kayak. In this general “how-to” class we will cover gear selection and rigging, special paddling techniques used while fishing, angling strategy, safety & awareness, and tide/conditions management while targeting salmon in the nestucca river. Oregon fishing license required, fishing gear not provided. (fly, spinning, level wind, & hand line set ups welcome!)
Short boat surfing
Students should expect to learn proper techniques for safely operating in the surf zone with whitewater and surf specific kayaks. We will cover topics such as reading the surf, selecting a break, launching and landing on the beach, positioning in the group and on the wave, bracing and rolling, and surfing (forwards, side, and backwards, bottom turns, cutbacks, etc...) This class is fun for people who have a consistent roll in rough water.
Long boat surf skills
"Knowing how to negotiate the surf zone is an essential skill for sea kayaking at the Oregon Coast. This class emphasizes how to safely negotiate a surf break zone during launching and landing. This class is an intro to surfing waves in a sea kayak. It’s about moving within the zone with boat control and safety as the number one priority. This class is fun for students that already know how to brace and control their boats reasonably well."
Assorted open water Rescues
This half-day class is held on sheltered water and introduces deep-water rescue techniques for solo and group paddlers. The class covers techniques for solo re-entry of a kayak following a wet exit as well as assisted drain and re-enter rescues involving two or more paddlers. It also covers basic safety concerns and safety related features of sea kayaks and paddling equipment. This class is fun for anyone.
Understanding Boat Control and Design
Held on sheltered water, this class provides the student with a repertoire of useful strokes and boat maneuvers for different boat designs. The key cause and effect relationships involved in boat control are introduced and students learn to perform maneuvers safely and efficiently. This class is fun for anyone.
12:30 to 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm to 5 pm afternoon session
Nestucca River Mouth Tour: eddies, currents and waves
The Nestucca River drifts peacefully along the main event site just south of Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, then empties into the ocean resulting in the confluence of swift current, eddies, and waves. Enjoy the scenic flats along the river and challenge yourself down at the mouth of the Nestucca. This class is a great choice for any skill level.
Fear to Fun in the Surf Level 2
Continue the skills you learned in Fear to Fun in the Surf Level 1. Edging , bracing, split second decision making, in and out through the soup and reaching beyond the breakers. This class is a great choice for people looking to add a surf launching and landing skill set to their adventure resume.
Towing scenarios
Learn basic and advanced techniques for towing other people and boats using contact tows and tow lines. Master this essential skill for paddling with other people. This class is fun for anyone.
Wind Management
The class will be held in open water with windy conditions. You will discover how to apply all of your flat water strokes and maneuvers in a windy environment. You will learn how to make use of a skeg or rudder to balance your direction in a cross or down-wind scenario. You will gain experience paddling in head, side and following seas in complete control. This class if fun for people who already know how to maneuver their boats in calm conditions and can perform deep water assisted re-entries.
Understanding Boat Control and Design
Held on sheltered water, this class provides the student with a repertoire of useful strokes and boat maneuvers for different boat designs. The key cause and effect relationships involved in boat control are introduced and students learn to perform maneuvers safely and efficiently. This class is fun for anyone.
6 pm to 8 pm Dinner
8 pm to ?? Party, Video review of the day at the Pizza Parlor
Sunday:
6:00 am
Prepare to Take Your Lumps Yoga - An eclectic mix of Hatha, Vinyasa and Kundalini yoga lead by Jodi Wright. We will focus on calming your nerves and energizing your body in preparation for the exciting day ahead.
Please bring a yoga mat and a yoga block (large canned food can work).
6:30 am to 8 am Breakfast
10:00 am to 2:00 pm session
Fear to Fun in the Surf Level 2
Continue the skills you learned in Fear to Fun in the Surf Level 1. Edging , bracing, split second decision making, in and out through the soup and reaching beyond the breakers. This class is a great choice for people looking to add a surf launching and landing skill set to their adventure resume.
Coastal Kayak Fishing II
Pick up where Coastal Kayak Fishing 1 leaves off, and introduce yourself to fishing the ocean from a kayak. Our goal will be to fish for lingcod, rockfish, and cabezon at Three Rocks/Cascade Head (conditions permitting) and catch red rock crab at the river mouth. This class is perfect for anyone interested in supplementing their food supply on a multi-day sea kayak trip or fishing saltwater in general. Oregon fishing license/Shellfish license required. Fishing gear not provided.
(fly, spinning, level wind, & hand line set ups welcome!)
Cave Exploration
Take your rock gardening to the next level! Explore the bowels of the Oregon Coast by probing deep into some of the best sea caves in the area. Students should have good boat control and reliable rescue skills. A roll may come in handy too. This is one of the highest difficulty classes and would be a great choice for any experienced paddler looking to step up their game.
Tour to 3 Arch Rocks
Visible for miles up and down the coast, the allure of 3 Arch Rocks have long drawn sea kayakers out beyond the relative safety of the flat water found within Netartz Bay into the rough, demanding waters that surround these prominent sea stacks. Closed for much of the year due to migratory mammals, few people ever see these beautiful rock formations up close. This tour is fun for people confident in their rescue and boat control skills. A roll is not required but strongly recommended.
Boat Control Tour (Nestucca river & bay)
Take your boat control to the next level while enjoying a scenic and pleasurable tour around Nestucca Bay. This is a great flat water option for those folks that want to perfect their paddling in a very controlled and inviting environment. This tour is fun for anyone.
Long boat surfing (advanced)
Learn to shred in the long boat. Turn your favorite sea kayak into a surfing machine. We will be working on selecting a break, catching waves, controlling position on the wave, performing dynamic maneuvers while surfing and practicing surfing etiquette. A reliable roll and self rescue skills are required. This class is fun for someone that already paddles in the surf but wants to take their surfing skills to the next level.
NOTE: All classes are subject to weather and water conditions. We reserve the right to make changes to venues, schedules, instructors and students.
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