A lot of canoe related opportunities are happening in April and May including several exciting early season trips and two classes: Essentials of Canoeing, and RMCC Rigging and Packing. For more detailed information about each event, see RMCC’s calendar of events at k5k.c0b.myftpupload.com. Also check out the many trips listed June through October.
South Platte: Brighton to Ft Lupton
April 7, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
A beginner friendly 9 mile river trip lined with cotton woods and hosting numerous birds and other wildlife. Sign up by emailing trip coordinator Mat Bozek at matbozekx@gmail.com.
Essentials of Canoeing: flatwater and moving water
April 28-29
A day and a half class covering all of the basics of negotiating both flat and moving water. Cost is $40 for the both days or $25 for just the flatwater class. Space is limited and filling fast so contact Lynne Carpenter at lynnecarpenter@gmail.com for further information or to register.
Mcintosh Lake, Longmont
May 5, 9:30 am
Join RMCC for a day of paddling at the City of Longmont’s McIntosh Lake with a spectacular view of Longs Peak. Be at the boat ramp by 9:30 am. To sign up contact trip coordinator Anne Fiore at anne_fiore@yahoo.com.
RMCC Rigging and Packing Class
May 5, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Learn how to set up and pack your canoe for weekend and multi-day camping trips. This is a dry land exercise taught in Boulder by Bill Ashworth. Contact Bill at washwort@gmail.com or 720-352-6465 to register.
White River, near Meeker
May 11-13
This 3 day, 2 night trip winds through beautiful canyons and peaceful pasture lands. This is a solid class II run with tight corners and the need to maneuver your canoe around strainers. To sign up contact trip coordinator Mat Bozek at matbozekx@gmail.com.
Niobrara River, Memorial Day weekend
May 26-28
An easy family friendly, class I run down a beautiful stretch of one of America’s premier scenic heritage waterways where you will see many waterfalls, birds and other wildlife, hardwood forests and the resident buffalo herd. Contact Kathryn Mutz at Kathryn.mutz@colorado.edu or 303-499-1092.
Pool Practice at Meyers Pool
April 15, April 22, and May 6, 10:00-1:00
There are only 3 more open pool sessions at George J. Meyers swimming pool, 7900 Carr Drive in Arvada, for canoes, sea kayaks, and stand up paddle boards. The entry fee is $10 per person. This is a great place to hone old skills while learning new ones in a warm, safe environment. There is no registration necessary, drop in anytime between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.