Revised 5/15/08

Events Schedule

Revised 5/15/08

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  • The events are rated by paddling ability/experience. Please refer to the CCPAC Paddling Safety Guidelines to determine your ability level. An event host/leader may deny participation of any paddler in their event, primarily due to safety concerns. Improving our skills requires pushing our limits, but we must know what our limits are, and be prepared for the unexpected.
  • CCPAC outings are intended for its members. Guests of members are welcome at the discretion of the outing host, and must sign a waiver of liability, and pay a $10 fee for each paddle they join.
  • Note: This year all outings will be classified in one of two categories: JSU (Just Show Up) or RSVP (call or e-mail the host beforehand to get specifics on place and time).
Date: Event Information:
Saturday May 31, 2008

Backcountry's Demo Day

Join Sandy and his team at Clinch Park from noon-4:00 pm. This is your opportunity to try out a variety of kayak brands, shapes and sizes. For more information please visit backcountrytc.com/_wsn/page4.html

Sunday June 1, 2008

CCPAC Spring Potluck

Gear swap and program! 4pm-8pm, Timber Ridge Resort. The program will feature Steve Largent from the Grand Traverse Conservation District. He will present to us new information on the health and wellfare of our beloved Boardman River. You don't want to miss this incredible presentation!
Saturday June 7, 2008

BOARDMAN RIVER CLEANSWEEP!

The Fourth Annual Boardman River CleanSweep (BCRS) will be held on Saturday, June 7, from 9am-2pm. This exciting annual river cleanup is done in conjunction with National River Cleanup Week, a nation-wide event. The BRCS even started with just a few members of CCPAC in 1999 and has grown to become one of the biggest community sponsored river cleanup events in the state of Michigan. Many public and private organizations participate and donate to make this event a success.

This will be a sweep-type cleanup with several separate crews starting at various locations on the river in boats and along the riverbanks and trails all happening simultaneously. Then we will all meet up for an appreciation picnic, raffle and prize giveaway at the end of the event.

Local businesses sponsor this event offering stupendous prizes for the raffle, materials and supplies for the picnic, and many different services making the event possible. Many volunteers will be kindly providing canoes and equipment for the participants who include the Kingsley High School Outdoor Adventure Club who have helped out each year. Trout Unlimited works on bank restorations to help fight erosion of the riverbanks. Governmental employees do cleanups on and around the riverbanks in the downtown section of the Boardman. Hiking clubs do river trail cleanups. Last year 80 people showed up to assist. Many were our tireless members of our very own CCPAC. And many others where community members who just wanted to be involved and give back to their community. There is no way to determine exactly how much debris was removed last year, but conservative estimates from 750-1000 pounds of trash!

Come along and help us make our Boardman River the cleanest and most beautiful in the state!

To volunteer, purchase raffle tickets or for more information, contact Norm Fred at (231) 947-2852.

YOU CAN HELP WITH THE
2008 BOARDMAN RIVER CLEANSWEEP!

  • Buy or sell raffle tickets
  • Round up more prize donations
  • Help with Registration
  • Take trash bags & debris to designated dumpsters
  • Be a shuttle driver
  • Help organize or serve at the picnic
  • Be part of the on-water crew
  • Pick up trash along the Conservation District Trails
June 20-22, 2008

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2nd Annual TRAILathlon and Outdoor Exploration

Celebrate the longest day of the year in Michigan’s Northwood's. This non-competitive event is designed for the entire family. They are bringing together the best in gear and instruction for a weekend of outdoor exploration and celebration or our favorite outdoor pursuits. Sports include: Hiking, cycling, paddling, rafting, ropes course, and geocaching. For more information please visit: Trailhead Magazine