The Grande Cache Wild River Rendezvous 2012, June 8-9-10
Registration at the Grande Cache Hotel front desk. 780-827-3377
www.grandecachehotel.com
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3 Rivers Whitewater Rendezvous - May 18-21, 2012
The registration is now open for the 3 Rivers Whitewater Rendezvous down here in Pincher Creek – May 18-21. https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=3059
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EWP Provincial Recreational Tournament
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Great preparation for the upcoming Alberta Summer Games your younger players will have a chance to work together as a team. To register for the event, go to http://albertacanoepolo.com/node/67
This event also offers a Basic Ref Course where you will get the basic refereeing knowledge, a manual and some practical experience during the tournament while being shadowed by an experienced ref. Successful candidates will receive their Basic Referee Certificate. To register for the ref course, go to http://albertacanoepolo.com/node/67
For more information or questions, contact Dale O'Brien at Dale [at] AlbertaCanoePolo [dot] com or 780-982-1315 Please inform your club members and see you all there!
Suprising Results at the National Team Trials
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Home Town Throwdown- Hero Wave, Trail wave
Saturday, April 21, 2012, 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm
We kick things off at the classic kootenay play spot; Trail Wave/Hero Hole. Located in Trail BC near the Waneta plaza at a good fishing hole the locals call Rock Island. Almost every year in April and October the Columbia River is low enough to accommodate the super surfing spot. The Hometown Throwdown series is a friendly event geared towards the promotion of fun in whitewater in a relaxed competition. Come on out this Saturday April 21, competition starts at 2:00 pm. Prizes to be won!!!
Call (250) 304-7569 for more info, online registration coming soon! Facebook Page
Deadline for Development Initiative Program – May 1 – Athlete Support
There was a change this year in the DIP program for athletes by ASRPWF. The Government has decided to provide only 1 DIP grant of $1,500 in an athlete's career. Athletes used to get $1,000 per year for up to 3 years, but that has been cut down to a one time grant.
This is unfortunate for athletes who have not used the program before to its potential. The good news is that athletes who have already received 1, 2 or 3 DIP grants in the past can apply for the 1 time $1,500 grant even if they maxed it out before.
Each athlete that applies for a DIP grant will require a letter of support from the AWA. We are happy to supply such a letter for qualified candidates. Last year the AWA set some policy guidelines for DIP grants.
- athletes must be members in good standing with the AWA
- athletes must use the grant to support travel out of Canada to an international competition
- athletes must be 15 years of age or older
- athletes must be in the Training to Compete stage (Pursuit of Excellence) of the CKC-Whitewater LTAD program
- athletes must have a letter of support from the provincial or national coach
The next deadline for applications is May 1. Application guidelines and forms can be downloaded from this website.
http://www.asrpwf.ca/grant-funding-programs/development-initiatives-program.aspx
Send a copy of your proposal to the AWA for us to process your request for support by April 27th
Canadian National Junior Team Trials - May 26/27 - Kananaskis, AB
http://albertaslalom.blogspot.ca/2012/03/2012-canadian-national-junior-team.html
Save the date! - May 26/27, 2012
Judges and other Volunteers needed - Be a part of sending our athletes to the Junior World Championships - Contact Lynn - ljkayaker@shaw.ca
Registration live March 19th
Event website
http://www.albertawhitewater.ca/asck/jrntt2012/index.htm
Call for Volunteers
This spring the Alberta Slalom Canoe Kayak Association is hosting the Canadian Junior National Slalom Team Trials May 26-27 at Canoe Meadows on the Kananaskis River. This event will be the testing ground for the selection of the Canadian team that will attend the Junior World Championships in Wasau, Wisconsin this year. To make this event a reality and to host Canada’s elite paddlers in true Alberta style, we need to have some support from our paddling community and parents.
Specifically we are looking for individuals to help with the following tasks over the 2 days.
- Gate Judges
- Timers
- Recorders
- Rescue Boaters
- Facility Construction and Maintenance
- Refreshment and Lunch providers
- Doping Control Centre observers
- Registration table and Results posting
- Campground manager
- Boat Marshalls
- Equipment managers
If you or anyone you know can volunteer for a day or the weekend to assist us put on a great event for these up and coming athletes, please contact:
Chuck Lee, Executive Director, 403-628-2336 admin@albertawhitewater.ca
Kayak Jasper
Looking to fill spots at the Alberta Summer Games.... read more>
2012 AWA Membership
All new for 2012.... read more>
Summer Kayak Instructors/Coaches
The Alberta Whitewater Association, Alberta Slalom Canoe Kayak and our kayak clubs are inviting applications for qualified and experienced paddlers to teach and coach kayaking in Alberta this summer. We are hiring 12 staff this year to work in Grande Prairie, Edmonton, Jasper, Canmore/Banff, Sundre, Innisfail, Calgary and Pincher Creek. Start dates vary from May 1 - June 30 and run through to September 3.
Instructors/Coaches will possess certifications in NCCP River Instructor 2, First Aid and CPR, Swiftwater Rescue and Drivers License. Some upgrading will be provided during orientation week. Local travel and provincial travel is required. Instructors/Coaches will have a roadworthy vehicle capable of pulling a small boat trailer, mileage will be compensated. Experience in slalom racing, working with youth, developing and promoting programs, and logistical management are an asset.
Rate of pay - $13.00 - $16.50/hour depending on experience. Flexible schedule working around program needs including evenings and weekends is required. Average work week of 40 hrs/week over the summer.
Download job description in ms word format. Submit your resume including your certifications, teaching and coaching experience, trip logbook and a covering letter to:
Chuck Lee, Executive Director, AWA, admin@albertawhitewater.ca 403-628-2336
Alberta Summer Games Zone Reps
Download as a xls file.
Pat Keller's Open Letter
“One of the World’s pre-eminent extreme boaters - Pat Kellar - speaks out on Hucking and River Respect”.
Caution urged near Bow River weir in Calgary - Area remains closed until 2012, June 24, 2011
Calgary...With the warmer weather, the Government of Alberta is reminding all users of the Bow River about the danger of swimming or boating around the construction site of the new weir, known as Harvie Passage, in Calgary.
The construction zone's restricted area extends from the boom upstream of the weir to about 500 meters downstream of the weir. No trespassing is allowed within this area; users must exit the river before the boom and portage around the closed area. To ensure public safety the restricted area is clearly marked and users may be charged if found trespassing in the closed area.
The weir is expected to be open for recreational use in 2012. The new works are intended to make the river safer and include a series of rock rapids downstream of the original weir and modifications to the weir itself. Once complete, these rapids will be safe to canoe or float through, though users should always exercise caution in the river. Calgarians may see boats and other equipment in the construction zone, but the area remains closed to the public.
Media inquiries may be directed to:
Kevin Brown
Communications
Alberta Environment
780-427-6267
To call toll free within Alberta dial 310-0000.
AWA response to the Lower Kananaskis Redevelopment Proposal
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Lower Kananaskis River area redevelopment plan
The Lower Kananaskis River area is a popular day use destination, and is recognized for its river-based recreational opportunities. There are four facility nodes within this planning area – Canoe Meadows, Barrier Lake Visitor Information Centre, Widowmaker and Barrier Dam.
The draft redevelopment proposal has been prepared to help address issues related to the increasing recreational use of the area, while minimizing any adverse impacts on the Lower Kananaskis River watershed and area wildlife. The key objectives of the proposal include reducing congestion at day use sites; improving river access for recreational users; increasing camping opportunities; and enhancing the Canoe Meadows site to accommodate special events, river recreation, and to act as a multi-function camping area.
Information on the proposal, and instructions for providing written or online comments are available at http://www.tpr.alberta.ca/parks/consult/consultations/LKR/
The consultation period for this proposal will start on February 25, 2011 and close on April 25, 2011. The website will be updated once all comments have been considered and a decision has been made. Please check back after April 25, 2011 for updates.
In addition to public feedback gathered during this comment period, site management efficiency, cost effectiveness and public safety will be key considerations in making a final decision on the proposal. |
