This
summer you can take an evening kayak on the beautiful Wood River as
we enjoy one of the season's Full Moons; take an Introduction to
Kayaking course; or experience the magic of bioluminescent jellyfish on
a joint event to a salt pond.
Space is limited. All events require pre-registration
on-line at www.wpwa.org/events.php
or by calling 401-539-9017. See details for each event below.
There will be three Super Full Moons this
summer! Take advantage of them by joining WPWA on one of
our Full Moon paddles. The first will be held on Saturday, July 12 from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the WPWA Campus, 203 Arcadia Road, Hope
Valley, RI. Put your boat in the Wood River at the WPWA campus as
the sun sets and paddle back as the full moon rises over the
river.
Next we will visit the beautiful Queen's River for an
Almost Full Moon Paddle on Saturday, August 9, 2014 from 7 to 9 pm. We will launch from the historic Kenyon
Grist Mill and paddle upstream on the Glen Rock Reservoir into the
Queen River. On our return, participants will be treated to
Kenyon's famous Johnnycakes.
The last summer full moon paddle will leave from
the WPWA Campus again on Sunday, September 7, from 6:30 to 8:30. Late summer blossoms such as Cardinal
flowers, Joe-pye weed, and boneset will be in abundant.
During these delightful paddles we will be sure to see
dragonflies, damselflies, numerous birds and unique aquatic flowering
plants. These are all easy paddles, suitable for all
levels including beginners. The fee is $10 for WPWA members and
$20 for non-members. Bring your own boat or use one of WPWA's 9-foot
single person kayaks for an extra $10 for members or $15 for
non-members. Boats may be reserved when you register for the event.
If you have always wanted to learn to paddle a kayak, or
want to improve your skills, WPWA is offering an Introduction to Kayaking Course on Saturday, August 2, from 9 am to 6 pm. This course will cover basics such as
safety, clothing and gear, and paddle strokes. We will also
practice self-rescue techniques. Participants will come away from
the course with the confidence to paddle on ponds, lakes, and quiet
rivers. The fee is $40 for WPWA members; $50 for non-members, and
includes kayaks, paddles, and life jackets.
For a very special paddle event, WPWA, Salt Ponds
Coalition (SPC), and the Ninigret Wildlife Refuge will jointly sponsor
the Row and Glow Bioluminescent
Paddle on Thursday, August 22, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Because this event is so popular we've added a
second night. During warm summer months, comb jellyfish make
their way into the salt ponds. One of the most remarkable
characteristics of these small creatures is their ability to glow when
agitated. To experience this natural light show it must be dark with
calm water. Paddlers will be amazed by the colors emitted by the comb
jellies in the water with every stroke of their paddle. Be sure to
bring headlamps or flashlights. A limited number of single-person 9
foot kayaks are available through WPWA for an extra donation. The fee
is $10 for WPWA & SPC members and $20 for non-members. Bring your
own boat or use one of WPWA's 9-foot single person kayaks for an extra
$10 for members or $15 for non-members. Boats may be reserved when you
register for the event.
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