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Volunteer Week – A little note of Thanks

As Volunteer Week comes to a close.. this little birdie says THANK YOU 

As everyone knows NO club would be successful without those
tireless efforts from dedicated Volunteers.

We know the saying  “Many Hands Make Light Work!” 

Old Salt Canoe Club volunteers spend countless hours to make sure up front, things look amazing, while behind the scenes there are ^8#@ words and chuckles as they try to figure it out!!! 

Stop for a brief moment and join me to  Thank them!!

Every time you receive an email, phone call, blog post, and more,
it came from a volunteer in this club. 
To name a few Committees: the training team, ‘canoe routes searching/planning folks, trip organizers – trip leaders and towers, Social committee, the Membership magician, the clean up crew,  and of course the Board members.

If I have missed a few of you  (oops) 
THANK YOU to you too. 

PARADISE LAKE ANNUAL FUN DAY (test 1 2 3)

Camp Ki-Wa-Y

PARADISE LAKE FUN DAY!!!

With canoe training well underway, it’s time to think about putting those newly acquired skills to use—in a fun way! 

Register for our popular FUN DAY, taking place TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. (approx.)

 at Camp Ki-Wa-Y on beautiful Paradise Lake (west of Waterloo)

Directions to follow.

Start the day on the deck with a continental breakfast of coffee, muffins, and fruit

Amble down to the beautiful private dock where we’ll be fitted out with paddles, partners, & canoes. Bring your PFD and sunscreen! 

Participate in games on the water and enjoy some free paddling time around this enchanting little lake.

Enjoy a lunch of meatball subs on brioche buns, salads, veggie sticks, and a dessert. Option for vegetarian lunch must be indicated in advance.

*For those who would like to take advantage of the opportunity to swim after lunch, bring bathing suit & a change of clothing.

REGISTER by May 31  $35.00 per person to be paid to: 

 Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club (cash, cheque, or E-Transfer)

 

 

 

 

LET THE SEASON BEGIN!

Our First Trip of the 2025 Season!!!

Date: Tuesday, May 6
Trip: Conestoga River to Kaufman Flats (Grand River)

Leader: Anne Woolner
Tower: Frank Kuntz

Intermediate Training Required for this paddle!

Cost: $8 (no envelopes required)

Meet at the Shed to leave @ 8:30 a.m.

Trip Details: 
This is an interesting paddle, weaving from St. Jacobs, through the countryside, and meeting the Grand River. There are some low areas, rapids, drops, and waves. It is a challenging paddle. This trip may have to be changed if the water flow is too low. 

Carpooling:
Should you choose to carpool, please make arrangements before we meet Tuesday morning.
If you carpool, please reimburse your driver ($5 would be appropriate for this trip.) If you drive in a different car each way, please reimburse both drivers.

Bring:
lunch, water, hat, sunscreen, PFD, & proper footwear
(NO flipflops or crocs!)
*Emergency Contact Card—and tell your paddling partner where it is!

Register for Trip:
Contact Anne Woolner to register, advising if you paddle stern or bow.
Email: annewoolner@hotmail.com
Phone: 519-743-2277
You will receive an email to confirm your registration.
If you don’t receive a confirmation email by Monday night, contact the Trip Leader to ensure you’re on the list. 
If you change your mind, or are unable to paddle for some reason, please let the Trip Leader know asap as this will affect number of canoes required, partners etc.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL THE MORNING OF THE TRIP IN CASE OF CANCELLATION

 

 

Tentative Trip Schedule 2025—OSSCC Blog

 

For your planning purposes, there will also be blogs posted weekly with details of each canoe trip. These blogs will include everything you need to know, such as meeting place and time, trip leader contact information, fees, what you need to bring, etc.

The blog will come to your email inbox. Have you added info@oldsaltsclub.com to our email contact list? 

It will also be posted on the OSSCC website on the Welcome to Our Blog page — on the sidebar with listings of other blogs. It will remain there in the event you lose your email! 

You will find the Trip Schedule Here:

OSSCC Canoe Trip Schedule 2025

Please refer to the Trip Schedule regularly. Specific trips may change due to issues such as weather, availability of trip leaders & towers, river levels, and such. 

 

 

PARADISE LAKE ANNUAL FUN DAY

Camp Ki-Wa-Y

PARADISE LAKE FUN DAY!!!

With canoe training well underway, it’s time to think about putting those newly acquired skills to use—in a fun way! 

Register for our popular FUN DAY, taking place TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. (approx.)

 at Camp Ki-Wa-Y on beautiful Paradise Lake (west of Waterloo)

Directions to follow.

Start the day on the deck with a continental breakfast of coffee, muffins, and fruit

Amble down to the beautiful private dock where we’ll be fitted out with paddles, partners, & canoes. Bring your PFD and sunscreen! 

Participate in games on the water and enjoy some free paddling time around this enchanting little lake.

Enjoy a lunch of meatball subs on brioche buns, salads, veggie sticks, and a dessert. Option for vegetarian lunch must be indicated in advance.

*For those who would like to take advantage of the opportunity to swim after lunch, bring bathing suit & a change of clothing.

REGISTER by May 31  $35.00 per person to be paid to: 

 Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club (cash, cheque, or E-Transfer)

 

 

 

 

REMINDER: GUIDED WALKING TOUR DOWNTOWN GALT— still openings!

 
 
 
Discover the Natural and Cultural History of the Grand River in downtown Galt
 
 
WHAT: Historical Walking Tour
 
WHERE: Along the Grand River, a Canadian Heritage River     (1994) between Parkhill Dam and Concession Street Bridge. 
 
WHEN:   Thursday, May 15 (rain date May 22)
 
TIME:  10 a.m. start (approximately 90 minutes duration, followed by lunch)
 
TOUR LEADER: Warren Stauch.
Warren, a lifelong resident of Waterloo Region, is a retired high school Geography teacher who has been heavily involved in the local heritage of Waterloo Region since 1966.  
 
FEE:  $5.00 cash honorarium per person paid to Warren at the start of the walk
 
Of the 20 maximum, there are now 8 openings—available to members until May 2, then to guests.
 
Email Janet Smith janetjanetjanet1960@gmail.com by May 2, to register yourself or with a guest name.
 
Parking and Lunch Details will be sent to registrants.
 
 
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Welcome Old Salts—New and Returning!

Membership Bits & Pieces!

The OSSCC Board members would like to extend a big welcome to all our new and returning members! Once training is done, we hope to see you out on our trips and get to know you.

Blog vs Website

Just to clarify a few misconceptions, the OSSCC website is our place on the internet; it’s open to everyone and offers a glimpse of what we are all about.  The Blog  is exclusive to our membership— to use as a communication and information hub. Sometime the two are confused, but each has a specific purpose, so why not check them both out!
Website: http://www.oldsaltsclub.com/
Blog: https://oldsaltsclub.com/wp/

To find out more about the Blog and how to navigate it, click on this {link}.

Canoeing Resources

We have compiled resources our members can use to make their canoeing experiences enjoyable and safe.
What to do on Canoe Day
What to Bring on a Canoe Excursion
Know Your Strokes – diagrams & videos
Canoeing Terminology

UPDATED Canoe Trip Schedule coming soon

Trip Organizers

Thanks to all who volunteer to help organize trips. It is greatly appreciated. The Trip Organizing section of the blog offers detailed resources that are helpful to anyone organizing a trip. Please contact Anne Woolner  at annewoolner@hotmail.com or 519-743-2277 for assistance. See {Trip Organizing}

Trip Protocols

You’ll find Trip Protocols (and a wealth of other information) in the Handbook and Club Rules, on the blog in the dropdown menu under the Resources heading and again under Printables. Starting on page 14, there is information on topics such Meeting Times, Last minute Trip Changes/Cancellations, On the River, What to Do on Canoe Day—and more! See Handbook  for “Trip Protocols” Here

Membership List

The 1st version of the 2025 Membership List has been posted. Please check to see if your information is correct. If not, please let us know by emailing info@oldsaltsclub.com.  

 

Membership List for 2025

Hello members

Attached is the current membership list.
We ask that you do NOT share this list as it contains personal information about our members.
 
 Membership List 
OSSCC ’25 Membership List

Please check: 
1. Spelling of your name and address
2. Are your phone numbers accurate
3. Is your email address correct
If there are changes, please email   info@oldsaltsclub.com 

Canadian Canoe Museum Bus Trip #2

 

 Background:                                                                                                       The Canadian Canoe Museum (CCM), named one of the best Cultural Spots on National Geographic’s Best of the World 2024, is home to the world’s largest collection of canoes, kayaks, and paddled watercraft. Each canoe holds a story that when put together, collectively tells the history of Canada. The museum’s two-storey, 65,000 square foot, building is a purpose-built facility that houses the collection and activities, helping to preserve history through display, restoration, and appreciation of the canoe. The five-acre site provides stunning west-facing views of Little Lake, a connection to the Trans Canada Trail, and is surrounded by public parks. 

If time allows, there’ll be an optional hike around the grounds.
The CCM contains a self-guided exhibition along with a merchandise store and cafe. 
 
Where: 2077 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough, Ontario
 
Bus transportation: The Great Canadian Holidays & Coaches (Bus contains comfortable seats, storage, washroom, and wifi services)
 
When: Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
 
Time: Departure at 8:00 am at the RCAF Wing 404, 510 Dutton Dr., Waterloo
          Return at 5:00 pm
 
Organizer: Michael De Andrade
 
Cost: $74.72 per person (includes bus and entrance fee into museum).
 
Minimum of 40 pre-paid registrants required, otherwise trip will be cancelled.
 
OPEN TO OSSCC MEMBERS, FRIENDS, & FAMILY. 
This trip is also open to Ancient Mariners Canoe Club and Waterloo Wellington Canoe and Kayak Club members, plus guests.         Note: no minors under the age of 18 permitted.
 
Register with name(s) by APRIL 4 to Janet Smith janetjanetjanet1960@gmail.com
 
Payment due by APRIL 11. Cheques preferred. Mail to Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club, 55 Northfield Dr. East, Suite 242, Waterloo, ON N2K 3T6
OR  E-Transfer to treasurer@oldsaltsclub.com (include full name and email address in the event of a refund)