Category: Announcement!

A few things

A few things we want to share with our membership:

  1. Name Tags ~ gentle reminder to wear your tag while paddling with the club.
    If you require a replacement, we will order one.
    Email Bett at info@oldsalts.com; the cost is $8.00
  2. Paint for the trailer:
    Does anyone have JOHN DEERE “Green” paint OR know where to get some. Frank is looking to do paint touchups obthe trailer and requires this specific paint.

    New Members         (especially)
  3. Please wear SAFE shoes while canoeing.
    As mentioned in EVERY BLOG post, flip flops and crocs are NOT considered appropriate canoe footwear.
    Your safety is our first priority.
    a) If you are unfamiliar with the strokes, terminology used, or require refreshers before your paddles, PLEASE visit The Blog landing page.
    Open RESOURCES.
    It lists Canoe Terminology and there are YouTube Videos with paddle strokes.b) SAFETY is our #1 Priority.
    Please remember this when you get into a canoe with another member.
    They trust you can handle your area in the canoe and are becoming more confident at each paddle. You are a TEAM of two on the water, please respect each other and work together to make it a fun day on the water.c) If you are having trouble reading the water, or do not understand a particular stroke, ASK your partner OR watch videos before you get into the canoe!!!! This must be important – they mentioned it twice.

    d) The Blog post will tell you the Leader to contact to register for said paddle. Anne is NOT always the one to contact for paddles.
    See example below (this will be in the blog post each time)
    “Please contact the Leader EMAIL:  @gmail.com OR PHONE: 519 to register for this trip. You will receive a confirmation email  to confirm your spot.
    If you don’t receive a confirmation by Monday night, please contact  the trip leader to make sure you are on the list.”

Condolences to the family of Derek Hitchens

We offer our sincere condolences on the passing of long time Old Salts member Derek Hitchens. 

Derek’s obituary was in The Record May 16 and on the Erb and Good website:
Erb & Good Funeral Home | Waterloo ON : https://erbgood.com

 

 

Tuesday Paddle: Nith River to Ayr

Date: Tuesday, May 21
 
Trip: Nith River- Ayr to Blenheim Rd (Silver Bridge)
Must have Intermediate training and strong paddling and river reading skills. 3-3 ½ hour paddle.
 
Leader: Anne Woolner
Tower: Frank Kuntz
 
Cost: $8 (no envelopes necessary)
 
Meet at the shed to leave @ 8:30
 
Trip Details:
This is a challenging and exciting paddle with some nice drops in water and some small rapids. 
Must have Intermediate training and strong paddling and river reading skills. 3-3 ½ hour paddle.
 
Car Pooling: Please make arrangements before we meet on Tuesday morning. 
If you carpool, please reimburse your driver ($5-10 would be appropriate for this trip). If you drive in a different car each way, please reimburse both drivers.
 
Reminder of what to bring:
Bring lunch, water, hat, sunscreen, PFD, and proper foot wear- no flipflops OR crocks.
Intermediate training is a must for this trip.
 
RSVP: Please contact
Email ~ Anne Woolner annewoolner@hotmail.com
Phone ~ 519-743-2277  to register for this trip.
You will receive a confirmation email  to confirm your spot. 
 
If you don’t receive a confirmation by Monday night, please contact  the trip leader to make sure you are on the list. 
 
If you change your mind or are unable to make it 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

Reminder: Paradise Lake Fun Day, June 11

Now that canoe training is finished, club members (especially our new ones!) should be sure to sign up for our popular FUN DAY taking place Tuesday, June 11, at Camp-Ki-Y on beautiful Paradise Lake (west of Waterl00). Directions to follow. 

Date & Time: Tuesday, June 11; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

We’ll be treated to breakfast on the waterfront deck, water games in canoes, time to paddle around the lake, a delightful lunch, and swimming after for those who wish.

Register by May 31: Send a $20.00 cheque, payable to Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club to: Dianne Wagner, 42 Adelaide Street, Linwood, ON   NOB 2AO  OR: Send an E-Transfer to Treasurer Pat Aiken at : treasurer@oldsaltsclub.com

 

May 14th Trip ~ Plan to join us

St. Jacob’s (Conestogo River) to Kaufman’s (Grand River)
 
Date: May 14
Trip: St. Jacob’s (Conestogo River) to Kaufman’s (Grand River)
Leader: Alberta & Mark
Tower: Steve Knapp
Cost: $8 (no envelopes necessary)
Meet at the shed to leave @ 8:30
Trip Details: This is an interesting trip weaving from St. Jacob’s down the Conestogo River, going under Northfield Drive and ending up at the Grand River just south of Conestogo.
You will pass by Grey Silo gold course on your way to Kaufman’s Flats (take out).
 
Training Level: Intermediate training is a must for this trip.
 
Carpooling: Please make car pooling arrangements before we meet on Tuesday morning. 
If you car pool, please reimburse your driver ($5 would be appropriate for this trip). If you drive in a different car each way, please reimburse both drivers.
Don’t Forget: Bring lunch, water, hat, sunscreen, PFD, and proper foot wear- no flipflops
 
Intermediate training is a must for this trip.
 
RSVP: Please contact  Alberta Piche (alp.ged.690@gmail.com  519-579-3551) to register for this trip.
You will receive a confirmation email  to confirm your spot.
If you don’t receive a confirmation by Monday night, please contact  the trip leader to make sure you are on the list.
If you change your mind or are unable to make it 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
Intermediate training is a must for this trip.

Sign up for Paradise Lake

Paradise Lake Annual Fun Day, June 11, 2024

New and returning members are encouraged to sign up for our popular “Annual Fun Day” taking place Tuesday, June 11, at Camp Ki-Wa-Y on beautiful Paradise Lake (west of Waterloo). We’ll be treated to breakfast on the waterfront deck, canoeing (refresher skills & fun games), a lasagna lunch, and free time for canoeing and swimming.

REGISTER by May 31: Send a $22.00 cheque, payable to Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club to: Dianne Wagner, 42 Adelaide Street, Linwood, ON.  NOB 2A0

Or:  Send an E-Transfer to Treasurer Pat Aiken at: treasurer@oldsaltsclub.com

 

Let the 2024 Canoe Season Begin!

Trip: Grand River: Inverhaugh–Kaufman Flats
Date: Thursday, May 9                                            

Leader: Frank/Anne;  Tower:Frank                              

For Experienced Paddlers Only- Must Have Intermediate training

COST: $8.00 (no envelopes necessary)                      

     Meet at the Canoe Shed, at Wing 4, to leave @ 8:30             

Trip Details: This is a longer paddle: 4-4 1/2 hours. There may be a high river flow, depending on the rain. You will have excellent views of the countryside and past 2 golf courses.

  •  Please make car pooling arrangements before we meet Thursday morning. 
  • If you carpool, 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, and proper foot wear- no flipflops!

Contact  (Anne Woolner annewoolner@hotmail.com )  (519-743-2277)  to register for this trip. You will receive a confirmation email  to confirm your spot. If you don’t receive a confirmation by Wednesday night, please contact  the trip leader to make sure you are on the list. If you change your mind or are unable to make it 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.

First Aid Training Opportunity

First Aid Training Opportunity

OSSCC has been given a grant for First Aid Training

If you are interested in registering for a First Aid course, see options below:
Basic first aide 7 CPR:
1.First Aid 4U- 2 day course- $135            
2. Red Cross Heart2Heart- online and 1 day of class- $127

 Upon completion of the course, submit your fees to our treasurer (treasurer@oldsaltsclub.com) for reimbursement.

Please inform Anne Woolner (annewoolner@hotmail.com) if you are planning to get qualified.

Thanks in advance for helping to keep our canoe club safe!

ALSO: Great news!  We are pleased to welcome Kathleen Barsoum to our OSSCC board in the role of secretary. Thanks Kathleen for volunteering!! Much appreciated!

Membership list

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 
Membership List- Updated May 22, 2024

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