REMINDER: Membership Forms/Fees…….

Thanks to everyone who have sent in their forms and fees for this season, in spite of the uncertainty of the COVID-19 crisis. It is much appreciated as we try to get the membership list updated so everyone can keep in touch while we wait out the the social distancing mandate.

Also, thanks to all of you who let us know you would be renewing your membership. We thank you for your response and support for our Club. Could you please send in your forms and fees as soon as you can (May 1st at the latest)so we can finally complete the membership list for the season.  Fees are still $40 per person and each member must complete a form. See “Latest Updates Due to COVID-19” for the most recent updates and where to send forms.

Please note that training has been cancelled for this season, so anyone who has submitted training fees will get a refund or their cheque returned.

If you don’t have access to a printer, please let us know and a membership form will be mailed to you. You can find the link to the form here: 2020 Membership Renewal Form
or here:
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In case you missed it, please note that our canoe trips have all been cancelled for the month of May. See: Latest Updates Due to COVID-19

Newly updated Membership List, Version 4


For those of you who can’t wait to get out on the water and enjoy some fresh air, camraderie, and fun, here is a glimpse of what we have to look forward to:

Trip Videos 2019 (all in one place)

**PLEASE READ!** {Membership Drive} March 19th!!

Hello all,

Spring is just around the corner and the Membership Drive is coming up fast! Be sure to mark your calendars.  An agenda will be sent out closer to the date.

If you know of anyone who might want to join or rejoin the club, ask them to contact info@oldsaltsclub.com to get  on our mailing list! Membership information will be sent to them!


Membership Registration forms

Although registration forms will be available at the drive, anyone who either can’t make it to the drive or wishes to fill out the forms ahead of time can find the membership renewal form here. (on the Blog under “Club Documents {Printable}) New members will be able to find the membership form here. (Web page).

      1. Please return forms & fees by April 1st if possible (April 15th at the latest) so that the membership list can be compiled as early as possible and blog access can be updated.
        (Deadline for new members is April 1st as Dryland Training starts April 2nd)
      2. Complete the form in full. Please note that both page 1 (membership) and page 2 (club waiver) need to be signed to be complete! (Last year’s forms have been destroyed as per our Privacy Policy)
      3. Volunteer! All members are encouraged to volunteer for something to contribute to the club. (You will be called upon as needed) If you are already volunteering for something, please indicate so on the form as we do not assume that what you did last year is what you are doing this year. Volunteers are a valuable component of our club that keeps it running smoothly and contributes to our success. New faces are always welcomed, encouraged and appreciated.

handbook and rules

The final version of the club Handbook & Rules is  complete and can be viewed here  on the blog under “Club Documents {Printable}“. Printed copies will be available at the Membership Drive for $10 per copy. Proceeds from the sale of the club Handbook & Rules will go towards the “Shed Relocation Project”.

If you want, you can either print it yourself with your home printer, or purchase a collated hard copy at the drive.  This book is a compilation of club rules, operating procedures, stroke and canoeing review, safety, By-laws & Constitution, previous unwritten rules, etc. that is referred to in the club waiver that you sign with the registration form. Take a look…it has lots of information that was previously undocumented!

training

Members will also be able to sign up for training at the drive.  Anyone who hasn’t taken the required training in a while, particularly the intermediate or refresher courses, might want to sign up and brush up their skills.  Our new trainer, Beth Jones, is very experienced and knowledgeable and has lots of new insights to offer.  There is always something new to learn, particularly if you want to participate safely in some of our more challenging trips planned for this year where more advanced skills are required. You will find the costs on the membership form.
2020 Trip  & Training Schedule can be found here 
Training details can be found here

EMERGENCY CONTACT cARD

Just a reminder that everyone is required to have a completed “Emergency Contact Card” on them for club excursions.  If you don’t have one or need a new one because your information has changed, you can pick one up at the Membership Drive or print one from here.

BOndi

Our annual Bondi Retreat has been a tradition with the club for a long time. Unfortunately, the last two retreats were cancelled due to lack of interest. If anyone is interested in resurrecting the Fall Retreat, please show your interest by coming forward and signing up at the Membership Drive.

Social Events

Although the purpose of our Membership Drive is to sign up new and returning members, we do have have a social component where members can come out of hibernation to meet and greet fellow members and welcome new members to the club. The social committee will be providing refreshments!

Let season 2020 begin!!

Board Members

Tuesday Walk: Jan 7th, 2020

The proposed walk for Tuesday, January 7 is at Huron Natural Area Park, 801 Trillium Dr. Kitchener (see attached maps).

Meet Pina in the parking lot of Huron Park at 9:50 a.m.

At present the forecast for Tuesday is cloudy with a chance of flurries, high temp. 1C.

Make sure you check your email on Monday night and early Tuesday morning in case of change of location or cancellation due to bad weather.

Please be aware that the ground could have some snow or ice….mud, or even grass (we never know with this weather!).  Bring walking sticks and safe hiking shoes.

The hike around the park perimeter is approximately 5 km.  with hilly sections.  There is also a shorter trail for those who prefer an easier hike.

Happy Hiking in 2020

 

Pina (519-893-9249)

 

If you like to check information about this park see the site below

 

https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g181747-d8506405-Reviews-Huron_Natural_Area-Kitchener_Region_of_Waterloo_Ontario.html

 

 

 

WALK ON TUES

We will meet at 404 at 9:30 and proceed to Pioneer Park Church of God at 11 Old Carriage Drive. If coming from Waterloo, proceed on Homer Watson Boulevard. Turn right at Pioneer Drive, and take a left immediately after the Plaxa. There is a Tim’s right on the corner.
Merry Christmas and have a healthy and Prospeous 2020
Bill Cutler (contact for any further details)

LAST CALL FOR WINTER BONDI TRIP {Additional Participants Needed!!!!!}

The fun winter trip to the rustic Bondi Resort lodge near Algonquin Park, is in jeopardy!

Tentatively planned for February 3rd – February 7th, our group requires several more people to commit to going – in the coming few days – in order to hold our reservation of the main lodge and make this trip come to fruition.

This Winter Bondi trip is open to all members, spouses/partners, adult family members, and friends.

Winter outdoor activities may include some of: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, dogsledding, and skating through a provincial park forest. (Each day you decide how active you’d like to be.)

Cost: $276. 64 per person

Anyone interested in joining us, please contact Mark as soon as possible. (A verbal commitment only is requested before our club’s Christmas party/dinner.)

Trip payments (by cheque) can be made at the Christmas party/dinner, on Dec. 10th.

Any questions?   Contact:    Mark           Phone:  519-651-3186
                                                                              Email:   zelinkamd@gmail.com

DECORATING AT WING 404 {Nov 19th}

Hello all,

Just a reminder about Christmas decorating at Wing 404 on Tues. Nov 19th any time after 12:30. Please note that the doors may be locked and won’t open before then as Wing 404 staff will be off at lunch.

We have also been informed about safety rules that City of Waterloo staff are required to adhere to so that all their facilities are safe for their clients, including us. What that means is that we can’t climb on chairs or ladders.  However, for this particular event, we have been told that we can use ladders or 2-step ladders provided that they are supported on either side by someone else for added stability.

Wing 404 staff are very supportive of our efforts to add bling to the wing for the Christmas season and look forward to seeing you there!

Hiking Anyone? Let’s Keep Moving!!

At the AGM we discussed hiking during the months we are not canoeing. If you wish to hike, meet at the 404 on Tuesdays at 9:30 am.  The leader stated below on the schedule will then direct you to the trail chosen for that Tuesday. Prior to each Tuesday there will be a post on the Blog where the hike will begin. If you have questions, contact the leader of the hike.

Please check your email each Tuesday morning in case of cancellation due to inclement weather. If the leader needs to cancel Tuesday morning, the leader will call Carol Marion to ensure she receives the information in time to post on the Blog.  Again, if you are unsure whether the hike is cancelled or not (if you don’t have access to the blog), contact the leader of the hike listed below. Phone numbers can be found on the membership list.

The following is the schedule for November and December. There will be a new schedule posted for 2020.  Stay tuned…….

Happy Hiking!

November 5th – Geocaching (no hike)
November 12th – Pina Tenti
November 19th – Pat Aiken
November 26th – Val Haiser
December 3rd – Susan McEwen
December 10 – Christmas Dinner (no hike)
December 17 – Bill Cutler

For your convenience, this page is printable for future reference. Just click on the “print” icon. [print-me]

RECAP OF AGM {In Case You Missed it}

If you weren’t able to make the AGM yesterday, here is a recap so you can stay up to speed on what is happening with the club! Please log in as this is a long one 🙂


The Minutes of Oct. 1th 2018 and the Financial Statement of our last fiscal year were presented and approved. You can find them here.

Elections were held. Slate of Officers were accepted and acclaimed.  There were no nominations from the floor.  The Board is as follows:

President: Eugene Marion
Vice President: Mark Zelinka
Secretary: Pat Kalyn
Treasurer: Alberta Piche
Membership: Bill Cutler
Equipment: Armand Martin
Training: Lynn Warmington
Social: Pam Krokoszynski / Brenda Welch
Scheduling: Anne Woolner
Safety: Larry Martin
Senior Advisor: Denise Newell
Web Admin: Carol Marion

  YEAR END REVIEW – PRESIDENT (Eugene Marion)

  1. Congratulations were extended to the newly elected board as well as a big thank you to Dianne Wagner who stepped down after years of serving on the board as our Scheduling Chair.
  2.  Remembered former members of the board  who passed this year for their years of service: Kathy Wolfe, Paul Eckmier, Murray Pope.
  3. 2019 Canoe Trip Review
    • Trips were well attended with lots of positive reaction
    • Easy Breezy trips need trip organizers and towers to continue (there is a detailed section on the blog to assist trip organizers plan trips.  You can find it here.)  Please consider volunteering!!
  4. Annual Canoe Clean-up Day (see here for details) – Oct. 22nd (rain date – Oct 23ds)
  5. Walking group revival – volunteers have come forward to revive the Tuesday morning walks. If anyone is interested, either leave a comment below this post in “Leave a Reply“, or email info@oldsaltsclub.com

WEB SITE & BLOG UPDATE – WEB ADMIN (Carol Marion)

Check out this blog post for a complete synopsis on what was presented at the meeting! It answers the question of “Why should I log into the blog? The email told me what I want to know.”

There are still some photo slide shows from our canoe trips and events to be posted, so stay tuned.  Thanks to everyone who have sent photos in.

SOCIAL EVENTS – SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIR (Pam Krokoszynski)

  1. Reviewed years events, including mini-golf, Paradise Lake, bowling, etc. all of which were well attended and lots of fun!
  2. Reminder of upcoming events:

BONDI REPORT – Mark Zelinka/Chris Sheppard

  1. Fall Bondi 2019 – was cancelled due to lack of interest and no organizer
  2. Winter Bondi 2020 – Mark has volunteered to lead this trip, but needs help.
    • Anyone who is interested in attending this wonderful trip should either indicate below in the “Leave a Reply” section below this blog post, or email info@oldsaltsclub.com to let us know
    • Mark spoke about the 2019 Winter Bondi and showed some photos. Looks like a great time!
  3.  Fall Bondi 2020 – presentation by Chris Sheppard
    • Chris presented slide presentation of past trips and the resort facilities
    •  Volunteer trip organizers required!!!
    • If anyone is interested in either organizing or wanting to attend, indicate so below in the “Leave a Reply” section below this blog post, or email info@oldsaltsclub.com to let us know
    • There will be a “job” description of what needs to be done by trip organizers that will be posted on the blog shortly.  Thanks to Chris for putting this together!

OTHER CANOE TRIPS NOT ON THE SCHEDULE – Lynn Warmington

Lynn Warmington and fellow canoeists/campers, presented a slide show of their fall canoe/camping trip to Barron Canyon in Algonquin park.

Question: Should trips like this be part of our schedule like Bondi or instead of Bondi?  Thoughts? Indicate what you think below in the “Leave a Reply” section below this blog post to start a dialogue!