Thanks to Michael, we have some AMAZING Photos
from our Big Creek Paddle.
(This is the 2nd post, 1st one did not go out to members via mail poet, apologies if it was double posted for you)
Category: Blog Post
Tuesday, October 1st “Social Event”
Annual Mini-golf Tournament
(update: please reply to Janet Smith if attending)
Date/Time: Tues. Oct.1 at 10:00am
Location: Market Sports ( 800 King Street North, Waterloo, N2J 4G8)
Formerly known as Max Golf (our previous mini-golf location)
Cost: Tax included – Over 65 $12.37 and Under 65 $14.53
Partners or friends are welcome to join
RSVP: Please let Janet Smith know if you’ll be coming, including names of partners/friends. Email: janetjanetjanet1960@gmail.com
NO talent necessary
We divide into teams for some friendly competition.
Optional lunch after at East Side Marios
As Brenda likes to say ‘There may be prizes!
Big Creek Paddle
Thanks to Michael, we have some AMAZING Photos from our Big Creek Paddle yesterday.
AGM Elections
Gentle Reminder:
If you want Old Salt Sr. Canoe Club to continue, we require volunteers.
These three positions will be vacant for 2025 canoe season.
1. Training Coordinator. This position can be shared by two people.
2. Treasurer
3. Membership Coordinator in Training ~ Blog/Web Assistant
Contact:
If interested, or require more information, please reach out to OSSCC President: Bruce Williams brucewms@yahoo.com
AGM: Wednesday, October 17th, 2024 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Address: RIM Park – 2001 University Avenue E, Waterloo, ON
Room for Meeting: Forbes Room
(same place as the 2024 Membership meeting was held)
Club Event Reminders:
For your convenience …One page filled with reminders.
September 24th ~ Annual Regatta at Laurel Creek Conservation Area
September 26th ~ Annual Canoe Cleanup at 11am at Frank’s home.
(there may be drinks!)
October 1st ~ Mini-golf at Market Sports
(there may be prizes)
October 17th ~ AGM at RIM Park.
Positions Vacant: Treasurer, Training Co-ordinator, Blog/computer support
October 22nd ~ Car Rally
December 3rd~ Annual Christmas Luncheon at Schmitzville Restaurant.
The event is on a TUESDAY (final answer)
There will be blog posts outlining events, if not already posted.
Look for them in the upcoming days.
Upcoming events:
For your convenience …One page filled with reminders.
September 24th ~ Annual Regatta at Laurel Creek Conservation Area
September 26th ~ Annual Canoe Cleanup at 11am at Frank’s home.
October 1st ~ Mini-golf at Market Sports(and there may be prizes)
October 17th ~ AGM at RIM Park.
Positions Vacant: Treasurer, Training Co-ordinator, Blog/computer support
October 22nd ~ Car Rally
December 3rd~ Annual Christmas Luncheon at Schmitzville Restaurant.
There will be blog posts outlining events, if not already posted.
Look for them in the upcoming days.
First Aid Training Opportunity
Another reminder, this opportunity IS still available to our club members.
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!
Social Events:
Save the Date! Don’t miss out!
First Event:
Annual Mini-golf Tournament
Date/Time: Tues. Oct.1 at 10:00am
Location: Market Sports ( 800 King Street North, Waterloo, N2J 4G8)
Formerly known as Max Golf (our previous mini-golf location)
Cost: Tax included – Over 65 $12.37 and Under 65 $14.53
Partners or friends are welcome to join
No talent necessary
We divide into teams for some friendly competition.
Optional lunch after at East Side Marios
As Brenda likes to say ‘There may be prizes!
Second Event:
Annual Christmas Get-together
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 3 at 12:00noon
Location: Schmidtsville Restaurant (3685 Nafziger Rd. Wellesley)
Annual Canoe Regatta
Our Annual Canoe Regatta is Tuesday September 24th at Laurel Creek Conservation Area, 625 Westmount Rd. N. Waterloo.
This is a fun day with water and land games, canoeing around the lake, hiking the trails and a potluck lunch.
Meet at 10:00 at Laurel Creek by the swimming area/reservoir.
Entrance fee is $6.75 for seniors and $8.50 if under 65.
Bring your usual canoe gear, food for the potluck, plate, cutlery and beverage. The potluck will begin at 12:00.
If you require more information contact Pat Aiken (519 575 2115) or Betty Dyck ( 519 588 1756)
You do not have to contact Pat or Betty to indicate that you are coming.
Just come and enjoy time together at Laurel Creek.
This is the Old Salts Canoe Finale before Canoe Cleaning.
Looking forward to seeing you on the 24th.
Pat, Betty and the Social Committee
Saugeen #3
DATE: Tuesday, August 27
Intermediate Training Required
LEADER: Anne Woolner
TOWER: Frank Kuntz
COST: $15
TIME: Meet at the Shed @ 8:00 am
TRIP DETAILS: This is a favourite paddle with interesting adventures and challenges. At the end, we usually go for a swim at Port Elgin, followed by supper at the hotel. This is an all-day trip that requires stamina and good river reading skills.
Carpooling: Please make carpooling arrangements before we meet Tuesday morning. If you carpool, please reimburse your driver ($20 would be appropriate for this trip.) If you drive in a different car each way, please reimburse both drivers.
BRING: Emergency Contact Card (and tell your paddling partner where it is), PFD, water, hat, sunscreen, lunch, and proper footwear—no flip-flops or crocs.
CONTACT: Contact Anne Woolner, annewoolner@hotmail.com or 519-743-2277 to register, advising if you paddle stern or bow. You will receive a confirmation email. If you don’t receive confirmation by Monday night, contact Anne to make sure you are on the list.
If you change your mind, or are unable to make it, please let Anne know asap as this will affect the number of canoes required.
