Chesapeake Paddlers Association, Inc. (CPA)

Paddle Now! Calendar

Prior to each trip or event, trip leaders/planners and event organizers provide further details through this calendar, the CPA listserve, and the CPA newsletter. New for 2009, a Virtual Calendar has been created for you to use at home, on your desk, or in your car.

For the safety of the group as a whole, trip participants must agree to abide by club policies and rules and to follow instructions of the trip leader. Potential paddlers will be pre-screened for skills and equipment. All paddlers must sign a CPA Waiver of Liability.

* CPA trip leaders are required to possess these leadership skills.

July 2009
	Jul 4, 2009 (Sat) (Beginner) 4th of July Paddle This is a paddle on the Potomac River to watch the Washington D.C. Fireworks. See the Forums posting for more information.
	Jul 10-12, 2009 (Fri-Sun) (Advanced Beginner) Matthews County, VA, Gwynn Island Car Camper Led by Bill Dodge 703-201-8636 (cell). Matthews County, VA, is a wonderful paddling venue for a car camping base trip.
	Jul 11, 2009 (Sat) (Intermediate) Kent Island Practice Paddle (KIPP) Fourth Season 04 Led by . Kent Island Practice Paddle, KIPP-4 2009
	Jul 11, 2009 (Sat) (Advanced Beginner) Maryland Swim For Life Swim Support Led by 410-446-5991. Kayakers provide swim support for the 18th Annual Maryland Swim for Life. Held at Rolph"s Wharf on the Chester River. For more information or to participate, please contact the CPA designate, Suzanne Farace, as indicated below, or the the event organizer, Kathryn Kirmayer at KKirmayer@crowell.com or 301-351-0715, directly.
	Jul 11, 2009 (Sat) (All) Non-CPA Event: Nanticoke River Festival Led by . Join other paddlers for a fun race, food, prizes and more in Seaford Delaware. Se the above link for details as they arise.
	Jul 12, 2009 (Sun) (Beginner) Tridelphia Reservoir Beginner Paddle Led by Sue Bauer.
	Jul 18, 2009 (Sat) (Advanced Beginner) Fort Washington Marina Moonlight Paddle Led by Isiah Allen.
	Jul 18, 2009 (Sat) (Beginner) Nangjemoy Paddle from Friendship Landing Led by 301-283-2391. Explore the ins and outs of Nanjemoy Creek
	Jul 19, 2009 (Sun) (Beginner) Bear Creek Paddle Led by 410-446-5991 (cell). Paddle Bear Creek (Dundalk/Baltimore) Explore the side creeks and coves of this scenic and protected area near the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
	Jul 24-26, 2009 (Fri-Sun) (Advanced Beginner) Janes Island Car Camper Led by 301-498-0918 (leave a message). Car camp and paddle in and around Janes Island, including the Big and Little Annemessex Rivers, and Cedar Island WMA, near Crisfield, MD.
	Jul 25, 2009 (Sat) (Advanced Beginner) Non-CPA Event: Manhatten Island Circumnavigation Led by (914) 318-4630. A thirty mile all-day paddle around Manhattan Island, NY.
	Jul 31-Aug 2, 2009 (Fri-Sun) (Advanced Beginner) Eastern Neck Car Camper Led by 202 345 0606. Camping in Rock Hall and Paddling in the areas around Eastern Neck Wildlife Refuge.

CPA Sponsored CPA Sponsored Event

This event is sponsored by the CPA.

All Paddlers - This event is for individuals of all skill levels.

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This event is for individuals of all skill levels.

First Timer First Timer Paddlers - This event is for those who have never paddled before. No prior skills needed.

This event is for those who have never paddled before. No prior skills needed.

Beginner Paddlers - This event is for those who have paddled some, taken classes, or been on short (up to 4-mile) trips and are able to do a wet exit and paddle float re-entry.

Beginner Beginner Paddlers - This event is for those who have paddled some, taken classes, or been on short (up to 4-mile) trips and are able to do a wet exit and paddle float re-entry.

This event is for those who have paddled some, taken classes, or been on short (up to 4-mile) trips and are able to do a wet exit and paddle float re-entry.

Advanced Beginner Paddlers - This event is for those who have been on longer trips (up to 10 miles, full day outings), have some experience with varying conditions such as winds and waves and have good rescue and group-paddling skills.

Advanced Beginner Advanced Beginner Paddlers - This event is for those who have been on longer trips (up to 10 miles, full day outings), have some experience with varying conditions such as winds and waves and have good rescue and group-paddling skills.

This event is for those who have been on longer trips (up to 10 miles, full day outings), have some experience with varying conditions such as winds and waves and have good rescue and group-paddling skills.

Intermediate Paddlers - This event is for those who are comfortable on longer trips (more than 10 miles), can maintain a steady pace for extended periods, are comfortable with open water crossings of 2+ miles, can handle a variety of water conditions, and have strong self/group-rescue skills.

Intermediate Intermediate Paddlers - This event is for those who are comfortable on longer trips (more than 10 miles), can maintain a steady pace for extended periods, are comfortable with open water crossings of 2+ miles, can handle a variety of water conditions, and have strong self/group-rescue skills.

This event is for those who are comfortable on longer trips (more than 10 miles), can maintain a steady pace for extended periods, are comfortable with open water crossings of 2+ miles, can handle a variety of water conditions, and have strong self/group-rescue skills.