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      The Joint Kayak Club Paddle September 17th, 18th & 19th 2010 ’

You’ve heard the saying, “A picture says a thousand words”, well this picture pretty much sums it up!  .

Please join me for the fourth Joint Kayak Club Paddle between the San Diego, Valley Wide, and California Friends Kayak Clubs at Lake Morena in Campo, California.

Location:

LAKE MORENA
2550 Lake Morena Drive
Campo, CA 91906

Hours: Kayaking is allowed sunrise to sunset.

Ranger/Lake Phone Number: 619-579-4101

Directions: From San Diego: 46 miles east on Interstate 8 to Buckman Springs Road. Go south 7 miles to Oak Drive, then west 2 miles to Lake Morena Drive, drive straight to the park entrance.

Camping Reservations: http://reservations.sdparks.org/activity/camping.asp   Camping Information #: 877 565-3600

The campground books up fast so make your reservations early!

Date: September 17, 18th & 19th     2010

Launch Schedule: ( NOTE: The hand launch is underwater.  We will launch from the main ramp.)

Friday Sunset Paddle: Launch Time6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (3 to 4 mile paddle by the dam)

Saturday Group Paddle Launch Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.   6 to 8 miles of shoreline

Sunday Early Bird Morning Paddle:  Launch Time: 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (6 to 8 miles of shoreline)

Arrive in plenty of time to find the lake, to unload your gear and to launch at the designated launch time. We will not wait for people who arrive late, because I have taken into account when the wind usually picks up on the lake.

Additional Information: http://www.kayakandcanoeguidebooks.com/lakemorena.htm

Email me if you plan to attend for any updates: kayakandcanoe@hotmail.com


 

 

Taking a break!  Photo taken at the 2008 Joint Club Paddle

 

 

 

I look forward to seeing you all again!!

Janice L. Green

Please use good judgment at all times.

Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.  We will not be stopping Click to view full size imageto get out of our kayaks to explore. If you chose to do so, please let someone in the group know, that you have decided to go off  on your own. Water body contact is not allowed. In order to participate, you need to be able to reenter your boat in the event you capsize, to roll, or to wet exit your boat.  Please do not place others at risk because you neglected to use good judgment and to take a class.  Be aware that if you find yourself tiring, and you feel you won’t be able to complete the entire paddle, that you need to feel comfortable paddling back to the launch area alone.  You need to be self sufficient and to be able to control your boat during gusty wind conditions. No dogs or animals are allowed on your kayak while paddling.  They present too many safety hazards. You must wear a lifejacket at all times while on the water. 

Watch out for rattlesnakes. Always wiggle your kayak or tap it with your paddle to scare off any rattlesnakes that may have crawled beneath your kayak.  Keep your hatches closed at all times to prevent rattlesnakes from crawling into it. USE Extreme caution when launching and exiting your kayak from along the shoreline for rattlesnakes that lay hidden concealed around rocks, stumps, or logs. Also use caution for mountains lions and coyotes.

Kayaks will be inspected for quagga mussels.  Please see the link at the top of this page.

WAIVER

Participation in any event, hosted by Janice L. Green whether or not this form is signed, is evidence that participants agree to the following:

 

1.) I accept the responsibility to make my own independent decision as to whether I am qualified to participate in this activity. I assume full responsibility for myself for determining the conditions of the water, land and weather before and during the trip. I assume full responsibility for assuring that my paddling equipment and accessories are proper to meet the safety needs of the conditions in which I will be paddling. In joining this trip I certify that I possess sufficient knowledge, skills and judgment to determine my own activities during the trip. I further certify that I am knowledgeable regarding safety equipment and its proper use and have outfitted my boat and myself as I determine in my own best interest. I am responsible for deciding when and to what extent I will follow Janice L. Green, the Host's direction and when I will chose to act independently of the group.

2.) I understand that kayaking and camping activities involve risks of harm to myself; my companions and my property. I assume full responsibility for all of the risks involved in participating in this activity whether or not I know that the risk exists. I acknowledge I am responsible for any loss, or damage to my equipment or injury that might happen to me on the way to, and from, and during this event. I acknowledge I will assume the risks involved and will be totally responsible for taking those risks, for the cost of medical and rescue services.

 

3.) I also understand that among the risks inherent in these activities is that I may require rescue or medical treatment. I hereby agree that I consent to any rescue, hospital care, or medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment to be rendered to me for any illness or injury that might arise from my participation in this activity. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for all charges for such medical services and rescue operations. I will pay those and reimburse any person who has expended money for such medical services or rescue operations.

 

4.)  I am aware that Janice Green is not a professionally trained guide, nor is she acting as a guide or as a leader. I understand she is acting as the coordinator of this event.  She is not certified in First Aid, CPR or Lifesaving.  She does not carry VHF radio, signaling gear or other emergency equipment.  She is not skilled in (or available) for performing rescues in the event of capsize, or for towing in rough conditions. 

 

5.)  No dogs on kayaks during this paddling outing.

 

6.)  I am aware how to wet exit, and self-rescue if I have a sit-in or sit-on top kayak.

I have carefully read this Agreement and understand its contents. I freely and voluntarily assume all the risks and hazards arising from this activity in which I participate as a paddler, spectator, camper, and guest or in any other way. This Agreement shall be binding on my family, heirs, my assigns, executors, administrators and myself. If any legal action be instituted to enforce any provision hereof, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney's fees. I further release Janice L. Green, from any and all claims and liability arising out of strict liability or negligence on my behalf, or of any other person which causes the undersigned injury, death, damages, or property loss or damage. I further agree not to bring any suit or other proceeding or to hold them responsible for any injury to my property or myself.

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