Mendota Sunset Paddle
Sunday, May 5, 2024 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm)
Complete
Leaders:
Cole Long
Jace Addy
Jace Addy
Event Information
- Description
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Take a break from studying and join us for a relaxing sunset paddle on Mendota!
Please note that this is not exclusively a canoe lake lesson, anyone can attend. However, if you do not have your canoe orientation already please arrive by 6:30 pm so we can get that done, if you already have that completed you can come at 6:50 pm. Please do not be late as we will be getting in the water right at 7 pm. We plan to paddle west along lakeshore with no specific destination in mind, but we will for sure be off the water by 8:30 pm.
- Event Type
- Lesson / Training (ratings may be achieved)
- Accommodation Information
- Driving or Travel Details
- WHERE TO MEET: Please meet at the outer entrance to the Outdoor UW boathouse in the lower level of Memorial Union. It's a large garage door facing the lake, where the canoes and kayaks are kept.
- Food and Equipment Information
- WHAT TO BRING: Dress in clothing that is ok to get wet, and wear shoes that won't fall off if you are swimming. Dress in clothing that is suited to outdoor exposure- remember your sun hat and/or sunscreen if you want those. I highly recommend a glasses strap if you are wearing glasses. Bring a towel and a change of clothing, just in case we get wet (though we are not necessarily planning to get wet). A waterbottle is a good idea.
- Trip Cancellation, Reschedule, and Refund Information
- Trip Purpose/Goals
- WHAT IS THIS LESSON This is the Canoe Orientation, also known as the Canoe Lake Lesson. It is the prerequisite to most other canoeing events in the Outing Club. - what is a canoe - basic canoe vocabulary - how to fit a Personal Flotation Device (PFD, or "lifejacket") - how to fit a canoe paddle - how to get in and out of a canoe while it's floating - paddling a canoe - basic paddle strokes, and generally getting the boat to move in the direction you want it to - discussion of how to deal with a capsized canoe - Hoofer-specific policies for boating and Lake Mendota checkout
Registration Count
| Registration Type | Registrations | Remaining |
|---|---|---|
| All Participants | 6 | 0 |
| Waiting List | 5 | 1 |