Kalamazoo Canoe and Kayak Club

Planned Events!

-MAY 21 - SHIAWASSEE RIVER PADDLE EVENT
Paddle distance of 7 miles , gentle current, numerous twists makes it fun. Heavners Canoe will rent canoes and equipment for those without boats. Registration: around 10 am Racers will leave first, leisure class leaves last. Launch - WaterWorks Park off of Milford Road in Holly,MI. Take Out - Strom Park on East Street in Fenton,MI

For some additional exercise
- 3 river clearing days are planned as event preparation
- Meeting at 11:AM on Sundays
April 23rd, April 30th, and May 7th.
- Enthusiastic help is needed, as well as appropriate clothing and gear to be working on or in brisk water. Boats and equipment helpful, not necessary.

-During the January 18th meeting members decided that the main interest for the Recreational Division lies in day trips. Some trips will be planned by the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council (KRWC) and members who filled out KRWC forms will be notified when these trips occur. Ask Dave for KRWC contact info if you are interested in being notified.

-Good spot for a day trip is St. Joe River and for weekend trips, look at the Betsie and Boardman River

Suggested trip/event information-When you plan a trip or event, the more information you specify, the more likely you are to have other people participate in your event. We suggest you provide at least the trip date, location, time of departure, expected duration, your name, some way of contacting you, and description of the event..

Overview-The number one goal of the Recreational Division is to have fun! Kalamazoo has a wealth of waterways and lakes that are waiting for your enjoyment. Paddle up and down the Kalamazoo and Paw Paw Rivers, Wolf Lake, and any other body of water you can find. If you have more time on your hands, or would like to do some exploring, there are plenty of nearby locations in Michigan and Northern Indiana.