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Wilderness First Aid thru NOLS, Rogue Community College
This is a public class being taught by NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) thru the Table Rock Campus of Rogue Community College in White City. Several spots are still open, and the club is offering scholarships to club members who wish to attend. The class cost is $375 per person, which participants will have to pay up front to register. Once you have successfully completed the class and can present proof of completion, the club will reimburse each member $225, so you get a $375 class for only $150. Participation is limited to space available, so register ASAP if interested. https://www.roguecc.edu/dept/continuingEd/wfa.asp
Questions?: Contact Tom Dube, twdube@myctl.net 541 702-1746
Please Note: You must have been a member for 2 years or join for 2 years to be eligible for the scholarship.
Spring Float, Potluck, and General Membership Meeting (Rogue River) Class II to II+
Class II to II+
Join us for our season opener on the recreational Rogue (location to be determined). Spring is usually a beautiful time of year on this easy stretch of river, but be prepared for potentially cold, fast, high water. Potluck and general meeting to follow. Nearby camping at Almeda County Park or Rogue Elk, depending on float location.
Contact: Tom Dube, twdube@myctl.net 541 702-1746
Saturday, May 9, 10:00 am, Highway 138 Road Clean-Up & Pi
Highway 138 Road Clean-Up & Pizza Party
Exact meeting place pending
Come join us and help clean up our adopted stretch of highway from Horseshoe Bend to Gravel Bin. This is a great walk along the beautiful North Umpqua. Our partner, ODOT, will provide safety vests, trash bags, and trash pickers. The club will provide water and snacks. Please bring work gloves, long pants, and sturdy walking shoes. With sufficient help, we will be done by noon.
All participants will be treated to pizza at Coho Pizza in Glide after the event!!
There may be impromptu opportunities for boating on Sunday, as well.
Contact: Francesca Guyer at francesca.guyer@gmail.com
or 541 530-6561
NEW Klamath Scenic Floats Class II
Class II
Arrive on the 18th, boat on the 19th and 20th, and depart on the 21st.
Join us for this new club trip on an easy section of the NEW Klamath. We will boat 2 different sections of river on 2 different days, sticking to the easy waters between and below Hell’s Corner and Ward’s (Kikaceki) Canyon. These are primarily scenic floats. Enjoy the bird life and wildflowers while we float past the old dam sites and view a rejuvenated river.
Camping will be available at Lazy Horse RV Park on Copco Road in Hornbrook. Tent spots are available for $10 per person plus a $10 parking fee per night. Dogs are welcome but must be on leash due to wild horses that roam the property. Please let the trip leader know if you plan on joining us, and then email julie@lazyhorservpark.com to reserve your camping spot. Day trippers from the Rogue Valley welcome as well.
Contact: Marianne Musitelli
clesley312@aol.com
541 850-5975 (land line) OR
541 891-4790 (Cecil’s Cell)
North Umpqua River, Horseshoe Bend Campground, Deer Flat Group Area
Class II and III with one IV
This is the annual joint campout and float with OWA. Arrive on Thursday for camping with club-led boating on Friday and Saturday, as well as possible impromptu paddles on Sunday. Annual Dutch Oven Competition and Potluck on Saturday night. The group area will be reserved thru Sunday night for those who wish to stay over until Monday morning. Camping will be paid for by the clubs. Boaters should be prepared for potentially cold, high, fast water. Technical, mostly class III water with one IV (Pinball).
Contact Walt and Jody Bammann,
wbamman@wizzards.net
541 530-7523
541 530-7487
Klamath River near Happy Camp Class II, III, and one IV
Come join us for the classic, fun, pool-drop runs near Happy Camp. Camping at Curly Jack Campground, first-come, first-served Campground. Boaters responsible for paying for their own campsites. Mostly class II and III boating with one IV (Dragon’s Tooth).
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingdiving@yahoo.com
541 826-3159
McKenzie River, McKenzie River Campground
Class II and III with possibly one IV
Arrive on Sunday, boat on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Depart on Thursday.
Come join us on the clear, cold, beautiful, fast McKenzie River. Although most of the river is only class II and III, the continuous, rocky nature of it makes it much more challenging than novice boaters might expect. Boaters should have both skills and appropriate gear for cold water and continuous rapids. We will boat different runs each day depending on interest and group composition.
The club has reserved 5 campsites in McKenzie Bridge Campground that can accommodate a maximum of 10 vehicles, so participants must RSVP to trip leaders. The club will ask for donations to cover the cost of campsites.
Contact: Cecil Lesley and Marianne Musitelli
Clesley312@aol.com
541-891-4790
North Umpqua River, Horseshoe Bend Campground
Class II and III with one IV
Come join us for a re-run on the North Umpqua, this time at lower summertime water levels. This may be a challenge for bigger boats depending on skill level and water flow. The club will obtain campsites at Horseshoe Bend, and will ask participants to reimburse for associated costs. Please RSVP if you are coming.
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingdiving@yahoo.com
541 826-3159
South Fork American River, Coloma, CA
Class II and III with one IV (Tentative date – finalized in March)
Arrive on Tuesday, boat on Wednesday and Thursday, and depart on Friday.
Go with the flow. Join us on the premiere scheduled-dam-release runs on the South Fork American in the Gold Country of California outside of Placerville. We will “ride the wave” of water from Chili Bar down to Henningsen’s Park in Lotus, mostly class IIIs with one class IV (Troublemaker). Be prepared for use fees at both put-ins and take-outs. Participants must also obtain their own camping reservations, either at Camp Lotus (non-dog-friendly) or American River Resort (dog friendly). Everyone is responsible for their own meals with lots of restaurants/bars available for dinner options.
Contact: David Tyrrell, dtyrrell@live.com, 559-310-1725
Deschutes River near Maupin
Class II and III with one IV
Arrive on Tuesday, boat on Wednesday and Thursday, depart on Friday
Enjoy this classic Oregon River after the summer crowds leave post Labor Day. Enjoy some fun class IIIs, one long, technical class IV (Oak Springs), and lots of big, fun, roller coaster waves. The club will obtain a few campsites at Maupin City Park, and attendees will be asked to reimburse for cost. Dining each evening at nearby local restaurants or bring your own.
Contact: Bob Burch, dwburch@charter.net, 541 973-3575
North Santiam River, Packsaddle to N. Santiam State Park
Class II with three Class IIIs
Enjoy the fall colors while visiting with your friends on this relatively mellow float. Participants must obtain their own campsites at N. Santiam State Park. These are walk-in tent sites only with no room for RVs.
Contact: Mike Llewellyn, mllewel@gmail.com, (909) 319-7727
General Membership Meeting, Freed Estate Winery
Location: Freed Estate Winery, 430 Hooten Rd, Winston, OR
Contact: Jody Bammann, jbammann48@icloud.com, 541 530-7487
Holiday Party – 6:00 pm, Grants Pass or TBD.
Greg & Shelleys Ranch In Grants Pass.
Potluck for all and We will prepare the Ham and a few appetizers.
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingDivng@yahoo.com 541-826-3159
General Membership Meeting (Grants Pass)
Cartwrights Taprock Northwest Grill
971 SE 6th Street
Grants Pass
Contact: Bob Burch, 541-973-3575
General Meeting
Cartwrights Taprock Northwest Grill
971 SE 6th Street
Grants Pass
Contact: Bob Burch, 541-973-3575
*Normal Date moved to avoid conflict with Valentine’s Day and President’s Day Weekend
Holiday Party
In Roseburg at Walt and Jody’s house.
Contact: Walt & Jody, wbamman@wizzards.net
North Santiam River Campout
NOTE: This even has changed
Camping will be at North Santiam Park. You need to make your own reservations online (see flyer). The club is not making reservations. Any questions, email Mike Llewellyn mllewel@gmail.com
The link to the flyer from Mike Llewellyn is belo2.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jzobl1IKPMy8EB_Z2Xo_EAzxqIqbJmgz/view?usp=sharing
Road Clean-Up
North Umpqua Highway 138
Join us for this great service project. We will meet on Highway 138 at Gravel Bin boat access at 10:00 AM and be done in two hours.
Contact Francesca Guyer
General Meeting at Freed Winery
In Roseburg, Potluck, barbecue, and general meeting at Freed Estate Winery, 430 Hooten Road, Winston.
Contact: Bryan Freed, befreedwinefarm@aol.com.
Deschutes River Campout
Deshutes River, Maupin - Maupin City Park CG. Class III with one Class IV.
Contact: Bob Burch, dwburch@charter.net
South Fork American River Campout
Coloma, CA. Boating on two to three sections of the South Fork American River. Class II and III, pool and drop.
Contact: David Tyrrell, dtyrrell@live.com
Swift Water Rescue Class
What: Swift Water Rescue Class tought by Nature Nicole. Limit 12 people.
Where: On the Rogue where ever Nicole Specifies.
When: 8:30 to 5:30 on 07/23/2025 and 07/24/2025.
Cost for Members: This class cost NWRA $300/person. NWRA is subdizing members cost so that
you will only pay a Deposit of $100/person, provided you have either a two year membership
or have been a member for at least two years.
Note: For link to the class please contact Greg Robinson at ridingDiving@yahoo.com and
the link to register will be emailed to you once we have verified your membership status.
Follow the link to pay the $100 and fill out the libility forms on line, or you can download, print, sign, and bring to class.
North Umpqua River
Note: We have reserved three camp sites at Susan Creek Campground on the Umpquh.
NOTE: Due to limited space:
If you are planing to come to Susan Creek CG, then you will need to reserve a campsite with Greg Robinson
Boating on two or three sections of the North Umpqua River, Class II and III with one IV, pool and drop.
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingdiving@yahoo.com
McKenzie River Campout
McKenzie Bridge Campground, Class II, III and possibly one IV. Continuous gradient with cold water.
Contact: Cecil Lesley & Marianne Musitelli, clesley312@aol.com
Klamath River Campout
Happy Camp at Curly Jack Campground, Class II’s and III’s with one Class IV.
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingdiving@yahoo.com
The lucky few who get there by 10:00 a.m. on the 17th will have an opportunity to run the river that day.
North Umpqua River Campout
Campout and float in conjunction with the OWA at Horseshoe Bend Campground, Deer Flat. Paddle two sections of the North Umpqua (Class II and III with one Class IV, pool and drop). Dutch Oven competition on Saturday night with prizes in three categories.Joint NWRA/OWA outing,
Contact: Walt & Jody Bammann, wbamman@wizzards.net, jbammann48@icloud.com
Wilderness First Aid Class
Note: Members need CRP First Aid Cert that is less then two years old to take this class.
What: Wilderness First Aid taught by Red Cross.
Where: White City Fire Department District 3 Class room at 8383 Agate Rd, White City, OR 97503.
When: 8:30 to 5:30 on Aplril 26th and 27th.
Cost for Members: This class is subsidized by NWRA so that you will only pay $70/person when you register to take it. Your registration is dependant upon being a current NWRA member for at least two years or a member with a two year paid mebership.
For the link to register and pay the $70 fee contact Greg Robinson at ridingDiving@yahoo.com
General Meeting
Grants Pass, Tap Rock in large Room — Contact: Bob Burch, (541) 973-3575, dwburch@charter.net
Speaker will be Dave Meurer from RES, the company who is doing the revegetation and restoration work on the NEW Klamath, underneath the old dam footprints.
Meeting at SOTAR
Merlin at SOTAR. Jeremiah will give us a tour of the facilities, and the club will provide sodas and pizza or snacks.
General Meeting
Cartwrights Taprock Northwest Grill
971 SE 6th Street
Grants Pass
Contact: Bob Burch, 541-973-3575
*Normal Date moved to avoid conflict with Valentine’s Day and President’s Day WeekendGrants Pass,
Holiday Party
Greg & Shelleys ——— In Grants Pass at 1980 Southgate Way.
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingDivng@yahoo.com
General Meeting
Grants Pass (Tap Rock - Board Room).
Contact: Bob Burch, dwburch@charter.net
Road Clean-Up
North Umpqua Highway 138
Join us for this great service project. We will meet on Highway 138 at Gravel Bin boat access at 10:00 AM and be done in two hours.
Contact Francesca Guyer
General Meeting at Freed Winery
(DATE PENDING) — In Roseburg, Potluck, barbecue, and general meeting at Freed Estate Winery, 430 Hooten Road, Winston.
Contact: Bryan Freed, befreedwinefarm@aol.com.
Deschutes River Campout
Deshutes River, Maupin - Maupin City Park CG. Class III with one Class IV.
Contact: Bob Burch, dwburch@charter.net
Lower Rogue River float
Note: This Is not a sponsored NWRA event.
Lower Rogue River Opportunity. Steve Johnson has secured a permit starting on July 30th for a run down the Lower Rogue river. Contact Steve Johnson at ineed2efs@gmail.com for any and all information.
Klamath River Campout
Happy Camp at Curly Jack Campground, Class II’s and III’s with one Class IV.
Contact: Greg Robinson, ridingdiving@yahoo.com
The lucky few who get there by 10:00 a.m. on the 14th will get an extra river run.
Wild and Scenic Rogue River Clean-Up
In conjunction with BLM, boaters will help clean up the beaches and river corridor on the Wild and Scenic Rogue. This is a 3-day downriver trip. Experience the beautiful Rogue in springtime while giving something back to our “home river”.
Spring Float
North Umpqua, Whistler’s Bend, class II (with other options available)
NOTE: Participants will need to make their own reservations at Whistler’s Bend if camping out.
Contact: Tom Dube, twdube@q.com
General Meeting
In Glide at Coho Pizza
Contact: Jaley and Dave Bullock, umpquadave@gmail.com, OR jaley312@gmail.com