About PPC

Submitted by parklandadmin on Sat, 11/13/2010 - 06:22

The Parkland Paddling Club is a non-profit, community-based club dedicated to promoting, developing, and supporting a safe, fun, accessible, and responsible paddling community.

Through weekly pool sessions in the winter and outdoor adventures / programs in the summer, the Parkland Paddling Club aims to provide access to equipment, training opportunities and a welcoming community in order to make the joys and benefits of paddling available to people in the parkland. The club is structured to benefit members by:

  • Providing access to club specific, winter pool time;
  • Provide a base of subsidized rental equipment for members to access;
  • Provide opportunities for instruction and learning;
  • Provide an online communication resource through our e-newsletter and our Facebook Page (in development);
  • Provide a welcoming community of folks and families interested in having fun through paddling;
  • Provide an advocacy voice for paddling related topics in the parkland;

Most club related paddling events are structured as self directed and open session. However, when formal and organized instruction is being offered, leadership will be provided by Mick Lautt, one of Canada's senior nationally certified Kayak instructors. During designated club courses and clinics, Mick will take members through a progressive skill development program in a positive and safe learning environment.

The PPC is an affiliate of Paddle Manitoba

All courses and clinics are taught following the most current national guidelines as established by Paddle Canada and Canoe Kayak Canada.

We teach and practice the 7 "Leave No Trace" outdoor recreation / camping environmental principles. Visit LNT Canada here.

Your volunteer board members include:

Mick Lautt  - President

Lisa Towson - Vice President

Shelley Kowaluk - Secretary  

Brendan Gardner - Treasurer

Elise Karpiak - Membership Convener

Kelly Doan - Program / Events Coordinator

Steve Sobering - Education / Community Outreach

Sonia Penseart - Fundraising Coordinator

To contact any board member please use the contact form on this site or e-mail info@parklandpaddlingclub.ca  and we will forward to the appropriate person.

For general questions and discussion about paddling, trip logistics, equipment, etc. please register for our forums and post your topics.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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