2009 Roaring River Slalom
August 29 & 30
...is now history, but stay tuned for 2010!
Learn to slalom and improve your skills on a Class II stretch of the beautiful Clackamas River in Oregon. This event is all about improving boat control, developing strategies to make the moves between the gates, and having fun.
August 29: Practice Day Come, put in your boat and try the course. Canoes, kayaks, IKs, etc., are all welcome. The course will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Donations encouraged to help with boat shuttle and other costs.)
August 30: Race Day Entry fee is $10, plus $5 insurance fee for non-ACA members. There will be race categories for canoes and kayaks. Emphasis is on achieving your personal best.
How to Get There
To reach the course, drive southeast from Estacada on HWY
224 along the Clackamas River. Pass the North Fork Reservoir and continue
driving upstream. Cross both Carter and Armstrong bridges. Go just pass milepost
41. The slalom start and registration are on the right side of the road (mile
41.8) across from the entrance to Roaring River Campground. Boat shuttles and
portapotties will be provided, but bring your own lunch and drinks (no alcoholic
beverages please). Camping is available at various Forest Service campgrounds
along the river. Reservations are encouraged.
Be a Local Hero. Be a Volunteer!
This is an event that takes many hands. The course will be
set up prior to the event and needs volunteers for setup day. (Date to be
determined, but Friday, August 22 is a strong possibility, or earlier in the
week if we have enough hands.)
We’ll also need volunteers for a variety of other tasks, particularly on race day. To volunteer or find out more, contact Carl Poston at 503-657-5523 or by email: cposton1 (at) comcast.net.
Volunteers will be given plenty of time to participate as well. What’s more, they’ll be celebrated as part of the crew!
LCCC members are especially encouraged to come and try slalom. Your club is sponsoring this event!