JSSKA | 2008 Events

Paddlers should read the following GUIDELINES before attending any trip posted on the JSSKA website.

Although a diverse list of regional paddling events are posted here, paddling trips on this page are listed for members of Jersey Shore Sea Kayak Association. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Posted trips are organized by members who are neither experts nor instructors. Sea Kayaking can be a dangerous sport. All participants are strongly advised to take ACA approved instructional courses, and to learn about safety, self- rescue, hypothermia, waterway navigation and basic USCG rules. Before launching, paddlers should always be aware of current and future weather conditions and should never overestimate their abilities. On all posted paddling trips, EACH INDIVIDUAL PADDLER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY and JSSKA assumes no liability. Although this does not take the place of formal instruction, please take some time to review the following links which have very useful information and can also be printed:

Sea Kayak Safety Using a Paddle Float Rescues Hypothermia

ACA Paddlesport Safety Resources

PLEASE NOTE: JSSKA's paddling trips are listed on our message board - Paddler's Express. This Calendar of Events lists preplanned events such as lessons, picnics and camping trips. For a full list of up to the minute paddling trips please register for the Paddler's Express Message Board at: http://www.goldcar.com/cgi-bin/jsska/YaBB.pl

JSSKA Membership Contest

Now that you’ve almost finished your taxes, here’s something much easier. JSSKA is having a membership contest starting April 16 and running through June 16. Our members are always out there talking up the club; it’s time you get rewarded for it.

Any paid member who refers a NEW member will be entered into the contest. The five members that refer the most new members will win prizes. We’re still working out the prize details but it will be worthwhile.

Please be sure the new member puts your name somewhere on the application as the referrer. The Club Secretary will keep track of the referrals as they process the new member applications.

Prizes will be awarded at the Spring Picnic in Somers Point on June 20. Winners need not be present. But we hope to see lots of new members there!

Membership Contest Rules

•Contest will run April 16 through June 16
•All paid members, regardless of date joined are eligible for prizes.
•Members representing the club at events (EMS Club Day, Outdoor Expo) are eligible.
•Current club officers are not eligible to win prizes.
•Renewing members whose membership may have lapsed do not count as “NEW” members toward prizes. The link on the board, http://www.goldcar.com/cgi-bin/jsska/YaBB.pl?num=1239145599

JUNE

The Ocean County Canoe & Kayak Classic. Ocean county Park, Rt 88 Lakewood NJ. Saturday & Sunday June 6th & 7th

This 2 day event is run by The Jersey Paddler. If you have been lusting over something sleek & sexy from the recent show, this is where you get to test paddle it on the water. JSSKA will have a booth on both days. A full lineup of clinics, on water demo's and on land classes will be offered by JSSKA. Details will follow. The club will be looking for volunteers to man the booth on both days.

From The Water - Art Exhibit: Join us at the Monmouth County Library, Shrewsbury Branch for an art exhibit of photography, painting and sculpture created by JSSKA members. Runs for the month of June. The date for the opening night celebration is Sunday. June 7th, 2009 at the Eastern Branch of the Monmouth County Library. New details recently posted, go to http://www.goldcar.com/cgi-bin/jsska/YaBB.pl?num=1229010253 for details.

Annual Paddling Season Kick-Off Picnic: June 20, 2009. JFK Park in Somers Point, NJ. Paddling trips will be planned for the morning and a picnic lunch of burgers & hotdogs will be served at noon. Members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. Soda & water will be provided (the park does not allow alcohol). The picnic is free! Additional paddling trips are usually planned for after lunch.

JULY

Fireworks on the water at Red Bank No firm plan yet but watch for info soon on our annual 3rd of July paddle and picnic in Red Bank for the big Fireworks show.

SEPTEMBER

Fall Picnic Sunday 9/27 at Berkeley Island Park

The Fall Picnic has been booked for Sunday Sept 27th at Berkeley Island Park. We will be asking members to bring side dishes and desserts to share. The picnic is free! The club will be supplying Burgers, Dogs, Buns and sodas and water. Lunch starts at noon. Bring your own Beer or Wine. Volunteers for set up, take down and the all important position of Grill Master will be sought. Anyone who wishes to lead the annual bay crossing or a beginner paddle please PM bobmoday on the message board.

Lastly don`t forget that running throughout the summer classes are being offered by Chris Raab & Mike Busch and organized by Patrick. Registered JSSKA Members can receive discounts to all of these programs. Go to this link for more info. http://www.goldcar.com/cgi-bin/jsska/YaBB.pl?num=1238206594

JSSKA members at the 2006 Somers Point picnic

*Course locations will be provided by the instructor. Classes will be filled on a first deposit received basis. To register, please send a deposit to Tuktu Paddles, PO Box 162, Oceanville, NJ 08231. Include your contact information, the class you would like to attend, and a brief description of your experience as a kayaker. All classes led by Chris Raab.