Learning on and about the Merrimack River
Jan
18
7:00 PM19:00

Learning on and about the Merrimack River

Join Charlie Saulnier, formerly with the Essex Agricultural & Technical High School in Danvers (now part of the Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School) and John Macone, Policy and Education Specialist for the Merrimack River Watershed Council, as they share their knowledge of, and experiences paddling on, the Merrimack River.

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Ipswich River Watershed Association Paddle-a-thon
Jun
17
10:30 AM10:30

Ipswich River Watershed Association Paddle-a-thon

PADDLE-A-THON

SAVE THE DATE: JUNE 17, 2023

The Ipswich River Watershed Association’s Paddle-a-thon is a unique signature fundraising event celebrating the Ipswich River and clean water. It’s IRWA’s annual fundraising event that encourages folks to paddle a stretch of the Ipswich River on their own or with friends.

NEW THIS YEAR:

Party at Riverbend — Morning Mindfulness Paddle — Family Turtle Paddle — Your Portraits & River Stories — Canoe Auction

This is a great event, and the new location and approach is going to make it even better. We (White Rose Canoe) are one of the sponsors of the event and we strongly encourage all of our friends and customers to participate and donate!

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Maine Canoe Symposium
Jun
3
to Jun 4

Maine Canoe Symposium

  • University of Maine 4-H Camp and Learning Center at Bryant Pond (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Established in 1986, the Maine Canoe Symposium is a fun-filled weekend where you can learn new skills, connect with other paddlers, share stories, and enjoy the quintessential Maine sport of canoeing.

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Gather:  Gear:  Whaddya Need, When.  Share Session.
Apr
20
7:00 PM19:00

Gather: Gear: Whaddya Need, When. Share Session.

Gear - the bits and bobs that can make a paddle safer and more comfortable. . There are minimum needs, basic kits and purpose specific extensions. Each paddler’s kit is a bit different, so this is a great opportunity to compare choices and pick up new ideas that will make your paddles more fun!

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Gather:  Choosing a Canoe and Picking a Paddle - Things to think about...
Mar
16
7:00 PM19:00

Gather: Choosing a Canoe and Picking a Paddle - Things to think about...

There are a lot of choices out there - for both canoes and paddles. We’ll use canoes and paddles in the shop to illustrate the key differences between types, share info on how designs are “tuned” for different kinds of water and paddling and why they work and we’ll be answering your questions as we go along.

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Gather:  Tripping in Canada's Little North - Stories, Techniques and Tips for All
Feb
16
7:00 PM19:00

Gather: Tripping in Canada's Little North - Stories, Techniques and Tips for All

UPDATE: The Zoom link has been sent to all participants registered as of 02/13/2023. Links will continue to be sent to individuals as they register. If you don’t see it in your email, please check your spam/junk folder.

Tripping in the Canadian North - for many paddlers it would be a dream come true.  And even if it’s not your dream, listening to the stories and picking up the techniques and tips from two presenters with over 100 years of combined wilderness paddling experience will make for an enjoyable and informative way to spend a cold February evening.

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Assembly of the Wooden Canoe Heritage Association
Jul
12
to Jul 17

Assembly of the Wooden Canoe Heritage Association

The WCHA is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to preserving, studying, building, restoring, and using wooden and bark canoes, and to sharing information about canoeing heritage throughout the world.

The Assembly is a annual gathering of the WHCA, open to all. More information will be available closer to the date.

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2022 Maine Canoe Symposium
Jun
11
8:00 AM08:00

2022 Maine Canoe Symposium

  • University of Maine 4-H Camp and Learning Center at Bryant Pond (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS


The Maine Canoe Symposium is held annually in June. Normally a weekend long event, it will be limited to just Saturday for the second year. This family oriented event features workshops, lessons, slideshows, and talks on canoeing, camping, and wilderness recreation and includes a unique program for kids.

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14th WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SOLO CANOE RENDEZVOUS
Jun
3
to Jun 5

14th WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SOLO CANOE RENDEZVOUS

The Western PA Solo Canoe Rendezvous is a gathering of solo canoe enthusiasts held always on the first full weekend of June each year at Cooper’s Lake Campground near Slippery Rock PA. It features various manufacturers and designers of solo canoes with demo models of their boats available for test paddling; demonstrations of, and informal instruction in FreeStyle paddling; assorted programs on various aspects of canoe design, construction, and use in the real world. It is a deliberately laid-back, relaxed, and informal event – very much made up as we go along. It is an opportunity to immerse yourself in solo canoes and canoe folks for a long weekend to the exclusion of all other reality.

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Canoeing the Ipswich - Sundays at Riverbend - Small Group Canoe Skill Share - Ipswich River Watershed Association Paddle-a-thon Fundraiser
May
8
to Jun 12

Canoeing the Ipswich - Sundays at Riverbend - Small Group Canoe Skill Share - Ipswich River Watershed Association Paddle-a-thon Fundraiser

  • Ipswich River Watershed Association (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sundays at Riverview - Small Group Canoe Skill Share: Join White Rose Canoe’s Team Canoe for a fun hour on the Ipswich River practicing basic flat water canoeing skills while raising funds to support the Ipswich River Watershed Association. The session will be a great intro for folks just getting started and a useful review of the basics for folks who may not have been in a canoe for a while. IRWA will use the funds to protect and restore the Ipswich. Open the event for dates, times and to sign up for the sessions.

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Canoeing the Ipswich - Messin’ Around in Canoes Thursdays - An Ipswich River Watershed Association Paddle-a-thon Fundraiser
May
5
to Jun 16

Canoeing the Ipswich - Messin’ Around in Canoes Thursdays - An Ipswich River Watershed Association Paddle-a-thon Fundraiser

Thursdays Messin’ Around in Canoes - Informal Get Togethers: Grab your canoes, paddles, life vests and whatever and join White Rose Canoe’s Team Canoe and fellow canoeists for a fun couple of hours messin’ around in canoes – sharing skills, exploring different sections along the river, exchanging info on paddling spots and launches, telling stories, and, after, maybe a beverage. These are “out and backs” so no need to worry about shuttles. IRWA will use the funds collected to protect and restore the Ipswich. Open the event for dates, times and to sign up for the sessions.

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POSTPONED FROM APRIL 16:  Spring 2022 "Canoe Gathering at White Rose Canoe"
Apr
16
10:30 AM10:30

POSTPONED FROM APRIL 16: Spring 2022 "Canoe Gathering at White Rose Canoe"

The “Spring 2022 Canoe Gathering at White Rose Canoe” has been postponed. Updates will be posted to this event calendar.

Celebrate Spring with White Rose Canoe on Saturday, April 16 at our 2nd ‘Canoe Gathering at White Rose Canoe’.  There will be demo boats to paddle, some interesting folks to chat with, opportunities to share stories, ask questions, and a raffle or two.

Bring your own boats and gear if you have them, take the opportunity to share your experiences, favorite launch spots, trips, and hear what others have been up to.  We’ll also have a “gear” table if you have something you’d like to move along.

If you don’t have a canoe (yet), no worries - the demo fleet will be on the waterfront and we’ll supply paddles and life vests for test paddles.  It will be a great opportunity to get your questions answered and meet other canoe enthusiasts

The program (subject to change) include:

Talks on the waterfront about “Canoeing with Kids” and “Traditional Tripping” that will include displays of kit and demos

A series of “Five Minutes About” quick talks on things like “Picking a canoe”, “Paddle Sizing”, “How to Go Straight”, “Picking It Up and Putting It Down” and “Tying One On”.

Demo boats and paddles on the waterfront to inspect and try out (conditions and weather permitting)

Gear Raffles

The waterfront launch is also available to customers and other paddlers who want to explore the Great Marsh on the Parker, Mill and Little Rivers, as well as experience Plum Island Sound.

Come join us and other canoeists for a great day on the water!

Go to our event on our Facebook page to let us know you’re coming (not required, but will help us get a feel for how many folks to expect)

For more info about us or the Gathering, visit the White Rose Canoe website, send an email, or call the shop at 978-465-0312.

Michael and Keith

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SOLO Wilderness First Aid sponsored by RPS Kayak Coaching and White Rose Cano
Mar
26
to Mar 27

SOLO Wilderness First Aid sponsored by RPS Kayak Coaching and White Rose Cano

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is an introductory course designed to develop both decision making and management skills that address common backcountry injuries. The WFA course focuses on ‘hands-on’ learning, where students are engaged in managing authentic scenarios; scenario-based learning is supported by brief classroom discussions and reinforced with intensive practical work.

The WFA is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for short trips with family, friends, students, and outdoor groups. It also meets the American Canoe Association, British Canoeing, and International Mountain Bicycling Associations first aid requirements.

The WFA is 16 hours long (two days), and focuses on the basic skills of: Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies.

Course fee is $210 per person, plus $40 if you also want CPR Certification. Certification is valid for 2 years.

WHO IS THE INSTRUCTOR?
Todd Johnstone-Wright will teach this SOLO WFA. Todd is a full-time adventure sports coach with almost three decades of wilderness medical and traditional EMS experience and has been teaching for SOLO Wilderness Medicine since 1996. In addition, he is a British Canoe Union Level 5 Coach Sea/BC Coach 4 (Performance Coaching Diploma), British Canoeing coach educator/leadership provider/safety and rescue provider, ACA Level 5 Advanced Open Water ITE, Level 4 Whitewater IT, BICP Level 1 Instructor, AMGA Rock Instructor Course Graduate, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor, and AIARE Level 2. As a result of his training and extensive expedition and adventure sports experience, he can cater the course and supporting scenarios to various adventure sports disciplines and contexts.

Register online only please at https://www.salemkayak.com/reserve/wilderness-first-aid

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