Announcing SPRINGS FEST 2009!

Come out to join us for this year’s Third Annual Springs Fest at Rio Vista Park!  We are so excited to have this event once again.  We will be bringing together paddling enthusiasts, competitors, and the City of San Marcos to celebrate the Springs and paddling in the Texas Hill Country! 

Classes

Do you want get started boating, or brush up on some skills that may have gotten a bit rusty during the winter?  Springs Fest will be loaded with short courses designed to get you on the water, and having the most fun! We will have Junior boating classes as well, and introduction to the Junior Olympic racing program through the local Red River Racing! ( A full list of courses as well as on-line registration can soon be found at KayakInstruction.org, if you are interested in helping to teach a course please contact Michelle at 512.203.0093!)

Presentations

Are you looking to get out of town?  We will have several presentations on amazing places that you can get wet with Red River Racing and on your own.  Vacation destinations like Mexico, and Canada, as well as beautiful local Texas Rivers! 

Demonstrations

Do you need to find that perfect boat?  Is it time for something new this season?  Don’t miss all of the boat demos at Springs Fest courtesy of TG Canoes and Kayaks.  They will have all kind of boats and equipment for you to try before you buy! You will also have the benefit of their extensive the industry knowledge to help guide you to your new best friend! 

Competitions

Are you ready to try your hand at some fun competitions at Rio Vista Falls?  The polo tournament returns at the base of the San Marcos River Pub, while the freestyle rodeo, and Sladeo will be held down on the beautiful Rio Vista Falls!  On Sunday, come join us for a fun slalom race that will double as our Texas Junior Olympic Qualifier!  The local Junior’s from the Red River Racing Team will be showing us how it’s done, while they secure their spots to compete this summer in Ottawa, Canada.  
How about some healthy club competition?  Have your club represented by fixing your favorite river meals and compete in our Club Cook Off for some great trophies! Categories include appetizers, main course, and dessert!  Voting will be done by a jury of your peers at the banquet on Saturday evening!!

With something for everyone, Springs Fest is not to be missed?  So come enjoy the warm, welcoming waters of the San Marcos River, and get your paddling season off to a great start!

Do you want to teach a class at this year's Springs Fest?  Would you like to volunteer to help?  We are now looking for class instructors, presenters, and volunteers!  Please Call Michelle at 512.203.0093