Springs Fest 2008 Schedule of Courses!

Friday, April 4th

12-2pm- Upstreams and Offesets -Michelle and Ben Kvanli- Let Olympian and Olympic Hopeful Ben Kvanli and his wife Michelle show you how to maneuver your kayak with ease! Whether you are looking to learn to race, or you just want to learn better boat control, this class is for you. Using whitewater slalom gates at Rio Vista Park you will learn the secrets of national level competitors that will help you wherever you go!

Price $20

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2-4pm- Sladeo- Ben Kvanli and Jeff Leach- Come learn the basics of Slalom Racing and freestyle, and get prepared to throw down! Whether you are a seasoned paddler, or fairly new to the sport.

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm- Scout Paddling- Just for Scouts and Scout Masters! Come get started paddling and learn about our great Scouting programs! Ask all of your questions.

Cost $20

4:30-6pm -Rolling-Ben Kvanli - Being able to roll your kayak will take your boating to the next level! You will feel more confident and have more control over your boat. Paddling is the only sport where you can wipe out, and be back in action in no time! Let us help you take that next leap.

Price $20

4:30-6pm- Stroke Drills- Michelle Kvanli- What makes good paddlers “smooth?” The quality of your strokes defines your experience in a boat. So practice the skills that make the good paddlers so good.

$20

Saturday, April 5th

8:00-10:00 am- Never Ever Paddler- Have you always wanted to try paddling? Let our instructors show you the different types of boats so that you can try paddling and learn what might best suit you. You will also learn good technique which will help to define your paddling experience. Learn to paddle right, right from the start.

Price $20

6:30 “ Pot- Luck” Dinner at the Power Olympic Outdoor Center! Everyone Welcome. Bring something that you would like to share! We will also be showing some Adventure Trip Videos and Pictures from this past season of Fun!

8:00-10:00am-Rolling-Being able to roll your kayak will take your boating to the next level! You will feel more confident and have more control over your boat. Paddling is the only sport where you can wipe out, and be back in action in no time! Let us help you take that next leap.

Price $20

8:00-10:00 am- Getting Vertical- Modern whitewater kayaks can all get vertical, and it is fun to use the power of the water to fly out of the water. Come play with instructors that can unlock the potential of your kayak. Come work on your freestyle skills, and hone in on the moves for Rio Vista!

Price $20

8:00-10:00am- Pins and Entrapments-Do you know what to do if you get into trouble in a river? Would you enjoy your time on the water more with friends and family if you knew how to help them if they get into trouble? Come experience, analyze, prepare for and execute rescue scenarios with the guidance of professional rescue instructors. This course emphasizes what to do in a pinning or entrapment situation.

Price $20

10:00-12pm-Never Ever Paddler- Have you always wanted to try paddling? Let our instructors show you the different types of boats so that you can try paddling and learn what might best suit you. You will also learn good technique which will help to define your paddling experience. Learn to paddle right, right from the start.

Price $20

10:00-12:00pm-Kayak 101-Have you tried kayaking, and want to learn more? Get started with some help from seasoned veterans, and certified instructors that can help to make your progress quicker and more fun.

Price $20

10:00-12:00pm- Water Divas Kayaking!-Michelle Kvanli and Holly Crancer-Ladies need some time on the water! Want to make some friends and learn to paddle in a supportive environment! Come learn from instructors who live and breath the sport, and understand what you are facing while learning to paddle.

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm- Rolling -Being able to roll your kayak will take your boating to the next level! You will feel more confident and have more control over your boat. Paddling is the only sport where you can wipe out, and be back in action in no time! Let us help you take that next leap.

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm- Whitewater 101-Have you paddled before, but have never been able to test your skills in moving water? Let us get you going and diving into whitewater! We can help you to know what you are doing when you encounter the rapids!

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm-Paddling in the Southeast Presentation-Come learn about the great rivers in Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia! See pictures and video of some of the prettiest rivers in the states! Learn about our upcoming trips!

Price Free!

2:00-4:00pm- Intermediate Whitewater!-Come refine your skills with Olympian Ben Kvanli. Want to take your skills to the next level, then this class is for you!

Price $20

2:00-4:00pm- Water Divas Rolling- Ladies take your paddling to the next level. Learn how to finesse your boat back to the surface! Once you can roll, you are ready to Rock whitewater!

Price $20

2:00-4:00pm - Western Rafting and River Permits Presentation-Learn all about some of the U.S.’s best western rivers, and how to get permits together so that you can have your best trip ever!

Price Free

2:00-4:00pm- Colorado River’s Presentation- Learn about the awesome rivers of Colorado, and how to find the best paddling spots! Find out about our Colorado Whitewater Trips!

Price Free

4:00-6:00pm -Rolling -Being able to roll your kayak will take your boating to the next level! You will feel more confident and have more control over your boat. Paddling is the only sport where you can wipe out, and be back in action in no time! Let us help you take that next leap.

Price $20

4:00-6:00pm- Never Ever Paddler- Have you always wanted to try paddling? Let our instructors show you the different types of boats so that you can try paddling and learn what might best suit you. You will also learn good technique which will help to define your paddling experience. Learn to paddle right, right from the start.

Price $20

4:00-6:00pm-Boating and the Law- Come learn about Texas boating Law from Tom Goynes head of the Texas River Protection Association!

Price Free!

4:00-6:00pm- Canoe 101- Come learn from and have your technique critiqued by some of the sports best! Join Olympic Hopeful Ben Kvanli as he get’s you moving gracefully and confidently!

Price $20

Sunday, April 6th

6:30 Meet at the Pavillion for a great dinner highlighting the delicious meals made during the Canoe Club Cook-off! Cast your vote for the best dish, and learn more about the Red River Racing Team! Click Here to Learn More!!!

10:00-12:00pm- Appalachian Whitewater Trip Presentation- Come learn about some of the best whitewater in the country ! Experience the fun of rivers in Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Learn about our Power Olympic Outdoor Center Trips!

Price Free

10:00-12:00pm- Touring Kayaking-Ready to Explore? Let Mark White get you moving with the greatest of ease! You will learn how to effectively paddle your boat, be safe, and enjoy your time on the water

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm - Rolling -Being able to roll your kayak will take your boating to the next level! You will feel more confident and have more control over your boat. Paddling is the only sport where you can wipe out, and be back in action in no time! Let us help you take that next leap.

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm- Intermediate Whitewater!-Come refine your skills with Olympian Ben Kvanli. Want to take your skills to the next level, then this class is for you!

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm- Water Divas Kayaking!-Michelle Kvanli and Holly Crancer-Ladies need some time on the water! Want to make some friends and learn to paddle in a supportive environment! Come learn from instructors who live and breath the sport, and understand what you are facing while learning to paddle.

Price $20

12:00-2:00- Never Ever Paddler- Have you always wanted to try paddling? Let our instructors show you the different types of boats so that you can try paddling and learn what might best suit you. You will also learn good technique which will help to define your paddling experience. Learn to paddle right, right from the start.

Price $20

12:00-2:00pm- Kids in Kayaking - Meet other kids who paddle with the Red River Racing Team and learn basic paddling skills! Have fun and learn about the Junior Olympics!

Price $20

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10:00-12:00pm- Canoe 101- Come learn from and have your technique critiqued by some of the sports best! Join Olympic Hopeful Ben Kvanli as he get’s you moving gracefully and confidently!

Price $20

Learn about Saturday Evenings Canoe and Kayak Club Cook-Off!!

12:00-2:00pm- Touring Kayaking-Ready to Explore? Let Mark White get you moving with the greatest of ease! You will learn how to effectively paddle your boat, be safe, and enjoy your time on the water

Price $20

Brian Houston to attend!!

Check out the Links above for a full schedule of Springs Fest 2008 events, or to learn more about the Saturday evening Cook-Off! Look Below for a full list of our Springs Fest courses that you can register for on-line!! Have a question? Just call us at 512.203.0093!!

See you out on the River!

2:00-4:00pm- Swiftwater Rescue-Do you know what to do if you get into trouble in a river? Would you enjoy your time on the water more with friends and family if you knew how to help them if they get into trouble? Come experience, analyze, prepare for and execute rescue scenarios with the guidance of professional rescue instructors. This course emphasizes what to do in a pinning or entrapment situation.

Price $20

Get Directions and a Map to Rio Vista Park Here!