Rhode Island Canoe & Kayak Association

Seagull would not leave Gary's boat alone Sakonnet
Photo by Jon Sharlin

RICKA General Meeting
October 25th at 7:00pm
Paddling the Lofoten Islands- Presented by Tim Gleason

Read the October Paddler

Blue-green algae is harmful to humans and animals, and at worst can cause nervous system damage. The DEM asks parkgoers to avoid all water recreation in these areas.

The DEM also says this algae may be impacting other water bodies throughout Rhode Island. People are urged to avoid any water that has a bright green color, or floating algae mats. The water may look like green paint, pea soup, or green cottage cheese.

There is a toxic algae bloom on Worden Pond.
Johnson's Pond is experiencing an Algae Boom
and so are the ponds at Roger Williams Park.

Concerned about Aquatic Invasive Species?

Save The Lakes (stlri.org) is working to build statewide awareness of the threat of aquatic invasive species to our lakes and freshwater resources. STL is collecting signatures from across Rhode Island with a goal of acquiring State financial support for all lakes and a person dedicated to freshwater issues.

The primary method for gaining "signatures of support" is through the Save the Lakes Endorsement Survey, using the link below. The electronically completed surveys are automatically compiled at the site of origin.

Save The Lakes Endorsement Survey in Support of State Funding to Combat Aquatic Invasive Species

Now renting at 15 Bridge Street, Providence,
& Lincoln Woods: Book Online:

www.ProvidenceKayak.com

Always Dress for Immersion

Conservation

Annual RICKA memberships expires on March 31st. If you haven't done so already, please renew your membership by clicking here. For your convienence, you can pay by mail or online using Paypal or a credit card

BEWARE! Scammers are targeting the RICKA Classifieds. If you are advertising with us, please accept cash only,and local pick up required

Check out the FW Calendar for camping & paddling trips:
Housatonic Paddle and Camp Weekend October 9-10

Atlantic Coastal Kayaker will bring you 36 pages of monthly articles all about sea kayaking, 8 times per year. ackayak@comcast.net
www.atlanticcoastalkayaker.com

The RICKA board positon of Publicity Chair is currently vacant. If you think you might be interested, contact presidsent Pat Lardner

READ THE MINUTES of the most recent Executive Committee meeting.

RICKA Inventory
Bylaws

Would you like to read more, lots more, about sea kayaking? SUBSCRIBE NOW! Atlantic Coastal Kayaker will bring you 36 pages of monthly articles all about sea kayaking, 8 times a year. ackayak@comcast.net. www.atlanticcoastalkayaker.com (it is a $6.00 discount for RICKA members)

2021 RICKA Award Winners

Richard Coupland
Volunteer of the Year Award

Chuck Horbert
Wilderness Award

William Luther
Conservation Award

Jose Schroen
Rookie of the Year Award

Jennifer Stanton
Flatwater Leader Award

Roberta Engel
Flatwater Leader Award

Frank Cortesa & Jim Crowley
Continuous Paddling Award (10 years 7 months)

RICKA has a no- hassle library service More.....

News:

Current Activities & Events

IMPORTANT: Scheduled trip times are DEPARTURE times, not arrival times. Just as you wouldn't arrive at the airport at 9AM for a 9AM flight you should arrive before the departure time for paddle trips, to allow adequate time to unload boats and gear and park the car. .

When boat size or paddling skill sets are specified as requirements for participation in a trip they apply to everybody.Even if you have the experience to overcome the circumstances that necessitate these requirements they still apply to you. Once an exception is made for one individual it creates a serious problem enforcing the requirements when other less experienced paddlers demand to be allowed to participate also.

Your cooperation and understanding is greatly appreciated

For RICKA members joining the ACA, RICKA's PAC membership number is: # 259690588

Cheryl Thompson, Webmaster amd Eric Johnson, Sea Kayaking pages Webmaster

Need to locate a club officer or member of the Executive Committee (including all activity chairs?) Click here

Link problems on the homepage - The Sea Kayaking web pages, the Flatwater web pages, and the Whitewater webpages all reside on hosts separate from the home site. Among other reasons, this serves a security function in that,when the main RICKA site gets hacked (it has happened 5 times so far) the satellite sites are protected from being defaced and needing to be restored.

Bear in mind that web servers, like personal computers, are subject to occassional crashes and/or occassionally have to be taken offline to be upgraded. These events are beyond our control.In the event that you are unable to access one of the satellite sites or even the home site, please wait an hour and try accessing it again before reporting a problem to the Webmaster.

USGS Real-Time Water Data for Rhode Island: Streamflow Conditions

Discounts for Members

Bring your RICKA membership letter with your either in a paper format or a digital format and remember to ASK for the discount. The retailers have the right to stop offering the discount at any time. Ask before purchasing.

Quaker Lane Outfitters :

All canoes & kayaks 10% off. Accessories 20% off. 4019 Quaker Lane (Route 2) North Kingstown. 800-249-5400.

WaveLength Magazine: Offers a "Club Sub"introductory discountfor new subscribers who are paddling club members. Asubscription generally costs $15/year, but new subscribers who areRICKA members, can subscribe for $10. Send a check with your name andmailing address along with a note saying you belong to the RI Canoe/Kayak Association. The mailing address is: WaveLength Magazine,2735 North Rd., Gabriola, BC, Canada, V0R 1X7.

New Bungee/ Stretch Cord for sale. Made in New England area. All sizes, colors, and styles available. Prices start at $5.00/spool. CALL Jonathan at : Marine Rope International Located in Cranston, RI 401-447-7973. Jon@marineropeinternational.com