Missouri Whitewater Association | Sarah Watson | Activity https://missouriwhitewater.org/members/sarah/activity/ Activity feed for Sarah Watson. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:42:22 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 3dd874f882b5139c6ff7d8c7f2b41fe5 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Jan 9 general club meeting- in person in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/jan-9-general-club-meeting-in-person/#post-21295 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 01:14:51 -0600 Sitting in the parking lot at Olympia, roads are fine. Thanks for the notification.

]]> 685ef3fb77c40fc1d3429665a4841d5e Sarah Watson replied to the topic Greetings in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/greetings/#post-17749 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 20:11:36 -0500 Hi Curtis!

Glad you guys are doing well and enjoying New Hampshire!  Tell Rebecca I said ” hello!”

Sarah Watson

]]> fb612637ba769be52f555c40c2fa57ab Sarah Watson replied to the topic One more week for Sunday pool sessions in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/one-more-week-for-sunday-pool-sessions/#post-16245 Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:30:55 -0600 Nathan,

My registration email from the Saturday session states it runs through 2/29.

 

Sarah

]]> 0c261406b1c05f06937c61fc4345e2e4 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Can someone explain what changed at the MWA pool sessions? (Not the pool class) in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/can-someone-explain-what-changed-at-the-mwa-pool-sessions-not-the-pool-class/#post-15883 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 02:37:34 -0600 <p style=”text-align: left;”>Thank you, John!  It went well Saturday, Kay got in the boat for all of 5 minutes, but I’ll take what I can get ( at least she got in)!  The baby likes floating on her back, so much so it was pretty comical.  And Jacob loves to swim his heart out.  Next week I’ll hopefully get to paddle more!  Hope to see you soon…Read more

]]> 1fd538036f1c48d707cd915117e31630 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Thanks for all the help after my swim! in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/thanks-for-all-the-help-after-my-swim/#post-15882 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 02:22:10 -0600 Glad you weren’t hurt, Perfesser!

Sarah

]]> 000149a4d26297e02bdac69f24fb5706 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Can someone explain what changed at the MWA pool sessions? (Not the pool class) in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/can-someone-explain-what-changed-at-the-mwa-pool-sessions-not-the-pool-class/#post-15867 Sat, 18 Jan 2020 13:54:39 -0600 <p style=”text-align: left;”>Bill,</p>
No resemblance whatsoever!  Thank you for taking time to show your support!  Hope wet get to see you this spring!

We discussed this at the meeting on Tuesday and were able to find a solution we think will work for all involved parties.  One pool session will be a “family focused” session that will allow sw…Read more

]]> 7f67c82819e40e44615b5de6f8c87974 Sarah Watson started the topic Can someone explain what changed at the MWA pool sessions? (Not the pool class) in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/can-someone-explain-what-changed-at-the-mwa-pool-sessions-not-the-pool-class/ Sun, 12 Jan 2020 03:50:57 -0600 So we’ve been talking about the pool session with the kids all week, they were all excited to get to boat and swim.  I basically prepped all day to get us all ready.  Upon arrival, we unloaded the van, got the kids and ourselves changed, and went to get everyone’s PFDs on when we were handed a set of rules for the pool.  The second to last rule wa…Read more

]]> 3d6cceec4b8331b4b7338700466242f3 Sarah Watson replied to the topic MWA Picnic September 6-8 in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/mwa-picnic-september-6-8/#post-15552 Thu, 05 Sep 2019 00:52:16 -0500 I’m sorry for the late notice, but we won’t be able to make it.  Hope everyone has a wonderful time!!

Sarah

]]> 17182e5010489f446fe0a3e434f18241 Sarah Watson replied to the topic MWA Picnic September 6-8 in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/mwa-picnic-september-6-8/#post-15488 Thu, 15 Aug 2019 19:55:50 -0500 The Watsons are planning on coming.  2 adults, 3 kids, youngest doesn’t eat much yet 😀

Sarah

]]> 5aa82479208789f38c372a6e1d1294bc Sarah Watson started the topic Lost water bottle in the forum Lost and Found https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/lost-water-bottle-2/ Mon, 13 May 2019 17:10:06 -0500 This is a super long shot, but what the heck!

I lost a clear water bottle at Kitten’s on Sunday.  It has blue stripes and has Monsanto on it.  If you happen to find it, I’d appreciate a shout out!

Thanks,

Sarah

]]> b7308d168e69b713677073574de9edb1 Sarah Watson started the topic Lost water bottle in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/lost-water-bottle/ Mon, 13 May 2019 17:08:31 -0500 This is a super long shot, but what the heck!

I lost a clear water bottle at Kitten’s on Sunday.  It has blue stripes and has Monsanto on it.  If you happen to find it, I’d appreciate a shout out!

Thanks,

Sarah

 

]]> d1a8cfb9ea2ec19894e3605cd3fc0ea8 Sarah Watson started the topic Upper today, meet at MILLSTREAM at 1100 in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/upper-today-meet-at-millstream-at-1100/ Sun, 12 May 2019 12:06:48 -0500 Group of 3 of us, doing the Upper Saint Francis today if anyone wants to join.  We’re meeting at MILLSTREAM GARDENS, NOT D, at 1100.  See you there!

Sarah

]]> 75fb9bfe1eee3d4ac374bba3f6c55332 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Another great boater has passed. in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/another-great-boater-has-passed/#post-15186 Sat, 11 May 2019 04:52:55 -0500 My deepest condolences to Tish and the rest of his family.

Sarah Watson

]]> 800deeaf40cd6296987134d63181872c Sarah Watson started the topic Need to get something to clinic early Sunday am in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/need-to-get-something-to-clinic-early-sunday-am/ Sun, 28 Apr 2019 03:35:24 -0500 <p style=”text-align: left;”>I ended up with Sally’s instructor notes in my car (which is now in St Louis).  I have a copy I can email to someone, if they wouldn’t mind printing it off and taking them to her.  Her group is meeting at 8:30 at the Pavilion at D bridge.  I know Sally would appreciate it!!</p>
Sarah

Three – one- four. 221 – eight on…Read more

]]> 313d03c2846b46852cf759ead40abf2e Sarah Watson replied to the topic I need a river scout Friday in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/i-need-a-river-scout-friday/#post-15096 Sat, 27 Apr 2019 02:16:15 -0500 Thank you, Chuck!!  I appreciate all of your information and advice!!

Sarah

]]> 0de76bbbaa8fda29b7f447c0787956b8 Sarah Watson replied to the topic I need a river scout Friday in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/i-need-a-river-scout-friday/#post-15092 Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:37:27 -0500 Do you happen to know if there would be any good practice eddies on the Thompson to Whitener Ford section?  Looking for good eddy service to practice ferries, peel outs, etc with no consequences; but would like to let the students run a little moving water if possible.
<p style=”text-align: left;”>Thank you for all of the information, Chuck!  I r…Read more

]]> 6038a447a563f4ca6934e7873d8344f4 Sarah Watson started the topic Who's missing a watch - found in First Aid kit in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/whos-missing-a-watch-found-in-first-aid-kit/ Tue, 12 Mar 2019 04:45:36 -0500 While checking and updating the club’s first aid kit, I found a watch in one of the backpack’s pockets. This is likely from either the races, clinic, or maybe GAF last year?  I’ll try to remember to bring it with me to the meeting, or contact me and I’ll get it back to you.

 

Sarah

]]> 4f8ca90b98cf704d9a383ef95fc35ee6 Sarah Watson replied to the topic gasket replacement??? in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/gasket-replacement/#post-14392 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:35:36 -0600 Chris, thanks for the great tips and advice!!  I’ll have to remember the painters’s tape!!   When I did my neck gasket, I used a stock pot as the form.  We used zip ties to keep the gasket from slipping (Jon’s idea, not mine), it seemed to work well.  Since the rest of the suit leaks massively, I can’t really speak to the watertightness of the…Read more

]]> c67db90dd05a3318074d12e072122e1e Sarah Watson started the topic Need recommendations on Colorado family vacation spot in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/need-recommendatiions-on-colorado-family-vacation-spot/ Tue, 12 Feb 2019 03:48:57 -0600 We are looking for a good place in Colorado where we can take a family vacation.  (kids 7 mos. – 5 years old)  Looking for a kid friendly campground – playground, pool, a lake or river to fish in, nearby hiking; nice bath house a plus.  Adults would like to have some decent fishing if possible.  Probably not looking to do whitewater this trip, not…Read more

]]> 09496535cbe2339d64ef5e204ba382f4 Sarah Watson replied to the topic MWA Picnic 7-8-9 Sept in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/mwa-picnic-7-8-9-sept/#post-13305 Thu, 06 Sep 2018 21:08:05 -0500 I’m really sorry to miss it, but I  think we’re going to stay home.  Sorry for bailing at the last minute, just not sure about the weather with the kids.  Hope you all have a great weekend!!

Sarah Watson

]]> 8c8d16059ffc3a831bee9ad8dc9c50cc Sarah Watson replied to the topic MWA Picnic 7-8-9 Sept in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/mwa-picnic-7-8-9-sept/#post-13292 Thu, 30 Aug 2018 04:23:46 -0500 Our family will be there (2 adults, 2 kids).  I think we will come down late Friday evening.

Sarah Watson

]]> 8ebbb90eaa39e8b07032dc741dd5795b Sarah Watson replied to the topic Thursday Morning Boating in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/thursday-morning-boating/#post-13029 Thu, 28 Jun 2018 13:45:21 -0500 1030 ish.  Running a few minutes late.

Sarah

]]> b9c80ef982d75e0ad62b409d25b554ae Sarah Watson replied to the topic Opportunity for instructors in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/opportunity-for-instructors/#post-12916 Tue, 22 May 2018 00:57:05 -0500 The badge requirements suggest that this is 15-20 hours of instruction, in addition to a trip on a class I-II river.

]]> a80d0590d6900835bffa66383236dce3 Sarah Watson replied to the topic clinic ?? in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/clinic-8/#post-12458 Sat, 31 Mar 2018 03:25:22 -0500 John Holdmeier

]]> 404bdaaa91eaa79b63724994b1e9308b Sarah Watson replied to the topic ACA L4 Kayak Instructor Course in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/aca-l4-kayak-instructor-course/#post-12298 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 11:58:18 -0500 There is a community center in Valley Park, William Brignole Center.  St Louis Canoe and Kayak club has their meetings there.  I don’t have any contact information, but maybe they’d work with Ty if it’s available.

Sarah

]]> 33e7b844c5fa9f2f3bbfc523cd89bb11 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Winter Pool Sessions / Jan Feb in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/winter-pool-sessions-jan-feb/#post-11035 Tue, 28 Nov 2017 04:18:14 -0600 Hi Casara,

Saturday evening (earlier) works best for us with the kids, and thus is our preference.  Thank you for organizing this!!

Sarah

]]> c727316514c64192bef238316480d2fa Sarah Watson replied to the topic Video from Sunday in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/video-from-sunday/#post-10127 Wed, 03 May 2017 02:06:04 -0500 Those were monster waves.  I’m glad you all were ok!!!  Thank you for sharing, Curtis.

Sarah

]]> 036e9db0054daa84e9fa4d28dc34cc35 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Report from the Saint in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/report-from-the-saint-26/#post-9301 Fri, 17 Mar 2017 13:35:24 -0500 Kathy,  the American Whitewater site shows it as below recommended.  It says the Little Saint Gauge should be 4-7 and has it at 3.14.  I don’t know if it’s doable still at this level or not.  I guess you could do the Upper as a back up.

Sarah

]]> be165a43ae2c86c2eecc2299e05833c8 Sarah Watson started the topic Level/Monday in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/levelmonday/ Sun, 05 Mar 2017 22:51:16 -0600 Never mind, something came up.

Sarah

]]> 1dd1f482ca4789c43d485850e3087ad3 Sarah Watson started the topic Level/Monday in the forum General Discussion https://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/levelmonday/ Sun, 05 Mar 2017 22:51:16 -0600 Anyone know what the level is this afternoon?  Anyone up for a low water run tomorrow (with someone who hasn’t been on the Saint in over a year??)

Sarah

]]> 748443ea1a64149ea00160b64a263a89 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Race question/opinion in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/race-questionopinion/#post-8472 Wed, 08 Feb 2017 16:21:12 -0600 Hey Jim,

Will there be age group sub-categories for long and short boat classes?  Or only 3 classes total?

Thanks,

Sarah

]]> d22ce784f4a2bc9d3235db8bb6914c52 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Action needed by Feb. 10 for Water - New Info in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/action-needed-by-feb-10-for-water-new-info/#post-8471 Wed, 08 Feb 2017 16:13:53 -0600 Bump!!  The deadline is approaching.

]]> 1431d146033b48c52201ffb138a4c403 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Action needed by Feb. 10 for Water - New Info in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/action-needed-by-feb-10-for-water-new-info/#post-8415 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 05:47:24 -0600 Bump.

Sent mine tonight.

]]> 80f06fc4087af8fcb7778fa09f33ffb0 Sarah Watson started the topic Looking to buy kid size boat and paddle in the forum Gear Exchange http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/looking-to-buy-kid-size-boat-and-paddle/ Sat, 28 Jan 2017 20:31:23 -0600 Jacob had a blast at our first pool session, so now I’m in the market for a small kid size boat and paddle. Looking for a fun 1 or sidekick. Let me know if you’ve got one you’re interested in selling.

Thanks,
Sarah

]]> 2c6edc78fbb08d86c8b29de3b0a2b6d3 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Canoe / Kayak Trailer + Boats in the forum Gear Exchange http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/canoe-kayak-trailer-boats/#post-8317 Sat, 28 Jan 2017 20:06:01 -0600 Jason,

Did you share on St Louis Canoe and Kayak site too?

Sarah

]]> ec2a2ee9869d8e2d1cf02e123d994b02 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Remembering Gary in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/for-gary/#post-7828 Tue, 13 Dec 2016 05:45:39 -0600 Such a great man, and such fun to be around.  I just can’t believe this….

 

]]> 797d95eac714b2629a89a4439e97d0c2 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Filmy Fest 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/filmy-fest-2016-2/#post-7657 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 02:10:22 -0600 Thank you, Bilbo and Julie for a wonderful evening and your generous hospitality!!  The pizzas were delicious, and we had a fantastic time!  A special thank you to all the “big kids” who were so patient and kind to Jacob and the other little kids there – you all were just awesome!!  Jacob talked our ear off the entire way home, and was still ta…Read more

]]> dbf9958272883990c6662cdbbdf80f71 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-6163 Thu, 26 May 2016 01:56:45 -0500 All bunks are now full. Those staying in the bunkhouses with MWA can pick up their room keys at the General Store (its across the street from the outfitters store). If you get there after the store closes, your packet will be next to the brochures outside of the store. The bunkhouse assignments are as follows (numbers are mine, not NOCs):

#1 Dan…Read more

]]> 9eb1fd575328179610dda5a7b4f3263f Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-6135 Tue, 24 May 2016 02:01:41 -0500 Add Joe Marcineo to the bunk house, there is one male bunk left.

Sarah

]]> 26f8c0dc3aab9a846ea3813e21a4cb60 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-6088 Fri, 20 May 2016 01:14:04 -0500 We do have 2 male bunks available if anyone is interested, please call me at three-1-four-2-two-1-eight-one 8-4 if you want to join the bunkhouse group. Those staying in the bunkhouses with MWA can pick up their room keys at the General Store (its across the street from the outfitters store). If you get there after the store closes, your packet…Read more

]]> 6454b4a9311b4155a977dd404626903d Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-6088 Fri, 20 May 2016 01:14:04 -0500 We do have 2 male bunks available if anyone is interested, please call me at three-1-four-2-two-1-eight-one 8-4 if you want to join the bunkhouse group. Those staying in the bunkhouses with MWA can pick up their room keys at the General Store (its across the street from the outfitters store). If you get there after the store closes, your packet…Read more

]]> 7b23c1ff5a7d7b234d33abebe4a9d70b Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-5932 Thu, 12 May 2016 02:18:28 -0500 Add Jon and Bob Henderson to the list, and Maureen Wilson.  2 bunks left, 2 male or 1 couple.

Sarah

]]> b18ef20b1d87594c8da6db6e404d829d Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-5891 Tue, 10 May 2016 04:15:31 -0500 According to what I know at this time, it looks like the women’s bunk house is full.  We have 3 bunks left in the men’s bunk rooms, or 2 bunks in a couples room and 1 men’s bunk.  I have not checked the mail since Saturday, so do not know if there are additional paddlers who have signed up but not posted.  Please remember, I must receive your pa…Read more

]]> e0faecf5600191f6c859d2ee088a3e2f Sarah Watson replied to the topic Tuesday, May 10 - MWA Meeting at Olympia Kebob House in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/tuesday-may-10-mwa-meeting-at-olympia-kebob-house/#post-5890 Tue, 10 May 2016 03:57:49 -0500 Bump!!  Hope to see you all tomorrow!!

Sarah

]]> efd217790a214fe91721595052885fa2 Sarah Watson started the topic Tuesday, May 10 - MWA Meeting at Olympia Kebob House in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/tuesday-may-10-mwa-meeting-at-olympia-kebob-house/ Mon, 09 May 2016 02:45:19 -0500 Reminder:

The next MWA meeting is this Tuesday, May 10 at 7 pm at the Olympia Kebob House and Taverna; 1543 McCausland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63117. Come hang out with your boater friends and learn about upcoming events in the MWA.  Hope to see you all there!!

Sarah

]]> 2db3f5bf19090334ffa8017fd2246321 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-5879 Mon, 09 May 2016 02:32:18 -0500 I have the following people confirmed for bunks at NOC:

Diane McHenry

Karen Kyle

Sally Haywood

Ryan Oelzen

Luke Oelzen

Grant Oelzen

Zack Gaines

Chris Gaines

If you are not yet confirmed, I have not received your payment yet.  Payment may be mailed to the PO Box address listed in the first post in this thread, must be received by Friday, M…Read more

]]> e0ea260eadbf34d6935505c554f76c92 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-5864 Thu, 05 May 2016 03:04:45 -0500 Yes, we have plenty left.  We need the reservation and money by Friday, May 13.

]]> 4fa84ce1bd4a4631663cd535faa0a693 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Presidential "election," May 10 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/presidential-election-may-10/#post-5857 Wed, 04 May 2016 02:36:10 -0500 Bump!  “Election” is next week!

]]> 7e5a6c1e6fc60fc6a41bb18133c08b32 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Southeast Beginner Trip 2016 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/southeast-beginner-trip-2016/#post-5856 Wed, 04 May 2016 02:22:47 -0500 Still looking for a leader or co-leader.  Deadline to register is a week from this Friday.

Sarah

]]> d656f5da20a6cbb8f5867e00cc4fe8e8 Sarah Watson replied to the topic Presidential "election," May 10 in the forum General Discussion http://missouriwhitewater.org/forums/topic/presidential-election-may-10/#post-5722 Mon, 25 Apr 2016 02:31:16 -0500 Bump.

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