BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Missouri Whitewater Association - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Missouri Whitewater Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Missouri Whitewater Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240407T170000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230724T215142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T193055Z UID:10000100-1712390400-1712509200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Course - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE WAS CANCELLED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT \nAll day\, Saturday am – Sunday pm.  The course will be taught by Tom Burroughs (see below).  Registration is through Ozark Safety And Rescue Educators (OSRA).  Contact the instructor via email if you are interested. \nWilderness First Aid and/or CPR Registration (all except TRR) – https://www.cognitoforms.com/OSREIntrepid/RegistrationForSierraRescueInternationalWildernessFirstAidCourseApril672024AndorApril6thCPRCourse\n\nTRR Wilderness First Aid and/or CPR Registration (for veterans & service members) – https://www.cognitoforms.com/OSREIntrepid/TeamRiverRunnerRegistrationForSierraRescueInternationalWildernessFirstAidCourseApril672024AndorApril6th\nThis two-day (16 hours min) course immerses participants in basic wilderness medicine procedures\, preparing individuals to take immediate action when an outdoor activity doesn’t go as planned and 911 responders are hours away. Time is split between interactive classroom sessions and hands-on field scenarios to prepare participants and help them quickly develop basic backcountry medical care skills. The course focus is on patient assessment\, stabilization and emergency treatment of issues such as hypothermia and snakebites\, as well as understanding when and how to attempt evacuation. This course includes additional focus for paddlesports\, including wound cleaning and closure\, as well as the reduction of simple shoulder dislocations. Participants will emerge capable of calmly responding to a wide variety of emergency situations. \nAll mandatory program supplies and a course field guide are provided by Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators (OSRE) as part of the program cost.  Successful completion of the entire program will result in a three-year nationally recognized Wilderness First Aid Certification through Sierra Rescue International. \nWe will start promptly at 8:00 am and will be finishing by 5:30 pm both days. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete the waivers and paperwork.  Note\, a CPR course is offered Saturday night\, 4/6/24 (after WFA\, same location\, separate price). \nPlease be sure to dress in clothing that can get very dirty/stained as we will be outdoors repeatedly\, and it will likely be muddy and wet! We do use stage makeup\, which does not always wash out of clothing well. Basically\, prepare to be messy! We will be going outside regardless of weather conditions for practice\, so be sure to be prepared! We strongly suggest bringing a folding camp chair (we have found that some folks prefer them\, and we may do some classroom sessions outside\, if it is not raining).  We encourage you to bring an old tee shirt or two to cut up as part of our impromptu supplies practice. \nMeals: We strongly suggest bringing a sack lunch\, as we will only have 45 minutes total for lunch. You’re welcome to bring a cooler with your own food/drink. The Museum (classroom site) has a gift shop that sells simple snacks & beverages. \nLodging: There are nearby hotels & Airbnb. \nLocation: National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock and Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL 62024. \nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \nPlease read the letter that will be sent to registrants from the instructor and reach out if you have any questions\, to Tom about the course (see above); for other logistics\, to Sally Haywood 314-374-9206 ; or Melissa Sauter 314-681-9372   \nCost: $225. Minimum registrants 12 (for course to happen); Maximum 20. \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer. \nMilitary service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  For reimbursement\, the expectation is that use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-course-burroughs/ LOCATION:National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL\, 62024\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:38.871;-90.1512341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Great Rivers Museum 2 Lock And Dam Way East Alton IL 62024 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Lock And Dam Way:geo:-90.1512341,38.871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240407T120000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230503T140027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T230633Z UID:10000096-1712242800-1712491200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:TSRA Rendezvous – Cumberland 2024 DESCRIPTION:MWA folk have attended this eventin the past & enjoyed it.  In 2024 it will be the weekend after Easter\, April 4-7\, 2024.  Last year’s details on this link\, Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association – Rendezvous 2023 (paddletsra.org) \nPayment to Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association (TSRA). It is their annual Rendezvous – a family-friendly paddling celebration and fundraiser at Camp Nakanawa in Crossville\, Tennessee. Designed for paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.  Paddling trips ranging from Class I flatwater to Class IV whitewater are organized and led by experienced trip leaders.  Over five days\, groups spill out across the Cumberland Plateau and surrounding areas to tackle their favorite adventures.   \nYour registration includes accommodations in the camp’s rustic cabins and all weekend activities.  Weekend breakfast and dinner meal plan available\, $50.  \nREGISTER when it’s open! 2023 prices were: Adult = $70; Minor (10-17) = $35; Up to 9yr old = free. Saturday Only = $38. \n  URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/tsra-rendezvous-cumberland-2024/ LOCATION:TSRA – Camp Nakanawa\, 1084 Camp Nakanawa Rd\, Crossville\, TN\, 38571\, United States CATEGORIES:Trips GEO:36.0623168;-85.1949768 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=TSRA – Camp Nakanawa 1084 Camp Nakanawa Rd Crossville TN 38571 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1084 Camp Nakanawa Rd:geo:-85.1949768,36.0623168 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240315T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T150000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230322T135533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T133114Z UID:10000090-1710514800-1710687600@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:MWA Whitewater Championships 2024 ("the races") DESCRIPTION:Details to come.  See description of the 2023 races\, 56th Annual Missouri Whitewater Championships (MWC) – Missouri Whitewater Association URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/mwa-whitewater-championships-2024/ LOCATION:Millstream Gardens\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230810T200626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231118T000149Z UID:10000103-1709366400-1709485200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:ACA Swiftwater Rescue\, L4 - Bill Miles\, instructor DESCRIPTION:This course is being offered at the request of MWA & TRR.  The ACA L4 Swiftwater Rescue course teaches recognition and avoidance of common river hazards\, execution of self-rescue techniques\, and rescue techniques for paddlers in distress. Emphasis is placed both on personal safety and on simple\, commonly used skills. Fundamental and more advanced techniques for dealing with hazards that carry greater risks for both victim and rescuer\, such as strainers\, rescue vest applications\, entrapments\, and pins\, also are practiced.  We will cover boat-based rescue skills.  Scenarios will provide an opportunity for participants to practice their skills both individually and within a team/group context.  This course is perfect for anyone who uses float streams or whitewater.  We’ve all seen a canoe wrapped around a tree– you will be able to respond. \nDownload the full ACA Course description from the ACA \nReserve your spot: To save your spot\, contact the instructor (below). Registration will be open soon and managed via Earth’s Classroom\, Inc.\, www.earthsclassroom.org \nRequirements: thermal protection clothing\, a rescue life jacket (instructor can lend)\, good footwear\, a helmet\, a boat IF you want (not required).  Post registration\, the instructor will send a follow-up email to share additional details. \n\nLocation Information:  Class will start & end at Cinco de Mayo Campground – Riverside RV Park in Farmington. On-water experience will be at the St Francis River\, Millstream Gardens\, Missouri. Bring a cooler with your own food. We encourage you to book your accommodations with the Campground OR at nearby hotels or Airbnb. \n\n\nPlease read the letter that will be sent to registrants and reach out if you have any questions\, to Bill about the course;  for Questions about the campground\, call 573-326-9008. \nCost: $50 for registrants who initiated a MWA membership 8/1/23 or earlier. $200 for all others.  Minimum registrants 8 (for course to happen); Maximum 12. \n\nTaught by Bill Miles\, bjecroom@fidnet.com\, 573-437-7628 \nACA L-4 Whitewater Swiftwater Rescue Instructor\nACA L-4 Whitewater Canoe Instructor \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You will need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\n\nMilitary service members or veterans – Team River Runner (TRR) will likely have a renewal of a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally\, you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-swiftwater-rescue-l4-bill-miles-instructor/ LOCATION:Cinco De Mayo Campground\, 1042 Hwy H\, Farmington\, MO\, 63640\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:37.6940944;-90.4119416 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cinco De Mayo Campground 1042 Hwy H Farmington MO 63640 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1042 Hwy H:geo:-90.4119416,37.6940944 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T130000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220724T225037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T233514Z UID:10000058-1707642000-1707656400@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:MWA Pool Slalom 2024 DESCRIPTION:The annual pool slalom race.\n\n\n\nDetails from 2023– Mehlville Senior High Pool\, starts at 9:00am and will be last until the last racer\, about 2pm\, Registration is from 9 am to 1 pm. The setup starts at 8:15 am. Practice runs around 8:45 am after gates are set up. \n\n\n\nNote: entry fee is $10 for adults\, $5 for students. Veterans/TRR members and youth under age 12 free. No ACA event fee at Mehlville pool. Youth under 12 do only the first lap of the course. \n\n\n\nMehlville Senior High Pool (behind the high school) 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis\, MO 63125 \n\n\n\nThis event is open to the public. For all ages – beginners are welcome. Kayaks\, paddles and lifejackets are available to use free of charge. This pool is heated – come and get out of the cold! \n\n\n\nSpectators are Welcome\nQuestions?  Contact Mark Hromnak URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/pool-slalom-2024/ LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition GEO:38.5126306;-90.3144116 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mehlville Senior High Pool 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis MO 63125 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.:geo:-90.3144116,38.5126306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20231027T172926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T033911Z UID:10000114-1705689000-1705694400@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Race meeting for the 2024 Missouri Whitewater Championships DESCRIPTION:Race meeting for the 2024\, 57th Annual Missouri Whitewater Championships (MWC)\, Friday\, January 19\, 2024\, 6:30-8 pm\, hybrid– meaning face-to-face or via zoom\, link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81123451473?pwd=Q0F4blk1ZWs2MmFLZkJ0VUhwc0t3dz09 \nMike’s conference room at 3730 Foundry Way\, Suite 218 (City Foundry\, 2nd floor patio past PuttShack) \nQuestions?  Contact the Race Director\, Mike Leininger\, cell 860-367-5054 URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/race-meeting-for-the-2024-missouri-whitewater-championships/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20231005T145922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T192427Z UID:10000109-1697653800-1697659200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:First race meeting for the 2024 57th Annual Missouri Whitewater Championships DESCRIPTION:The first official race meeting for the 2024 57th Annual Missouri Whitewater Championships (MWC) will be held at 6:30 pm Wednesday\, October 18th\, in person and on Zoom. \nThe address for the in person meeting is 3730 Foundry Way\, Suite 218\, St. Louis. You can park in the City Foundry garage for free.  We will meet on the second-floor patio (on the side\, opposite from the garage) past the Putshack. \nZoom link\, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81009805715?pwd=bVBTeDhtMEN1UGwyUUhYZy9HNE9hZz09 \nAlso see MWA Message Board post\, October Race Meeting \nQuestions?  Contact the Race Director\, Mike Leininger\, cell 860-367-5054 URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/first-official-race-meeting-for-the-2024-57th-annual-missouri-whitewater-championships/ LOCATION:City Foundry\, 3730 Foundry Way\, Suite 218\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings GEO:38.6329958;-90.2393565 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=City Foundry 3730 Foundry Way Suite 218 St. Louis MO 63110 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3730 Foundry Way\, Suite 218:geo:-90.2393565,38.6329958 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T170000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230810T202551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T142904Z UID:10000104-1696665600-1696784400@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED - ACA Swiftwater Rescue\, L3/L4 – RJ Forth\, instructor DESCRIPTION:This course is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Please consider registering for this course April 6-7\, 2024\, https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-swiftwater-rescue-l4-bill-miles-instructor/ \n‐—————————- \nThis course is being offered at the request of MWA & Team River Runner (TRR).  This course will be action-packed and follow the American Canoe Association (ACA) curriculum\, a hybrid of L3 and L4.  It will be full of rescues for the day-to-day paddler.  All paddlers and paddle craft are welcome.  We will focus on the rescue skills you need to keep yourself safe on your favorite river.  The focus will be on all the necessities you need to enjoy your time on the river and not only enhance yourself\, but your fellow paddlers’ skills and comfort level.  Skills will include rescue philosophy\, rescue sequence\, boat-based rescues\, throw ropes\, wading\, swimming\, working with victims in the water\, incident commands for the everyday paddler\, and many more.  This course is perfect for anyone who uses float streams\, big rivers\, or whitewater. \nDownload the full ACA Course description from the ACA \nRegistration: To save your spot or for more information\, contact the instructor\, R.J. Forth (see below). \nRequirements: Thermal protection clothing\, a rescue life jacket (instructor can lend)\, good footwear\, a helmet\, a boat IF you want (not required).  Post registration\, the instructor will send a follow-up email to share additional details. \n\nLocation Information: SWR Class will start & end at Sunburst Ranch\, Caulfield\, MO.  On-water experience will be a stream that feeds the North Fork River.  Bring a cooler with your own food. We encourage you to book your accommodations with the Campground OR at nearby hotels or Airbnb. \n\n\nPlease read the letter that will be sent to registrants and reach out if you have any questions\, to R.J. Forth about the course;  for Questions about the campground\, (417) 284-3443 or info@sunburstranchcanoe.com. \nTuition Cost: $200.  Minimum registrants 8 (for course to happen); Maximum 24. \n\nTaught by R J. Forth\, Robert.forth@dss.mo.gov\, 620-249-2379. \nACA L4 Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer \nACA L4 Whitewater Canoe Instructor Trainer \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You will need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer. \n\nMilitary service members or veterans – Team River Runner (TRR) will likely have a renewal of a grant to enable TRR to reimburse St Louis Chapter members after the successful completion of this course.  If interested in reimbursement\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally\, you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-swiftwater-rescue-l3-l4-rj-forth-instructor/ LOCATION:Sunburst Ranch\, 776 Co Rd 352\, Caulfield\, MO\, 65626\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:36.6508471;-92.2204815 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunburst Ranch 776 Co Rd 352 Caulfield MO 65626 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=776 Co Rd 352:geo:-92.2204815,36.6508471 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230506 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230508 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220724T224839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T140839Z UID:10000057-1683331200-1683503999@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:2023 MWA Whitewater Clinic DESCRIPTION:See details and link to registration here\, Beginner/Intermediate Whitewater Clinic – Missouri Whitewater Association URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/2023-mwa-whitewater-clinic/ LOCATION:Silver Mines Campground\, Highway D\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:37.5972724;-90.6273444 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Silver Mines Campground Highway D Ironton MO 63650 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Highway D:geo:-90.6273444,37.5972724 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230203T182701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T023652Z UID:10000078-1682553600-1682899199@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:MWA Buffalo River Trip DESCRIPTION:We plan to put in at Ponca and take out at Pruitt (24.6-mile point-to-point).  We cover fewer river miles each day because we want to do a nice hike daily.  We expect it to be class I water with some class II riffles.  Please have experience on moving water. \nBuffalo Outdoor Center  (BOC) is at the put-in and they can do boat rental and/or car shuttles ($95 per vehicle to deliver it to take out\, no reservations). Some people may do their own shuttle\, if time and vehicles work out for that. It’s a 35 min drive one way to the Pruitt take-out. \nPlease make your travel arrangements and be at the Ponca put-in Thursday 4/27/2023 at 12:00 pm (noon). You can do 3 nights or less\, your choice.  If you don’t take out at Pruitt (after 3 nights)\, please arrange your own take-out plans\, perhaps with the BOC.  These two maps show our route: ponca-kyles.pdf and kyles_to_pruitt_map_revised_.pdf\, plus and take-out options prior to Pruitt (Ponca to Kyles Landing = 10.6 river miles; to Erbie = 16 miles; to Ozark = 21 miles). \nWe will pack our own sleeping and eating gear out of our canoe or touring kayak.  Please be prepared to be self-sustaining\, including a means to filter water\, be warm\, and to keep your possessions dry if you tip.  Current Buffalo River Levels. \nInformation\, contact Sally Haywood 314-374-9206 or Scott Owens 314-599-1177 .  We’ll start a text chain for those who have registered. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/mwa-buffalo-river-trip-april-27-30-2023/ LOCATION:Buffalo Outdoor Center\, 4699 AR 43 Hwy\, Ponca\, AR\, 72670\, United States CATEGORIES:Trips GEO:36.018931;-93.3574403 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buffalo Outdoor Center 4699 AR 43 Hwy Ponca AR 72670 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4699 AR 43 Hwy:geo:-93.3574403,36.018931 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230422 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230424 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20221108T020029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T032906Z UID:10000071-1682121600-1682294399@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:ACA Swiftwater Rescue DESCRIPTION:This course is perfect for anyone who uses float streams or whitewater– we’ve all seen a canoe wrapped around a tree.  The ACA L4 Swiftwater Rescue workshop teaches recognition and avoidance of common river hazards\, execution of self-rescue techniques\, and rescue techniques for paddlers in distress. Emphasis is placed both on personal safety and on simple\, commonly used skills. Fundamental and more advanced techniques for dealing with hazards that carry greater risks for both victim and rescuer\, such as strainers\, rescue vest applications\, entrapments\, and pins\, also are practiced. Scenarios will provide an opportunity for participants to practice their skills both individually and within a team/group context. \nDownload the full ACA Course description from the ACA \nReserve your spot below. We will follow up via email to get the additional details required to complete your registration.  Requirements: thermal protection clothing\, a rescue life jacket (instructor can lend)\, good foot wear\, a helmet\, a boat IF you want (not required). \n\nLocation Information:  Class will start & end at Cinco de Mayo Campground – Riverside RV Park in Farmington. On water experience will be at the St Francis River\, Millstream Gardens\, Missouri. Bring a cooler with your own food. We encourage you to book your accommodations with the Campground OR there are hotels & Airbnb nearby. \n\n\nPlease read the letter that will be sent to registrants and reach out if you have any questions\, to Tom about the course;  to Sally Haywood for other logistics\, haywood.sally@gmail.com\, 314-374-9206; for Questions about the campground\, call 573-326-9008. \nCost: $175. Minimum registrants 8 (for course to happen); Maximum 24. \n\nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\n\nMilitary service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-l4-swiftwater-rescue/ LOCATION:Cinco De Mayo Campground\, 1042 Hwy H\, Farmington\, MO\, 63640\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:37.6940944;-90.4119416 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cinco De Mayo Campground 1042 Hwy H Farmington MO 63640 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1042 Hwy H:geo:-90.4119416,37.6940944 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230420 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220130T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T175230Z UID:10000046-1681776000-1681948799@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Course - MWA & MRWTA DESCRIPTION:This two-day course immerses participants in basic wilderness medicine procedures\, preparing individuals to take immediate action when an outdoor activity doesn’t go as planned and 911 responders are hours away. Time is split between interactive classroom sessions and hands-on field scenarios to prepare participants and help them quickly develop basic backcountry medical care skills. The course focus is on patient assessment\, stabilization and emergency treatment of issues such as hypothermia and snakebites\, as well as understanding when and how to attempt evacuation. This course includes additional focus for paddlesports\, including wound cleaning and closure\, as well as the reduction of simple shoulder dislocations. Participants will emerge capable of calmly responding to a wide variety of emergency situations. \nAll mandatory program supplies and a course field guide are provided by Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators (OSRE) as part of the program cost. \nSuccessful completion of the entire program will result in a three-year nationally recognized Wilderness First Aid Certification through Sierra Rescue International. \n\nWe will start promptly at 7:30 am and will be finishing by 5:00 pm both days. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete the waivers and paperwork.  Note\, a CPR course is offered Monday\, 4/17/23 (the day prior\, same location\, separate price). \n\nPlease be sure to dress in clothing that can get very dirty/stained as we will be outdoors repeatedly\, and it will likely be muddy and wet! We do use stage makeup\, which does not always wash out of clothing well. Basically\, prepare to be messy! We will be going outside regardless of weather conditions for practice\, so be sure to be prepared! We strongly suggest bringing a folding camp chair (we have found that some folks prefer them\, and we may do some classroom sessions outside if it is not raining).  We encourage you to bring an old tee shirt or two to cut up as part of our impromptu supplies practice.\n\nLocation Information: National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL 62024.\n\nWe strongly suggest bringing a sack lunch\, as we will only have 45 minutes total for lunch. You’re welcome to bring a cooler with your own food/drink.  The Museum (classroom site) has a gift shop that sells simple snacks & beverages.  There are nearby hotels & Airbnb. \nPlease read the letter that will be sent to registrants from the instructor and reach out if you have any questions\, to Tom about the course; for other logistics\, to Sally Haywood 314-374-9206 ; or Melissa Sauter 314-681-9372  \n\n\n\nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655\n\n\n\n\nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \nCost: $225. Minimum registrants 10 (for course to happen); Maximum 20. \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\n\nMilitary service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR.\n\n  \nRegister Now URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-course/ LOCATION:National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL\, 62024\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://missouriwhitewater.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/F17D0640-14B9-4530-959E-08FED0C4B9C3.jpeg GEO:38.871;-90.1512341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Great Rivers Museum 2 Lock And Dam Way East Alton IL 62024 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Lock And Dam Way:geo:-90.1512341,38.871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230417T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230417T170000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230308T213259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T012126Z UID:10000088-1681740000-1681750800@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:CPR - adult\, child\, & infant\, With Tom Burroughs DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nThis three-hour Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification course is an official training in the basic emergency medical procedure against cardiac arrest. The courses teaches people how to execute chest compression with artificial ventilation or an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED).  The goal is to preserve a person’s organ/brain function and avoid tissue decompensation until medical help can be engaged.  The course will cover these processes for adults\, children\, and infants. \nAll mandatory program supplies and a course field guide are provided by Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators (OSRE) as part of the program cost. \nSuccessful completion of the entire program will result in a two-year nationally recognized CPR Certification through American CPR. We will start promptly at 2:00 pm and will be finishing by 5:00 pm. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete the waivers and paperwork. \nLocation Information: National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL 62024. \nYou’re welcome to bring a cooler with your own food/drink.  The Museum (classroom site) has a gift shop that sells simple snacks & beverages.  There are nearby hotels & Airbnb. \nPlease read the letter that will be sent to registrants from the instructor and reach out if you have any questions\, to Tom about the course; for other logistics\, to Sally Haywood 314-374-9206 haywood.sally@gmail.com; or Melissa Sauter 314-681-9372\, info@mississippiriverwatertrail.org \nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \n\nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair\nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer\n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient\nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor\nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor\nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports\nMember- Wilderness Medical Society\n\n  \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\nMilitary service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR. \nCost: $50 \nRegister Now URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/cpr-full-adult-child-infant-mwa-mrwta/ LOCATION:National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL\, 62024\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://missouriwhitewater.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/what-is-cpr-certification-465x326-1.jpg GEO:38.871;-90.1512341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Great Rivers Museum 2 Lock And Dam Way East Alton IL 62024 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Lock And Dam Way:geo:-90.1512341,38.871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230417 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20221108T022826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T005055Z UID:10000037-1681516800-1681689599@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:ACA L3 & L4 Kayak Instructor Recert DESCRIPTION:This two-day course completes the requirements by the ACA to be re-certified to teach every 4 years. \nReserve your spot below. We will follow up via email for any additional details required to complete your registration. \nAll registrants should be previous ACA L3 or L4 Kayak instructors who have recently expired and have asked for an extension or are about to expire.  See the instructor expectations listed here: \n\nLevel 3: River Kayaking ( Skills Course Skills Assessment Instructor Criteria )\nLevel 4: Whitewater Kayaking ( Skills Course Skills Assessment Instructor Criteria )\n\nThe course will be based out of Cinco de Mayo Campground – Riverside RV Park in Farmington and the St Francis River\, Millstream Gardens. \nCost: $175. Minimum registrants 5 (for course to happen); Maximum 10. \nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \n\nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\n\n\nMilitary service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-l3-l4-instructor-recert/ LOCATION:Cinco De Mayo Campground\, 1042 Hwy H\, Farmington\, MO\, 63640\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:37.6940944;-90.4119416 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cinco De Mayo Campground 1042 Hwy H Farmington MO 63640 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1042 Hwy H:geo:-90.4119416,37.6940944 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230415 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20221108T015452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T183848Z UID:10000070-1681084800-1681516799@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:ACA L4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Certification DESCRIPTION:This five-day (40 hours min) course prepares participants to be able to teach and model the paddling skills\, technical knowledge\, rescue ability\, teaching ability\, group management\, and interpersonal skills needed to teach whitewater kayaking (Class III). \nCourse Prerequisites – include the skills described in the ACA Level 4 Whitewater Kayaking Skills Assessment\, which include: \n\nA roll that works in in Class III water\nCompletion of the appropriate level skills course or equivalent skills; and assessment\nAn ACA SWR class is strongly suggested\, but not required\n\nDownload the full course description.  \nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \nCost: $550. Minimum registrants 4 (for course to happen); Maximum 10. \nThe course will be based out of Cinco de Mayo Campground – Riverside RV Park in Farmington and the St Francis River\, Millstream Gardens. \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy for MWA members.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\n\nFor military service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR.\n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-l4-whitewater-kayak-instructor-certification-2/ LOCATION:Cinco De Mayo Campground\, 1042 Hwy H\, Farmington\, MO\, 63640\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:37.6940944;-90.4119416 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cinco De Mayo Campground 1042 Hwy H Farmington MO 63640 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1042 Hwy H:geo:-90.4119416,37.6940944 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230402 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230206T171023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T171023Z UID:10000086-1680220800-1680393599@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:GATEWAY OUTDOOR EXPO - MWA booth DESCRIPTION:This is a FREE public expo\, showcasing the latest outdoor products\, services\, and resources — plus interactive attractions and demos — all in a festive\, family-friendly environment. \nMWA will have a booth. Volunteers needed during the 2-day event and for setup Thursday\, 29th\, contact Jo Newbold. \nLearn more about the event on their website. \nHOURS & LOCATION \n\n\nThursday\, March 30 – VIP/Vendor Party at Schlafly Tap Room\, 6 pm – 9 pm\nFriday\, March 31\, 10 am – 6 pm\nSaturday\, April 1\, 10 am – 5 pm URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/gateway-outdoor-expo-mwa-booth/ LOCATION:Tower Grove Park\, 4257 Northeast Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings GEO:38.6081314;-90.2569493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tower Grove Park 4257 Northeast Drive St. Louis MO 63110 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4257 Northeast Drive:geo:-90.2569493,38.6081314 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220209T173324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230312T203926Z UID:10000038-1679162400-1679173200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:2023 MWC Race Banquet DESCRIPTION:Come join us after the first day of racing for a banquet. \nAwards will be given from the Friday Downriver &  Saturday Slalom classes after dinner. \nBanquet doors open at 6 PM\, dinner served at 7 PM. \nAfter on-line sales close\, Tickets are sold Saturday at the sales table until the event is sold-out. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/mwc-race-banquet/ LOCATION:Fredericktown Eagles Lodge\, 411 Burris\, Fredericktown\, MO\, United States GEO:37.5697488;-90.2872848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fredericktown Eagles Lodge 411 Burris Fredericktown MO United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=411 Burris:geo:-90.2872848,37.5697488 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230320 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220724T223920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T180418Z UID:10000056-1679011200-1679270399@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:2023 MWA Whitewater Championships DESCRIPTION:For more information or to register\, visit our race page URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/2023-mwa-whitewater-championships/ LOCATION:Millstream Gardens\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230306 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20221108T013224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T185355Z UID:10000069-1677888000-1678060799@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid for Paddlers Course DESCRIPTION:This two-day course immerses participants in basic wilderness medicine procedures\, preparing individuals to take immediate action when an outdoor activity doesn’t go as planned and 911 responders are hours away. Time is split between interactive classroom sessions and hands-on field scenarios to prepare participants and help them quickly develop basic backcountry medical care skills. The course focus is on patient assessment\, stabilization and emergency treatment of issues such as hypothermia and snakebites\, as well as understanding when and how to attempt evacuation. This course includes additional focus for paddlesports\, including wound cleaning and closure\, as well as the reduction of simple shoulder dislocations. Participants will emerge capable of calmly responding to a wide variety of emergency situations. \nAll mandatory program supplies and a course field guide are provided by Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators (OSRE) as part of the program cost. \nSuccessful completion of the entire program will result in a three-year nationally recognized Wilderness First Aid Certification through Sierra Rescue International. \nWe will start promptly at 8am and will be finishing by 5:30pm both days. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete the waivers and paperwork.\n\nPlease be sure to dress in clothing that can get very dirty/stained as we will be outdoors repeatedly\, and it will likely be muddy and wet! We do use stage makeup\, which does not always wash out of clothing well. Basically\, prepare to be messy! We will be going outside regardless of weather conditions for practice\, so be sure to be prepared! We strongly suggest bringing a folding camp chair (we have found that some folks prefer them\, and we may do some classroom sessions outside if it is not raining).  We encourage you to bring an old tee-shirt or two to cut up as part of our impromptu supplies practice.\n\nLocation Information: Paddle Stop 1100 Miller Street\, New Haven\, MO.\n\nWe strongly suggest bringing a sack lunch OR order food on site both days\, as we will only have 45 minutes total for lunch. \nThe Paddle Stop can sell breakfast (7:30 am)\, lunch & Saturday dinner. You’re welcome to bring a cooler with your own food / drink\, which you consume in the classroom (vs the restaurant). Their Paddle Stop Brewery will likely have live music Sat. night\, so feel free to have folks meet you. \nThere is free\, first-come-first serve\, rustic camping across the street (with fire rings & picnic tables) or under a pavilion on concrete\, with an adjacent bath/shower building.  Nearby there are hotels (e.g. Central Hotel and Zia’s) & Airbnb. \nPlease read the letter sent to registrants and reach out if you have any questions\, to Tom about the course;  to Sally Haywood for other logistics\, haywood.sally@gmailcom\, 314-374-9206. \n\nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer Educator\nACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue team\nDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \nCost: $175. Minimum registrants 8 (for course to happen); Maximum 20. \nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy.  MWA reimburses for certain trainings with an MWA volunteer commitment expectation. You do need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.\n\nMilitary service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Tom Cooke\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or 314-707-0150.  Ideally you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR.\n\n  \nRegister Now URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-for-paddlers-course/ LOCATION:Paddle Stop\, 1100 Miller Street\, New Haven\, MO\, 63068\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:38.6138183;-91.2133713 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Paddle Stop 1100 Miller Street New Haven MO 63068 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1100 Miller Street:geo:-91.2133713,38.6138183 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230212T103000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230204T154700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T141746Z UID:10000081-1676192400-1676197800@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:February Race Meeting DESCRIPTION:Face-to-face (with zoom option) meeting for the 56th Annual Missouri Whitewater Championships (MWC).\nAll welcome. \nPlan to paddle the Saint Francis afterwards. \nQuestions: or Mike Leininger \nThank you for your help! URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/february-race-meeting/ LOCATION:Huddlehouse – Fredericktown\, 1261 MO-72\, Fredericktown\, MO\, 63645\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition,Meetings GEO:37.5609211;-90.3187242 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Huddlehouse – Fredericktown 1261 MO-72 Fredericktown MO 63645 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1261 MO-72:geo:-90.3187242,37.5609211 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230115 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20221202T192733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T192733Z UID:10000074-1673654400-1673740799@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:St. Francis Clean Up with Stream Team DESCRIPTION:Stream Team 6414\, MWA\, and Stream Teams united are leading a clean-up on the Saint Francis. \nVolunteers needed for access clean up\, on-water clean up\, and trail maintenance. \nContact Jeff Clawges for more details\, claegesja@msn.com\, 636-578-5719\, or reply to the message board. All are welcome. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/st-francis-clean-up-with-stream-team/ LOCATION:Millstream Gardens\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States CATEGORIES:Conservation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T210000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20230106T173747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T173747Z UID:10000076-1673551800-1673557200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:January Race Meeting (Hybrid) DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our race first meeting of 2023 – in-person at Muv’s (Casara’s) office or on Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84537540171 \nGetting there: \nThe best way to get to Muv’s office is to park in the back of the West Port Plaza Complex ( Go under Kobe’s\, the road just to the left of Starbucks ) and turn right\, park near the 940 building. \nWalk through the 940 building and look for the Muv sign right under the brick archway\, first door on the right. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/january-race-meeting-hybrid/ LOCATION:Muv\, 738 W Port Plaza Dr\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States GEO:38.7018017;-90.4470198 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Muv 738 W Port Plaza Dr St. Louis MO 63146 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 W Port Plaza Dr:geo:-90.4470198,38.7018017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T210000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220724T230308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T170639Z UID:10000061-1673377200-1673384400@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:January General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our first meeting of 2023 – in-person at Muv’s office or on Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84537540171 \nGetting there: \nThe best way to get to Muv’s office is to park in the back of the West Port Plaza Complex ( Go under Kobe’s\, the road just to the left of Starbucks ) and turn right\, park near the 940 building. \nWalk through the 940 building and look for the Muv sign right under the brick archway\, first door on the right. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/january-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Muv\, 738 W Port Plaza Dr\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings GEO:38.7018017;-90.4470198 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Muv 738 W Port Plaza Dr St. Louis MO 63146 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 W Port Plaza Dr:geo:-90.4470198,38.7018017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230108T200000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220729T190234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T032049Z UID:10000065-1673197200-1673208000@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking DESCRIPTION:6 Week Session | Sundays – Jan 8-Feb 19 | 5pm-8pm.\nCost: $100 \nThe Mehlville School District and the Missouri Whitewater Association provide instruction to help build your whitewater kayaking skills. Master the strokes and braces needed to navigate the waters. Learn the components to expertly roll a whitewater kayak with one-on-one poolside instruction. *Kayak\, paddle and skirt available for students over 15 years of age. \nRegistration can be found under Winter/Spring 2023 tab on Mehlville’s Community Enrichment Website \nVisit Mehlville’s Website URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/fundamentals-of-whitewater-kayaking-3/ LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:38.5126306;-90.3144116 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mehlville Senior High Pool 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis MO 63125 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.:geo:-90.3144116,38.5126306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230107T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230107T170000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20221208T163449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T183236Z UID:10000075-1673103600-1673110800@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Open Pool Sessions Start DESCRIPTION:Pool Sessions are returning to the Mehlville Pool for January & February 2023.  8 weeks of 2-hour pool sessions starting January 7 & 8. \nSelect either Saturdays 3-5 pm or Sundays Noon-2pm. \nRegister at Mehlville Community Enrichment (registration is open). \nStill looking for volunteers to coordinate each session (Sat or Sun) contact leadership@missouriwhitewater.org if interested. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/open-pool-sessions-start/ LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:38.5126306;-90.3144116 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mehlville Senior High Pool 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis MO 63125 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.:geo:-90.3144116,38.5126306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T200000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220729T185814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T031925Z UID:10000064-1667149200-1667160000@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking DESCRIPTION:6 Week Session | Sundays – Oct 30-Dec 18 | 5pm-8pm\nCost: $100\nThe Mehlville School District and the Missouri Whitewater Association provide instruction to help build your whitewater kayaking skills. Master the strokes and braces needed to navigate the waters. Learn the components to expertly roll a whitewater kayak with one-on-one poolside instruction. *Kayak\, paddle and skirt available for students over 15 years of age\nVisit Mehlville’s Website\nClick Kayak Classes to view availability and register. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/fundamentals-of-whitewater-kayaking-2/ LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:38.5126306;-90.3144116 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mehlville Senior High Pool 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis MO 63125 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.:geo:-90.3144116,38.5126306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220729T193025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T193025Z UID:10000066-1664020800-1664035200@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Kayaking for a day at Drost Park DESCRIPTION:Come out and Kayak with us for FREE at Drost Park in Maryville IL.\nBoats\, gear\, safety personnel is all provided.  You will be assigned an hour during the day to kayak.\nThere will be a short Safety Orientation\, then you will pick a life jacket\, a paddle\, a boat\, and launch onto the lake. Safety boaters will be on the lake to assist you. We have a variety of kayaks for you to chose from and a limited number of paddle boards also. Boaters less than 10 years of age are not allowed to kayak solo. We do have a minimum number of tandems that an adult and child can share. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.\n\nDrost Park is located off Vadalabene Drive\, then south on Schiber Court past Alfonzo’s Pizzeria to Myron Provence Parkway which is the park entrance. Visit the website: www.vil.maryville.il.us for a map to Drost Park.\n\nBrought to you by members of the Mississippi River Water Trail\, Alpine Shop\, St. Louis Canoe and Kayak Club and Team River Runner. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/kayaking-for-a-day-at-drost-park/ LOCATION:Drost Park\, Maryville\, IL\, 62062\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220911T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220911T200000 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220729T185402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T031905Z UID:10000063-1662915600-1662926400@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Whitewater Kayaking DESCRIPTION:6 Week Session | Sundays – Sept 11-Oct 23 | 5pm-8pm\nCost: $100\nThe Mehlville School District and the Missouri Whitewater Association provide instruction to help build your whitewater kayaking skills. Master the strokes and braces needed to navigate the waters. Learn the components to expertly roll a whitewater kayak with one-on-one poolside instruction.\n*Kayak\, paddle and skirt available for students over 15 years of age. \nVisit Mehlville’s Website\nClick Kayak Classes to view availability and register. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/fundamentals-of-whitewater-kayaking/ LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training GEO:38.5126306;-90.3144116 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mehlville Senior High Pool 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis MO 63125 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.:geo:-90.3144116,38.5126306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220912 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220518T173433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T003652Z UID:10000053-1662681600-1662940799@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:Annual MWA Members Picnic DESCRIPTION:Our annual members picnic will be held at SilverMines Campground – Join us for camping\, paddling and fun Friday night – Sunday morning. \nSchedule: \nFriday night – set up your camp site and join us for a social gathering at the Riverside Pavilion.\nThe Silver Mines group site is reserved and camping included for all current MWA members. \nSaturday –  enjoy a float on the Black River – more details to come.\nIf you haven’t already signed your annual MWA ACA waiver and intent to paddle with us – please sign the waiver here. \nFollowing the float\, we’ll have our catered dinner at 6pm at the Silver Mines Riverside Pavilion.\nPurchase meal tickets below\, online sales will end on 9-6-2022 to help the caterer with headcount. \nThe MWA Annual Meeting will occur at 7pm after dinner. \nSunday – pack up your camp site and enjoy the morning with your MWA friends\, some may go for a hike or another day on the river. URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/annual-mwa-members-picnic/ LOCATION:Silver Mines Campground\, Highway D\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States GEO:37.5972724;-90.6273444 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Silver Mines Campground Highway D Ironton MO 63650 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Highway D:geo:-90.6273444,37.5972724 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220817T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220817T204500 DTSTAMP:20260927T070037 CREATED:20220724T230125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T230125Z UID:10000060-1660764600-1660769100@missouriwhitewater.org SUMMARY:August Training Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:We will send out the zoom link to all RSVPs. \nAny questions\, contact training@missouriwhitewater.org URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/august-training-committee-meeting/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR