Class locations: all classes are held in the Eugene area. Flatwater classes are mostly held at Fern Ridge, and moving water classes are mostly held on sections of the Willamette and McKenzie. Locations vary based on water levels and other factors.

Friday, May 2nd - Siuslaw PlayShop and Demo

We are proud to collaborate with the Florence Oregon Area Kayakers for the third year running on this awesome event! The Siuslaw PlayShop is NOT your ordinary workshop. It’s for those who love to PLAY outdoors and explore waterways and trails on the Central Oregon Coast. Join us to experience our unique area, participate in paddle and/or hiking demos, and connect with others who share your enthusiasm with the outdoors. Oregon Paddle Sports will be bringing our premium kayak, canoe, and SUP fleet for a family-friendly demo from 11-2. See you out there!

List of boats coming soon on Facebook…

Friday, May 16th through Sunday, May 18th - ClackFest

The Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival is a fun filled weekend of whitewater racing with camping, clinics, food, music, beer garden, and more! We'll be there with a bunch of donations for prizes!

Saturday, June 7th and Sunday, June 8th - Swiftwater Rescue Two Day Course

The course covers essential skills for recreational users. Topics include accident prevention, technical rescues, and scene management. Emphasis is on personal safety and practical techniques. You'll practice handling hazards like entrapments, knots/ropes and participate in scenarios to hone your skills individually and as part of a team. No previous rescue experience required, but a good attitude is essential and comfort swimming and/or boating is a definite plus. Taught by Callay Boire-Shedd, ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue Instructor.

Sunday, June 15th - Wenonah Canoe "Paddle with the Pros" Clinic and Demo

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the pros at Wenonah Canoe! We'll learn about paddle strokes, proper technique, and how to choose the right canoe for you. And to wrap it up, we’ll end with an hour of open demo! More details, canoe list, and sign up information to follow.

Location: Fern Ridge, exact park TBD

Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th - Swiftwater Rescue Two Day Course

The course covers essential skills for recreational users. Topics include accident prevention, technical rescues, and scene management. Emphasis is on personal safety and practical techniques. You'll practice handling hazards like entrapments, knots/ropes and participate in scenarios to hone your skills individually and as part of a team. No previous rescue experience required, but a good attitude is essential and comfort swimming and/or boating is a definite plus. Taught by Callay Boire-Shedd, ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue Instructor.

Saturday, September 13th and Sunday, September 14th - Two Day Rowing Course with Dove Miller

Join us for this two day, on-the-water course on how to row! Over the weekend, the class will go over reading water and identifying hazards, an overview of equipment, basics of safety and rescue skills, and the fundamentals of maneuvering a raft. Depending on participants ability levels, we can always opt for more challenge! Taught by Dove Miller, guide with twenty years experience on trips big and small. 

Check back soon for more events!