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River Runner Blog
A lot of the content we develop is for members only and shared through our newsletter Cascade Currents. If you haven’t already joined, we strongly encourage you to become a member of the Lower Columbia Canoe Club!
Our emphasis on safety and knowledge of local runs are defining characteristics of the LCCC. As such, we’ll occasionally post safety articles that originally ran in Cascade Currents, or trip reports on local runs, here on our Blog.
No permit? No problem!
Member Bill Brock suggests that if we don’t get a permit from recreation.gov, we can go paddling in North Idaho where there are some beautiful big rivers that do not require permits.
Let’s Paddle Friendly Creeks
Member John Saltveit says not all creekin’ is gnarly; sometimes it’s chill and lovely. He knows several gentle creeks in our area and is happy to show them to us. Usually for a small stream to run big enough for paddlIng, it has to RAIN.
On gauges: How do they do that?
Member Mark Taratoot examines U.S. gauging systems and how it’s all done. What’s the difference between stage and flow?
Escaping life’s cares on Upper Priest Lake
Member Bill Brock gives us the details on a delightful paddling trip to Priest Lake.
How to Survive a Big Club Trip
Courtney Wilton reflects on leading large club groups, after having led a trip a week on the White Salmon all summer and co-led a couple of larger groups in the fall.
the LCCC Canoe Library
The LCCC has a stash of great canoes that members can borrow! You don’t have to drive your old boat across the country. If you want your new boat, you’ll have to bring it.
Trip Report: Murtle Lake, BC
Member Dennis Pennell continues to explore the wilder places in the Pacific Northwest.
new Klamath class 4 run OPEN: Kikacéki Canyon
Freed by the removal of dams, this short, exciting run is only 20 miles from I-5.
The Mama Bear Swim Team
TIPS FOR WHITEWATER SWIMMING
Don’t stand up.
Defensive and aggressive swimming are both useful techniques.
Hang onto your paddle and use it.
Save your energy.
Time your breaths.
Put your boat where you want it.
Wear a good life jacket.
**and for the record, Nick in the blue canoe did NOT swim Mama Bear.
Trip Report: North Fork Quinault River
Another one for the “someday list”, member Dennis Pennell got to explore another wilderness gem using his trusty packraft.