REGISTRATION FOR SSTIKS 2008 IS NOW CLOSED!
Final Schedule
Friday, June 13
| 8:00 AM | Check-In Desk Opens / Refreshments Available | |
| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Paddle Making Class |  |
| 9:00 - 9:15 AM | Safety Talk | |
| 9:30 - 11:30 AM | Instruction Session #1 | Kids Track Session #1 |
| NOON - 1:30 PM | Lunch on your own | |
| 1:30 - 3:30 PM | Instruction Session #2 | Kids Track Session #2 |
| 4:00 PM | Informal Rolling Demo | |
| 5:00 - 6:30 PM | Group Paddle | |
| 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Potluck Dinner at picnic shelter | |
| 8:00 - 8:15 PM | Welcome & Introductions | |
| 8:15 PM |
Evening Speaker: Vernon Doucett - “How we got here: The impact of native kayaks designs and skills on recreational kayaking.” |
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Saturday, June 14
| 8:00 AM | Check-In Desk Opens / Refreshments Available | |
| 9:00 - 9:15 AM | SSTIKS Welcome | |
| 9:15 - 9:30 AM | Safety Talk and Demo | |
| 9:45 AM - 11:30 AM | Instruction Session #3 | Kids Track Session #3 |
| Noon - 1:30 PM | Lunch Provided at picnic shelter | |
| 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Rolling Demo | |
| 2:30 - 4:30 PM | Instruction Session #4 | Kids Track Session #4 |
| 4:30 - 5:30 PM | The SSTIKS Race and fun paddle | |
| 6:30 PM | Silent Auction begins | |
| 6:30 - 7:30 PM | Meat/Potluck Dinner (Meat provided, bring side dish to share) | |
| 8:30 PM | Silent Auction Closes / Live Auction Starts | |
| 9:00 PM | Social Time | |
Sunday, June 15
| 8:00 AM | Refreshments Available | ||
| 9:00 - 11:30 AM | Informal Ropes Demo | Kids Barge Building | Informal Training on Beach |
| 9:00 - 11:00 AM | Boat Skinning Technique - Robert Morris | ||
| 10:00 - 11:30 AM | SSTIKS Games on Beach | ||
| 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM | Neoprene Craft Demo - John Doornink | ||
| 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Kids Barge Race | ||
| 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Lunch Provided at picnic shelter | ||
| 2:00 PM | Event Closes | ||
SCHEDULE LEGEND
| Expert Demos | Kids Classes |
Hands-on Instruction |
Meal Times | For Everyone |
Demo Boater’s Code of Conduct
One of the big benefits of an event like this is the ability to try a wide variety of different boats. Most of these boats are custom-built and, as such, are not generally available for most paddlers to try prior to purchasing or building. This opportunity will only exist as long as the boats' owners allow it to happen. You can do your part by following a few simple guidelines:
- Always ask permission of the boat’s owner prior to paddling any boat.
- Boats should be carried by carry handles, if present, or around the bow and stern if they are not. Do not lift or carry a boat by the deck lines, bungees, or rigging.
- When at all possible, do not carry a boat by yourself. This will help prevent injuries to both you and the boat. If you must carry a boat by yourself, make sure you position yourself at the balance point (cockpit) and be very careful of the bow and stern.
- Abide by all rules that the owner sets.
- If you adjust anything in the boat (seat, footbraces, etc.), move them back to their original position when you are done.
- Discuss what you plan to do (roll, rescue, class, short trip) with the owner. Abide by all time limits and restrictions.
- Return all boats AND equipment to the same spot where you borrowed it, unless you have made other arrangements with the owner.
- Ensure that all equipment is adequately secured prior to leaving it. Do not leave anything where it might be carried away by a rising tide, wave, or wake.
Remember, most of these boats are custom-made and took many hours of hard work. As such, do not enter a boat on land (even just to try the fit) without permission. When you are entering or exiting a boat to paddle, do so in the water. Do not run boats up on the beach or drag them over the beach. If you are not comfortable doing a floating entry or exit, ask someone to stabilize the boat for you.
Event schedule is subject to change. Registrants will receive e-mail or snail mail notice of updated schedule at least one week prior to weekend.
Required Equipment.
- PFD
- Dress for Immersion
- Whistles
- Kayak with adequate floatation