The Play Plan: Schedule of Activities
11am – 2pm
Paddling demos • Speakers' Circle •. Connect & Learn
Oregon Paddle Sports (OPS) • oregonpaddlesports.com
Demos: Kayak, canoe, paddle board and Hobie demos. Brands: Eddyline, Delta, Mocean, Wenonah, Glide, Current Designs, Hobie.
Adults & children welcome (waiver required)
OPS Paddle Talks
OPS will present a land-based paddling talk to help fine-tune paddling. Can be performed in chair or standing.
Adults & children welcome
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Speakers' Circle: Kayak safety and requirements
Info & handouts on paddling safety
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Hug-a-Tree & Survive Tips • www.adventuresmart.ca/programs/hug-a-tree-and-survive
If a child should become lost in the woods, hugging a tree can help them stay safe, and be found. Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements, and keeps lost children in the same place, which makes it easier for searchers to find them. Learn 4 points to remember and teach the children in your life.
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Oregon Washington Kayaking Adventurers (OWKA) •. meetup.com/oregon-washington-kayaking-adventurers-owka
Speakers' Circle: Kayak Rigging: What are all those ropes for on the deck on your kayak?
Info about OWKA – Paddling trips in the greater Willamette Valley, Southern Washington for all levels & abilities to get together for day and overnight trips and social events.
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Siuslaw National Forest •. nfs.fs2c.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw
Speakers' Circle: Snowy plovers & Responsible Recreation: How hikers and paddlers can help protect them
Info table: Hiking, paddling, and recreation opportunities on Siuslaw National Forest as well as information about Snowy Plovers and restrictions during nesting season.
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Siuslaw Watershed Council •. www.siuslaw.org
Info: Learn about the Siuslaw Watershed Council (SWC)'s ongoing restoration projects and opportunities for involvement.
SWC is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration, protection and stewardship of the Siuslaw Watershed. For more than 25 years, since 1997, the Council has worked with a diverse group of landowners, stakeholders, partners, industries and agencies to improve and protect our watershed.
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Trailkeepers of Oregon. •. trailkeepersoforegon.org
Trail Party at Chief Tsiltcoos in the morning 9am -12pm plus table with info. Learn more and sign up at:
trailkeepersoforegon.org/event/siuslaw-playshop-chief-tsiltcoos-trail-party-central-coast
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Florence eBike • florenceebike.com
Florence eBike will be hosting an easy 8-mile eBike ride starting at Darlings at noon. The route will take the group to Clear Lake Road, taking that to Canary Road, then back to Darlings Marina to enjoy the PlayShop. The ride will start at 12pm and take about 1hour. Learn more about the group's activities at www.facebook.com/groups/florenceebike
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2 – 4 pm
Community Paddle
Join fellow paddlers to explore Siltcoos Lake. Launch your own boat, try out a boat from Oregon Paddle Sports, or rent one from Darlings. All paddlers are responsible for their own safety and gear. Each individual is required to manage their own safety with proper gear and skill set. Bring water, snacks, and sunscreen!
4 – 6 pm
Family/Community Picnic
We'll end our day of learning and exploring with a lakeside family and community picnic. Free hot dog meals will be available for the first 100 people and Darlings restaurant will be open for business. Bring your picnic blankets or camping chairs and enjoy the view.
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Representatives from the following organizations will be at the picnic to share their expertise:
Trailkeepers of Oregon. •. trailkeepersoforegon.org
Learn about local trails and how you can get involved in helping keep our trails safe and usable.
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Oregon Washington Kayaking Adventurers (OWKA) •. meetup.com/oregon-washington-kayaking-adventurers-owkaLearn Learn about paddling trips in the greater Willamette Valley, Southern Washington for all levels & abilities to get together for day and overnight trips and social events.
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Oregon Paddle Sports (OPS) • oregonpaddlesports.com
Ask the experts about paddling equipment, techniques, and learning opportunities.
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Siuslaw PlayShop: Let's Paddle and Go Hiking
ORGANIZING PARTNERS
