Saint John Fundy Paddlers Club HomePage

Welcome to the website for the Fundy Paddlers of Saint John, New Brunswick.
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Welcome to 2012

We had a fantastic spring and summer on the water for 2011.
Here you'll find a Re-Cap with the 2011 News Letter for the Year End.

On a sad, note, we're very sorry to say goodbye to a great friend of the club,
Michel Arseneau. He wasa great outdoorsman in all types of sport and a true friend

to the Fundy Paddlers Club. Michel, We'll miss you.

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Hi folks Hope that you had a fantastic summer on the water!.

Sorry for not having the site completely up to date over the last bit. Renovations and Vacations have taken their toll on the posting.

Its not too late for you to get in on the paddling action with the group. Check the latest updates that
our group President has posted in the Trip Log.

the fall paddles are a great opportunity to get some great shots of the fall leaves and see
other great sites that Mother Nature has made available to us.

2011 Trip logs are now being posted

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Lets go to the Movies!!!!

The Fundy Paddlers Club is proud to be hosting an event in Honour of Bill Miller. Details are here

The Waterwalker Film Festival is a tribute to the late Bill Mason, the great conservationist, canoeist and filmmaker. Mason once stated, "The medium of film is for me a means of expressing my love and enjoyment of the natural world, and of sharing my concern for what's happening to it with anybody who looks and listens."

Mason's idea of success was to be able to communicate through his films, books and paintings the intense feelings he had for his surroundings, and to somehow imbue others into sharing and adopting these thoughts and concerns.


Passionate in his beliefs, always speaking from the heart, his films inspired many people to rededicate themselves to the enjoyment and conservation of Canada's wilderness and waterways.

Through this celebration of film, the Waterwalker Film Festival invites you to become a part of Mason's on-going legacy; submit a film, host a tour date, become a festival sponsor, or simply come and enjoy the wide variety of films submitted by amateur and professional filmmakers from around the world.

By taking part in the Festival, it is our hope that you will be encouraged to become more involved with the protection and conservation of our unique Canadian wilderness and waterways.

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Spring Message

March 20, 2011

   Spring is here and canoes and kayaks are popping out of the snow banks quicker than  the crocuses. Fundy Paddlers have again set out a full season of training and trips for all levels of paddlers.

   The training began March 14 at the club monthly meeting with Peter Foss’s presentation on camp stoves. Training continues March 25,26 with Vaughn Dunfield’s Paddlemaking Workshop. There are also dates (April 12 and May 10) set for in pool training at SJHS.

   Other upcoming events will be finalized shortly with a presentation (April 3) by Scott Cunningham on sea kayaking in Nova Scotia. A major club fundraiser, the Water Walker Film Festival, is slated for April 30. Keep an eye out for more details.

   The paddling season starts with an intermediate trip (April 9) on the Nerepis River. Check out the 2011 trip schedule.

   The last two club meeting have seen changes in the executive with the addition of Carolyn Moore ( Registrar), Chris Burpee (Treasurer), Evan Young (Vice President) and Eric McCumber (President). Thanks go out to these folks for coming forward to help guide our group.

   Many thanks go deservedly to the executive members who have just finished serving in positions. Bertha Sheppard (Registrar) had the calm and patience to handle all our membership paperwork so adeptly, and take care that everyone was in the loop. Kevin Hughes (Treasurer) stepped in to keep track of our books and to put us on the path to apply for future funding. Maurice Pigeon (President) has been the leader of the club since its inception. Through Maurice’s careful guidance the club has grown from about 10 people at a chilly winter meeting in 2008 to a membership of approximately 75 paddlers. During his three years of service the club has carried out several outreach events, a multitude of training opportunities and of course had people get out on the waters of New Brunswick. He would be the first to say it was a group effort, and rightly so, but good leadership is needed to keep things on track. Thanks again to all three.

   The Hammond River Angling Association (HRAA) has been a great supporter of our club, providing us with a free meeting space and allowing us to use their facilities at outreach events. They are currently having their major fund raiser (2011 Annual Angler’s Draw) and we have been asked to sell some tickets. Please show your appreciation by buying or selling tickets. Cheryl McCumons, Kevin Suttie, Laura Mazerolle, Carolyn Moore, Nancy Clifford and Eric McCumber all have tickets for sale. Go to the HRAA web site for info on prizes for the April 23 draw.

   Due to scheduling conflicts our monthly meetings will now be held on the third Monday of the month at HRAA. As usual notices will be emailed before the meetings.

  Reminder that memberships are now due for 2011. $15.00 for single $20.00 for family. All members must sign a new waiver for this year.

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March 6 2011

2011 Calendar is now posted. Check it here and Download it Here.

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January 2011

Hello and Welcome to the New Year. Just because there is snow on the ground and Ice on the water, that doesn't mean you can simply hibernate.

A lot of things good and not so good have happened over the year of 2010; We lost one of our original FPC Memebers, Al McDougall.

A number of us knew him well and will certainly miss his quiet assuredness.
Michel Arseneau has put together a slideshow in memory of Al.

Take a moment, visit the links below and remeber and smile as you remember the outings and gatherings that you shared with this great friend of the Fundy Paddlers Club.

View The slide shows by clicking the links below

In Memory Of Al

Winter Activities with Friends

Note 1. If you notice that the slideshow does not automatically run; you can move your mouse to the bottom middle section of your screen which will give you access to the navigation buttons (that will appear) to control the slideshow manually.

Note 2.  Press F11 to view the slideshow in full screen size and press F11 at the end of the slideshow to return to normal screen size.

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Nov 12, 2010

Hello paddlers out there. Its getting to that dreaded time of year where we put away the canoes and kayaks.. I know we all hate to do so. But There are still some brave souls among us. Evan Young may have a paddle or two up his sleeve yet. Watch for email updates as to when and where this will happen.

Our club does not go into hibernation for the winter. Rather we are able to focus on training and info sharing and of course theres the Christmas Party that will be along shortly.

If you haven't already signed up for an FPC membership, please do so and email our Communications Officer and ask to be added to our email list. That way you'll know exactly whats on the move with the Fundy paddlers Club.

Business Meeting minutes have been posted for October and November.

Next meeting is at Lily's Cafe (Lily Lake Pavillion Cafe) Dec 13th 7pm.
See you there.

Dennis
FPC Webmaster

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Sept 4 2010

Hey folks its been a little while since we've posted an update. There have been a number of trips and outings and even outreaches by the FPC and its members. Some recent triplogs have been posted and there will be more shortly with photos.

We hope that you've really had a great summer paddling season and have had plenty of time to get out and paddle.

have a read thru Eric McCumber's recent trip logs.
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June 20 2010

Trip Log for a trip that was led by Eric McCumber is posted along with photos.
6 turned out. Beautiful day.
There was a two day Big Canoe instruction that was also going on. Photos and update will be posted shortly.
Welcome to Roy and Karen. our two newest members.

Photos now posted from the Big Canoe paddling in Belisle.

Thanks Evan for sharing!
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June 2 2010

Trip Log for the Rusagonis trip has been posted. Check the Trip Log page for details.

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May 16 2010

Be sure to check the Trip Log page if you werrent able to make it to the paddle we had this weekend.

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May 14 2010

Evan sent us a link regarding Canoe Dance. Here are some great videos on the art of Canoe Dance that may really enjoy.

http://vimeo.com/user735138/videos/sort:date

Also...

Canoe for Sale!!! Click for more info on this "Precious" Peterborough Pond Canoe
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May 12 2010

Just added! A Trip Log. This was suggested by Eric McCumber.
We will be posting a short description of Who, How Many, Where and What it was like out on our excursions. Be sure to check the trip logs in case you werent able to make it to an event. This way, you can still enjoy the day.

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May 10 2010

There have been a number of paddles and some training sessions since the last update.
Be sure to check that we have your email address so that you can recieve notifications
of what Is and what Will be happening with the club.

photos will be posted shortly.
Also, don't forget about the busness meeting tonite at the HRAA, 7PM.

Be thinking of ideas that we can impliment to get our name out there in this great water
filled area of Saint John.

This is your club, tell us what you want to see.
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April 2 2010

Heres an update on the paddle for saturday morning:
Stephen Jarvis is actually the trip leader for the event. See below.

Staging area will be 10:00 AM April 3rd at the old Baptist Church before the
Saddle back road, on turn, next to bridge (Hammond Ville), you cannot miss it. 
HYW 820 from Saint John. The pull out area will be the Barnesville Cement Bridge.
To that point the trip would be approx. 3 hours. The upper portion starts narrow
and will widen as you move down river. There are a number of sharp bents and at
this time of year, you could find dead falls along the banks. The last section is wide
and can be rough on a canoe (the devils back) if the water levels are low. Ensure your
group is equipped in case of a swim (personal attire and equipment) as I went for a swim l
ast April (dead fall). We could pull out at the Smith town bridge, if you wanted to add approx.
2 more hours to the trip.  I will bring my First Aid Kit.

The Map will give you an idea on how to get there and also a look at the river.

Here is a Google Maps link with you.

Stephen Jarvis

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April 1 2010 (This is no joke)

Paddles up PADDLERS!

Here is the first Fundy Paddlers Club canoe/kayak outing of the season.

When: Saturday, April 3rd at 10am.

Where: Meet Maurice Pigeon,(leader of the paddle), at the French Village Bridge.
There will be a discussion where we will put in, at that time.
We will leave at 10:30am, if you want to join in on the fun, be there on time.

It is an intermediate paddle and the time of year to wear your wetsuit or something equivalent.
What to bring:
dry bag, change of clothes, snacks, lunch, water & hot liquid if you wish, etc..most of all, bring your high spirit & smiles!

Contact number 651-7950

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March 16 2010

The Presentation " Winter paddling In Florida" by Evan Young and Nancy Clifford was postponed form Feb 27 due to the weather. We apologize to those who did not receive the notice. A shortened version will be given this Thursday night ( 18th) at the arts centre , Hazen Steet, Saint John for local paddlers and nature lovers. Admission is free to CKNB or affiliate club members. There will be a hat for donations from non-club members to help offset venue costs. 

Come on out and experience paddling in Florida with Evan and Nancy
Thursday March 18 at the Saint John Arts Center on Hazen Street.
Slide show starts at 6:30PM


Sadder News...... A friend fo the club passed away March 13 2010

Gary did come out often to paddle with us in his lovely kayak he had made himself. Send it to the FPC members if it hasn't gone around already.
Thanks,
B Laura

On 2010-03-15 12:48, Arseneau, Michel (DSL Designer) wrote:
Gary Mittelholtz died of a heart attack Saturday (March 13th) while cross-country skiing near Sussex, N.B. He was 55.

Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and his friends.

I only met Gary twice through outdoor activities; however I knew right away he was a strong, gentle and generous man.

Gary was full of life, energetic and he easily made friends wherever he was with his pleasing personality. Gary loved to share his passion with the outdoor.

http://doingstuffoutdoors.com/

We miss you Gary

http://www.cbc.ca/arts/story/2010/03/14/nb-gary-mittelholtz-obit-342.html#ixzz0iG6UAQwr












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Feb 27 2010

Due the poor driving conditions predicted for tomorrow in Fredericton,  the CKNB presentation ‘Paddling in Florida’ at the Charlotte Street arts centre at 2:30 PM is postponed until further notice. The new date will be posted on the web page http://www.canoekayaknb.org.  (A short version may be given at a meeting of the Fundy Paddling Club in March.) The remaining CKNB winter presentations remain as schedule below.

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Feb 16 2010

We had a great turn out for the Annual General Meeting. The minutes are posted.
May I present to you, Your Leadership team for the Fundy Paddlers Club 2010:

President – Maurice Pigeon
Vice President – Eric McCumber
Treasurer – Kevin Hughes
Trip Committee Chair – Nancy Clifford
Training Officer – Peter Foss
Registrar – Bertha Sheppard
Equipment – Laura Mazerolle
Secretary – Jean Peters
Communications – Janet Hunt

A Trip Schedule has been posted and is available on the calendar page.
You can download it here too. 2010 Trip Calendar

We're in for a great year!
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Feb 15 2010

Be sure to come out tonite to the HRAA to cast your vote for the FPC Executive.

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Feb 6 2010

Folks welcome to the Fundy Paddlers Group Theatre! There are now 2 videos uploaded
and able to viewed. You can recount parts of the workshop that Rory and Kevin put on for us.
The one thing I want you to keep in mind is this; The video quality is low. Its kept that way so that the video will play faster. In the mean time. Enjoy!

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Jan 31 2010

Big thank you to Rory Matchett & Kevin Silliker for sharing their exertise and many many experiences. If you missed this workshop, you missed a really valueable time.
We had approximately 30 people in attendance. Folks travelled from all over NB to attend.

Great to meet new people from other clubs.

Many portions of the workshop have been recorded and the video will be posted soon.
In the meantime, be sure to check out the photo gallery to see some of the highlights of the day.

Hope to see you at the next outing together.

Don't forget the FPC Elections!

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Jan 20 2010



It’s that time of year again Election Time.

If you are interested  stepping up to  be nominated for any of the positions, this is your chance to do so.
Below is a list of the positions that are up for election. Election is 3rd Monday in Feb 2010.

• President
• Vice President
• Treasurer
• Secretary
• Communications
• Equipment Officer
• Member Committee / Registrar
• Training Committee / Training Officer
• Trip Coordinator

If you are interested in applying for any of the positions, please contact B. Laura Mazerolle, Bertha Sheppard, Dawn Or Dennis.

Even if you do not wish to run for a position.. we want you there to elect your executive for the coming year.

Please confirm that you will be at the meeting for the electing of the exective.

Any questions or to confirm email us and let us know asap.


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