Parks & Recreation
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Kayaking 101: Basic Skills for Flatwater Kayaking
by: Cal Editor
Lake Martin
5:00pm
Admission: $40
In this on-water seminar, you'll learn everything you need to know to learn how to paddle a flatwater kayak efficiently. We'll cover all the basics including terminology, the best ways to enter and exit a kayak as well as all the basic strokes. Our goal is for you to be able to easily paddle your kayak in a straight line, turn quickly in both directions and to do it with techniques that will minimize effort on your arms. Our backdrop will be the beautiful Lake Martin. This clinic includes boats, paddles, …
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Colorado Trail Seminar - Thru Hike to Day Hike
by: Cal Editor
Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road, Lafayette
6:00pm
Admission: Free
This dual seminar will feature a talk on John and Becky Williams' recent thru hike of the Colorado Trail as well as a detailedtalk on 5 different hikes you can do along the Colorado Trail - ranging from day hike to thru hike. We look forward to sharing our experience of the Colorado trail with you and helping you to create your own Colorado adventure.
Call 337 232 5854 or visit www.packpaddle.com for more info.
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Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal Editor
Vermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free.
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Parks & Recreation
Saturday, May 19, 2012
1st Annual UBS Golf Tournament
by: LCVC
The Wetlands, 2129 N. University Ave., Lafayette
1 p.m. Shotgun Start
Admission: $125 individual, $75 chi
A fun event for families and teams. Students and children are encouraged to play and will be allowed special advantages on the course. Prizes will be awarded for top placing teams and other competitions.
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Bayou Grand Gueule Paddle Trip
by: Cal Editor
Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road, Lafayette
Admission: $40
Join us as we paddle through narrow twisting bayous near age-old cypress that are gnarled from centuries of wind and weather. Our path will take us through Bayou Grand Gueule, along the cypress riddled bank of Lake Dauterive and then back through the twisty, turny Bayou Benoit in returning to the landing. We'll enjoy a meal at the take-out after we arrive back from the trip. This trip is marked by its spectacular paddle through Lake Dauterive's 2,000 year old cypress as well as exploring the maze of cuts th…
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Outdoor Gear Garage Sale
by: Cal Editor
Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Whether you are looking for a deal or would like to sell some of that old gear in your closet, the Outdoor Gear Garage Sale is the day to be at Pack & Paddle. And to be there EARLY!!!! Starting at 8am, the P&P Parking lot under our big Native Red Oak will be filled with tables offering kayaks, packs, sleeping bags and lots of other lightly used gear at garage sale prices. All are encouraged to sell gear at the Garage Sale. At our last sale, nearly EVERY SCRAP of gear was sold within an hour of o…
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Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal Editor
Vermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free.
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Parks & Recreation
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Wild Nezpique Paddle Trip
by: Cal Editor
Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road, Lafayette
Admission: $40
Pronounced "neh-PEE-kay", translated to "tattooed nose bayou", this beautiful bayou flows through lands populated in the past by the Attakapas indian tribe. The Nezpique is in the Jennings area. This paddle will cover a leisurely 6-7 miles through cypress, tupelo and oak trees - leaving time for birding and animal observation. We call it the "Wild" Nezpique due to the lack of human settlement along the river. You'll be treated to a delicious lunch prepared by Hub City Diner.
Call 337 232 5854 or visit www…
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Atchafalaya Basin Paddling and Conservation Night
by: Cal Editor
Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Join us for a special presentation on the Atchafalaya Basin. This amazing wilderness lies only a stone's throw from Lafayette and offers all of us as outdoors people an incredible opportunity for adventure. The Night will feature a presentation of 3 beautiful paddle trips in the Atchafalaya combined with a presentation by Dean and Cara Wilson - Atchafalaya Basinkeepers.
Call 337 232 5854 or visit www.packpaddle.com for more info.
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Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal Editor
Vermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free.
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