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The Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC) is a Dayton, Ohio based club whose primary focus is whitewater kayaking. We also have members interested in a myriad of outdoor sports who are always looking for people to play with or teach or learn from. We have bikers, runners, hikers and skiers and are always looking for more!

The club has a very busy paddling schedule from early spring through late fall. We have trips to West Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, Virginia and Pennsylvania among others to suit all skill levels. We can also help you find certified kayak instruction here in Ohio to get you started.

Our club is proud to have many family groups as members, and many of our camping trips feature activities for the non-paddler and children, including hiking, campfire science night, ice cream socials, pizza night and random good times. But after the kids go to bed, there is plenty of campfire entertainment for the adults! If you're worried about noisy late nights you can camp in "geezerville" where posted quiet hours are strictly observed! Our club members often coordinate indoor events like hockey games, wine tastings and movies during our "down" time to enhance the relationships formed on the river and in camp. You will find new friends among the members of our club.

The OAC is an AWA affiliate.
» Mark your calendar for Feb. 13, 2010.
Dec 10, 2009 - 6:05 PM - by genglish
That's the date for the OAC Chili Cookoff and Gearswap. Details to follow.
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» Kayak Springfield, Oh?
Sep 21, 2009 - 1:51 PM - by Steve_F
Check out progress on the developing whitewater park on Buck Creek in Springfield, Oh.
http://www.whiotv.com/news/20926639/detail.html
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» GearFest
Sep 03, 2009 - 12:53 PM - by TheMichelle
Volunteer at GearFest!
Saturday, October 3rd from 10am-6pm is GearFest!
Join us for one of the largest celebrations of outdoor culture and recreation complete with:
  • Camping
  • Live Music
  • Competitions
  • Outdoor athlete demos
  • Youth Adventure Zone
  • And much more!
Volunteers are needed and many fun opportunities available!

Check out the GearFest website for details, or contact Rachel Brand
Rachel.Brand@metroparks.org

http://www.metroparks.org/GearFest/Volunteer.aspx
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» FAMILY WATER SAFETY CLINIC
Jul 31, 2009 - 7:13 AM - by TheMichelle
FAMILY WATER SAFETY CLINIC
Parent Participation is Mandatory!

Sept. 5th at 10 am- We will meet at Grandview Sandbar- takeout of Glade Creek section of the New River.
You must provide the following gear for yourself and your children: helmet, lifejacket,
2 changes of clothes, river shoes (NO CROCS), throw rope (no less than 1 per family) and your lunch.

ITINERARY

LEARN TO SWIM THE RAPIDS- Children with their parents will work on swimming a rapid. The child will be put on a tube or buggy board with the parent next to them to get the feel of going down a rapid. After they are comfortable they then will do it with just a life jacket and a parent holding on to them.

LEARNING TO USE A THROW ROPE-After teaching the children how a throw rope is used, each family will practice using one. Families with small children will have a parent in the water to hold onto the child and the throw rope.

RAFT FLIPPING- We will review how to always have a plan when boating with the family. We will then practice what it feels like to have a boat flip. Children who intend to raft will be flipped using a buggy board. Older children with their own boat will work on wet exits at this time.

RIVER TRIP- We will practice techniques and lessons learned on the Glade Creek section with a trip down the river.

For more info or for directions call 513-575-4994 (James or Carolyn). RSVP’s NOT necessary. Just show up following above criteria.
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» July Membership Meeting
Jul 08, 2009 - 7:18 AM - by TheMichelle
The July membership meeting will be held in Springfield on Tuesday, 14 July at 6pm. John Loftis will be discussing the current status of the Springfield Whitewater Park on Buck Creek. We will meet at the Veterans Park Amphitheater located at 200 Cliff Park Road.

From Dayton take I-675E, then I-70E, then SR 4 to Springfield. The road turns into a one-way to downtown (Columbia St). Take a left onto Plum Street. Cross the bridge and take the first right onto Cliff Park Road. The Amphitheater is on the left, park along the road.

We will be grilling hamburgers and hotdogs in the park. There is also a nice playground next to the Amphitheater for the kids to play at.

Contact Brenda Weatherspoon (cell 937-608-5193) if you have any problems finding the Amphitheater.
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