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    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:36:47 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: looking to start or attend rolling pratice sesions in canton, oh</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,17278,17285/#msg-17285</link>
      <author>matt</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Check out the [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Affiliate/view/#OH]Keel-haulers Canoe Club[/url].

Specifically, check out [url=http://keelhauler.org/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=739&amp;sid=18c189b3c84d9571750a68d7497c141e]this thread in their massage board[/url]. Looks like it might be just what you're looking for.

If the times for their Canton roll sessions don't work for you, you might find their other roll sessions in NE Ohoho to your liking.]]></description>
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      <title>looking to start or attend rolling pratice sesions in canton, oh</title>
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      <author>johnmerrin1</author>
      <description><![CDATA[hey was looking to attend or to start up some rolling classes in canton, oh area . anyone with info  or interested?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:17:54 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Planning my first whitewater trip</title>
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      <author>biglarry</author>
      <description><![CDATA[The girlfriend and I have been practicing on the Flatrock river in indiana and are looking forward to our first whitewater trip. We are planing to go down to the Elkhorn river this Saturday October 17th. We have recreational kayaks with touring skirts. 

Being that this is our first trip down an unfarmiliar river I was wondering if anyone in the area wanted to come to. Maybe point us in the right direction, and give us a few pointers. We were planning on drinking a few at one of the distileries or at the bar after the trip, so I'd be happy to buy a few beers as payment.

My email is 
ben.schwegman@yahoo.com  so drop me a line if your going

I'm not asking anyone to make a special trip, but if your going to be there anyway we would like to tag along.

Thanks in advance,

Ben]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:43:52 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>ww slalom boats for a bigger guy</title>
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      <author>yellowmax</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I have been looking for info on ww slalom boat for a person 230 pounds, 6 3, 11-12 size feet and 34 inch in seam pants. Any help appreciated !]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Lower Salmon River</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,16305,16305/#msg-16305</link>
      <author>Bryce</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi guys I'm new here and actually found the site do to a search for the Lower Salmon River.

I was told they are going to change that to a Scenic Area? Any truth to that? Does it affect us at all?

Thanks for any info.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:40:24 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Precipitation on Flow Info page</title>
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      <author>rob</author>
      <description><![CDATA[FWIW, regarding &quot;[i]most USGS gauges (dare I say all) have the precipitation info for the gauges currently in use on the site.[/i]&quot;, that is a significant overstatement of fact.

In Wisconsin, for example, USGS maintains 219 'real time' river gauges. Of those, 198 have streamflow (cfs) conversion data, and 98 have precip data (so, about half).

For Georgia, the numbers are considerably better. A total of 281 gauges, 220 with Streamflow (CFS), and 224 with precip data.

So, it varies state to state. as to how many USGS gauges have rainfall data. FWIW.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:32:47 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Precipitation on Flow Info page</title>
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      <author>jackforester</author>
      <description><![CDATA[ok, thx. Any way to correct the Etowah 3 gauge (Hwy 9 - Hwy 136)?  It's been the Dahlonega gauge for a long time. Recently it was changed to the Dawsonville gauge.  No way can you run that section at 110cfs based on the Dawsonville gauge.  That section should be linked to the same gauge as the Etowah 2 (Hightower to US 19): http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Gauge2/detail/id/36553/]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2009 13:49:37 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Dawson Forest Reservoir proposed on Shoal Creek feeding the Etowah River</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,16059,16059/#msg-16059</link>
      <author>jackforester</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Anyone have any more details on this?  Looks like they want to build a reservoir on Shoal Creek (different that the Shoal Creek shown on this site) that feeds the Etowah River (Georgia) between Hwy 9 in Dawsonville and the Kelly Bridge takeout.  They aren't building a dam on the Etowah, just a descent size creek that feeds it.  Then they plan on piping the water to Atlanta (from the Coosa river basin to the Chattahochee river basin).

[url]http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/public-private-plan-for-132757.html[/url]]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2009 13:44:53 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Precipitation on Flow Info page</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15995,16038/#msg-16038</link>
      <author>pmartzen</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Yeah, we have a ton of precipitation gauges in the AW gauge database now.  Click on the Menu item for River Info, National River database to look at the river database, national map.  Click on the checkmark for gauges.   Then click on the state that you are interested in.    A long list of gauges will show up.   Many of them will be for precipitation.  In West Virginia also.  

I just tried to add a precipitation gauge to the Etowah 2) Hightower to US 19 reach, but it did not behave nicely, so I removed it.  
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/3794/
That looked like the reach affected by the gauge linked above.    It may take some time to work out bugs.  

I will be away from computers for the next week, so can't fool with it for awhile.   Maybe Matt or others have linked precipitation gauges.]]></description>
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      <title>Re: Precipitation on Flow Info page</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15995,16035/#msg-16035</link>
      <author>ChuckB</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I don't see the precipitation info on the USGS web pages for the gauges in WV.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:21:48 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Precipitation on Flow Info page</title>
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      <author>jackforester</author>
      <description><![CDATA[For instance, this gauge:
[url]http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Gauge2/detail/id/36553/[/url]

From the USGS site that the “source gauge” links to, it shows precipitation info:
[url]http://waterdata.usgs.gov/usa/nwis/uv?02388900[/url]

Also shown here in the tabular data form:
[url]http://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/uv?cb_00065=on&amp;cb_00060=on&amp;cb_00045=on&amp;format=html&amp;period=1&amp;site_no=02388900[/url]

Or tab delimited:
[url]http://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/uv?cb_00065=on&amp;cb_00060=on&amp;cb_00045=on&amp;format=rdb&amp;period=1&amp;site_no=02388900[/url]

I think most USGS gauges (dare I say all) have the precipitation info for the gauges currently in use on the site.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:38:24 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Looking for Rafters for the Grand Canyon in Dec.</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,16018,16018/#msg-16018</link>
      <author>Wiggins</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Our trip leader asked me to post this wherever I could that might get us a couple rafters to row gear rafts.



The trip leader's name is John, and anyone interested should contact him. I copied a pst he did somewhere else and posted it below.



Kyle

-----------------------------------------------------------------------





Solstice in the Grand!
I am looking for other Grand Canyon enthusiasts to fill out a winter trip. My permit is for a 14 Dec 2009 launch. Planning to take out at
Diamond on Dec 31 (some flexibility on date/location). I have
some group gear, but would prefer to kayak with raft support. This
will be my 5th GC trip.

I am looking for other friendly folks who love the canyon.
Experienced boaters preferred, especially skilled rowers.
Will consider self-supported kayak trip as last resort.
I do not drink, but do not mind if you do in moderation. No
illegal substances/activity, please.

Please send me a message soon if interested, including something
about your experience and expectations. 

John
jmcl.canyon@gmail.com]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:57:21 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: I need help installing a saddle in an oc1 in California…</title>
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      <author>420nate</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Paul,
Thanks for the help! I emailed the LA Sierra Club River Touring Section and hopefully they will know what direction to send me in.  Both my boat and the saddle are currently sitting collecting dust at a relatives house in Tahoe right now making me sad. I'll try to check out the Kernville Brewery on my next break from work if I haven't made any progress before then. It would be nice to meet some fellow open boaters out here.  If I don't figure out anything soon I will send you a private message and see if any of the boaters you know can help me.
Thanks for your help once again,
Nate]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:49:25 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Precipitation on Flow Info page</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15995,16005/#msg-16005</link>
      <author>pmartzen</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Jack,

I believe that ability is now built into our gauge database.   You can list multiple gauges for a reach and they can be different kinds of measurements, such as precipitation.   One hope is that we will be able to calculate virtual gauges based on precipitation as well as stream gauges.  

Help us out.  Tell us what precipitation gauges should be shown on what River Reach pages.  Provide the names and provide links if you really want to be nice.   Our gauge database has a lot of precipitation gauges in it, so we need to know the exact name to get the right one.  

Once we know which gauges to put with with reaches, a local Stream Team member or one of us regional members can link up the gauges to see how they work.  

Paul Martzen]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:39:18 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: I need help installing a saddle in an oc1 in California…</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15982,16004/#msg-16004</link>
      <author>pmartzen</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Nate,

Welcome to California.   I don't know of any open boaters in Bakersfield area, but there might be.  Ask up at the Kernville brewery or check with the Kern Valley river group.   There are some links on the Kern river pages.  

Larry Wade, from the LA area was a very strong open boater.   Actually, now that I am thinking about it, look up the Los Angeles Sierra Club River Touring Section.   There were a bunch of open boaters in that group.    Go to the AW affiliates page and look up the California clubs.  http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Affiliate/view/
There are probably knowledgeable people in most of them.  

In Fresno there are a couple of open boaters who might help.   I would offer more help myself, but there is a saddle still sitting in my garage, that I have been meaning to put in my 17 foot Penobscot, so I can do more than class 2 with that boat.  

I could send you some emails and phone numbers via private message, if you would like.

Paul]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:11:21 -0400</pubDate>
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      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15995,15995/#msg-15995</link>
      <author>jackforester</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Any way to get the Precipitation numbers from the USGS feed on the Flow Info page? I know I can click through to the source USGS page to get the precipitation info, but it would seem useful to have it on the flow info page.  

With the recent flash flooding issues in north Georgia (Etowah, Amicalola, Chattahoochee, etc), it would be helpful in predicting the water levels if we could easily see that info.  

Thanks!
-Jack]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:18:42 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>I need help installing a saddle in an oc1 in California…</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15982,15982/#msg-15982</link>
      <author>420nate</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello!

I recently came to California from Virginia to work. I have an old Dagger Caper that was set up for solo or tandem but I converted it to solo only. Then my thigh straps/toe blocks broke (damn twenty year old outfitting) and I decided to upgrade to a saddle. That’s when I got my job in California and had to leave Virginia before I installed it and lost all of my help/instruction. I fear this project is beyond my knowledge and could use some help, suggestions, or even the number of an outfitter who could install it for me. I'm currently located outside of Bakersfield but willing to go anywhere in the state to get this done. I know there are not many open boaters out here (I stopped in Kernville and asked at an outfitter and they didn’t even know that people paddle canoes in whitewater) but any and all help is welcome. 

Thanks,

Nate]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:05:24 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Whitewater Symposium, Oct 2 - 4 2009</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15720,15720/#msg-15720</link>
      <author>Janetcowie</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Come and check out the Whitewater Symposium Oct 2 - 4 hosted by Zoar Outdoor in Charlemont, MA.  For more info go to www.wwsymposium.com.

Mark Singleton, Executive Director of AW will be presenting at the event... 
[b]American Whitewater River Stewardship National Update[/b]
A national review of AW projects and new rivers to paddle where flows have been restored or enhanced due to stewardship success. From new flows on rivers in California and Washington to new Wild and Scenic designation and dam removal projects, it’s been a busy couple of years for AW.	
and 
[b]What’s Up With The Paddle Sports Industry?[/b]
It’s no surprise that businesses in the paddle sports space have been under tremendous financial stress in the last couple years. This session looks at industry trends and explores strategies that could help bring new growth to paddle sports. 

The Whitewater Symposium seeks to advance the spirit of whitewater paddling through bringing leaders of the sport together. Our focus is on generating new ideas to support the future of whitewater among those who are genuinely passionate about it. Collectively, we have the greatest potential to influence its future.

The Whitewater Symposium program seeks to involve all those who actively love whitewater sport. This includes intermediate paddlers who want a deeper appreciation for paddlesport. The Symposium also supports the grassroots feeder programs that encourage new and continued participation, empowering more people to take on productive roles in stewarding whitewater paddling development.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:30:51 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Crackberry Issues</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14543,15628/#msg-15628</link>
      <author>jackforester</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Here was the response I got, and seems to work, albeit a bit clunky:

http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,12702/



I think you are using the WAP interface. Try navigating to www.americanwhitewater.org and clicking the mobile icon at the bottom of the screen. Bookmark that. It is more appropriate for a blackberry.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:56:54 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>The ANIMAL Upper Gauley Race #17</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,15521,15521/#msg-15521</link>
      <author>ChuckB</author>
      <description><![CDATA[September 21st, 2009

A downriver race on this legendary section of river. This race is now Sweet 17! Beginning near the base of Summersville Dam, the race ends nine miles downstream. Paddlers must negotiate the ‘Big Five’ on the Upper Gauley and the finish line is at a 12 foot drop called Sweet’s Falls. Over the years, this race has grown in notoriety and participation. The post-race awards party has become a popular event in itself. At the dinner, racers enjoy a buffet dinner, live music, prizes and a great party!

SO- C'mon paddle the Gauley like you mean it!

Classes: Wildwater, Wavehopper/Speeder, Slalom, Play Boat, Open Boat, Shredder, River Boards, Duckie, Stand Up paddlers &amp; 6 Person Raft Teams!
Raft Teams please Pre-register.

For more information about registration or spectator access-
www.gauleyrace.com
Contact: Donnie Hudspeth, c/o Mountain Air Productions
Phone: 304.575.3294
e-mail: info@gauleyrace.com]]></description>
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      <title>Re: Las Vegas Whitewater?</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14874,15232/#msg-15232</link>
      <author>PG21573</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Where on Lake Mead do non motorized boats go to put in?  I would like to avoid them if I could.
Phil]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:32:47 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Las Vegas Whitewater?</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14874,15031/#msg-15031</link>
      <author>pmartzen</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Black Canyon below Hoover dam is popular for canoeing.   I don't think there are any rapids.
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/3190/

The Virgin river has several sections of whitewater, especially in the Virgin narrows.   Check the AW river pages for Utah, Nevada and Arizona.   
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/4518/

I think Las Vegas releases treated waste water into the Virgin on down into Lake Mead.  Might be worth checking out.  

It is fairly easy to get permits to float the Colorado River from Diamond Creek down into Lake Mead.   You can find contact info on the AW Grand Canyon page.  

With Lake Mead so low, there are rapids on the Colorado river in Iceberg Canyon, a few miles upstream of South Cove.   Supposedly there is a good surf wave there.  

I imagine the flat water paddling on Lake Mead could be pretty interesting.  

There might be other paddling options available that locals know about.  

Paul]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:18:01 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Las Vegas Whitewater?</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14874,14987/#msg-14987</link>
      <author>rgroth</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I think you have to drive unless it rains epicly.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:36:08 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Las Vegas Whitewater?</title>
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      <author>PG21573</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I am new to the Las Vegas area and I was wondering where people go paddling and if any of it actually has rapids.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:40:17 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Crackberry Issues</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14543,14543/#msg-14543</link>
      <author>bseefus</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Ever since the site changed formats I can't pull any river info on my blackberry(verizon).  Is anybody else having this issue?

Travis F]]></description>
      <category>General American Whitewater</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:14:38 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Is there a website similar to AW for Canadian (BC) rivers?</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14451,14451/#msg-14451</link>
      <author>pnberg64</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi,

I use AW to look for river flows and to discover which nearby rivers are &quot;in&quot; at any given time... does anyone have any tips about a similar website that contains information about rivers in Canada? Specifically I am interested in the BC Rockies...

Thanks!

-Peter]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:00:17 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Needing Help</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14374,14384/#msg-14384</link>
      <author>matt</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Well, [url=http://www.russellfork.info/rendezvous.htm]here's the info[/url] from last year's Russell Fork Rendezvous. Looks like it was the [i]last[/i] weekend in October, not the first--so it'll probably be late Oct again this year.
It used to be very informal, but it looks as though it's more structured these days than before. Still, you got music and the &quot;Lord of the Fork&quot; race. Looks pretty cool.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:27:12 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Needing Help</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14374,14383/#msg-14383</link>
      <author>WillK</author>
      <description><![CDATA[That is super cool of you to take the time to help me out! I take alook at all of the above! Whats this informal party?]]></description>
      <category>General American Whitewater</category>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:09:38 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Needing Help</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14374,14376/#msg-14376</link>
      <author>matt</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Will,
Go to Southern West Virginia.
September is Gauley Season!
The Gauley is one of the most popular rivers in the United States. Every September, regularly scheduled releases from the Summersville Dam mean a weekend of fun. There are two sections: the IV-V [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River_detail_id_2378_]Upper Gauley[/url], and the Class-IV [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River_detail_id_2379_]Lower Gauley[/url]. (There's also the III+ [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River_detail_id_3128_]Middle Gauley[/url], between the two, but that's most commonly run by those who are running the Upper and Lower as the Gauley Marathon.)
The Gauley is the touchstone for the largest river festival in North America. [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/3,10108/]Gauley Fest[/url] will take place this year from Sept. 18-20. It's a great party.
In that vicinity, if there's rain, you'll have a huge variety of other rivers to choose from. If it's a dry September, you'll still have the [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/2418/]New River Gorge[/url] for variety. It has more flatwater than the Gauley, but it's still very cool.
I also recommend that you head three hours North of the Gauley to run the IV-V [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/753/]Upper Yough[/url] in Western Maryland, which runs on Fridays and Mondays. You can also hit up the III-IV [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/1687/]Lower Yough[/url], an hour North in Western Pennsylvania, which almost always has enough water due to dam control. There's a good chance you'll have enough water to run the Cheat Canyon, 
If you stick around for October, you can head South for the Class-V [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/2010/]Russell Fork[/url] at the Virginia-Kentucky border, or ten hours North for the IV-V [url=http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/1352/]Bottom Moose[/url] in New York. The Russell Fork Rendezvous is an informal party, which I believe is held the first weekend of October. Moose Fest is held October 17-19. (Bring your drytop; the Adirondacks get chilly in October.)

Hope this helps. Welcome to the US, and have a whole lot of fun on your trip!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 06:49:10 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Nike Soakers</title>
      <link>http://www.americanwhitewater.org//content/Forum/read/send/10,14375,14375/#msg-14375</link>
      <author>WillK</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi There, Can anyone help! Im looking for some Nike Soakers but can find anyone that sells them. If you can help sweet!

Will]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 14:36:05 -0400</pubDate>
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