The Stonycreek Rendezvous April 19th – 21st
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The Stonycreek Rendezvous will begin April 19th at the Greenhouse Park, the site of the proposed Whitewater course. Local boaters and American Whitewater are continuously working to increase the potential of the Stonycreek. Progress is being made! There is a possibility of scheduled whitewater releases on the Stonycreek by 2004, and a whitewater park is currently in the permitting stages and will be ready for construction soon! However, it is important that the whitewater community make a strong showing this year to remind politicians and local authorities of our strong presence and the benefits of whitewater.
As usual, water willing, there will be seven runs within 20 minutes of the event site, with difficulty ranging from beginner to advanced. Camping, food and entertainment will all be available at the event site.
Saturday will begin with a flatwater canoe race on the Quemahoning Dam. This is a change from our usual downriver canoe race. However, we hope this will be embraced by the open boaters as an acceptable (guaranteed water) alternative. All entries will receive an event T-shirt and the top three places in each class will be presented with Stony Rock Trophies.
The main event will be complete with vendors, silent auction, live entertainment and food. Vendors will be set up for the party on Saturday night to satisfy all your gear needs. The silent auction will include items such as boats, gear, a handmade cedar canoe table (really cool!) and more. Food will be available at the site from Saturday morning to Sunday morning.
The Rendezvous will wind down on Sunday afternoon with the Rodeo! This rodeo is for friendly competition. The top three places in each class (beginner, intermediate and expert) will also be presented with Stony rock trophies and a free event T-shirt!
Raft trips will be available on Saturday and Sunday for the less experienced boaters in your group. Pre-registration for the raft trip is required.
Please see the Benscreek Canoe Club website www.benscreekcanoeclub.com for maps, detailed creek descriptions, sponsors, lodging options, rafting information, water levels and updated Rendezvous information.