Rice Lake - Lum Park

Join us for the first paddle of the year at Rice Lake, Lum Park

The paddle is still planned but with the following guidance for Covid-19 precautions.

• Face masks need to be worn when on land prior to launching. Once on the water you can take them off.
• We will paddle in smaller separated groups. Even in your small group try not to get close and still maintain recommended social distancing.
• Make sure you are prepared to self rescue (bring those paddle floats) and with the colder water this time of year make sure you have proper warm gear.
• Don masks again when back on land and helping others with their kayaks
• We will not do any potluck but If you want to bring a beverage and snack to socialize after that is fine but will still need to maintain proper social distancing.
• And I hope it goes without saying that if you feel ill in any way then it's best to sit this paddle out (I think that's always a good general rule).

And finally, we do realize that this can be a difficult decision on how to handle kayak season this year. If you are not comfortable paddling then we certainly understand that. If you are comfortable with getting together and fully understand the Covid-19 recommendations (always social distance, have a mask available) then lets all be understanding of that decision as well. For all of us, this pandemic is uncharted water (ok, had to say that!) and we'll do our best to decide what makes us comfortable. We're all in this together, stay safe and healthy.