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Gatherings in the Storm


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Rough Water Symposium AUGUST 29–31, 2008 Intermediate to advanced students can take a beating and learn valuable rough-water surviv- al skills in the rock gardens and tidal streams of “the Race” near Point Judith, Rhode Island. Old and New World tutors include Fiona Whitehead, Dale Williams and Greenland- paddling queen Cheri Perry. WHY GO: Traditional paddlers eager to dip their sticks in the surf can challenge them- selves in (relative) safety with Greenland-spe- cific clinics. $595, maineislandkayak.com/symposium.html


Surfing Superior Confluence OCTOBER 4–6, 2008


Te mayhem continues in the fourth season of this celebration of surf on Superior’s North Shore at Wawa, Ontario. Tere are no sched- ules, courses, or prerequisites as such, just a fun and informal weekend with fellow enthu- siasts and great surf. WHY GO: Te lake’s frigid waters are warmest in September, and attendees can fight the chill while enjoying a “brew with a view” at host Naturally Superior Adventures’ lodge. $125, naturallysuperior.com


Georgian Bay Storm Gathering OCTOBER 17–19, 2008


Inspired by the U.K. gathering of the same name, this first annual rendezvous in Parry Sound, Ontario, pits experienced kayakers against Georgian Bay’s autumn waves and granite rock gardens. “It’s not about getting killed,” says event coordinator David Johnston, “It’s about working on the skills you’ve always wanted to practice.” WHY GO: “Freshwater with ocean conditions.” georgianbaystormgathering.com


U.K. Storm Gathering Symposium OCTOBER 25–27, 2008


Returning for a rollicking third year, Storm Gathering 2008 will be held in Anglesey. Un- der the watchful tutelage of BCU coaches, rough water neophytes and surfing grandmas- ters alike can enjoy a solid pummelling in the famously treacherous seas off Holyhead. WHY GO: Navigation and incident manage- ment clinics help place the emphasis on pre- paring for challenging conditions, commit- ment and open crossings. $125, edgeofadventure.com


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