A big THANK YOU goes out to all those who helped repair our iakos.

Restoring these vital parts of the canoe takes time, patience and attention to detail. Getting our iakos to shine and durable could not have been done without the help of our dedicated member volunteers. Volunteers also took time to repair our club paddles.

Be sure to recognize Ruthie W for her dedication and generosity to making sure our equipment is in top shape.

In preparation for another success race season, OOCC is focused on making sure all of our equipment is thoroughly checked, repaired or replaced and in excellent working condition.

Saturday Paddle Update:

As the 2012 racing season approaches, paddlers who have regularly attended Saturday paddles have noticed some changes. These changes are designed to help OOCC's competitive edge coming into the race season. There are two main purposes behind the changes that have been noticed: Recruitment & Retention.

As a result of these changes, the following schedule is now in place (subject to change).

Program Levels

Novice/Beginning Level - Saturday 9:00 AM (sign-in at 8:30a)

• This is for all members who have paddled less than one year and/or have not completed a novice race season. Members in this group can move into Rec Paddle or Race Development as warranted.

Race Development - Saturday 9:00 AM (sign-in at 8:30a)

• Open to all members who have are interested in racing Novice Division.
• Open to members who want a structured workout similar to race practice.
• Paddlers should expect to run specific drills focusing on technique, strength & endurance and teamwork.
• Degree of Effort:  60% - 80%; Distance: 6 – 10 miles; Duration: 1 – 2 hours

Recreational Paddle - Sunday 9:00 AM (sign-in at 8:30a)

• Open to all members who have completed a novice program or have paddled at least one year and can contribute to a crew for eight to twelve miles at a vigorous pace.
• Degree of Effort:  60% - 100%; Distance:  8 – 15 miles; Duration: 2 – 3.5 hours

We are recruiting on a continual basis athletic individuals who enjoy water sports, camaraderie and competition.

CURRENT TRYOUTS PADDLE DATES:

TRY-OUTS for the Novice Race Team will be on the following dates:

Where: across from the boat launch at Oceanside Harbor

Time: 11:00 - 11:15; please give time for morning crews to return from
Practice.

Attire: quick dri aerobic clothing, boardshorts, or cotton. Flip flops or water shoes recommended. Also bring a towel and sweatshirt to change into, as you may get a bit wet.

Try-outs for the novice racing season are currently open. Our the Rec or Race Development programs also offers early conditioning for the upcoming season!

For questions on tryouts, send email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

New Member Tryouts:

This is for people interested in trying out outrigger canoe paddling with the intent of becoming a member.

• Interested persons should be able to tread water for 5 mins
  
• Be able to swim for 200 yards
• Be sufficiently physically fit to undergo at least one hour of strenuous physical activity.
• Have a competitive spirit, be comfortable around the water, be willing to commit time to practice and have a positive attitude.

Tryouts include paddling for 2-3 miles in the Oceanside Harbor and surrounding area at a moderately vigorous pace. Although different muscles are used, workout could be compared to a 1 mile run or swim or 3 mile bike ride.

Club membership is required in order to participate in all club activities, races and recreational paddles. Race and equipment fees extra.

Definition of Novice Paddler:

• New member who has paddled for less than one year in a 6 man outrigger canoe.
• Have not completed a SCORA sanctioned Novice race season.
• Intend to compete in the OC6 race summer season or participate in OOCC Rec paddle program year round.
  

Interested persons are encouraged to email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

NEW SCORA RACE REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: All paddlers intending to race in the 2012 season must fill out online for via SCORA website. CLICK HERE to register.

This is a online version of the SCORA waiver. This new system will generate a new SCORA number that will be used to track when and where you race.

Women Racers: Practices are on Monday's and Wednesdays at 5:30pm and Saturdays at 8:00am.

Men Racers: Practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30pm and Sundays at 8:00am.

Novice Racers: Practices are on Monday and Wednesday at 5:30pm and Saturday at 8:30am.