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Hawaiian Wounded Warriors Program gratefully receives OC-4 from Oceanside Outrigger Canoe Club

Those of us who date back a few years remember the orange OC-4, stored up against the fence in our boatyard. (That was back when we had a boatyard!)  You probably never saw it in the water.  The OC-4 was given to OOCC, and is intended for riding the surf, which we aren’t allowed to do in Southern California.  So the OC-4 sat there unused for many years, the worse for wear, exposed to the elements.  Even after OOCC’s move to the sand, the OC-4 sat next to the beach wall unused.

The OOCC Board asked Larry Bangert if he could raise money for the club by selling the canoe.   He placed on item on the SCORA website, but had no takers.  He did get an inquiry though, from the Kailua Canoe Club’s Wounded Warriors Program in Honolulu.
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OC 6 Race & Practice Information

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

Novice WOMEN: Practices are on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 pm and Saturdays at 8:30 am.

TRY-OUTS and FIRST TIME PADDLERS (men and women): Saturdays, 8:30 am

Practices Outline
  • Practice season starts in March and continues until September.
  • There are 3 practice sessions per week. 2 on weekday evenings and 1 on a weekend.
  • Practice session generally last for 2 hours during the week, 3 hours on weekend.

Races are held on Saturday's throughout the Summer

There are 3 categories of races held during the racing season. Each requires different paddling disciplines and training requirements. Racing venues are held at different beach locations throughout Southern California. Awards are given the to top 3 finishers in each race division.

Iron Season: May - June

These are an endurance style race that covers a distance of between 12 - 14 miles in the open ocean and generally takes about 2 hours of continuous paddling to complete. A 6 person crew works together in the same canoe for the duration of the race.

Sprint Season: July

These are high energy short distance races that cover between 500 - 2000 meters. A 6 person crew works together in the same canoe for the duration of the race(s). Crews work through the qualifying heats to reach the finals.

9-Man Season: August - September

These are long distance endurance races that cover between 18 - 32 miles in the open ocean. Crews consist of 9 paddlers and a chase boat. Paddlers are periodically changed out so that each paddler gets time to rest, eat and rehydrate. Requires high degree of physical fitness and the ability to get into moving canoe from within the water.

 
 
Tryouts Information

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

CURRENT TRYOUT PADDLES ARE POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

But we'll be back! Please check back weekly for updates!


SPRING/SUMMER SCHEDULE Time

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Join us on Saturday morning and put your skills to the water.  Our introductory paddles are led by an experienced and helpful coach who will assist you through stroke mechanics and water safety. Upon joining Oceanside Outrigger, each paddler will complete a novice season before participating in recreational or open racing programs. Novice paddlers can choose to race novice competitions, or not.  Please check the NOVICE SCHEDULE for your practice time.

Where: across from the boat launch at Oceanside Harbor

Time: Please show up at 8:30a to give time to get oriented, sign in and help put canoes in the water. The goal is to be on the water by 9:00a.

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

Rain or Shine? Just shine.  We paddle if its cold, but not when it rains.

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

 

NOVICE PRACTICE SCHEDULE

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

Novice WOMEN: Practices are on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 pm and Saturdays at 8:30 am.

TRY-OUTS and FIRST TIME PADDLERS (men and women): Saturdays, 8:30

What You Should Know Before Trying Out

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 .

 

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