About us
Welcome to TC Paddlesports. Whether your a kayaker, Canoeist or SUP'er there are activities for you! This group is sponsored by the Trinity Coalition, the non-profit that manages the Trinity River National Water Trail. Please check out our website at https://trinitycoalition.org/ .
When attending trips please arrive early enough before the posted departure time so you can load you boat and be ready to go. We require participants wear a personal flotation device (life jacket)
All members are encouraged to post ideas for trips as long as they are safe and within their abilities. Please feel free to get involved or ask questions.
Be aware that all participants are responsible for there own safety, if you feel a trip is being conducted in a unsafe manner or above your skill level you may leave the activity.
Hope to see you on the water!
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Get Certified! Community Paddlesport Leader
TC Paddlesports at Panther Island, 480 N Taylor St, Fort Worth, TX, US## Serious Inquiries Only! Class will fill up fast!
When: Thursday, August 27th - 2-hr Virtual class; Friday, August 28 - Sunday, August 30
Virtual Class Time: 6 PM - 8 PM; Onsite Class Time: 9 AM - 3 PMPrerequisite: Must complete a Kayaking 101: Basic Skills Course (held most Saturdays-Sundays) *CPR Certification (required; must be current)
What: $275 Course Fee: includes *CPR First Aid Safety, Certified Instructors, ACA 1-year discounted membership, Course instruction manual, and Certification. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.Where: Participants and Instructors will meet at TC Paddlesports each day at Panther Island, 480 North Taylor Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102. Teresa Patterson, ACA Instructor, TC Paddlesports Manager
Purpose:
The primary purpose of a Community Paddlesports Leadership course is to certify individuals to safely, effectively, and confidently lead group day excursions in calm or mild-water environments. It transitions paddlers from focusing on personal skills to mastering group management, risk assessment, and trip planning.Audience:
Outdoor Organization Staff: Camp counselors, non-profit guides, and university trip coordinators.
Community & Club Organizers: Meetup organizers, parks and recreation staff, local paddling club leaders, and scout leaders.
Hobbyists: Casual paddlers who want the formal training to take friends and family members out on the water safely.Certification value: The ACA's CommunityPaddlesports Leader certification equips individuals with trip planning and on-the-water basic skills. It is designed to allow staff, club members, and volunteers to confidently and safely lead beginner-friendly day excursions on calm, sheltered waters for various craft like kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.
- Program Overview
- The program overview link provides general itinerary information, as well as program details helpful for participants to understand more about the certification and training. This program is designed to demonstrate a general understanding of daily paddlesports activities and is subject to change. Please read: Essential Eligibility Criteria; Community Paddlesports Leader Criteria
- Community Paddlesports Leader Curriculum
- The (CPL) certification courses explore and develop solutions to paddling challenges including venue selection, group management, participant competency, and rescues across a variety of paddlecraft. This non-discipline specific course trains leaders who engage with the broader paddling community to provide safe, fun paddling experiences at the entry level for day trips on calm water. Click the link above to find out more!
Lead Instructor: Melinda Moree
melinda@melindamoree.com
Level 5 ACA Coastal Sea Kayaker
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ACA Lead Admin: Kelsey Bracewell kbracewell@americancanoe.org
ACA Staff Member- Co-Instructor: Rose Thompson
Rose@trinitycoalition.org
ACA Certified Instructor
469.827.7323[https://forms.gle/buYmemtngSSztMzQA](Registration and payment is needed! )
CPL Facilitator: Roxanne Thomas Info@adventuresonthemovellc.com
ACA Certified Paddlesports Leader3 attendees
Full CORN MOON paddle at Panther Island
TC Paddlesports at Panther Island, 480 N Taylor St, Fort Worth, TX, USEnjoy the sunset on the water and night on the Trinity River National Water Trail under the full moon. See the river forest by night and the city lights from the water under the full moon.
We will meet at TC Paddlesports at 6:45 PM and launch at approx 7:15 PM from the Panther Island Beach. We will paddle into the sunset. Once the sun is down, we will turn around to enjoy the calm water and the full moon over the city as we return to the beach.
Sunset 8:00 PM. Moonrise 8:18 PM.
This is a beginner friendly trip of about 4 miles.Rentals available
Lights vests and guide provided.
$50 per person single kayak
$90 2 person kayak or canoe
$45 Stand Up Paddleboard (1 person)
Included with Deluxe Adventurer Season Pass, but preregistration is required so we know to save you a spot.Location: 480 N Taylor St. Fort Worth, TX
682 682-1313 To reserve a boat you can reserve using the link: https://www.adventuresunlimitedpaddling.com/shop/full-moon-paddleIf you have your own equipment you are welcome to join us. There is no launch fee but we request a donation to Trinity Coalition or a tip for our guides. Lights are available for $5 rental. (Required bright white light on stern that can be easily seen).
Bring water, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, as well as clothes and shoes that can get wet (YOU WILL HAVE TO STEP INTO THE WATER).
You must leave a phone number when you RSVP for contact in case of weather cancellations. Call me with any questions or comments. 214 478-7856.Parking is free weekends and after 6.
Alternative parking is at 395 Purcey St. at Panther Island Pavilion Parking.
(We reserve the right to move the date slightly if the weather is bad since the Moon stays visually full for 3 days.)14 attendeesFull Harvest MOON paddle at Panther Island
TC Paddlesports at Panther Island, 480 N Taylor St, Fort Worth, TX, USEnjoy the sunset on the water and night on the Trinity River National Water Trail under the full moon. See the river forest by night and the city lights from the water under the full moon.
We will meet at TC Paddlesports at 6:15 PM and launch at approx 6:45 PM from the Panther Island Beach. We will paddle into the sunset. Once the sun is down, we will turn around to enjoy the calm water and the full moon over the city as we return to the beach.
Sunset 7:20 PM. Moonrise 7:14 PM. SO the moon will already be up before the sun goes down.This is a beginner friendly trip of about 4 miles.
Rentals available
Lights vests and guide provided.
$50 per person single kayak
$90 2 person kayak or canoe
$45 Stand Up Paddleboard (1 person)
Included with Deluxe Adventurer Season Pass, but preregistration is required so we know to save you a spot.
Location: 480 N Taylor St. Fort Worth, TX
682 682-1313 To reserve a boat you can reserve using the link: https://www.adventuresunlimitedpaddling.com/shop/full-moon-paddleIf you have your own equipment you are welcome to join us. There is no launch fee but we request a donation to Trinity Coalition or a tip for our guides. Lights are available for $5 rental. (Required bright white light on stern that can be easily seen).
Bring water, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, as well as clothes and shoes that can get wet (YOU WILL HAVE TO STEP INTO THE WATER).
You must leave a phone number when you RSVP for contact in case of weather cancellations. Call me with any questions or comments. 214 478-7856.
Parking is free weekends and after 6.Alternative parking is at 395 Purcey St. at Panther Island Pavilion Parking.
(We reserve the right to move the date slightly if the weather is bad since the Moon stays visually full for 3 days.)5 attendees
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