Tier 3: Kayak Camping at Devil's Lake State Park

4/12 update: the event is full, we will only have openings if someone cancels.

IMPORTANT: Once you are on the going list, you need to pay your $20 camping fee (instructions below) within 48 hours, otherwise you will be moved back to the waitlist. Please do NOT pay if you are on the waitlist.

Please note that this is an adults-only event.

This will be our group's first time camping and paddling at Devil's Lake. We are very excited to explore a new location.

Please follow this link for more info about the park:
Devil's Lake SP

ATTENDEES:
This is a Tier 3 event, which is meant for experienced kayakers with dependable equipment and a solid history of attending events with our group. Everyone goes on the waitlist to start with, and the organizers will evaluate each person's kayaking abilities before moving them to the going list. Please only sign up if you are serious about going, and keep your RSVP updated if something changes. If you want to bring a non-member guest, please contact the organizer.

NO-SHOWS and LAST MINUTE CANCELATIONS:
If you do this, make sure to provide a very good explanation to the organizers, otherwise you risk being banned from future camping events. Camping fees is non-refundable.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
Friday, May 31st: Check-in begins at 4PM. Arrive anytime after that and register for your assigned campsite. You will need to pay $7 daily parking fee directly to the camp; this is NOT included in your $20 camping fee. Consider carpooling to save money and avoid parking issues. Set up camp and spend the rest of the day socializing with the group.

Saturday, June 2nd: We will have breakfast, then get the kayaks ready and go paddling on the lake (weather permitting). Other possible activities: Walk on the beach, explore Lincoln City. In the evening we will gather around a bonfire for dinner and social activities.

Sunday, June 3rd: Have breakfast and start packing up. Check-out time is 1PM. Possible other activities TBD.

CAMPING INFO:
-Please pack everything you would need for a weekend camping trip. REI has a good list on their website. https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html.

ALCOHOL USE/GENERAL VIBE:
Sometimes drinking around the fire becomes the focal point and the activity that determines the vibe of a gathering. We'd like to center evening portion of this gathering around human connection, fun, storytelling, perhaps some authentic relating activities and relaxing
It does not mean you can't drink, let's just moderate it and not make it a focal point.

PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Your $20 camping fee is due within 48 hours of being moved to the Going list. ($10 for additional person in your tent) Please do NOT pay if you are on the waitlist. This covers camping only. You will need to pay additional $7/night parking fee directly to the camp when you check in, even if you are parked at the camp site. Please pay via Venmo to:
@JackBaikov (if it asks for last 4 digits of phone number, use 7191)
If you don't use Venmo, please message Jack for an alternate payment method.

DISCLAIMER:
Meetup leaders are unpaid volunteers and claim no special expertise or knowledge. By attending this meetup, you agree that you are responsible for your own health, safety, and decision making and that the organizer(s)/host(s) will not be held liable for any injury or health issue you sustain while in attendance. We will participate as a group but ultimately YOU are responsible for your own experience, safety, and decision-making.