Date: Tuesday, 1/9/2025
Time: 3-5pm
Lead Contact: Justin K; justin.kiesby001@gmail.com
Crew: Justin, Marty, Colin, Al, Doug, Ben
Spec/Unlimited: Spec
Float Plan: Harbor > Seal Rock>Harbor
Date: Tuesday, 1/7/2025
Time: 3-5pm
Lead Contact: Justin K; justin.kiesby001@gmail.com
Crew: Justin, Marty, Colin, Al, Doug, Ben
Spec/Unlimited: Spec
Float Plan: Harbor > Castle Beach>Harbor
Date: 12/27/2024
Time: 1-3p
Lead Contact: Nancy C.; ncarroll17@gmail.com
Crew: Michell P., Nancy C., Jane M., Julie B., Laurel R., Leslie
Spec/Unlimited: Unlimited; 12/24 – Tai made an exception to: “Unlimiteds are unavailable for reservations until race season start except can be used for Rec & Fitness if #’s warrant.”
Float Plan: TBD; will be texted to Leslie prior to launching
Date: 12/27/2024
Time: 8:45a-11:00a
Lead Contact: fiddlebug4@yahoo.com
Crews: Nicholas, Nancy, Mary Kay, Colleen, Lawrence, Charleen, Cindy P., Pam A., Linda B., Julie B., ( ), ( )
Spec/Unlimited: Spec (2)
Float Plan: TBD; will text Leslie the plan prior to launching
Date: 12/20/2024
Time: 8:45a-11:00a
Lead Contact: MaryKay W.; fiddlebug4@yahoo.com
Crews: Nicholas C., Mary Kay, Colleen, Lawrence, Laurel, Julie B.
Spec/Unlimited: 1 Spec
Float Plan: Harbor>Long Marine Lab>Harbor
Date: Friday, 12/13
Time: 8:45-11:00a
Lead Contact: Mary Kay W.; fiddlebug4@yahoo.com
Crews: 1.) Tai, Colleen, Juli D., Linda B., Julie, and Max; 2.) Nicolas, Marian, Laurel, Charleen, and Mary Kay
Spec/Unlimited: Spec (2)
Float Plan: Harbor
OSC is thrilled to offer another fantastic chance to enhance our stoke and expand our knowledge in outrigger paddling! Whether an experienced veteran or a newer paddler, a coach or program leader, recreational or competitive paddler, sit 1 through 6—this evening event is designed for everyone!
DATE: Thursday, January 16
LOCATION: Santa Cruz Police Department
DOORS OPEN: 5:30PM
SOCIAL HOUR: 5:30-6:00PM
BRING if you choose: food and drinks to enjoy and share as this event is during suppertime
DO: bring questions
During this phenomenal winter of surf and swells let’s hear how to work with the ocean from the wa’a in our local coastal waters in addition to follow up information regarding OSC’s steering accreditation program, risk management and processes applicable to all members.
TOPICS:
Amy Culver & Jane McKenzie
*Downwind paddling – connecting the dots; #6, #1
*Upwind paddling
*Chasing bumps
*Swell dynamics – how to avoid stalling
*How to address timing problems within the crew
*Calling ‘huts’ – novice vs. experienced, excessive talking in the wa’a
*Bailing – who, what, why, when; communication
*Huli/Swamping – why, prevention
*Roles & responsibilities seats 1-6 in paddling and safety measures
*Seating the crew – recreational vs. for races; novice vs. seasoned paddlers
*Steering seats other than #6
*Positive thinking and communication – crew management
*Ho’oponopono – who, what, why, when, how
Lori Chavez & Pam Ambris
*Steering program review
Bruce Neill (OSC 2025 Safety Officer)
*Incidents – risk management, debriefings, incident reports
In addition to club members presenting, we’re excited to have Amy Culver as our guest speaker once again! Amy has been mastering the art of steering since she was just 9 years old and has dedicated her life to learning from the ocean. She’s had the honor of working with legendary coaches like Nappy Napoleon, Billy Whitford, and Titaua Tahi. Much of her wisdom comes from her deep connection with the ocean, and she’s eager to share her insights with us.
“Some of my best times on the ocean has been with Outrigger Santa Cruz, both as a steersperson and Coach.” ~Amy C.