Paddling Series
North Park Lake 10am -- June 18 and September 9, 2023
Raccoon Creek State Park 10am -- July 22, 2023
The Yough River from Dawson to Layton, PA 9am -- August 12, 2023
Join Three Rivers Adaptive Sports (TRAS) for an exciting series of paddling, fun and friendship on the beautiful North Park Lake, Raccoon Creek State Park and along the scenic Youghiogheny River! Boater can register to join the fun for one or all of the adventures in the 2023 TRAS Paddling Series.
Paddlers will have a chance to try TRAS state of the art adaptive kayak and canoe seating systems, as well as paddle adaptations, and kayaks equipped with outriggers for maximal stability. There will also be tandem kayaks and canoes available. TRAS’ adaptive kayak and canoe gear can allow anyone to enjoy paddling sports. The same assortment of specialized adaptive equipment and boats will be available at North Park Lake, Raccoon Creek State Park and Yough Rivers.
At North Park Lake and Raccoon Creek State Park, TRAS boaters will have an opportunity to enjoy some paddling around and will have a chance to tryout a variety of gear to see what works best for them.
For the Yough River excursion, TRAS paddlers will meet at Hazelbaker’s Recreational Services (653 Layton Rd. Perryopolis, PA 15473) at 9:00 am. Kayakers and canoeist will depart at 10am via van shuttle to the launch in Dawson, PA. Once on the river, TRAS paddlers on a leisurely 8 miles float on gently flowing water and a couple of Class I rapids. Along the way TRAS boaters can enjoy a refreshing dip in the river, fishing (PA Fishing License required), or just kick back and soak in the sun. The group will stop along the way to enjoy a picnic lunch on the river’s edge. TRAS adventurers will finish out the float bask at the Hazelbaker’s facility to end the day on the river.
The $10 registration fee for TRAS members and $15 for non-members per person includes boat rental and adaptive equipment (plus shuttle and lunch for the Yough trip).
Registration fee for Yough River and forms must be received one week in advance of selected date(s).
Space is limited! Don’t miss out on these great days on the water. Complete the form below and send it in today to reserve your spot!!!
Paddlers will have a chance to try TRAS state of the art adaptive kayak and canoe seating systems, as well as paddle adaptations, and kayaks equipped with outriggers for maximal stability. There will also be tandem kayaks and canoes available. TRAS’ adaptive kayak and canoe gear can allow anyone to enjoy paddling sports. The same assortment of specialized adaptive equipment and boats will be available at North Park Lake, Raccoon Creek State Park and Yough Rivers.
At North Park Lake and Raccoon Creek State Park, TRAS boaters will have an opportunity to enjoy some paddling around and will have a chance to tryout a variety of gear to see what works best for them.
For the Yough River excursion, TRAS paddlers will meet at Hazelbaker’s Recreational Services (653 Layton Rd. Perryopolis, PA 15473) at 9:00 am. Kayakers and canoeist will depart at 10am via van shuttle to the launch in Dawson, PA. Once on the river, TRAS paddlers on a leisurely 8 miles float on gently flowing water and a couple of Class I rapids. Along the way TRAS boaters can enjoy a refreshing dip in the river, fishing (PA Fishing License required), or just kick back and soak in the sun. The group will stop along the way to enjoy a picnic lunch on the river’s edge. TRAS adventurers will finish out the float bask at the Hazelbaker’s facility to end the day on the river.
The $10 registration fee for TRAS members and $15 for non-members per person includes boat rental and adaptive equipment (plus shuttle and lunch for the Yough trip).
Registration fee for Yough River and forms must be received one week in advance of selected date(s).
Space is limited! Don’t miss out on these great days on the water. Complete the form below and send it in today to reserve your spot!!!
Call Mark Kulzer at [email protected] or (412) 848-8896 with questions or for additional information.
Here Is the PARTICIPANT Procedure:
- Complete the TRAS Registration Form. CLICK HERE for TRAS Registration Form
- Complete the TRAS Liability Waiver Form CLICK HERE for TRAS Liability Waiver Form
- Complete the TRAS Media Release Form CLICK HERE for TRAS Media Release Form
- Pay your fees by Check or PayPal for the Yough River ONLY. NO CHARGE for other events.
- Forms and Fees MUST be received one week in advance of chosen dates.
Here Is the VOLUNTEER Procedure:
- Complete the Volunteer Registration Form. CLICK HERE
- Complete the Volunteer Liability Waiver Form CLICK HERE
- Complete the Volunteer Media Release Form CLICK HERE
- Forms must be received one week in advance of selected date(s).
- All volunteers must complete the Clearance Process.