Any KCCNY members can coordinate.


Mar 2025

Playboating Clinic

Playboating Clinic

Sat, Mar 29

Garfield, NJ
Playboating clinic at the pool session. Learn edge control, stalls, and other skills in a controlled environment that should translate to greater skills on the river. Taught by the Mongaup's best, John 'NJ Boofer'.
Coordinator: John Scelba .
Penultimate Pool Session

Penultimate Pool Session

Sat, Mar 29

Garfield, NJ
2 two-hour pool sessions to try everything from basic handling to advanced play-boating to working on that all-important roll at the same spacious Garfield Pool we've had for years. 
Coordinator: Erik Werner .
All Remaining Pool Sessions

All Remaining Pool Sessions

Sat, Mar 29 - Sat, Apr 5

Garfield, NJ
2 two-hour pool sessions to try everything from basic handling to advanced play-boating to working on that all-important roll at the same spacious Garfield Pool we've had for years. 
Coordinator: Erik Werner .

Apr 2025

Final Pool Session

Final Pool Session

Sat, Apr 5

Garfield, NJ
2 two-hour pool sessions to try everything from basic handling to advanced play-boating to working on that all-important roll at the same spacious Garfield Pool we've had for years. 
Coordinator: Mark Voorhees .
Whitewater Swimmer &  Gear Recovery

Whitewater Swimmer & Gear Recovery

Sat, Apr 5

Garfield, NJ
Basic whitewater safety items that can make coordinating or assisting with trips easier and safer include boat plowing, paddling, carrying someone else’s paddles, and towing people.
Coordinator: Tom Hart .
Mongaup - 2 Barrel release (II+)

Mongaup - 2 Barrel release (II+)

Sun, Apr 27

Sparrow Bush, New York
Mongaup - 2 barrel -1st official release
Coordinator: Christopher Dubetsky .

May 2025

CHEAT RIVER FESTIVAL(II and up)

CHEAT RIVER FESTIVAL(II and up)

Fri, May 2 - Sun, May 4

Albright, WV
Cheat Fest is the annual celebration hosted by Friends of the Cheat on the banks of the Cheat River. Boaters, music lovers, and families enjoy a day full of live music, dancing, art, vendors, and fun.
Coordinator: Coordinator 2B Determined .
Pre-Mother's Day 'Mom'gaup (2 Barrel)

Pre-Mother's Day 'Mom'gaup (2 Barrel)

Sat, May 10

Sparrow Bush, New York
Mongaup - 2 barrel
Coordinator: Sean Kraft .
KCCNY Business Meeting

KCCNY Business Meeting

Mon, May 12

Online,
Board meeting open to all members. Online with possible in person option. Join us - there's lots that needs to be done and lots more that can be done (if you want to do it)!
Coordinator: Sean Kraft .
Stonycreek Rendezvous (Class 3-4)

Stonycreek Rendezvous (Class 3-4)

Fri, May 16

JOHNSTOWN, PA
Stoneycreek Rendezvous weekend! This is a class 3+ River with lots of play. Camping will be at the Rendezvous site which features a lighted surf [...]
Coordinator: Peter Nolan .
First 1 barrel  Mongaup (II)

First 1 barrel Mongaup (II)

Sun, May 25

Sparrow Bush, New York
Less pushy then 2 barrels but still plenty of fun. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to 2 to get used [...]
Coordinator: Erik Werner .
Lehigh Later Start

Lehigh Later Start

Sun, May 25

White Haven, PA
Avoid the crowds and paddle in the warmest time of the day with a late starting Lehigh. A great step up for beginners but fun for experienced paddlers.
Coordinator: Christopher Dubetsky .
Mongaup (II)

Mongaup (II)

Sat, May 31

Sparrow Bush, New York
Less pushing and exciting but still plenty of fun. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to 2.  It's a great chance [...]
Coordinator: Sean Kraft .

Jun 2025

Lehigh with camping

Lehigh with camping

Sat, Jun 7 - Sun, Jun 8

Albrightsville, PA
Normal release - Great for beginners but still plenty of fun for better paddlers. Camping at Hickory Run Group campsites.
Coordinator: Erik Werner .
Lehigh Later Start

Lehigh Later Start

Sun, Jun 8

White Haven, PA
Avoid the crowds and paddle in the warmest time of the day with a late starting Lehigh. A great step up for beginners but fun for experienced paddlers.
Coordinator: Christopher Dubetsky .
Mongaup 2 Barrel (II)

Mongaup 2 Barrel (II)

Sun, Jun 15

Sparrow Bush, New York
2 barrels of fun and most likely warm air and nearly warm water. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to 2.  [...]
Coordinator: Tom Hart .
Pride on the River with camping (II,IV)

Pride on the River with camping (II,IV)

Sat, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 22

Florida, MA
We have group camping at Savoy. KCCNY and this event is committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for all individuals to enjoy the joy of paddlesports while celebrating diversity and unity.
Coordinator: Tom Hart .

Jul 2025

Mongaup 2 Barrel (II+)

Mongaup 2 Barrel (II+)

Sat, Jul 5

Sparrow Bush, New York
2 barrels of fun and most likely warm air and warm water. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to 2. Great [...]
Coordinator: Coordinator 2B Determined .
Level 2/3 Swiftwater Rescue Training

Level 2/3 Swiftwater Rescue Training

Sat, Jul 12 - Sun, Jul 13
12:00 am

Jim Thorpe, PA
2 day swift-water course. It's never too early  - or too late - in your whitewater career to take a swiftwater course. You'll learn how [...]
Coordinator: Wayne Gman .
KCCNY Business Meeting

KCCNY Business Meeting

Mon, Jul 14

Online,
Board meeting open to all members. Online with possible in person option. Join us - there's lots that needs to be done and lots more that can be done (if you want to do it)!
Coordinator: Sean Kraft .
Mongaup 2 Barrel (II+)

Mongaup 2 Barrel (II+)

Sun, Jul 20

Sparrow Bush, New York
2 barrels of fun and most likely warm air and warm water. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to 2. Great [...]
Coordinator: Coordinator 2B Determined .
Lehigh with camping

Lehigh with camping

Sat, Jul 26 - Sun, Jul 27

Albrightsville, PA
Normal release - Great for beginners but still plenty of fun for better paddlers. Camping at Hickory Run Group campsites.
Coordinator: Erik Werner .
Mongaup 1 Barrel (II)

Mongaup 1 Barrel (II)

Sat, Jul 26

Sparrow Bush, New York
Not as pushy as 2 barrels and most likely warm air and warm water. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to [...]
Coordinator: Coordinator 2B Determined .

Aug 2025

Lehigh with camping

Lehigh with camping

Sat, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 3

Albrightsville, PA
Normal release - Great for beginners but still plenty of fun for better paddlers. Camping at Hickory Run Group campsites.
Coordinator: Erik Werner .
Mongaup 1 Barrel (II)

Mongaup 1 Barrel (II)

Sat, Aug 9

Sparrow Bush, New York
Not as pushy as 2 barrels and most likely warm air and warm water. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to [...]
Coordinator: Coordinator 2B Determined .
Hudson River Gorge

Hudson River Gorge

Sat, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 17

North River, NY
2 days on the Hudson Gorge with primitive camping near the putin for those that like that sort of thing. Class 3 but you need [...]
Coordinator: Tom Hart .
Mongaup 2 Barrel (II+)

Mongaup 2 Barrel (II+)

Sun, Aug 17

Sparrow Bush, New York
2 barrels of fun and most likely warm air and warm water. Generally better to try a 1 barrel before stepping up to 2. Great [...]
Coordinator: Coordinator 2B Determined .
Lehigh Mini-mega with camping

Lehigh Mini-mega with camping

Sat, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 24

Albrightsville, PA
The Lehigh.... Our classic class 2. Beautiful, great beginner run with plenty of play to entertain the more experienced. Where would you rather be on [...]
Coordinator: Erik Werner .

Sep 2025

KCCNY Business Meeting

KCCNY Business Meeting

Mon, Sep 8

Online,
Board meeting open to all members. Online with possible in person option. Join us - there's lots that needs to be done and lots more that can be done (if you want to do it)!
Coordinator: Sean Kraft .

Oct 2025

Lehigh Mega

Lehigh Mega

Fri, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 12

Albrightsville, PA
Usually several days of big waves and avoidable big holes. Lots of thrill without much risk, fall colors. Glamping at Hickory Run Group campsites - fan favorites as they essentially have no back, so you can pitch your tent as far back in the Pennsyltucky woods as you dare and not be kept up by rambunctious fellow campers.
Coordinator: Tom Hart .
Escape from Zomgaup 4

Escape from Zomgaup 4

Sat, Oct 25

Lumberland, New York
4th annual 'Zomgaup' race*. We'll also have a club trip and a BBQ at the end as part of the awards ceremony. Fun for the whole family.
Coordinator: John Scelba .

Nov 2025

Tohickon (III)

Tohickon (III)

Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 2

Pipersville, PA
The Tohickon is the first northeast release of the year and the traditional start of the paddling season for many. A great step up river with drops not normally found on a class 3 river
Coordinator: Peter Nolan .