Ceyana Canoe Club upcoming events

2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (23 Apr 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:45:00 GMT

Our Big Canoe Fitness sessions are focused on using the big boats to gain strength, power, and endurance. This is a paddling workout, you will learn many things about paddling the big canoes, but that is not the primary focus.

These sessions run every Thursday night depending on weather and water levels from our Buena Vista Storage Sheds. Come early to help get the boats to the water, bring your own paddles, PFDs, water bottles, and any other paddling gear you may require. Paddlers will also be invited to join Darryl and our leaders for Monday evening sessions.

We expect these sessions to commence Thursday evenings, 6:45 - 9:00 pm from April 23, and will run until late August. Once registered Darryl will forward a google spreadsheet so that you can report on which session you will be attending.... full attendance is the default. Coach Darryl will update on Monday locations once you have registered.

The start date, and all subsequent sessions depend on appropriate river conditions <600 cms.

The club collects a $25/month fee this year to help with program costs (insurance fees are up), equipment maintenance and replacement (we have a new canoe for 2024). Club equipment is available for new paddlers for the first session or three, then participants are expected to provide their own life-jacket, and bent shaft paddle. If you've not paddled big canoes before it is best to get in a session or two before acquiring your own paddle. For each session a water bottle, rain gear, and dry clothes in a small dry bag are good to bring along.

You must be healthy to attend any sessions, please do a COVID/Flu/Cold self assessment before each paddling session. If you are not feeling well please do not come.

Registration will be available from April 2 to August 4. You may register for additional sessions at any time.

Course Change, Cancellation and Refund Policy - Please read the policy on this link before completing any program registration that involves a payment. Given the extended nature of this program registration changes and cancellations are by email to Darryl.

Contact Darryl Tetz for more information and to be added to the attendance sheet: bigcanoe@ceyana.ca

Peace River Brigade 2026 (24 Apr 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

2026 Peace River Canoe Brigade
July 4 to 9, 2026

Clayhurst B.C, to Peace River Alberta

A voyageur canoe brigade with up to 8 teams from across Canada. The brigade will be vehicle supported so group gear etc. will be shuttled each day to the campsites.

The call for participants is still open for our team and possibly to join other teams. If interested contact ian.hosler@gmail.com

Each participant at this time needs to pay $200.00 prior to May 10th. (Our deadline to turn over funds to the Brigade is May 15th)

Details at: https://voyageurbrigade.org/future-brigades/

Interested club members may want to begin training with Darryl prior to this.

"Mothers Day Paddle" for all who are mothers, or have/had a MOTHER (10 May 2026)

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Jim & Deb have invited club members to paddle their "home" lake, Lessard Lake. The live just off the lake 700 m SW from the Boat Launch. Lessard Lake is about a 1 hr drive West and North from Edmonton. Best Access is up Hwy #43, past Gunn, Glenevis and then south down Hwy #765 and then west onto Twnshp Rd 554, which turns into Lessard Rd and will bring you to the Boat Launch access. The plan is a 10 AM meet at the Boat Launch, bring lunch, it maybe "on the Lake" or maybe back at the Durnfords.

It is BEST if you are a club member, but guests are welcome for one or two of these sessions then our insurance company much appreciates you taking out a membership, as do we! Non-members please register by email to the trip leader/further info': Jim <jimdurnford@gmail.com>

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3 Rivers Rendezvous with Pinch-O-Crow Creekers (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Hopefully you can join us for the 26th annual May Long Weekend for the 3 Rivers Rendezvous in Southwest Alberta. The Pinch-o-Crow Creekers has camping, meals and activities all set for a great gathering of paddlers and their families from May 15 to 18th.

There will be trips on the Crowsnest, Castle and Oldman Rivers. There will be opportunities for beginner groups to get on the water and paddle easier stretches as well as more advanced trips.

For those with friends or family not paddling there are some great hikes, mountain biking,wonderful museums and historic sites nearby (Frank Slide, Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump, etc.)

You need to be a club member for this event.

You will need to register with the Pinch-O-Crow Creekers:

https://www.pinchocrowcreekers.com/3-rivers-rendezvous

Depending on the number of people in your party registration for the event, 5 meals, and camping starts at $145.00. Camping is in a field.

There are traditional campsites with hookups, tables and firepits for an extra fee of $105 for 3 days. To reserve one of these you need to email Chuck Lee at: pinchocrowcreekers93@gmail.com.

Check out the website listed above for all the information and to register for this event. If you have questions you can contact Donna <tripschair@ceyana.ca>

Buena Vista Park Sea Cans Cleanup (27 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

BUENA VISTA PARK SEA CANS CLEANUP - CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:

Paddling season is just around the corner, and Edmonton Paddling Centre Association (EPCA) needs help getting our communal areas ready!

This spring clean-up evening is being organized to tidy the grounds and ensure everything is in tip-top shape for the coming year.

As regular benefactors of these amazing river valley facilities, Ceyana Members have always been generously supportive when asked for help and as they say, many hands make light work! Other member club participants of EPCA are also being asked to help out.

Here are the details:

Buena Vista Paddling Centre Cleanup (Approx 2 hrs)

Date: Wednesday, May 27th

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Buena Vista Paddling Centre

Please email andy@aqoutdoors.com to sign up so there is an estimated headcount. However, drop-ins are always welcome!

What to Bring:

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty (squirrels often make a mess in the boats), closed-toe shoes, and gloves. A few weed whackers and extra rakes are always beneficial. Don’t forget a water bottle. All necessary cleaning supplies, garbage bags, and light snacks will be provided.

2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (28 May 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:45:00 GMT

The start date, and all subsequent sessions depend on appropriate river conditions <600 cms.

You must be healthy to attend any sessions, please do a COVID/Flu/Cold self assessment before each paddling session. If you are not feeling well please do not come.

Registration will be available from April 2 to August 4. You may register for additional sessions at any time.

Contact Darryl Tetz for more information and to be added to the attendance sheet: bigcanoe@ceyana.ca

Coal Lake, and maybe Pipestone Creek (31 May 2026)

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coal Lake is a long, skinny lake good for distance paddling. It's about 16 km long. The south boat launch is off Secondary Hwy 822, just north of Hwy 13, about an hour south of Edmonton.

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big wind, etc. Best to register so our leader can send out last minute instructions by the time you leave from work!

Best if you are a club member, but guests are welcome for one or two of these sessions then our insurance company much appreciates you taking out a membership, as do we! Non-members please register with, and for further info': Sylvia <syylee888@gmail.com>

Navigation - Map and Compass (06 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This course aims to give you an introduction to planning and navigating with the use of a map and a compass. We will meet at Elk Island national park - Astotin Lake (national park pass may be required for entry). Part of the course will be spent navigating on land and on the water.

We will review:

route planning

Topo Maps

Map reading

use of a compass to take bearings from a map

Orientating yourself on a map

Re-orientate yourself if you get lost .

Participants are expected to have a compass.

Recommended Compass - Silva mirror compass with declination built into it , a regular compass will also do.

Participants are expected to bring their own boats

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is May 29

Planned course facilitator: Ulmer, Eugene
If you have questions email ed@ceyana.ca

Adaptive Launch Opening Ceremonies (15 Jun 2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:15:00 GMT

ADAPTIVE LAUNCH OPENING CEREMONIES

Join EPCA (Edmonton Paddling Centres Association) as they celebrate the opening of the new adaptive boat launch at RPPC. This launch will expand paddling activities for all. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (16 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

This intro' canoeing program will teach appropriate entries, exits, paddle strokes, basic maneuvers, carries, rescues, and review equipment selection and where to go paddling. All equipment will/can be supplied. Participants do need to bring a towel and change of clothes , swims do happen occasionally! Rain gear should be brought... only thunder storms chase us off the water. For canoeing a pair of knee pads are helpful, and paddlers are welcome to bring along their own paddle and life jacket. You may register with a partner, or as an individual.

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Jun 07 2026

Planned Course facilitator : clare mullen

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

Rundle Park - Members Only Drop In Sessions (16 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

CEYANA MEMBERS may attend all sessions, need to sign in on-site to confirm current membership but do not need to pre-register.

If you have signed up as a new member or renewed your membership close to your first attendance date your name might not be on the list. It is your responsibility to download your active status card by logging in to your profile and clicking on the MEMBERSHIP TAB.

Members are expected to retrieve gear and boats on their own, clean off boats and return them to the proper areas of the storage shed on their own.

PUBLIC ACCESS will only be available July 28 and August 25. Mandatory registration info at Drop-Ins

*No SUPs, limited kayaks and canoes available on this day

Cancellations due to T-storms, wildfire smoke, etc: Notification policy is Here

IMPORTANT: All members/non-members must sign a waiver for the first visit of the season. There is NO LIFEGUARD on duty. Parents must supervise their children on the water.

Telford Lake Birding (17 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Neil, once again has invited us for a spring birding paddle on Telford Lake in Leduc. This lake is over 2 km long, and hosts a great variety of water fowl. We suspect that if contacted far enough in advance Neil can (?) arrange rentals from the Leduc Boat Club for paddlers without their own gear.

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big wind, etc. It is best to register so our leader can send out last minute instructions or cancellation by the time you leave from work!

Park away from the boat dock/launch. Unload your boats and help each other portage boats and gear to the dock/lake.

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (18 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Jun 07 2026

Planned Course facilitator : clare mullen

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

10 Bridges Summer Solstice Paddle, NSR through Edmonton (19 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

A lovely paddle through the city on the North Saskatchewan River on the longest day of the year. This trip will paddle from the Laurier Park boat launch to the finish of the paddle at Capilano.

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big wind, etc. Best to register so our leader can send out last minute instructions by the time you leave from work!

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (23 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Jun 07 2026

Planned Course facilitator : clare mullen

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (25 Jun 2026)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Jun 07 2026

Planned Course facilitator : clare mullen

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

We Paddle Day in Edmonton (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:00:00 GMT

JUNE IS 'WE PADDLE' MONTH IN CANADA

This Canadian initiative promotes healthy active lifestyles and honours the role of paddling in Canadian and Indigenous culture through club activities, educational opportunities, and community engagement. With the support of Canoe Kayak Canada and Paddle Canada, We Paddle focuses on making paddling more accesible and inclusive.

Learn about local clubs at the ACT Open House
Try drop-in kayaking at Rundle Pond
Learn more at We Paddle at CKC

Details will be posted as they become available.

Cardiff Pond - SE of Morinville (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

A birding and history paddle, led by Meghan J and assisted by Clare and Tim. We'll spend the morning birding and paddling around Cardiff Pond. We'll stop for lunch, then we will learn about the history of the Cardiff Pond and the surrounding area, and the people who built the community.

Yes, you must bring all your own gear, boat, etc. Check the weather forecast for appropriate dress. Check the attendance for car pooling. Yes you can borrow club boats gear, see our Equipment page here.

Yes, we cancel if the afternoon forecast is ugly, and we confirm with registrants by email... best reason for registering!

Not a Ceyana Member (required for registering online), drop the Trip Leader an email and ask to join. You will need to sign a club waiver on arrival at the start.

for further info': Meghan <meghanljacklin@gmail.com>

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2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (02 Jul 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:45:00 GMT

The start date, and all subsequent sessions depend on appropriate river conditions <600 cms.

You must be healthy to attend any sessions, please do a COVID/Flu/Cold self assessment before each paddling session. If you are not feeling well please do not come.

Registration will be available from April 2 to August 4. You may register for additional sessions at any time.

Contact Darryl Tetz for more information and to be added to the attendance sheet: bigcanoe@ceyana.ca

Star Lake, Parkland County (08 Jul 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Star Lake, west of Mink Lake Park on Hwy 770, is a lovely little lake in Parkland County with lots of bird life and fishermen. There is a dock and a beach area for launching. Head west on the Yellowhead Hwy. to secondary Hwy 770, drive south and turn west onto Twp Rd 524. Star Lake is about 2 mile west. At the "T" intersection keep going straight to the access road for the boat launch.

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big wind, etc. Best to register so our leader can send out last minute instructions by the time you leave from work!

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Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #2 (11 Jul 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Jun 28 2026

Planned Course facilitator : donna mckean

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

Islet Lake (12 Jul 2026)

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Islet Lake, SE of Edmonton, is a lovely little lake in Beaver County with lots of bird life and little islands to paddle around.

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big wind, etc. Best to register so our leader can send out last minute instructions.

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #2 (12 Jul 2026)

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Jun 28 2026

Planned Course facilitator : donna mckean

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

Muir Lake, Parkland County (15 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Muir Lake, just north of Stony Plain off Twp Rd 540, is a lovely little lake in Parkland County with lots of bird life and fishermen. There is a dock and a beach area for launching. Head north off the Yellowhead Hwy. on Campsite Road, drive 4 miles and turn west onto Twp Rd 540. Muir Lake is about 1 mile west on the south/left side of the road.

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big wind, etc. Best to register so our leader can send out last minute instructions by the time you leave from work!

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Telford Lake in Leduc--Polynesian Experience (22 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Neil & Roberta have again offered to provide a outrigger paddling session for our members at the Leduc Boat Club. For those not Leduc Boat Club members, there will be a $15 fee (these boats are expensive!) for this session, payable at the club house. And besides paddling you may even get a "Hula" lesson. Neil and Roberta both lived in Hawaii for some years and brought back more than just paddling skills!

We do cancel if it is ugly! Thunderstorms, big winds, major storm fronts in the forecast, etc. It is best to register so our leaders can send out timely instructions or cancellation!

And best if you are a club member, but guests are welcome for one or two of these sessions, then our insurance company much appreciates you taking out a membership, as do we!

for further info': Neil<neil4atutor@gmail.com>

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2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (30 Jul 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:45:00 GMT

The start date, and all subsequent sessions depend on appropriate river conditions <600 cms.

You must be healthy to attend any sessions, please do a COVID/Flu/Cold self assessment before each paddling session. If you are not feeling well please do not come.

Registration will be available from April 2 to August 4. You may register for additional sessions at any time.

Contact Darryl Tetz for more information and to be added to the attendance sheet: bigcanoe@ceyana.ca

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #3 (22 Aug 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Aug 15th 2026

Planned Course facilitator : Clare Mullen

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #3 (23 Aug 2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Review the Course Change, Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Change or Cancellation deadline for refund less $20 is Aug 15th 2026

Planned Course facilitator : Clare Mullen

Email: ed@ceyana.ca for additional information

Paddle Alberta Annual Fall Rendezvous 2026 (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Celebrate Paddle Alberta's 50th anniversary!

Event will be hosted at Hela Ventures. Further details and external registration link to be posted when available.

Ceyana Canoe Club upcoming events

2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (23 Apr 2026)

Peace River Brigade 2026 (24 Apr 2026)

2026 Peace River Canoe BrigadeJuly 4 to 9, 2026

"Mothers Day Paddle" for all who are mothers, or have/had a MOTHER (10 May 2026)

3 Rivers Rendezvous with Pinch-O-Crow Creekers (15 May 2026)

Buena Vista Park Sea Cans Cleanup (27 May 2026)

2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (28 May 2026)

Coal Lake, and maybe Pipestone Creek (31 May 2026)

Navigation - Map and Compass (06 Jun 2026)

Adaptive Launch Opening Ceremonies (15 Jun 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (16 Jun 2026)

Rundle Park - Members Only Drop In Sessions (16 Jun 2026)

Telford Lake Birding (17 Jun 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (18 Jun 2026)

10 Bridges Summer Solstice Paddle, NSR through Edmonton (19 Jun 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (23 Jun 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #1 (25 Jun 2026)

We Paddle Day in Edmonton (27 Jun 2026)

Cardiff Pond - SE of Morinville (27 Jun 2026)

2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (02 Jul 2026)

Star Lake, Parkland County (08 Jul 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #2 (11 Jul 2026)

Islet Lake (12 Jul 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #2 (12 Jul 2026)

Muir Lake, Parkland County (15 Jul 2026)

Telford Lake in Leduc--Polynesian Experience (22 Jul 2026)

2026 Big / Voyageur Canoe Fitness Paddles with D. Tetz (30 Jul 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #3 (22 Aug 2026)

Intro' to Tandem Lake Canoeing (Pond based) #3 (23 Aug 2026)

Paddle Alberta Annual Fall Rendezvous 2026 (25 Sep 2026)

2026 Peace River Canoe Brigade
July 4 to 9, 2026