Of the 38 campers who originally signed on, 29 hardy souls decided to brave the frigid weather to participate in the annual end -of -season Chickahominy River camp trip. Most campers arrived on Thursday and were ready to paddle Friday morning despite the raging wind and chilly temperatures. Most paddlers sought out an area that was at least semi -protected …

Three new articles were added to the on-line newsletter archives. Al Larsen’s Paddler Profile Paddler Profile was added to a string of more than 40 stretching back through the club’s recent history. Get to know the people you paddle with. Chip Walsh explains what it takes to Batten Down the Hatches in his new article. Another trip report on a …

Some new launches were added to the launch site atlas. Breezy Point Marina, Calvert County, MD, Chesapeake Bay Flag Ponds Nature Park, Calvert County, MD, Chesapeake Bay Lawrence Lewis Park Boat Ramp, Charles City, VA, James River Port Royal Soft Launch, Fredericksburg, VA, Rappahannock River Old Mill Park Soft Launch, Fredericksburg, VA, Rappahannock River If you know of other launches …

Three CPA members were recognized for their contributions to the club at the Annual Meeting on November 5.