The 25th Annual Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival is just around the bend: May 17th and 18th. If you were there last year, you witnessed kayaking take an interesting turn and become airborne. The crowd loved it! What will they do next? If you are new to this event, here's the skinny: everyone is invited! Watch local boaters compete and show off their skills, meet other river enthusiasts, learn more about river recreation in our area, take part in any of the free educational clinics offered, join the complimentary BBQ at Lockaby Campground sponsored by Next Adventure. *Experienced boaters-(up to class IV rapids) sign up and participate. Here's a short clip, available on Google Video, documenting last year's event. Enjoy! And we'll see you on the river. (Map)

Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival 24: Photos

The seasons are changing. Really. Summer is on it's way and we're rollin' out the Summer Package deals. Camping, Climbing and Kayak packages are here. Check out the savings!

Check out this selection of Extrasport gear: "The Striper" fishing PFD $85, the "Loch" PFD $62.50, the "Eddy" PFD $85, and X-treme Armor paddling top $225. 

"The Striper": $85

The "Loch": $62.50

The "Eddy" $85

X-treme Armor: $225

Sidekick: $145.95

Sail Kit: $290

Next Adventure now has more Hobie kayak accessories in stock like the "Sidekick" Ama Kit (top left) so you can get buck wild without getting wet. We've also got Hobie Sail Kits (bottom left), kayak carts, and other fishing accessories like the "Rod Holder Extender". Coming soon: X50 Fish Finder $119

Cart: $129 Big Wheels

Standard Cart: $69

Rod Holder Extension: $14.95

We have a lot of updates from our kayak department as we launch into the wet season. Sure it's a little chilly, but the water is pumping and we have to gear to help you stay comfy!

Here's a secret to better time on whitewater in the cold- plug those holes in your head! We're well stocked in Doc's Pro-Plug ear plugs in all sizes. You'll be more comfortable and also avoid dreaded surfer's ear (honestly, who wants a doctor to chisel their skull?)!

While we're a little cramped in the kayak department, we're still cramming in new boats. From Delta Kayaks we have the Delta 12.10 and Delta 17. These thermoplastic boats are nearly as light as a composite but much more affordable. Definitely check these out!

The latest LVM (Lunch Video Magazine) has arrived! Number 24, poetically titled "Does a Fat Dog Fart When You Kick It?", can be yours for just $17.95. Incredibally entertaining while also informative!

The 2007 PDX Kayaker Film festival was another great success! With great video entries, a solid judging panel (a.k.a. the Academy), and support from the community it was a good time for all. The proceeds reached over $1400 dollars which was donated to American Whitewater. A big shout out to the sponsors who donated gear and everyone who bought tickets! The all ages show was also a success and thanks to all of you who attended. With the top three films; "New Line", "Good Lines", and "The Middle White Salmon" battling it out for the top spot it was Thereon Jordan’s "Good Lines" that won the $350 purse prize. All the videos will be on Jason Rackley’s web page www.oregonkayaking .net for people to view. A special thanks to Bliss Stick kayaks for donating the grand prize in the raffle, which was a Bliss Stick boat of choice! Thanks again to the PDX Kayaker community for their continued support of the Film Festival and everyone else that made this year’s event better than ever!

Check out pics from the festival...

Thanks to all who came out for the 5th Annual Down the River Clackamas River Cleanup! Folks who participated spent a beautiful, sunny afternoon in oar boats, and paddling rafts and kayaks to clean up the river between Barton and Clackamet Park, a popular stretch along the Clackamas River. In previous years, close to 300 volunteers have pulled THOUSANDS of pounds of trash and recylables from the river- everything from couches to carpet, flip flops to fenders....

Scuba divers were on hand to dig up buried treasure- shoulder high piles of sunken bottles, and anything else that can't be pulled from the surface.

What a great way to spend the day, caring for a river that provides us with fish to eat, water to drink, and miles and miles of recreational space.

An extra special thanks to the behind the scenes folks who coordinated the day, as well as to everyone who donated time, energy, food, and drink to the event! Though we'd love to say the cleanup is over, the cleanup and maintainence of our natural resources is nowhere near done. See you on the river! (see pictures)

The Fall 2007 Kayak Session Magazine, issue #23, is here.  Get Yours!

Take a look at what's new in Kayaking:

The Voz Evolution Helmet has a yellow and black ABS shell, is multi impact, has an easy to fit adjustable system, removable ear covers, and comes in 3 sizes - just $99.99.

Voz Wetpack Backpack for wet or dry storage.  It's ultra durable, has an inner helmet holder, a dry pocket, and mesh vents. It'll carry anything!

We've now got Caviness canoe and kayak paddles from $19.99-$37.99

Also, Accent Diamond HE series with Edge and Black Pearl blade styles - bent shaft with adjustable feather, carbon blades and shaft. The "HE" stands for "Helium" - these paddles are so light you will have to tie them down!

Plus we've got Fluid kayaks back in stock! Solos and Spices just in, now we've also got the small Spice. Come check 'em out!

We've got 2 new boat packages available featuring Tempest 165 and Tempest 170 kayaks. Each package includes: Accent FX paddle, Stohlquist Drifter or Wedge PFD, and Seals Coastal Tour 1.2 sprayskirt. Save over $500 compared to suggested retail prices. Get the 165 package for $1400.00, and the 170 package for just $1450.00.

Immersion Research and Level 6 lifestyle apparel and technical wear: women's shorts and t-shirts (neo-lined guide shorts) and hats -- just $24.99 - $74.99

Level 6 Expedition 3mm Farmer John and Jane wet suits -- just $99.99

Accent Touring Paddles - Diamond series carbon bent shaft with edge blade $399.99   -  Clearwater series carbon straight shaft fiberglass edgeblade $249.99

Hey paddlers of all styles and experience, we've got a new shipment of books and dvd's for you. For new boaters looking to improve technique or help your roll, to old salts who are looking for a great action video, we got you covered.

The new Hotel Charley II: River of Doubt is here for the crazy whitewater boaters, and for the seakayakers we have This is the Sea III.

Riot Astro 58's are here! They are the big boys' version of Riot's popular Astro playboat.

We've also got the Wavesport Habitat 74 & 80 - Wavesport's new full-on creeker. We hope to have one available to demo soon too.

Come check them out!

Salamander now in stock: Helmet visors, paddle wax, paddle tip protectors, throw bags, and tow tethers.

Also, 2007 AT paddles in stock now: Ergo T4 E fiberglass and carbon, Xception carbon/carbon. Yes!

2007 SEven 2 Helio whitewater paddles in stock now! Redefining performance with bombproof construction. Check out this paddle at www.seven2.com

Brand new! IR Double D Dry Suits - rear entry, relief zip and fabric booties, just $699.99! These suits very slick. Definitely with stopping by just to check out. Super rugged reinforcements on the butt and knee, comfy neck cuff, and just cool all over!

Kayak Session Magazine is now carried at Next Adventure. This quarterly magazine has awesome pictures and great content you don't want to miss.

Also, Canoe & Kayak's (Whitewater) edition is out!

The rivers are swelling - get ready for the spring season with these great publications.

Now in stock - WRSI Helmet EPS (Ear Protection System) only $18.99 (only works with 2007 helmets).

Also new items from Pro-Tec: TwoFace Helmet with retention system just $69.99; B2 Wake Helmet for $49.99, and the B2 Wake Jr Helmet for $44.99.  

The 2007 Lendal paddles are in. New fiberglass blades for performance at a less expensive price than carbon. Blade styles now available in fiberglass include: Kinetic power, Pulse for whitewater, Kinetic Touring (regular and small), and Nordkapp for Touring.

Also check out the Lendal accessory bags to keep your paddles safe!