The Ottawa Valley
Welcome to the The Ottawa Valley
The Ottawa Valley has been referred to as the 'mecca' of whitewater!
Located between the Ontario and Quebec borders to the east of Canada's Capital (Ottawa, Ontario), this gem's major attraction is the Ottawa River Rocher Fendu section. This section of river includes two channels which has quality big water runs and play at almost any level. People come from all over the world to paddle this river. What people don't acknowledge however, is that this river must come from somewhere. There are multiple fun runs, lots of play, and some harder creek runs all within a couple of hours of the Rocher Fendu section which flow right into the Ottawa!
From ice thaw in March all the way into December, there is always whitewater to paddle in this region.
Some Rivers to check out:
Ottawa River, Madawaska River, Petawawa River, Schyan River, Bonnechere River, Opeongo River, Dumoine River, Gatineau River, Barron River, Mattawa River, Coulonge River, Noire River
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Regional Rivers
The Ottawa RiverThis classic river has two main channels, the Middle and the Main. With dams regulating flow, this river is ALWAYS running, always with a lot of water and chalk full of wonderful play features and class II-III rapids with the occasional IV runs if you want them.
The best place to learn
The Ottawa River and surrounding rivers boast some of the best learning grounds on the Globe. Class II/III whitewater, tons of water and amazing schools/clubs in this region help you get quickly into boating!
Regional Paddling News
Ottawa, Madawaska levels at high, again
This past couple of weeks has seen amazingly high levels on the Ottawa and Madawaska.
Average Joe paddlers will also experience Buseater during Worlds
Worlds Organizer Matt McGuire gives the lowdown on training time slots for pros and Buseater surfing times for non-pros
National Paddling News
The Second Annual Am I Ready for the Gauley Yet? Contest.Aug 23 08 - Yup, it is that time of the year again. Gauley Season!
Midwest Freestyle ChampionshipsAug 11 08 - I am off to coach at Wausau. It looks like it is going to be a great time, and Cole has organized some screen time for some movie premiers. Look for event coverage at www.worldkayakblogs.com/throwdown
In Between Swims : The Olympic Whitewater Slalom PreviewAug 07 08 - Ok boys and girls it's time for the OLYMPICS!!
West Coast Women's White Water Festival Jul 24 08 - Recently, Christina Russell, a professional kayaker from Bend, OR organized the West Coast Women's White Water Festival with the help of Heather Herbeck, a professional kayaker from White Salmon, WA. The event incorporated boater-cross, 8-ball, down-river runs, in addition to yoga classes, a barbeque, video screenings and camping. The event was highly successful attracting about 30 ladies from Oregon, Washington, North Carolina and beyond.
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