Join the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Adventure Program on January 24, 2009 for the annual Rollapoolooza from 2:00 to 7:00 PM. The Gear Swap is an opportunity to swap, buy or sell equipment.Great Outdoor Provision Company will be selling merchandise at the Swap and the Adventure Program will also be selling used program equipment.

This exciting evening is focused on the sport of whitewater kayaking and is held at Pullen Aquatic Center, an Olympic-sized, indoor swimming pool. Event attendees can experience instruction through a variety of clinics, view or try out new product lines, and purchase paddling related products.

Rollapoolooza is supported by the Great Outdoor Provision Company. This local retailer will have demo boats available and staff members present to answer questions on all the latest gear. With so many participants attending, this is a great chance to see old paddling friends, make new ones, and rub elbows with some of the best pro-athletes in the industry. Clinics are available for all skill levels on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants must have basic swimming ability and comfort under water. The minimum age to participate is 12, and ages 12-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants younger than 12 may attend with appropriate equipment, parental supervision, and prior approval from the Adventure Program Managers.

Entry fee: $20. Directions to Pullen Aquatic Center: 410 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC 27606
Phone 919-831-6197.

On Water Instructional Clinics:

Clinics are 45 minutes long and are organized in Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Classes. Clinics in the past included Basic Boat Orientation, Kayak Rescue, Performance Strokes, Kayak Roll, Hand Roll, Squirts, Bow/Stern Stalls, and Cartwheels. Student/instructor ratios for the clinics are typically 4:1 or 2:1 for kayak roll. With limited class space and equipment, it is advised to arrive early as these are handled on a first come first serve basis.