FAQs
Can I rent or use Saskatoon Canoe Club equipment if I am not a member?
No.
How do I become a member?
Step 1
Read the online orientation package.
Step 2
Complete the online orientation quiz. Each adult must pass the quiz with a score of 90% before registering. You may take the quiz multiple times. At the end of the quiz you will receive a unique code if you pass. You will enter this on the registration form.
Step 3
Register and pay. Payment is currently only accepted by credit card. There is also a RAMP how-to guide
Create a new account in RAMP
Once your account has been created, log in
On the left-hand side, select “Register”, then “Participant Registration”
Choose Account Member to Register as a Participant: Select “Add an account member” and put in your information
Choose a Category and Age Group: Select the appropriate category for your desired registration
Complete the remaining steps. You will receive a confirmation email once all steps are completed properly.
Step 4
All members aged 13 and over who did not receive boathouse door code access last year are required to attend an in-person orientation/tour at the boathouse.
Returning members who received boathouse door code access last year may stop by the boathouse to receive the new door code any time the staff are on duty.
Once all 4 steps are complete, drop by the boathouse to go for a paddle any time you like, as often as you like!
Who do I contact if I have a question?
First, please read through our website including the FAQ section. If your question still isn’t answered, email staff@saskatooncanoeclub.org for general questions or if you do not know who to address your query to. Contact information for the club’s volunteer executive is here.
How much does it cost to become a member?
Adult (Recreation) - $60
Adult (Marathon) - $75
Adult (Recreation AND Marathon) - $90
Child (Under 18 yrs) - $0
Do I have to attend a scheduled in-person boathouse tour?
If you were an SCC member last year and received door code access last year, or you are under age 14: you do not need to attend an in-person boathouse tour.
Otherwise, you must attend a scheduled tour in person at the boathouse.
How do I get the door code?
If you were an SCC member last year and received door code access last year, or you are under age 14: once you have completed the other registration steps, stop by the boathouse to receive the door code any time the staff are on duty. Click here for the staff schedule. Note that if you arrive while a tour for new members is underway, you may be asked to join that tour or wait until it is over.
Otherwise, you must attend a scheduled tour in person at the boathouse and will receive the door code during that tour.
How do I sign-up for a boathouse tour?
Log in to RAMP
On the left-hand side select “Register”, then “Camp and Clinic Registration”
Scroll down and find a date/time that works for you, select “Register for Camp and Clinic”.
Complete the remaining steps. You will receive a confirmation email once all steps are completed properly.
How do I register a youth member?
Log in to RAMP
On the left-hand side select “Register”, then “Participant Registration”
Choose an account member to register as a participant: Select “Add an account member”, enter the youth member’s information
Choose a category and age group: Select “Recreational Youth Member”
Complete the remaining steps.You will receive a confirmation email once all steps are completed properly.
When is the boathouse staffed?
The boathouse is staffed 7 days a week! Staff hours vary but typically start between 9 and 11 a.m. and end between 5 and 9 p.m. To see what time the boathouse is staffed on a specific day, check our Calendar. Members are also welcome to come paddle outside of staffed hours!
When are the group paddles?
Recreation Group Paddles
Start the first Thursday in May and go until the second Thursday in September.
Thursdays at 6:30pm and Sundays at 11am.
Marathon Group Paddles
Start the first Wednesday in May and go until the last Wednesday in September.
Wednesdays at 6:30pm and Sundays at 10am.
Brand new marathon members must attend a Wednesday group paddle to complete their marathon registration prior to using marathon equipment on their own.
Which boat should I take out?
Please see the detailed guide on our recreational boat selection, or ask a staff member for a recommendation! Check out this guide to help you select a kayak and this guide to help you select a canoe.
When are the kayak and/or canoe clinics or courses and how much do they cost?
For dates, times, descriptions, and prices of our kayak and canoe clinics and courses, please view the “SCC Courses” section of our website. The club subsidizes entry-level clinics with top-notch local instructors so that members can learn the basics of paddling and be safe on the river.
How do I register for a kayak and/or canoe clinic or course?
Log in to RAMP
On the left-hand side select “Register”, then “Camp and Clinic Registration”
Scroll down and find the clinic you would like to register for, select “Register for Camp and Clinic”.
Complete the remaining steps. You will receive a confirmation email once all steps are completed properly.
What is the difference between a Recreation membership and a Marathon membership?
The Recreation Division is designed for paddlers who want to get out on the water, have fun, and meet fellow paddlers. Recreation boats are what most people think of first when they hear the words "canoe" or "kayak." The Recreation Division offers trips and courses but does not involve any competitions.
The Marathon Division has something for everyone and is a fantastic way to keep fit and refine your paddling skills! We mostly paddle racing shells (pro-boats) which are sleek, efficient, and tippy. Marathon members are a small but diverse group - we have people who come purely for the fitness and community, and those who are training for international events.
You can join one division or both!
Can I reserve a specific boat to paddle at a certain time?
Generally, no. Aside from club-sanctioned trips, clinics/courses, and races (all of which receive priority selection of equipment), boat and equipment availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.
How do I sign-up to attend a club trip?
All information and sign-up forms for trips will be posted on our website in the “Upcoming Trips” section. To attend a specific trip, please fill out the sign-up form prior to the trip. Please keep in mind that some of our trips fill up quickly, so if you are interested in one you should sign up early.
How can I lead a club trip?
If you want to lead a trip, you will need to fill out the Trip Proposal form as soon as possible, but at least 2 weeks before a day trip and 3 weeks prior to an overnight trip. If it is your first trip you will need to attend a short training session. Click here for more information on how an event qualifies for a club trip.
How much does it cost to attend a day trip from Fred Heal?
Day trips from the Fred Heal Canoe Launch to the boathouse are free, and as with all SCC trips, are only open to SCC members. Please ensure you fill out the sign-up form prior to the trip. See the “Upcoming Trips” section of our website for details.
How can I become a volunteer with the SCC?
There are always volunteer opportunities to help the Saskatoon Canoe Club carry out its various activities throughout the year. All that is required is an interest and some time to spare. We are always accommodating to new people with different backgrounds, skills, and ideas. We are looking for people who want to share their skills and want to help to keep the club vibrant and changing with the times. If you are interested in volunteering, please email president@saskatooncanoeclub.org
How to change/cancel a scheduled boathouse tour time that I have registered for?
If you need to cancel your registration for a boathouse tour please email staff@saskatooncanoeclub.org and let them know you will not be attending. Next, register for a new boathouse tour in RAMP, on a date and time that works for you.
Does the club have social media accounts?
Yes! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @saskatooncanoeclub
What is the club's refund policy on memberships?
Refund Policy
In general, there are no refunds however we do grant exceptions in the following cases:
Duplicate Registration
If the same person is registered and paid for twice we will refund the second registration in full when notified of the error.
Medical Problems
If someone notifies us that they ended up in the hospital or with some other medical condition that prevents them from paddling AND they have not yet been given the door code we will provide them the following options
Defer their membership until next year: In this case we will cancel their membership for the current year. In the spring we will send them a discount code that will allow them to skip the payment step when registering for the upcoming year.
Refund less a $15 admin fee
Wait until the end of the summer to see if they heal before picking option 1 or 2.
Family Emergencies
Requests based on family emergencies will be reviewed by the executive on a case by case basis. In general, if the member is still physically able to paddle we will not issue a refund.
Refunds will not be granted in the following cases:
The weather was bad all summer
The member was out of town for work or vacation
The member was too busy/forgot to go paddling [emphasis added]
The member broke up with their planned paddling partner
If you think you may be eligible for a refund, please email membership@saskatooncanoeclub.org and provide a brief explanation as to why you may qualify for a refund.
What is the club’s refund policy on clinics?
In general, there are no refunds on clinics however, we do grant exceptions for medical or family emergencies (please see previous question for more detail). If you think you may be eligible for a refund, please email membership@saskatooncanoeclub.org and provide a brief explanation as to why you qualify for a refund. Please also email staff@saskatooncanoeclub.org so that they can inform the instructor you will not be attending the clinic.