September Middle Yough Trip
2025-09-13 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Ohiopyle State Park, 124 Main St., Ohiopyle, 15470, United States
There will be a Middle Yough Trip on Saturday, September 13th. Meet at RamCat Parking Lot at 10 AM to set shuttle. We will aim to launch around 11:30. Boats do not need to be registered. PFDs are mandatory and must be worn. Bring lunch for on the river. Take-out at Ohiopyle around 3-4.
This is a beautiful stretch of river with sections of flat water but also class I-II rapids that are great for beginners learning how to handle moving water with waves and rocks. It is also a great paddle for experienced boaters as well. This trip is mainly for BCC members or folks planning on joining our club.
Watch the weather so you’re dressed to stay warm.

Questions Call Scott Rugh 814-279-9212.

September Lower Yough Trip
2025-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Ohiopyle State Park, 124 Main St., Ohiopyle, 15470, United States
There will be a Lower Yough Trip on Sunday, September 21st. Meet at the boater Lot at 10 AM to set shuttle. Cost is $10 per person to run the Lower. Bring lunch for on the river.
This is a beautiful stretch of river, and has class II-III rapids which are great for intermediate paddlers. This trip is mainly for BCC members or folks planning on joining our club.
Watch the weather so you’re dressed to stay warm.

Questions Call Kelli Majiors 607-329-9076.

Club Holiday Party
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | The Crow’s Nest, 510 Tire Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15905, United States
The 2025 BCC Holiday Party
Date: Saturday, December 6th
Time: 6-8PM
Location: Crow’s Nest
Tickets: Tickets are $10 to be paid in cash upon arrival.
Menu: Angus Roast Beef in gravy sauce and Chicken Parmesan, Garlic Cheddar Mash Potatoes, Green bean almandine, tossed salad and a cheese tray, AND Kevin has agreed to make us his famous Homemade Vegetable Lasagna! Wine, Beer, Soda, coffee and tea also included!
Speaker: Tausha Garretson (Que Family Recreation) will be speaking on her role at the Que Reservoir and what BCC can do to help her out
RSVP: Please RSVP by emailing Steve Podratsky by November 28th.

Winter Solstice Holiday Paddle Trip
2025-12-20 17:00 - 20:00 | WV
The 2025 Winter Solstice Holiday Paddle will be Saturday, December 20st. Paddlers will meet at the 6th Ave ramp in the West End to run shuttle to the Hickory Street Bridge. Hope to put on by 6 pm and reach the Stone Bridge by 7 pm. We will have Salvation Army Red Kettle sheets for donations available at the BCC Holiday Party. Non-paddling BCC members are encourage to go to the Everlasting Candle at the Point (confluence of Stony and Little Conemaugh) by 6:30 pm. We typically have drinks and grub afterwards.
This event is weather dependent. As of now, low flow may be a problem. We will announce any changes 48 hours prior to the event.

2026 Good Karma Paddle
2026-01-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Carpenters Park, 1633 Cottage Ln, Windber, PA, 15963, United States
Start the year off right by join the BCC for our annual good karma paddle January 1st on the Stonycreek Canyon. Meet at Carpenters Park (take out) at 10AM, put on the water around 11AM, should be out around 2ish.

January Club Meeting
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:30 | The Crow’s Nest, 510 Tire Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15905, United States
BCC meetings every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Roll Clinic 1 of 5
2026-02-01 17:00 - 18:30 | YMCA, 100 Haynes St., Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States
Join the BCC at the Johnstown YMCA 5-6:30PM for roll practice. A 5 week roll clinic will be held for beginners and open pool will be available for boaters that already have their roll. Cost is $5 per boater per session (and a paid 2026 BCC membership). Boats MUST be CLEAN. The YMCA will be charging the BCC $100 per class for dirt and leaves in their pool. We will be forced to have the perpetrator pay this bill. So clean them up folks. RSVP’s ONLY NEEDED if you need gear: boat, paddle, spray skirt. Otherwise, just show up in back parking area 20 minutes prior.

5-6:30PM Johnstown YMCA
$5 per session (and a paid 2026 BCC membership)

Roll Clinic 2 of 5
2026-02-15 17:00 - 18:30 | YMCA, 100 Haynes St., Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States

Roll Clinic 3 of 5
2026-02-22 17:00 - 18:30 | YMCA, 100 Haynes St., Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States

February Club Meeting (Rescheduled)
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 | The Crow’s Nest, 510 Tire Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15905, United States
This is the rescheduled date for February’s meeting. Originally was February 18th.

BCC meetings every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Roll Clinic 4 of 5
2026-03-01 17:00 - 18:30 | YMCA, 100 Haynes St., Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States

Roll Clinic 5 of 5
2026-03-08 17:00 - 18:30 | YMCA, 100 Haynes St., Johnstown, PA, 15901, United States

March Club Meeting
2026-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 | The Crow’s Nest, 510 Tire Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15905, United States

2026 Beginners Trip (NEW DETAILS)
2026-03-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States
The BCC will host a beginners trip Sunday, March 22nd (March 29th rain date). Running Greenhouse Park to Johnstown. Meetup will be noon at Greenhouse Park. Paddlers will need to have a wet exit, and appropriate gear. Contact the BCC if you hope to join but need to potentially borrow gear.
NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for March 15, but has been rescheduled for March 22nd, with a rain date of March 29th.

2026 Red Moshannon Race (Headwaters Series)
2026-03-28 | Moshannon Creek, PA, United States
Held on a remote 7.5-mile section of Moshannon Creek between Peale Bridge near the town of Grassflat, PA and the Route 53 Bridge near the town of Moshannon, PA. At moderate levels this section of creek is rated Class II+ on the International Scale of Difficulty. High water significantly increases the difficulty. Extra flotation in boats is highly recommended. Most years there are numerous swims and bent boats! Cold water paddling clothing is highly recommended. The water & air temperatures are usually very cold.
Time & Location
Race Day: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Schedule of events on race morning:
Please set your shuttle prior to racer check-in in the morning
9AM to 11AM: Racer check-in and bib pickup at Start Location.
11:30 AM: Racer Meeting at the Start Location.
Noon: Race Starts
Start Location (Peale Bridge):
40.993389, -78.081111
Finish Location (Rt. 53 Bridge):
41.036778, -78.057778
Awards Banquet & Additional Vehicle Parking (St. Severin’s):
41.028857, -78.107834

April Club Meeting
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:30 | The Crow’s Nest, 510 Tire Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15905, United States

2026 Slip Fest & Race (Headwaters Series)
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-19 | Breakneck Campground, 1757 Cheeseman Rd, Portersville, PA, 16051, United States
Get ready to paddle hard, play harder, and celebrate the wild spirit of whitewater at Slip Fest 2026! Join us this April at McConnells Mill State Park, Pennsylvania, for an action-packed weekend of whitewater racing, camping, vendors, and gear raffles.
Whether you’re a racer, paddler, or outdoor enthusiast, this festival is the perfect way to kick off the spring paddling season. Don’t miss the excitement, community, and adventure—mark your calendars now for Slip Fest 2026!
For quick updates follow our Facebook page
Friday Night: Potluck dinner featuring a main dish provided by Keel-haulers, and a community bonfire.

Saturday: Whitewater race on Lower Slippery Rock Creek, breakfast and dinner available, gear raffles with the award ceremony, and a community bonfire.Sunday: Independent whitewater trips on Upper and Lower Slippery Rock Creek & other local rivers.

Event hosted by the Keel-Haulers Canoe Club

April 18-19 Stonycreek Release (First Release of the Season)
2026-04-18 - 2026-04-19 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States
2026 Scheduled Whitewater Releases from Quemahoning Lake are scheduled and listed below. Releases during May and June are highly likely to occur as scheduled (unless maintenance or repairs are needed); releases after the beginning of July are dependent on reservoir levels. Also, releases in September and October are very rare! Also note: the valve can only release up to 500 cfs; and the maximum flow (in the river, measured at the Ferndale gauge) that a release can provide is 1,350 cfs, (which is around 3’ at Foustwell, 4.5’ at Ferndale). If the natural flow is 1,000 cfs, we will ONLY RELEASE additional 350 cfs. If natural flow is over 1,350 cfs, there is NO RELEASE. Any changes in the schedule will be posted here and on our Facebook page ASAP!
Note: If water level at the Quemahoning Reservoir is between 1626.0 and 1626.5 on the Sunday before a planned release, then a release will be made on the following Saturday only; if the water level is greater than 1626.5, then the release will be held on both thefollowing Saturday and Sunday. And if the level at the Quemahoning Reservoir is below 1626 ft above sea level on the Sunday before the scheduled release: the release is cancelled. This may effect late summer releases. Watch here for updates. Also, note that on non-release days, the Stony is boatable when the Ferndale Gauge is above 500 cfs. This is likely accurate. Again, watch here for any possible changes.
2026 Release Schedule

April 18-19 First Release of the Season
May 2-3
May 15-17 Stonycreek Rendezvous
May 23 Special Release (one day only) Memorial Day weekend
May 30-31
June 13-14
June 27-28
July 11-12
July 25-26
August 8-9
August 22-23
September 5-6
September 19-20
October 3-4
October 17-18

2026 River Cleanup
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States
Join us April 18th at 9AM at Greenhouse Park for our annual river cleanup. Groups will be divided up to the locations below for time efficiency. Gloves & garbage bags will be provided.

Greenhouse Park
Carpenter’s Park
Foustwell
Que

2026 Cheat River Festival (Headwaters Series)
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-02 | Cheat River Festival Fair Grounds, Albright Rd, Albright, WV, 26519, United States
The annual Cheat River Festival is a celebration of the rebirth of the Cheat River watershed. Cheat Fest is Friends of the Cheat‘s annual fundraiser which helps us advance our watershed projects and supports the organization’s administrative costs. Rain or shine, Cheat Fest is always a good time!
From 5:30pm ’till 10:00pm on Friday, May 1st, and 11:30am ’till 11:30pm on Saturday, May 2nd, the festival grounds in Albright, West Virginia will once again transform into a haven for boaters, music lovers, and families. Bands from all over Appalachia will entertain crowds with live music, while Fest goers browse the Art Market, learn about other non-profit organizations that share the FOC vision, buy from a variety of food and merchandise vendors, and above all, help support Friends of the Cheat. Please consider bringing a non perishable food item for our Cheat Fest Food Drive!
Another reason to love Cheat Fest: kids under twelve are free! Kids of all ages can congregate at the ever-growing Kid’s Tent from noon ’till 5:00pm on Saturday for a host of hands-on activities.
The Cheat River Festival is the primary fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Cheat. All profits from Cheat Fest are used to support our projects and programs that experience shortfalls during the year.

May 2-3 Stonycreek Release
2026-05-02 - 2026-05-03 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States
2026 Scheduled Whitewater Releases from Quemahoning Lake are scheduled and listed below. Releases during May and June are highly likely to occur as scheduled (unless maintenance or repairs are needed); releases after the beginning of July are dependent on reservoir levels. Also, releases in September and October are very rare! Also note: the valve can only release up to 500 cfs; and the maximum flow (in the river, measured at the Ferndale gauge) that a release can provide is 1,350 cfs, (which is around 3’ at Foustwell, 4.5’ at Ferndale). If the natural flow is 1,000 cfs, we will ONLY RELEASE additional 350 cfs. If natural flow is over 1,350 cfs, there is NO RELEASE. Any changes in the schedule will be posted here and on our Facebook page ASAP!
Note: If water level at the Quemahoning Reservoir is between 1626.0 and 1626.5 on the Sunday before a planned release, then a release will be made on the following Saturday only; if the water level is greater than 1626.5, then the release will be held on both thefollowing Saturday and Sunday. And if the level at the Quemahoning Reservoir is below 1626 ft above sea level on the Sunday before the scheduled release: the release is cancelled. This may effect late summer releases. Watch here for updates. Also, note that on non-release days, the Stony is boatable when the Ferndale Gauge is above 500 cfs. This is likely accurate. Again, watch here for any possible changes.
2026 Release Schedule

April 4-5 First Release of the Season
April 18-19
May 2-3
May 15-17 Stonycreek Rendezvous
May 23 Special Release (one day only) Memorial Day weekend
May 30-31
June 13-14
June 27-28
July 11-12
July 25-26
August 8-9
August 22-23
September 5-6
September 19-20
October 3-4
October 17-18

May Wave Wednesday
2026-05-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States
The 1st Wednesday of each month (May-September) 5:30-7:30PM.
Description
A monthly gathering intended for paddlers to socialize with other club members, coordinate river trips, discuss upcoming events, sell / swap gear, and to learn basic paddling skills.
Featuring

A fun social gathering vibe w/ music, fire pit, & friends. (think rendezvous on a smaller scale)
Informal learning session for newer boaters (see below)
Club information & registration for both new and existing members

Learning
In an informal setting boaters will have the option to join a club lead hour of training. Training concepts include.

Ferrying, peel outs, & catching eddies
Rolls
Basic wave surfing
Basic play boating
Squirts

2026 Stonycreek Race (Headwaters Series)
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-16 | Cheat River Festival Fair Grounds, Albright Rd, Albright, WV, 26519, United States
DOWNRIVER RACE
Friday, May 16th – Time 6PM – Carpenters Park to Greenhouse Park
Racers check in Time 4:30-5:30PM at Carpenters Park
Spectators can watch from the finish line at the GHP wave.
$25 Registration
On Friday evening we will be running our annual Downriver Race as part of Immersion Research Headwaters Racing Series. This is a downriver sprint race covering 3.5 miles of pool drop whitewater (Class II+ – Class III). The put-in is at Carpenter’s Park which is the normal takeout for the Stonycreek Canyon run with the finish line at Greenhouse park at the beach on river left after the playpark wave. The race will be divided into categories based upon the type of boats entered into the race and the number of participants. We will typically have classes for SUPs, long and short kayaks, solo and tandem open boats. Any length boat is allowed to enter and we reserve the right to group different types of boats should there not be enough for a separate class. Awards will be presented at Greenhouse Park about 1 hour after the last competitor crosses the finish line. Note: due to liability issues, if the Ferndale gauge is 5 feet or over the race will be cancelled.

2026 Rendezvous
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States
The 2026 Stonycreek Rendezvous brought to you by the Benscreek Canoe Club.
Friday 05/15 – Sunday 05/17

May 15-17 Stonycreek Release (Rendezvous)
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States

CANCELED: May Club Meeting
2026-05-20 18:00 - 19:30 | The Crow’s Nest, 510 Tire Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15905, United States
This week’s scheduled club meeting (Wednesday 05/20) has been canceled.
Following a very successful and well-attended Rendezvous weekend, the club is taking this opportunity to give members a well-deserved break after several days of events and volunteer effort.
We appreciate everyone who contributed to making the Rendezvous such a great success. Regular club meetings will resume again in June.

BCC meetings every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

May 23 Stonycreek Release (Memorial Day, Sat Only)
2026-05-23 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States

May 30-31 Stonycreek Release
2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States

June Wave Wednesday
2026-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Greenhouse Park, Green House Rd, Johnstown, 15905, United States

2026 Stony Kiski Conemaugh Sojourn
2026-06-04 - 2026-06-07 | WV
Our sojourn showcases the entire river valley in a spectacular four day, 44-mile float on the Stonycreek, Conemaugh, and Kiskiminetas Rivers. From Johnstown to Apollo, we’ll paddle through breathtaking vistas each day and camp each night. The sojourn will take us through deep river gorges, with views of historic canal remnants and wildlife along the way. All skill levels are welcome!
After registering, all participants will receive an information packet with detailed itinerary, directions, and everything you need to know to participate. Register for just one day, or join us for a weekend in the great outdoors!
Schedule
Thursday, June 4, to Sunday, June 7
Day 1: Thursday: Johnstown to Seward
Day 2: Friday: Packsadle Gap
Day 3: Saturday: Conemaugh Dam through Saltsbrug (Canal Days festival) to Avonmore
Day 4: Sunday: Avonmore to Apollo.
Registration Fees
Non-Members:
$55 per person / per day
CVC Members:
$50 per person / per day
Saturday Only Kid’s Pricing:
$10 per child / up to 14 years old
CVC memberships are just $25 and include your entire household. Become a CVC Member today to protect our rivers and support conservation in the Kiski-Conemaugh River Valley and check out our other event discounts.
Prices do not include boat rental.
Register Early! Registration is limited to the first 50 per day, so please register early to guarantee your spot.

Additional Information
No experience necessary. Family friendly.
Registration is limited to the first 50 per day.
