- events
The UP Women’s Rowing Team is fundraising to make a concrete ramp down to the dock at Vancouver Lake that is wheelchair accessible. Please join us this Founders Day, April 9th, from 8-4 as we erg to raise money for our local adaptive athletes. Join us by pledging to donate a dollar amount for every kilometer one of our athletes rows or by donating a single amount on our donation page. We will also be selling baked goods for the duration of the erg-athon so stop by!
- rowing seasons
Spring Season 2019
(Middle/High School)
February 11 - May 19
No Experience Necessary
14 weeks / $450
Practice Schedule:Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday
9:30 am - Noon
Required Paperwork
Partial need based scholarships available.
Contact Coach Alan if you have questions.
Burton Beach 2018
Interim Season 2019
(Middle/High School)
May 27 - June 8
No Experience Necessary
2 weeks / $100
Practice Schedule:Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday
9:30 am - NoonRequired Paperwork
Partial need based scholarships available.
Contact Coach Alan if you have questions.
Summer Season 2019
(Middle/High School)June 24 - August 9
No Experience Necessary
Session #1 June 24 - July 12 / 3 weeks / $150
Session #2 July 15 - August 9 / 4 weeks / $175
Practice Schedule:Monday thru Friday 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Required Paperwork
Partial need based scholarships available.
Contact Coach Alan if you have questions.
Required Paperwork
Partial need based scholarships available.
Contact Coach Alan if you have questions.
Kids Summer Boating Camp
June 24 - August 9
(7 one-week sessions)
Monday – Friday, 10am – 12:30,
$125 / session
(except for the week of 7/1-7/5 which is $100, due to the 4th of July celebration)
Our one week summer camps are an introduction to human powered craft for ages 7 – 13 year olds. They will learn to row in canoes, kayaks, row boats and rowing shells.
What to bring/wear: Shoes/sandals/clothing that can get wet, shorts, t-shirts, sweatpants. Depending on the weather: sunscreen, rain jacket, towel.
Snacks, drinks and PFDs will be provided.Required Paperwork:
Fall Season 2019
(Middle/High School)August 26 - November 20
No Experience Necessary
12 weeks / $400
Practice Schedule:Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday
9:30 am - Noon
Required Paperwork
Partial need based scholarships available.
Contact Coach Alan if you have questions.
Winter Season 2019-20
(Middle/High School)
November 25 - February 14
No Experience Necessary
12 weeks / $350
Practice Schedule:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
4:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Saturday
9:30 am - NoonRequired Paperwork
Partial need based scholarships available.
Contact Coach Alan if you have questions.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
High School / Middle School Rowing
NW High School District Championships (Vancouver Lake)
Vancouver Lake Rowing Club's Middle School Team is composed of rowers in 6th through 8th grades from schools in Southwest Washington. Focus is on rowing technique, teamwork, and FUN!
Our High School Team is composed of rowers from schools throughout the Southwest Washington area. High school rowers have a strong sense of team unity that makes for a fun and successful rowing experience.
Both middle school and high school programs run year around with fall, winter, spring, and summer seasons. Spring and fall are racing seasons. Winter is strength training and working on endurance.
The Middle School program runs in tandem with the High School Program.
We row when it rains; plan on getting wet, and bring a change of clothes. Dress in layers.
Location:
VLRC is located on the Southwest corner of Vancouver Lake.
8612 Erwin O Rieger Memorial Highway, Vancouver, WA 98660
Contact Coach Alan for more information.
- ADULT PROGRAMS
Learn to Row
Are you an adult interested in learning how to row? Then our Learn to Row program is right for you!
Classes are open to all adults, no experience needed.
Contact Coach Alan or Coach Abby to sign up.
$150.00 for 5 sessions.
Masters Rowing
For our Master members: during the winter, spring and fall, Wednesday (8:00 am) and Saturday (7:30 am) are coached rows (summer is Saturday time only). Many master rowers are meeting other mornings during the week if you need help with equipment. Please use the buddy system. Private lessons are also available.
Contact Coach Alan or Coach Abby to sign up. Classes are open to all adults who have already completed our Learn to Row program.
Dragon Boating
Looking for a fun and low-impact sport to try? Dragon boating is a fast-growing water sport; we are proud to be the first to introduce it to Vancouver. It is simple to learn and difficult to master. No experience is required.
After a quick land lesson, participants will don life jackets, grab their paddles and climb aboard.
We provide everything you need; please come dressed to be on the water and bring a water bottle.
We have a friendly group of paddlers who all started out just like you-they just showed up! For more information, practice times, or group activities go to https://www.meetup.com/VLCDBP/
Kayak - SUP - Outrigger Canoe - Surf Ski
Vancouver Lake Aquatic Center is now Clark County's paddling center.
There is a great deal to explore right on the lake. There are numerous nooks and crannies that are only accessible by small, manually powered water craft. But the lake is also the start of the 32 mile Lewis River-Vancouver Lake Waterway Trail. Pack a lunch! Wait till you see the birds and water fowl!
You can keep your Kayak or SUP in our covered, secure storage trailer, and it will be ready and waiting for you. Outrigger canoe storage is also available.
Contact Coach Alan for more information.
Forms and waivers
Required Forms for Youth and Adult Activities at VLAC
Required for All New Rowers (exception: not for kids boating camp).
Everyone must submit a signed Swim Test!
Part of the application procedure involves a swim test waiver. This waiver must be signed by a certified water safety instructor--not just a lifeguard.
Required for All New Middle and High School Rowers
12-18 years old
Required for Personal Boats
Personal Storage or Use
VLRC is committed to making rowing available for all youth regardless of income. Available funds vary each year and are limited to a maximum 50% of season and regatta fees. Scholarships will be awarded on a first come-first serve basis, and are valid for one season.
Gallery
Photos & videos from our travels.
About us
VLAC has an amazing legacy that continues on with your support!
In Memorian: Bill Kalenius
Founder
The founder of Vancouver Lake Crew, Bill Kalenius, passed away Wednesday September 23, 2009 after battling colon cancer for 6 years.
"Coach Bill," as most of us knew him, was far more than just a rowing coach. For many of us Bill was a life coach. Coach Bill always said that rowing shouldn't be the first priority in our lives. He viewed things as Faith, Family, Friends, and then rowing. Bill had his priorities straight and throughout his life he touched the hearts of many, many people. Many people were able to see themselves differently and even find purpose in their own lives through rowing, all because of Bill.
We will all remember Bill as not only an amazing rowing coach, but an amazing man, who put others first and changed lives.
Mission Statement
Vancouver Lake Rowing Club's mission is to serve the youth of our community, adaptwers by teaching rowing techniquive rowers, at risk individuals, and adult roe, water safety, sportsmanship, teamwork, and stewardship of resources.
Our 2018 Board
President: Karl Bjergo
Vice President: Rick Gales
Secretary: Suzanne Borchers
Treasurer: Lynn Eastes
Parent Liaison: Sharon Bate
Masters Liaison: Greg Borchers
Dragon Boating Liaison: Lynette Lindblom
Trustees: Dane Moseson, Delvan Johnston, and Greg Borchers
Board Meeting are open to the public and are held the Second Wednesday of each month. Please contact the Vice President for the current months location.
VLRC is a member of USRowing.
USRowing is a nonprofit membership organization recognized by the United States Olympic Committee as the national governing body for the sport of rowing in the United States.
Also, we are a member of Portland Vancouver Rowing Association.
VLRC is a 501c(3) nonprofit
