Current programming of National, Regional and Training Clinics. For local programs please contact your local Chapter Coordinator, all chapter POCs can be found in the “Get Involved” tab
All dates are subject to change.
For more details on a specific program contact the listed POC.
Application form(s) – in development
Monthly leadership ZOOM Call:
The first Wednesday of each month start at 7:00 pm EST
Weekly Winter ZOOM Series
begins at 7:30 pm EST on Wednesday evenings.
Weekly Winter ZOOM Series
will immediately follow the monthly Leadership meetings using the same Meeting link.
7 TRR Monthly Leadership call – Hosted by: TRR-N staff – Watch Zoom Here
21 TRR Winter ZOOM Series – Guest Speaker: Jim Coffey. Safety and Rescue Watch Zoom Here
28 TRR Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST – Speaker: David Pauli PNW RC Navigating for success and Sustainability.
4 TRR National Monthly Leadership Meeting 19 EST Watch ZOOM Recording
11 Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST Subject: Service Animal Discussion w/ Mo Vaschel Watch ZOOM Recording
13 REGIONAL EVENT: ( CENTRAL ) Gal-entines Event. POC Rockette Jaros trrsoil@teamriverrunner.org
18 TRR: Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST Subject: Resilience in paddlesports – Anna Levesque
25 TRR: Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST Subject TBD
4 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST Click to Join
11 Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST Subject TBD
18 Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST Subject TBD
25 Winter ZOOM Series 730 pm EST Subject: PT for Paddlers w/ Nick Anderson DPT
1 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
7-11 Regional Event: (PNW) Owyee River Oregon POC: David.pauli@teamriverrunner.org
10-12 Regional Event: (Mid-Atl) North Branch of the Potomac Whitewater weekend. POC austin.berry@teamriverrunner.org / judy.thompson@teamriverrunner.org
17-19 Regional Event: (Mid-Atl) Spring Training on the Yough ( Whitewater ) POC: William.duffy@teamriverrunner.org
6 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
14 Regional Event: (CENTRAL) Norfolk Mtn Home POC Debbie.dean@teamriverrunner.org
15 Regional Event (CENTRAL) Mississippi Overnight with TRR POC sally.haywood@teamriverrunner.org
15 Regional Event: (Mid-ATL) Stoney Creek POC: austin.berry@teamriverrunner.org judy.thompson@teamriverrunner.org
17-24 National Event: Key Largo, Florida. Outtasight/Adaptive Series POC michael.plourde@teamriverrunner.org
24 Regional Event (Mid-ATL) Memorial Day on the James River with TRR POC: william.duffy@teamriverrunner.org
3 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call 1900 EST: Click to Join
7 Regional Event: (PNW) TRR on the Deschutes River. POC David.pauli@teamriverrunner.org
8-10 Collaborative Event TRR-N & SFA Flatwater Training Event @ SFA Conference Destin, FL POC: joe@teamriverrunner.org
10-15 National Event: Bartlesville, OK Golf tournament and Outtasight/Adaptive Clinic POC: michael.plourde@teamriverrunner.org
11 Regional Event: (CENTRAL) Siloam springs Rendezvous POC: Debbie.dean@teamriverrunner.org
15 Regional Event: (MID ALANTIC). Youghiogheny Father’s Day Paddle. POC: william.duffy@teamriverrunner.org
19-22 Regional Event: ( ROCKY MOUNTAIN ) Taylor/Gunnison River. POC: Lorraine@teamriverrunner.org
23-28 National Event: TRR National Leadership Conference. (Colorado Mesa University) Grand Junction, CO. POC: bill.finger@teamriverrunner.org
1 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
16 -19 Regional Event: Mid Atlantic. New River Gorge. POC William Duffy
13 -19 National Event: Montana Outtasight Adaptive Clinic. Class I, II, III. Clinic. POC: michael.plourde@teamriverrunner.org
17 -19 Regional Event: Central. Wausau Whitewater clinic. POC: Ltadaptive@hotmail.com
5 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
2 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
4-7 REGIONAL EVENT: ( Rocky Mountain ) TBD POC Michael.plourde@teamriverrunner.org
12-17 NATIONAL EVENT Wilderness Leadership clinic: Big water blowout. Hell’s Canyon Snake River Class III-IV Idaho/Oregon POC David.pauli@teamriverrunner.org
4 TRR-N FUNDRAISER 22nd annual DC Biathlon. POC: michelle@teamriverrunner.org
7 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
4 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
2 TRR Monthly Leadership Zoom Call – 1900 EST: Click to Join
Committe Co-Chair
Vanessa A. Jones is a dynamic force dedicated to fostering
inclusivity, encouraging discussion, and promoting a culture of
belonging in the outdoor sports community. Hailing from
Washington, DC, she brings a wealth of diverse experiences and
perspectives to her endeavors.
As a US Army veteran and ordained Chaplain with a focus on
seniors and caretakers, Vanessa is deeply committed to serving
others. Her work as a patient-caretaker advocate reflects her
passion for supporting vulnerable populations and ensuring their
voices are heard.
Currently, Vanessa is employed by a resettlement agency, where
she confronts challenges head-on with resilience and
compassion. As a single, Black woman veteran, she embraces
the unique hurdles she faces, viewing them as opportunities for
growth and empowerment.
In her downtime, she wears many hats, including that of a
missionary, spreading hope and positivity wherever she goes.
Weekends are spent paddling, immersing herself in West African
dance and finding solace and joy in nature’s embrace.
Vanessa is committed to equitable principles, ensuring that
everyone’s opinions are valued and heard. Through her
unwavering dedication and inclusive leadership, Vanessa is
paving the way for a more equitable and diverse outdoor sports
landscape.