Kayak Classes on Pilar Yacht Club Patio

Kelly Gossett leads one of his popular kayak classes on the Pilar Yacht Club patio.  Students enjoy ordering breakfast and coffees in the cafe and then watch demonstrations and participate in discussion of technique and theory.  Late morning, they are ready to hit the water and head down to various points on the Rio Grande to practice what they have just learned!! Classes camp in the Orilla Verde Recreation Area right in the Rio Grande gorge and enjoy spectacular sunsets along with camp fire camaradarie.  In the morning, we at Pilar Yacht Club, are happy to supply them with their morning latte and delicious breakfast burrito.  Kelly's favorite, by the way, is the Breakfast Bratwurst Burrito!

Nature Walk with Rivers and Birds

Roberta Salazar from Rivers and Birds (http://www.riversandbirds.com) was at the Pilar Yacht Club on Saturday, June 23 to lead a Nature Walk in the Orilla Verde Recreation Area.  Nature Walkers spent most of the time gleefully wading in the waters of the Rio Grande, discovering animal habitats and hangouts. Roberta's organization is also hosting summer camps and nature hikes, as well as nature discovery days for adults.  Please refer to her website for further information.

Water is warming up!

The water of the Rio Grande is warming up! Swimming time is here-it's a perfect year with low waters and many access points in the Orilla Verde Recreation area. Maps with river access points are available at the BLM visitor center! Remember to pick up your inner tubes at the Pilar Yacht Club--We have a new shipment of river run tubes with rugged outdoor construction, sturdy handles and tow ropes!  Prices are 29.95 for one and buy two or more pay $25 each!
Cafe special this weekend:  BBQ pulled pork sandwiches-a hearty hot sandwich to keep you energized on the river $5