We don't want to turn people away if we don't have to. The best way to make sure people are leading is to have a sign up sheet at the first council meeting of the term. Blitz out to remind people they have committed to leading. Hire deskworkers, train them, take care of interim stuff, repairs, and reunion stuff. Fill any council positions that are not filled for the summer term.
Someone needs to plan it and publicize about it and get the prize money for it.
See the folder in the current files for directions. A flatwater leader should lead it. There should be a co-leader and a separate food person. They should all work in concert to make sure the trip comes off smoothly. Start planning for this trip way ahead of time.