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THE ART & SCIENCE OF PROFITABLE WHITEWATER WHITE WATER GOLD
SCOTT SHIPLEY PE, MS, OLY WHITEWATER DIVISION MANAGER BS Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology MS Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology Scott is an accomplished engineer and a world-renowned athlete committed to elevating whitewater recreation. His unique combination of expertise as an elite kayaker and a seasoned engineer sets him apart in the industry. Scott’s impressive track record includes designing and creating some of the world’s most notable whitewater parks, such as the London Olympic Whitewater Park for the 2012 Olympic Games, the US National Whitewater Center, and the 2028 Olympic venue at Oklahoma City Riversport Rapids Whitewater Center. His designs have consistently earned accolades, showcasing their aesthetic appeal and functional excellence. Scott’s parks have been recognized in
a four-time whitewater world title holder. His firsthand experience as an elite athlete provides him with invaluable insight into the needs and challenges faced by recreational users and competitive athletes alike. This unique perspective allows Scott to create parks that stimulate community involvement, activate economic growth, and elevate competitive athletic and entry-level accessibility. Furthermore, Scott has established himself as a leader in innovative design with the creation of the world's first swiftwater training facilities at whitewater parks. This cutting-edge project in New York has received national and international acclaim, offering unrivalled opportunities for training emergency responders and medical professionals in real-life rescue situations. He is also developing additional swiftwater facilities in Houston and North Carolina that are designed to cater to the diverse needs of emergency response teams in various environments. As a passionate advocate for water recreation, Scott is dedicated to transforming spaces into hubs of community activity and sporting excellence. His extensive experience with both in-stream and pumped whitewater parks uniquely positions him to deliver a state-of-the-art facility in Clarksville that meets the highest standards of safety, accessibility, and environmental stewardship. Scott’s unparalleled blend of engineering prowess, Olympian credentials, and commitment to community-based recreation makes him the ideal project partner for the Clarksville Whitewater Park. Together, we will create an extraordinary venue that celebrates water, unites the community, and stimulates the economy.
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prominent publications, including Time Magazine’s list of the World’s Best Places, and have garnered numerous engineering excellence awards across the United States, including two prestigious awards from ACEC in Colorado and Alabama in 2024. In addition to his remarkable engineering achievements, Scott is a three-time Olympian and
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Calibre's user-based design process actively integrates public and stakeholder input to ensure each project meets community needs and client goals. This approach results in de- signs that reflect your values while addressing the community’s expectations. COMMUNITY AND TEAMWORK DRIVE EVERY PROJECT. Calibre combines the agility of a small business with the expertise of a globally recognized team to ensure your project’s success. Our nimble team is uniquely positioned to deliver the project on a tight timeline while realizing your vision. AGILE SOLUTIONS, GLOBAL EXPERTISE.
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TESTING THE WATERS Calibre has a long-standing partnership with the Czech Technical University in Prague to create physical models that accurately predict future flow conditions in our channels. Using Froude scaling, a hydraulic scaling factor, these models allow us to design and fine-tune hydraulic features at scale, ensuring minimal adjustments are needed upon completion. The models simulate channel velocities, eddies, surges, waves, holes, and other whitewater features, ensuring the final product meets the needs of paddlers, from Olympic athletes to beginners. For example, the hydraulic model created for the London 2012 Olympic Venue used nearly 1,300 scaled RapidBlocs—the adjustable tuning system utilized for those games. Once built, tuning the constructed full-size whitewater channel required the movement of only 13 RapidBlocs to achieve the International Canoe Federation sign-off on the design. Comparisons between the model and actual channels revealed striking similarities, including the smallest details of hydraulics, waves, eddies, and drops. Though London was the first major channel system to employ physical modeling, the International Canoe Federation has since adopted it as the standard. Modeling conducted at the Czech Technical University has been used to design every major channel system since, including those in Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo, Oklahoma City, and Montgomery. PHYSICAL MODELING
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Calibre goes beyond traditional engineering roles by offering support in areas like grant writing, public outreach, and community engagement. For example, in projects like Meadow Park in Lyons, CO, we secured over a million dollars in grant funding and facilitated successful public meetings and social media campaigns. Our expert team offers a cost-efficient, phased approach that saves you time and money. Because of our specialized experience, we can identify and address concerns early in the process to promote sustainable, fully vetted designs that meet your needs. YOUR BOTTOM-LINE IN MIND. We deliver the project you envision, whether focused on Olympic sports, commercial suc- cess, freestyle kayaking, surfing, swiftwater rescue, or natural river restoration. From kickoff to delivery, we focus on understanding your goals, providing expert guidance, and de- livering industry-leading adventure facilities. ADVOCATES FOR YOUR VISION.
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