Instructions
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Basic Canoe or Kayak Course ( 3 Hrs.) |
This introduction to flatwater paddling for the entire family, emphasizing safety, basic strokes, maneuvers and equipment is ideal for the recreational paddler interested in exploring protected lake and river environments only.
Dates: 5/21, 5/27, 6/4, 6/9
Price: $ 50.00 Adults/ Children 8-16 $ 35.00 (with at least one parent)
Prerequisite: None
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Kids Adventure Kayak Clinic ( 6 Hrs.) |
This program introduces kids ages 8-13 to basic kayaking skills in a safe and fun environment. The instructors have numerous instructional games that will keep kids interested and learning through out the day.
Dates: Thursdays June 29 thru August 24, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00
Prerequisite: None
Dates: Thursdays June thru August 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Youth Canoe Racing Clinic |
Paddlers will learn about safety, equipment, paddling technique, training, reading the river, the fine art of wake riding, portaging, and race strategy. Paddlers will also participate in a race at the end of the clinic.
Date: Sun. June 11, 10-3 pm
Cost: $40.00
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Level I Flat water Kayak Clinic ( 6 Hrs.) |
This popular Level I Flat water course provides a safe and fun introduction to the sport of sea kayaking. We begin with an introduction to water safety, kayak design, related equipment and clothing. After suiting up in our sprayskirts and P.F.D’s (Life jackets), it’s time to practice wet exits and various self and assisted capsize recovery techniques in beautiful, crystal clear Lake Rico. Next are strokes…… Your American Canoe Association Certified Instructor will present a progression of paddling strokes teaching you how to maneuver your kayak with skill and efficiency. After a delicious lunch , we head out to explore Lake Rico and work on refining what we have learned.
Dates: 6/10, 6/11, 6/17, 7/8, 7/9, 8/5, 8/6
Price: $ 95.00 ( Includes a delicious picnic lunch)
Prerequisite: None
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Level II Open Water Kayak Clinic (7 hrs) |
Our new Level II Open Water Course goes beyond the basics and is designed to prepare paddlers to comfortably and safely paddle on open water marine environments. Students will be oriented with basic chart reading and on water navigation skills, open water rescues, advanced paddling strokes and maneuvers, and efficient paddling technique. Students will have the opportunity to paddle short crossings, apply on-water navigational techniques, discuss safety concerns related to the open water environment.
Price: $125.00 ( Includes a delicious picnic lunch)
Prerequisite: Level I Clinic or equivalent
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Level III Eskimo Rolling Clinic (4 Hrs.) |
Let our experienced American Canoe Association Certified Instructors show you the steps to learning a successful Eskimo roll. This course is suited for people who are comfortable with the fundamentals of kayaking and want to learn a new skill to help boost their confidence and enhance their boat control.
Price: $ 75.00
Minimum Age: 16
Prerequisite: Level I Clinic or equivalent
AMERICAN CANOE ASSOCIATION
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Flat Water Instructor Certification |
3 days. Offered for people who teach others to paddle, guide trips, or wish
to improve their knowledge and skills in canoes or kayaks.
This class covers
teaching and paddling theory and technique. An intensive hands on course that
will improve your skills and make you look at paddling through new eyes.
Cost: $275.00 plus ACA membership fees.
Dates: Thursday evening May 11, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday May 12
8:00 a.m.
to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday May 13, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.