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Rec Kayaking Class

July 20, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person

Is that an obstruction on Cedar Creek, Wi

The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and/or who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions) near the West Bend area.

Information and topics covered:

On-land Discussions:

  1. Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).
  2. Choosing a paddle for your kayak.
  3. Selecting the proper life-vest.
  4. How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.
  5. Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.
  6. Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

  1. How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.
  2. Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.
  3. How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?
  4. How tippy is your yak?
  5. What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?
  6. My kayak is full of water, what now?
  7. Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Minimum class size – 2    Maximum class size – 5

Please ensure you dress properly for air and water temperatures, as you will get wet during this class. It is best to have a change of clothes and a towel to use after the class.

Cost $60/per person