Sherper’s Demo Days in Port Washington

Sherper’s of Port Washington is putting on their 3rd Demo Day at this location.  What is a Demo Day? Sherper’s will have various Sit on Tops, Sit inside kayaks, SUP’s, and canoes present for the public to test paddle on Lake Michigan. Think of this event as a try before you buy !!! More information can be found here : https://www.facebook.com/events/336701717015743/

Silent Wake will be present to promote education and paddle sports during the day. We will have short (10 to 15 minute) Shoreline Session topics related to kayaking, and On water demonstrations of various paddle skills. We will be present to answer questions, or just to talk shop. We will also have a drawing for a free 2 hour private kayak session (no need to purchase anything, just drop your name in the container).

Here is our line-up for the day – Water demo dependent on weather and water conditions:

1000-1030 Q/A (meet and greet)

1030-1045 Shoreline talk: Planning a paddle trip.

1100-1115 Water Demo: T-rescue

1130-1145 Shoreline talk: How to paddle effectively.

1200-1215 Water Demo: Self Rescues

1230-1245 Shoreline talk: How to wear your PFD.

1300-1315 Water Demo: Rolling

1330-1345 Shoreline talk: Get to know your kayak.

1400-1415 Water Demo: Draws

1330-1345 Shoreline talk:  Are you properly dressed to get wet?

1400-1415 Water Demo: Braces

1430-1445 Shoreline talk:  My kayak is filled with water – what now?

1500-1515 Water Demo: Rolling

1530-1545 Shoreline talk:  Right boat for the right environment.