Beginner Kayak Basics

Pinicon Ridge Park, Linn County

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Have you purchased a new kayak? Would you like some education to help you to become a better, more skilled paddler? The backwaters at Pinicon Ridge Park are a great place to practice and learn about open water kayaking, but in a controlled backwater setting rather than out on a river channel where current would need to be addressed.  Join ACA certified kayak instructors as we cover pfd’s, equipment, river etiquette, where to paddle, and safety. We will practice basic strokes, graceful entry and exit of a kayak, and more. This session should be helpful to even experienced paddlers but is ideal for those just getting their feet wet.  Linn County Conservation is inviting you to join us near the Watercraft Rental building in the park.

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A similar session is being offered from 6-8 PM on June 26 if you are interested in that as well.  The fee is $10 per person per session.  Participants provide their own kayaks.  Everyone will be required to be wear a lifejacket and dress to get wet. A towel and dry clothes to change into is recommended. Water shoes are suggested, but an old pair of sneakers would work also. Flip-flops are strongly discouraged.  Youth 10 and up are welcome but must be supervised by an adult. 

In case of inclement weather threatening you can call Wickiup Hill until 4:30 PM the day of the event.  You also can consult the Wickiup Hill Facebook page and we will have that information updated as quickly as possible if it looks inclement.  For further questions on the kayak sessions feel free to call us at Wickiup Hill at (319) 892-6485.

Preregistration is required. Limited to 10 registrants.  

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What

Beginner Kayak Basics

When

Wednesday, July 3, 2019
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Cost

Adults - $10.00

Children - $10.00

Category

Programs