Kayak Safety Practice - Pool Time!
FEB 23 2020 4:30 PM
Location
Bender Pool
940 14th Ave SE
Cedar Rapids IA
Wickiup Hill Learning Center
For additional info call Chuck at 319-892-6485. In case of inclement weather contact Cedar Rapids weather / events line at 319-286-5700 - listen for the Bender Pool prompt.
Event Summary
A pool can be a good substitute during the winter to practice for the open waters. It also provides an opportunity to refine paddling skills under a controlled environment rather than out on the river itself. Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation and Linn County Conservation are teaming up this fall and winter to promote safer kayaking with pool time at Bender Pool, 940 14th Ave SE in Cedar Rapids. Drop in pool sessions will be held from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. on:
November 17
December 1 and 15
January 12 and 26
February 9 and 23
Minimum age is 10 years old. Everyone will be required to be in swimwear and a lifejacket. A helmet is required for practicing those rolls. Youth must be supervised by an adult. In case of an inclement weather, the City of Cedar Rapids weather/events line is (319) 286-5700 –listen for the Bender Pool prompt. Cost $10 per session. Participants should bring their own boats and gear, or contact Chuck to bring one for you at 319-892-6485.
Cost
Adults - $10.00
Child - $10.00
Category
Other Location
