• Explore local islands, traveling by kayak, while taking advantage of tidal currents.
• Distance touring of 4- 10 miles between camps.
• Start to develop the tools needed to complete a multi-day tour on your own.
• Experience boat packing, menu planning, navigation, group safety, paddling in wind and waves and practicing boat handling skills.  

Enjoy incredible scenery, kayak camping, great food, team camaraderie and instruction all rolled together while exploring the beautiful San Juan Islands. Join our coaches and staff on this exceptional four day adventure and watch your paddling skills rise to a new level of understanding and expertise. The itinerary consists of learning group dynamics, paddle skills, navigation, efficient boat packing, boat control, and maybe even a swim or two to practice rescues. If you really want to go "sea kayaking" join us for this superb experience. We will provide each person with the appropriate kayak for their size, ability and experience. Tandem kayaks available.

Things To Bring

Tennis shoes or river sandals with wool socks or wetsuit booties


Sunglasses with retention device (i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)


Sunscreen (SPF 30), lip balm (SPF 15)


Sun hat, rain hat, and/or fleece hat 


Synthetic top and bottom (thermal underwear, heavier wt. for cooler weather) 


Rain coat and rain pants


Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit
Water bottle (1 quart)


Towel and change of clothes for ride home 


Lunch and snacks

For Camp:


Sleeping bag and pad - compact -

Tent - compact (Alder Creek provides tarps for group areas)


Swimsuit
 1 pair walking shorts


2 cotton T shirts


Synthetic pile pants and jacket


Rain coat and pants
2 pair underwear


Towel (small)
Toilet kit
Long sleeve shirt


Sunglasses w/strap (chums or croakies)


Insect repellent 
Flashlight w/spare bulb and batteries


Spare eye glasses or contacts


Shoes and socks
small dry bags to store personal gear

Optional Gear:


Camera with film, batteries and dry storage


Camera w/film, batteries, and dry storage


Book
Writing tablet and pen


Fishing gear and license


Folding chair (small)


Musical instruments (check w/us to make sure it is appropriate)


Binoculars

Alder Creek provides dry bags for your personal gear and group gear for camp. We can also provide all boats, paddles, and PFD's. If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind.

SPECIAL NOTE: We have chosen not to provide alcohol on our trips. If you would like to bring your own please feel free to do so, we will help with the storage and transportation. Aluminum, plastic and foil bags are easier to store than glass. We do not have alcohol on youth only trips.

Cancellation Policy

The Pacific Northwest is a dynamic and often unpredictable environment. All activities are run/fun rain or shine. All programs are conditions dependent and may change at any time at our discretion. In order to keep our programs affordable a minumum number of participants may be required. If we are unable to fill a program to a minimum requirement level we reserve the right to cancel the program. A full refund will be provided in the event of a cancelled or re-scheduled activity upon request. Please allow 48 hour notice for any cancellations or changes in your reservation. Just give us a call at 503-285-0464. Cancelations within 48 hours of the program are NOT refundable.

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