• Fun games in kayaks
• Introduction to basic equipment
• Basic body mechanics and efficiency of stroke
• Forward and reverse paddling
• Sweep strokes
• Draw strokes
• Turning on the move
• Edging while turning
• Wet exits
• Introduction to basic hydrology
• Introduction to basic safety

This five-day course for kids 10-14 provides instruction in safety, paddle strokes, bracing, rescues, rolling, and hydrology. Days one, two, three and four take place on calm water near our shop at Jantzen Beach and in the pool behind our shop. Day five is parent day and is conducted at a suitable location either in the Gorge or on the lower Columbia towards the coast. We invite you to come out and enjoy paddling as a family, the exuberance and natural learning ability of kids never fails to keep the instructors' creative juices flowing (and Challenged).

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

Inclusions

We can provide all gear needed upon request

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.

Departs

9:00 am each day Aug 8 to 12, 2011

Pickup/Departure

The Sea Yakatak Classes are held in Portland at our Jantzen beach location.
Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe, Jantzen Beach:
200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr. Portland, OR 97212 (503) 285-0464.
Exit 308 off I-5 in North Portland, head east on Tomahawk Island Dr. for 7/10 of a mile, look for the store on the right.

If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us.

Drop-Off

4:00 pm each day, Aug 8 to 12, 2011

Additional Locations