Efficient Paddling techniques take concentration, practice, and a keen understanding of cause and effect as it relates to your body, boat, and blade. We will spend 4 hours pouring over your strokes in an effort to make you safer, stronger, faster, and more efficient!
The forward stroke is arguably the least perfected skill in kayaking. Who needs this class?
- Have you ever felt like you are working really hard to keep up with the group?
- Are you really tired and sore after paddling when other paddlers do not seem to be?
- Have you struggled with positioning or controlling your kayak?
- Do you have a long journey planned?
You can go fast or go slow with efficient paddling techniques, but there is no reason to work harder than you have to. We will spend time on the water learning efficent and safe techniques with expert coaches!
Efficient Paddling for Kayakers meets at the Jantzen Beach location. You will receive detailed instructions and a map with your confirmation.
We will launch and land from the Jantzen Beach Store.
If you are un-able to bring the items listed below please let us know as we can provide them if needed. We typiaclly provide immersion wear in the form of either a neoprene wetsuit or nylon drysuit with latex gasket seals and neoprene boots.
Only in the hottest summer months do we run courses without some form of immersion wear. The water is cold year round so you will need to bring layers to wear under the suits provided.
- Sunglasses with retention device (i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)
- NO COTTON Synthetic top and bottom layers (thermal underwear, heavier wt. for cooler weather)
- Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit for warmer days
- Hiking style wool or synthetic socks
- Water bottle
- LUNCH small enough to pack into the boats
- Towel and change of clothes for ride home
Optional Gear:
- Water proof camera
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- River shoes or booties
- Tow belt
- Rescue gear
- Spare Paddle
- Bilge Pump
We can provide all gear required by request.
Gratuity: It's NEVER expected but always appreciated. If you feel your coaches / guides have done an exceptional job and made your experience a memorable one, then you can certainly show your appreciation by giving a tip.
If your coach / guide was so exceptional that you want him or her to be your guide on all future trips, simply request them at the time you make your reservation. While we cannot promise he/she will be available, we will do everything in our power to accommodate your request.
- We do not provide food or drink.
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. Remember the goal is to travel light and efficiently.
Call for more information.
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 minimum 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. Give us a call at 503-285-0464. Cancellations within 48 hours of the program are NOT refundable. To re-schedule a class you have cancelled within the restricted 48 hour period we will gladly credit you 50% towards the rescheduled class. Thank you for signing up! Please let us know if you have questions about this or any other policy here at Alder Creek.
