teaching a Grand Marais kayaking lesson

Description

Introduction to Kayaking is a six hour course focusing on skills needed for any type of kayak. Presentations include dressing to paddle safely and potential paddling hazards. Simple rescues are demonstrated by the instructor. Students learn and practice paddling skills needed to maneuver safely and comfortably on still water.

This course is conducted on flat water and is applicable to all types of kayaks including sea kayaks, recreational and sit-on-top kayaks.

Course Outline: Introduction to Kayaking

1 person: $250
2 people: $150 per person
3 people: $125 per person
4 or 5 people: $120 per person

Time: 9am to 3pm (6 hours)
Age limit: 13 and up. Must be 100 lbs.
Skill level: Beginners welcome.
Instructor to student ratio: 1:5 maximum.
Where to meet: Mink Lake beach.
Reservations: Advanced reservation and payment required.
The weather in the northland is dynamic, and if our guides determine it’s too bad, we will change locations or reschedule the class.

By arrangement. Call for availability.

We provide the follow equipment for our sea kayaking courses.

  • Kayak
  • Sprayskirt
  • Paddle float
  • Pump
  • Stirrup
  • Sample items such as tow ropes, strobes, VHF radio, flares and other safety items.

If you’d like to use your own equipment, please, discuss this when you make your reservation.