BILL AND PAULS Style# IKC-2
Intro to Kayaking Class June 22nd
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INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING CLASS
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Saturday June 22nd, 2024 9:00a-1:00p
An introduction to the fundamental elements of flat-water kayaking. Learn about different kayak designs, participate in equipment and safety discussions, and practice paddling and safety techniques on the water. Students will have 2-2.5 hours of paddling time available in this program.
*Your class fee may be applied to the purchase price of a new kayak after completing the course.
REFUNDS: Given on cancellations made up to 10 days before class, or in the event the class is cancelled due to weather or lack of registrants.
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No previous kayaking or paddling experience required.
PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 14 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER
Bill & Paul's will provide kayaks for the class. However, we do encourage those with their own kayaks to bring them if possible.
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We require a minimum of 4 students to hold the program and allow a maximum of 8 students per class with a student/instructor ratio of no more than 5:1.
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Location: Stoney Lakeside Park, Lowell, MI.
Intro Class Outline
Part I - On-land activities
1. Welcome paperwork, policies
2. Kayaking Environments in Michigan
3. Hypothermia, Cold Shock, Hyperthermia
4. Dressing for Success-Clothing for Kayaking
5. Accessories and Safety Equipment
6. The Big 3-Kayaks, Paddles, and PFD's
7. Paddle set-up and use
8. Entering and Exiting the kayak
9. Boat fit and Skirt use
Part II- On-Water activities
1. Wet Exit Demo
2. Kayak paddle strokes-Forward, Reverse, Sweeps, and Stops
3. Solo and Tandem Rescue Demonstrations
4. Kayak Roll recovery demonstration
5. Debrief
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