Beginner Kayak Basics
Pinicon Ridge Park, Linn County
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Have you purchased a new
kayak? Would you like some education to help you to become a better, more
skilled paddler? The
backwaters at Pinicon Ridge Park are a great place to practice and learn about
open water kayaking, but in a controlled backwater setting rather than out on a
river channel where current would need to be addressed. Join ACA
certified kayak instructors as we cover pfd’s,
equipment, river etiquette, where to paddle, and safety. We will
practice basic strokes, graceful entry and exit of a kayak, and
more. This session should be helpful to even experienced paddlers but is
ideal for those just getting their feet wet. Linn County
Conservation is inviting you to join us near the Watercraft Rental building in
the park. Find it located here:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pinicon+Ridge+Boat+Concession/@42.2151386,-91.5453267,16z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x87e4eabd9af8ca05:0x55b7c59626ab432a!8m2!3d42.2131352!4d-91.5394807
The same course will offered again on July 3 - search for that registration on this site. The fee is $10 per person
per session. Participants provide their own kayaks. Everyone will be required to be wear a lifejacket
and dress to get wet. A towel and dry clothes to change into is recommended.
Water shoes are suggested, but an old pair of sneakers would work also. Flip
flops are strongly discouraged. Youth 10 and up are welcome but must
be supervised by an adult.
In case of inclement weather threatening you can call
Wickiup Hill until 4:30 PM the day of the event. You also can
consult the Wickiup Hill Facebook page and we will have that information
updated as quickly as possible if it looks inclement. For further
questions on the kayak sessions feel free to call us at Wickiup Hill at
(319) 892-6485.
Preregistration is required. Limited to 10
registrants.
