BOATMORE
BOATMORE
Kayak Instruction and Experiences
ABOAT ME
My love for paddling began when I enrolled in a whitewater kayak course in the Fall of 2014. Later that school year I got the chance to sea kayak for over a week in Cumberland Island National Seashore. I learned more from paddling than I would have ever imagined possible that year, and to this day I am only partly joking when I say that the river is one of my greatest teachers. For the past 10 years, paddling has been a prominent part of my life along with teaching and a few other passions. I have been fortunate enough to combine my passions into one profession as an outdoor educator, leading week long paddling and backpacking expeditions. With this honor comes a great deal of responsibility to care for, educate, and appropriately challenge my students in outdoor settings. As a long time resident of the mid-Atlantic region, I have paddled many waters from the mountains to the ocean. Along the way, earning my ACA Level IV Whitewater Kayak Certification and ACA Level II Sea Kayak Certification. Now, I am inspired to share my passion with you. Come boat with me whether you are interested in going kayaking for the first time or you want to advance your paddling skills and knowledge.
Course Types
Introduction to Kayaking
Cost: $70Â USD
This course is ideal for participants who are new to kayaking and want to try out a new sport or who have experience and want to improve their skills and knowledge of kayaking. This course can be broken down into two phases: Land Based and Water Based activities. First, we will go over content areas such as parts of the boat, equipment fitting, and safety considerations. Afterward, we will introduce and practice a series of fundamental strokes and boat maneuvers. Next, we will have some exploration time on the water where you can continue practicing skills as we navigate to different areas as a group. Lastly, we will return to the kayak launching point and wrap up a great day on the water.
Participants are welcome to bring their own kayak and equipment or you may request to use some of my gear for a small additional fee.
Highlights:
Overview of Kayaking
Coaching from an ACA certified instructor
On the water exploration time
Essentials of Sea Kayak Touring
Cost: $120 per day
This course is ideal for participants who are interested in paddling larger bodies of water such as lakes, bays and oceans. Similar to my Introduction to Kayaking Course, the first day of this course will include land based and water based activities. On land we will review basic terminology, properly fit equipment, and discuss common sea kayak hazards. Once on the water, will move through a progression of paddle strokes and kayak maneuvers. Depending on time and conditions, we may go over sea kayak rescues and practice some before wrapping up for the day. Day 2 of this course is designed to be a day of adventure and exploration on the water. Prior to launching, we will go over some basic navigation skills, kayak convoy, and emergency procedures. Taking into account factors like the weather, wind, waves, water, and group ability, we will choose a route to best meet our needs.
Participants are welcome to bring their own kayak and equipment or you may request to use some of my gear for a small additional fee.
Highlights:
Overview of Sea Kayaking
Coaching from an ACA certified instructor
All day exploration on the water
River/ Whitewater Kayaking (Level I - IV)
Cost: $120 per day
This course is ideal for anyone who is interested in getting into whitewater kayaking or who wants professional guidance in advancing their river kayaking skills to the next level. Similar to Essentials of Sea Kayaking, day 1 of this course has a land based section and day 2 and/or 3 are more designed for on water practice. Some common topics covered in this course include paddling equipment, environmental factors, safety, strokes, maneuvers, rescues, reading water, and river running. Depending on the ACA course standardizations, the rivers we paddle in these courses will have Class I - Class III rapids. Course location is more subject to change depending on river levels, weather and other factors.
Participants are welcome to bring their own kayak and equipment or you may request to use some of my gear for a small additional fee.
Highlights:
Overview of Whitewater Kayaking
Coaching from an ACA certified instructor
Exploration of a local river
