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Sea Kayak Courses & Events Summer 2010
St. Louis River Eco-Kayak Tours
Basic Sea Kayak Strokes
and Rescues 1-Day Course
Basic Sea Kayak Strokes and Rescues 2-Day Course
Apostle Islands Sea Kayaking
Safety and Rescue Course
Pool Based Kayak Bracing & Rolling
Wild Woman! Sea Kayak & Climb
Climb & Sea Kayak Combo
Adventure Sport - Beach Recreation Programs
Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Wave Surfing Intro
Lake Superior Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) & Kayak Adventure Tour
13th Annual Two Harbors Kayak Festival
St. Louis River Eco-Kayak Tours
Discover the unique natural and cultural history of
the Lower St. Louis River, the United States’ largest
Lake Superior tributary. Choose from two different
beginner level tours: The Historic Fond du Lac
Riverfront and Birding Tour or the Duluth Waterfront
Tour. Use your choice of sea kayak and enjoy access
to a stand-up paddleboard during the tour. We’ll
begin with a basic introduction and incorporate on
water instruction throughout the three to six mile
tour. We will paddle rain or shine and the weather
conditions of the day will determine the degree of
difficulty. Children aged six and above are welcome
to participate in a tandem kayak with an adult.
Meet at the UMD Boat Shed 1-5pm.
Pick Your Date
Call to arrange dates for small groups.
$50/person/day (2-3 people)
$45/person/day (4-6 people)
Info Sheet
Basic Sea Kayak Strokes and Rescues
Level 1 ACA Pro School Course, 1-Day Format
Learn the basics in a day filled with wet exits, paddle
strokes, braces, solo and assisted rescues. Our ACA
certified instructors will teach you the paddling
strokes and rescues most common to sea kayaking.
Using the skills learned in this class, you will be able
to safely guide your kayak to the places you love to
explore. Prepare for a rigorous day of kayaking.
Be ready to get wet, work hard and have fun!
Meet at the Aquatic Center 9am-5pm.
Meet at the UMD Boat Shed 9am-5pm.
July 11, $130
Call to arrange diff erent dates for small groups.
$135/person/day (2-3 people)
$125/person/day (4-6 people)
Info Sheet
Basic Sea Kayak Strokes and Rescues
Level 1 ACA Pro School Course, 2-Day Format
This two-day course is designed to provide
beginners with a safe and fun introduction to
the sport of sea kayaking at a more relaxed pace
than our one-day course. Day One: Learn kayak
nomenclature, wet exit, forward touring and power
stroke, forward and reverse sweep stroke, sculling
and in water recovery draw strokes along with risk
management strategies for paddling in mixed boat
traffic. Day Two: Paddle under the Ariel Lift Bridge to
Lake Superior thru the ship canal to master the wet
exit and practice solo and assisted rescues.
Meet at the UMD Boat Shed 9am-3pm.
July 31-August 1, $195
Call to arrange diff erent dates for small groups.
$200/person/2-day (2-3 people)
$180/person/2-day (4-6 people)
Info Sheet
Apostle Islands Sea Kayaking
The Apostle Islands are a beautiful series of islands
that spread out into Lake Superior at the northern
end of Wisconsin. In your sea kayak, you can explore
secluded beaches, sea caves, cliff s and old growth
forests. Paddle the largest freshwater lake in the
world with us while learning navigation and risk
management skills. Participants will be active in all
aspects of the course, including rescues! This is a
4-day paddling and wilderness camping trip.
Pick Your Dates
Call to arrange dates for small groups.
$450/person/(2-3 people)
$425/person/(4-6 people)
Info Sheet
Safety and Rescue Course
This course, offered at the UMD pool, will introduce
you to equipment, trip planning, wet exit, basic
strokes, and deep-water rescues. It is designed to
provide information that will help you decide what
conditions best suit your paddling ability.
Be prepared to paddle and get wet!
Fridays from 5-9pm by appointment $50
Upon completion, receive a 50% discount on your
first RSOP sea kayak rental.
Info Sheet
Pool Based Kayak Bracing & Rolling Level
2
Learn the best method of kayak self-rescue. We will
lay the foundation of the roll through drills that
develop your hip snap and overall comfort in a
kayak. Bring your own kayak or use one of ours.
Meet at the UMD Pool 10am-2pm.
June 20, $75
Info Sheet
Wild Woman! Sea Kayak & Climb Level
1
Enjoy a fun day of sea kayaking and rock climbing with other
active women in a beautiful, natural setting on the North
Shore of Lake Superior. We’ll meet at Silver Cliff
north of Two Harbors and spend the morning climbing
on gently-angled sea cliffs
overlooking Lake Superior. After a lakeside picnic
lunch, we’ll paddle sea kayaks to explore the rugged
landscape near Two Harbors. Meets 9am-5pm.
July 24, $125
Call to arrange diff erent dates for small groups.
$135/person (2-3 people)
$125/person (4-6 people)
info Sheet
Sea Kayak and Climb Combo Day Level
1
Sea Kayaking and Climbing in Duluth. Plan a full day of fun and exploration on Lake Superior and on the cliffs near Duluth. We’ll spend
the morning rock climbing amid the friendly climbs in the forests of Ely’s Peak followed by a waterfront picnic lunch. The afternoon will be spent sea kayaking the Duluth Waterfront. Meets 9am-5pm.
July 10, $110
Call to arrange diff erent dates for small groups.
$125/person (2-3 people)
$110/person (4-6 people)
Info Sheet
Adventure Sport Beach Recreation Programs - Level 1
Explore Stand-Up Paddleboarding, Sit-On-Top Kayaking, Kiteboarding
and Longboard Land Paddling at the end of Park Point in Duluth.
Choose from three formats below and then call to arrange dates in
July or August.
1. The Sampler format serves mid-sized groups of 6-12 people
from 10am-3pm. $55/person
2. The Tour format serves small groups of 2-6 people and visits
more secluded beaches from 9am-5pm. $125/person
3. The Custom Course format lets small groups of 2-6 people
pick their emphasis for an eight hour day. $125/person
Info Sheet
Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Wave Surfing Intro - Level 1
This rapidly growing surfi ng hybrid adventure sport is a
thrilling full body workout and a great way to explore our lakes and
rivers. Spend a day on fl atwater and on water ski boat wakes to
develop your stance options, balance, stroke techniques, board
trim and wave surfi ng skills. Meet at Island Lake 15 miles North
of Duluth, 9am-4pm.
July 28 $130
Call to arrange diff erent dates for small groups.
$135/person/day (2-3 people)
$125/person/day (4-6 people)
Info Sheet
Lake Superior Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) & Kayak Adventure Tour Level 2
Explore the Split Rock Lighthouse State Park shoreline, visit the
lighthouse and a Lake Superior Water Trail kayak campsite. This
day-tour is designed to refi ne your skills as we travel along
a challenging route. Learn about trip planning, equipment,
paddling effi ciency, group management and take in some
spectacular scenery. We will compare the attributes of the SUP
with the kayak in calm conditions or in wind and waves as we adapt
to whatever the day brings. Meet at the UMD Boat Shed 8am-6pm.
July 29 $145
Call to arrange diff erent dates
for small groups.
$145/person/day (2-3 people)
$135/person/day (4-6 people)
Info Sheet
13th Annual Two Harbors Kayak Festival
August 6-8
An 18 mile marathon, 5 mile 1/4 marathon, local exhibitors,
kayak equipment demos, beginning level instructional tours,
advanced clinics, kids kayaking, climbing programs, food and fun.
Get more information at www.kayakfestival.org
