Fundamentals of Recreational Kayaking

Sat Oct 11 2025 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-04:00

Scalloptown Park | East Greenwich

L.L.Bean Cranston RI Store (200 Hillside Road, Cranston, RI)
Publisher/HostL.L.Bean Cranston RI Store (200 Hillside Road, Cranston, RI)
Fundamentals of Recreational Kayaking
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This course covers all the basic skills and safety techniques you’ll need to paddle on your own. You’ll learn the fundamentals of recreational kayaking – launching techniques, paddling equipment, kayaking safety, reading weather conditions, boat storage, and more – using recreational-style kayaks that are 14-feet or shorter in length.
After brief introductions, our expert paddling instructors will explain kayak design and boat fit. You’ll learn about paddling terminology and basic paddling strokes. Our guides will lead you step by step through each stroke, helping you hone and refine your abilities throughout the course. You’ll learn the proper forward, reverse, and sweep strokes, allowing you to paddle straighter, turn quicker and navigate around obstacles.
When you are confident in your abilities, you’ll take a short, guided tour with the group, getting a close-up view of the wildlife that inhabit these waters. Our skilled guides will happily share their extensive knowledge of the sport of kayaking, the local waters, and the history of the surrounding area.
All necessary paddling equipment is provided. Ages 12+
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Scalloptown Park, Scalloptown Park, Crompton Ave, East Greenwich, RI 02818, United States

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