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Intro to Sea Kayaking - All Day
Are you a beginner with no sea kayaking experience and no previous formal instruction? If so, this all-day Introduction to Sea Kayaking is the best way to start your weekend. After completing the day, you won’t be a beginner any more! You’ll be ready to enjoy Basic classes, plus Introductory and Beginner tours for the rest of the weekend.
You'll get comfortable in your boat and learn basic skills in this day-long, relaxed-pace class. We'll begin the morning getting used to the way your kayak feels. The idea is to take it slow and easy! No hurry, no pressure—just a fun and easy way to begin.
After getting comfortable in your boat, it's time to learn a wet exit. Your instructors will guide you through a series of steps to help you feel at ease as you exit your boat. This is a relaxed, no pressure way to learn this important safety skill.
After a lunch break on-site, we'll learn the basic strokes you need to build a strong foundation for kayaking. We’ll cover going forward, stopping and turning, then we'll jump right into learning a t-rescue, an essential skill in kayaking.
We'll spend the whole day off-site at Europe Lake. Please pre-order a box lunch when you get to the symposium or plan to pack a lunch - we will not return to the symposium site for our lunch break.
After completing this class, we recommend that you continue with Basic level classes. You do not need to take Kayak Essentials which covers the same content as Introduction to Sea Kayaking but in a more compact format. If you're brand new to kayaking or want a more relaxed-paced course, we recommend you begin with Intro to Sea Kayaking. If you have some informal experience we suggest beginning with Kayak Essentials.
Please note that this is an all day class - register for both the morning and afternoon segments on the day you take this class.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills |
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Kayak Essentials
Are you a paddler who has some informal kayaking experience, perhaps a bit of paddling here and there? If you’ve had limited formal instruction and consider yourself to be at a beginner level, we recommend you begin your weekend with our Kayak Essentials class. After this morning class, you’ll be qualified to take Basic classes, plus Introductory and Beginner tours for the rest of the weekend.
We'll begin by covering the wet exit and the basic strokes you need to build a strong foundation for kayaking. Learn strokes to effeciently go forward, stop and turn.
Then we'll jump right into learning a t-rescue, an essential skill in kayaking. By the end of the morning, you'll feel more confident and comfortable with these basic skills.
Please note that this class covers the same basic content as our all day Introduction to Sea Kayaking class but in a more compact format. If you're brand new to kayaking we recommend you begin with Introduction to Sea Kayaking. If you have some informal experience and want a faster-paced class, we suggest beginning with Kayak Essentials.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills |
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Kayak Essentials for Women
Are you a paddler who has some informal kayaking experience, perhaps a bit of paddling here and there? If you’ve had limited formal instruction, consider yourself to be at a beginner level, and enjoy learning in the company of other like-minded women, we recommend you begin your weekend with our Kayak Essentials for Women class. Covering the same material as our coed version, after this morning class you’ll be qualified to take Basic classes, plus Introductory and Beginner tours for the rest of the weekend.
We'll begin by covering the wet exit and the basic strokes you need to build a strong foundation for kayaking. Learn strokes to effeciently go forward, stop and turn. Then we'll jump right into learning a t-rescue, an essential skill in kayaking. By the end of the morning, you'll feel more confident and comfortable with these basic skills.
Join the company of like-minded women as you learn kayak skills together. Of course, it’s the same content as our co-ed classes, same high-quality instruction, same fun learning environment.
Please note that this class covers the same basic content as our all day Introduction to Sea Kayaking class but in a more compact format. If you're brand new to kayaking we recommend you begin with Introduction to Sea Kayaking. If you have some informal experience and want a faster-paced class, we suggest beginning with Kayak Essentials.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills |
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Kayak Tune-Up
Haven’t been in a boat for a while? Feeling a little rusty? Need to refresh your skills a bit? A good place to begin your weekend, we’ll review wet exits, basic strokes and the t-rescue. Start the weekend right with a fun refresher session.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Boat Control 1
Learn the finer points of boat control, the key to efficient and effective kayaking. Taught in two parts, Boat Control 1 will focus on how the boat and the body work together. We’ll cover the basic movements: rotation, edging and tilt. Then we’ll move into edge turns and how torso rotation works with key strokes to turn the kayak on edge.
We strongly recommend that you follow this class with Boat Control 2 during your next session. You’ll have the same instructor allowing for continuity and lots of fun learning. For example, if you take Boat Control 1 on Friday morning, take Boat Control 2 that afternoon. If you take Boat Control 1 Friday afternoon, take Boat Control 2 Saturday morning.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Boat Control 1 for Women
Learn the finer points of boat control, the key to efficient and effective kayaking. Taught in two parts, Boat Control 1 will focus on how the boat and the body work together. We’ll cover the basic movements: rotation, edging and tilt. Then we’ll move into edge turns and how torso rotation works with key strokes to turn the kayak on edge.
Join the company of like-minded women as you learn kayak skills together. Of course, it’s the same content as our co-ed classes, same high-quality instruction, same fun learning environment.
We strongly recommend that you follow this class with Boat Control 2 during your next session. You’ll have the same instructor allowing for continuity and lots of fun learning. For example, if you take Boat Control 1 on Friday afternoon, take Boat Control 2 Saturday morning. If you take Boat Control 1 Saturday morning, take Boat Control 2 SAturday afternoon.
This class will be held off-site at Garrett Bay - weather permitting, as always. The 4 hour format includes travel time. Car pools and trailering will be arranged at the symposium.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Boat Control 2
Continue learning the finer points of boat control and pick up where Boat Control 1 left off. We’ll take our edges and turns to a new level as we build on those skills. Then we’ll work on techniques to develop a solid hip snap – the key to braces and rolling. We’ll then practice components of an effective low and high brace.
We strongly recommend that you follow Boat Control 1 with this class during your next session. You’ll have the same instructor allowing for continuity and lots of fun learning. For example, if you take Boat Control 1 on Friday morning, take Boat Control 2 that afternoon. If you take Boat Control 1 on Friday afternoon, take Boat Control 2 Saturday morning.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Completion of Boat Control 1 |
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Boat Control 2 for Women
Continue learning the finer points of boat control and pick up where Boat Control 1 left off. We’ll take our edges and turns to a new level as we build on those skills. Then we’ll work on techniques to develop a solid hip snap – the key to braces and rolling. We’ll then practice components of an effective low and high brace.
Join the company of like-minded women as you learn kayak skills together. Of course, it’s the same content as our co-ed classes, same high-quality instruction, same fun learning environment.
We strongly recommend that you follow Boat Control 1 with this class during your next session. You’ll have the same instructor allowing for continuity and lots of fun learning. For example, if you take Boat Control 1 on Friday afternoon, take Boat Control 2 Saturday morning.
This class will be held off-site at Garrett Bay - weather permitting, as always. The 4 hour format includes travel time. Car pools and trailering will be arranged at the symposium.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Forward Stroke
The forward stroke is the most important and most used stroke in kayaking. Learn how to develop an efficient forward stroke that will help you avoid injury and increase your speed and endurance. We guarantee you'll be surprised at how much you'll learn!
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Anility to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Forward Stroke for Women
The forward stroke is the most important and most used stroke in kayaking. Learn how to develop an efficient forward stroke that will help you avoid injury and increase your speed and endurance. We guarantee you'll be surprised at how much you'll learn!
Join the company of like-minded women as you learn kayak skills together. Of course, it’s the same content as our co-ed classes, same high-quality instruction, same fun learning environment.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Forward Stroke 2
You've taken a Forward Stroke class in the past and have been working on honing your technique. Now it's time to take it to the next level. In this class you'll build your knowledge of proper stroke mechanics and have lots of practice time with feedback from advanced instructors.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Previous Forward Stroke class |
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Navigation - On Land and Water
This class will teach you the basics of navigation. We'll start on land where you'll work with maps, charts, compasses and other navigational aids. After a short break we'll get ready to paddle. We'll head out to work on some on-water navigation exercises. You'll get a feel for keeping your kayak on a compass bearing as you paddle a point-to-point course.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Rescue Techniques
The more rescues you know how to perform, the more safety tools you have in your pocket. In this class you'll learn a to use a paddle float to perform a self-rescue - an important skill to get back into your boat without assistance. You'll also learn modifications to the t-rescue, use of a stirrup and Eskimo bow rescue. Wetsuits or hydroskins may be required for this class.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Rescue Techniques for Women
The more rescues you know how to perform, the more safety tools you have in your pocket. In this class you'll learn a to use a paddle float to perform a self-rescue - an important skill to get back into your boat without assistance. You'll also learn modifications to the t-rescue, use of a stirrup and Eskimo bow rescue. Wetsuits or hydroskins may be required for this class.
Join the company of like-minded women as you learn kayak skills together. Of course, it’s the same content as our co-ed classes, same high-quality instruction, same fun learning environment.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Knowledge of basic strokes, wet exits and rescues |
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Advanced Rescues and Towing
Practice makes perfect, so does knowing more options. We’ll step it up a notch as you practice hand of God and all-in rescues. We’ll also cover towing techniques such as single-line tow, contact tow, and releasing under tow. Wetsuits or hydroskins may be required for this class.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Skills Challenge | | Prerequisites: | Solid ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescues |
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Kayak Skills Buffet
If you are looking to hone specific skills, join in the fun on Sunday. During this workshop, you tell us what skills you still want to work on and our instructors will tailor small groups to your needs. A great way to wrap-up the weekend.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Knowledge of basic strokes, wet exits and rescues |
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Kayak Play
Come adults! How can a class with "play" in the title not be a hoot! Join in for fun, goofing around, and trial and error as you increase your boat comfort and skill. An entertaining way to end the weekend, you'll be sharpening your skills in the midst of the action!
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Introduction to Kayak Rolling
Join us at Europe Lake for the basics of the kayak roll. Because development of your hip snap is key to rolling, this year we are requiring that you take Boat Control 1 & 2 before this class, or that you have previously worked on hip snap development. During class, you'll break down the elements of a roll so you can head home to practice on your own. The 3-hour class includes travel time - we will arrange car pools and trailering at the symposium.
Please note: Because space is limited, we ask that you only register for one session of Introduction to Kayak Rolling during the symposium.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Boat control 1 & 2 or prior hip snap development |
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Kayak Rolling 2
After you’ve learned the basics on a warmer, inland lake, head to a calm bay of Lake Michigan to practice your skills. We’ll work in shallow water as instructors help you refine the components of your roll. Wetsuits or hydroskins may be required for this course.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Introduction to Kayak Rolling or similar class |
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Introduction to Traditional Paddling
Learn paddling techniques that have sustained Greenland paddlers for thousands of years. Discover how to use the distinctly designed traditional Greenland paddle to your advantage. Traditional Greenland Paddles will be provided for this class or bring your own.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Open Water Adventure
All sea kayaking begins with fundamental skills such as those taught at this symposium. We don't use different skills as we improve as paddlers, we refine the fundamentals and are able to paddle effectively in more challenging conditions as we become more advanced paddlers. Mastery of paddling techniques in real-world conditions is what separates advanced paddlers from beginners.
In this instructional journey, we'll "up" the intensity by heading out into an open water environment where practice in context becomes the key to becomming a better sea kayaker. During this 3-hour class, you'll maintain a 4-mile per hour pace as you learn to use your skills within the environment. Depending on conditions that may mean experience with wind and chop, following seas, weather cocking, and certainly, practice of your kayak roll and forward stroke.
This class will focus on improving already existing skills by using the environment to create teachable moments.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Skills Challenge | | Prerequisites: | Solid core skills |
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Wind, Waves and Surf
Gain an understanding what causes surf conditions and how they affect our paddling, launching, landing and time on the water. We will focus on understanding waves and coastal conditions, communication and paddling formations to best handle conditions, and the paddling skills needed to be successful when waves get bigger. A roll is not needed but we do require the completion of Boat Control 1 and 2, solid rescue skills and a desire for new adventures.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Skills Challenge | | Prerequisites: | Solid basic skills and proficiency with rescues |
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A Perfect Fit : Outfitting Your Boat
The key to boat control is a solid connection between the paddler and the kayak. There is a big the difference between merely sitting in the cockpit and wearing your boat. The best way to get this perfect fit is to outfit your kayak yourself.
In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to customize your kayak for precise fit. We’ll select one participant’s boat to work on together and learn how to measure, cut and attach foam padding at key locations. You’ll leave with the knowledge to custom fit your own boat for increased performance.
Participants may have the opportunity to work on their personal boats if time permits. Materials will be available for an additional fee.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Open to All |
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Boat Maintenance Workshop
Kayaks and associated gear require regular maintenance just like other vehicles in our lives. Join Jon, self-professed lover of longevity, to learn his tips and tricks at prolonging your kayaking investment. We’ll cover prevention of common wear, how to spot serious problem, and what we can do at home and on the water to keep everything in tip-top shape.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Open to All |
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Sister Islands Skill Builder Tour
Sister Islands is an historic gull and tern nesting area consisting of two low, gravel islands and is one of the most important gulleries in Green Bay. We’ll launch just north of the town of Sister Bay for our paddle out to this Wisconsin State Natural Area. We can expect to see (and hear and smell!) large numbers of gulls, terns and other birds.
Along the way you'll develop your skills as you learn to deal with real paddling situations. You'll practice navigation, rescues, boat trim, working with wind, and more. And as in real life, you never know just what may happen!
Because this a state protected area, this tour is entirely on-water; there is no land stop permitted on the islands. ~6-8 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basis strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Horseshoe Island Skill Builder Tour
Enjoy the striking beauty of the bold white cliffs and cobble beaches of Peninsula Park as we paddle through Nicolet Bay to Eagle Bluff. We'll cross to explore Horseshoe Island, then head back to the mainland.
Along the way you'll develop your skills as you learn to deal with real paddling situations. You'll practice navigation, rescues, boat trim, working with wind, and more. And as in real life, you never know just what may happen!
A Wisconsin State Park sticker is required for vehicle entry to the launch. ~8-10 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Tip of the Door: Garrett-Rowleys Bay
We'll begin at Garrett Bay and paddle the Tip of the Door, all the way home to Symposium Headquarters at Rowleys Bay. Along the way we'll pass bluffs, sea caves, beaches and views of many islands. This trip covers ~ 14 miles.
This all-day adventure is designed for the Intermediate to Advanced paddler who wants to refine skills in a real world environment. While underway, we'll incorporate rescue scenarios, towing skills, boat control and more. If you're interested in BCU 3 Star Assessment in the future, this class will help you prepare.
Please pre-order a box lunch when you get to the symposium or plan to pack a lunch - we will not return to the symposium site for our lunch break.
Please note that this is an all day class - register for both the morning and afternoon segments.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Advanced Tour | | Prerequisites: | Experienced paddlers, comfortable paddling 3-4 miles/hour in rough water conditions. |
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Europe & Newport Bays
Enjoy a few hours of paddling past pristine sand beaches and as you smell the sweet cedar forests along the shoreline. Join us for an introduction to paddling on Lake Michigan. We'll start and end at Europe Bay as we travel 4-5 miles at a relaxed pace.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Beginner Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Garrett Bay
Enjoy scenic Garrett Bay with its rocky shoreline, sunken ship and clear waters. We'll explore the bay from the Door Bluff Headlands to Gills Rock, traveling along the shoreline and venturing out if winds permit. We'll travel at a relaxed pace and cover 4-5 miles in this introduction to paddling on Lake Michigan
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Beginner Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Garrett Bay to Ellison Bay
We’ll paddle from Garrett Bay, past the bluffs at Door Bluffs Headlands County Park and into Ellison Bay, then return. You may have a chance to try your hand at larger waves and stronger winds along the Green Bay shore. This tour is entirely on-water; there is no land stop planned. ~ 8-10 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Moonlight Bay & Cana Island Light
Explore the pristine shoreline of Toft Point Nature Conservancy, one of the largest remaining tracts of undeveloped Lake Michigan shoreline in Wisconsin. We'll then cross the bay to the Cana Island Light where we'll take a short land break to enjoy historic piece of maritime history. Moonlight Bay can get quite choppy so we have changed this to an Intermediate Tour. We'll travel 5-6 miles.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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North Bay to Cana Island
Paddling from North Bay to Cana Island, you follow a biologically rich and diverse shoreline. Important to migratory shorebirds and waterfowl, the bedrock shelves and wetlands are also home to many rare plants. We'll continue to the Cana Island Light where we'll take a short land break to enjoy historic piece of maritime history. ~ 8-10 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Horseshoe Island
Enjoy the striking beauty of the bold white cliffs and cobble beaches of Peninsula Park as we paddle through Nicolet Bay to Eagle Bluff. We'll cross to explore Horseshoe Island, then head back to the mainland. A Wisconsin State Park sticker is required for vehicle entry to the launch. ~8-10 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Sister Islands
Sister Islands is an historic gull and tern nesting area consisting of two low, gravel islands and is one of the most important gulleries in Green Bay. We’ll launch just north of the town of Sister Bay for our paddle out to this Wisconsin State Natural Area. We can expect to see (and hear and smell!) large numbers of gulls, terns and other birds. Because this a state protected area, this tour is entirely on-water; there is no land stop permitted on the islands. ~6-8 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Strawberry Islands
We'll leave from Tennison Bay in Peninsula State Park and head out to explore the Strawberry Islands, a series of small privately held islands off-shore of Peninsula Park.
This tour is entirely on-water; there is no land stop planned. A Wisconsin State Park sticker will be required for vehicle entry to the launch. ~8-10 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Northport to Plumb & Pilot Islands
We'll launch from Northport and head out to explore the reefs and waters surrounding Plumb and Pilot Islands. We'll circumnavigate Plumb Island, a pretty island with low cliffs and lighthouse. Weather and time permitting, we'll then head to Pilot Island before returning to Northport. This tour is entirely on-water; there is no land stop permitted on either island. ~8-10 miles round trip.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Whitefish Dunes & Cave Point
Spend a day along the shores of Whitefish Dunes State Parkand Cave Point County Park. Whitefish Dunes is well known for it's sandy beaches and backdrop of dunes, while Cave Point features wave-worn limestone ledges and underwater caves. Both are spectacular from the cockpit of a kayak.
We'll travel to our put in, then paddle for an hour or so before stopping for lunch on a sandy beach. After lunch we'll paddle to the caves and enjoy the open vistas of Lake Michigan. This will be a relaxed pace trip with about 4 hours on the water covering 6-8 miles.
Please pre-order a box lunch when you get to the symposium or plan to pack a lunch - we will not return to the symposium site for our lunch break.
Please note that this is an all day class - register for both the morning and afternoon segments on the day you take this tour.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Intermediate Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Tennison Bay to Chambers Island
We'll leave from Tennison Bay in Peninsula State Park and cross 6-7 miles of open water to Chambers Island. We'll enjoy the open water of Green Bay before stopping for lunch on a sandy beach. Weather permitting, we may stop at the lighthouse or circumvate the island before returning to Tennsion Bay. ~12-15 miles round trip.
Please pre-order a box lunch when you get to the symposium or plan to pack a lunch - we will not return to the symposium site for our lunch break.
Please note that this is an all day class - register for both the morning and afternoon segments on the day you take this tour.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Advanced Tour | | Prerequisites: | Experienced paddlers, comfortable paddling 3-4 miles/hour in potentially rough open water conditions. |
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Porte des Morts Open Water Passage
Porte des Morts Passage, or Death's Door, is a crossing not to be taken lightly. Currents flowing from Green Bay into Lake Michigan can be strong and unpredictable. We'll begin at Northport Ferrty landing and cross to Detroit Harbor, with a visit to Detroit Island on one leg of the trip. For the experienced paddler, this 14 mile round trip crossing is an exciting adventure.
Please pre-order a box lunch when you get to the symposium or plan to pack a lunch - we will not return to the symposium site for our lunch break.
Please note that this is an all day class - register for both the morning and afternoon segments on the day you take this tour.
| Ages: | 16 and older | | Skill Level: | Advanced Tour | | Prerequisites: | Experienced paddlers, comfortable paddling 3-4 miles/hour in rough water conditions |
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Mink River
Paddle through the Mink River estuary, a premier site for birds and wildlife. A relaxed and easy paddle, these tours are a great opportunity to enjoy the rich variety of life in the estuary.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Introductory Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Naturalist Tour - Mink River
Join a naturalist from The Door County Land Trust as you explore the wonder of the Mink River estuary. Paddle along marshy shorelines and discover why this is such a premier site for birds and other wildlife. Learn more about efforts to preserve and protect this valuable resource.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Introductory Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Naturalist Tour - Kangaroo Lake
Join a naturalist from The Door County Land Trust to experience about the unique natural history of Kangaroo Lake. Paddle along marshy and limestone shorelines and discover the diversity of wildlife that relies on these waters and shores. Learn more about efforts to preserve and protest this valuable resource. A short hike may be included on this naturalist led outing.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Introductory Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Europe & Newport Bays Relaxed Pace
Enjoy a few hours of paddling past pristine sand beaches and as you smell the sweet cedar forests along the shoreline. Join us for an introduction to paddling on Lake Michigan. We'll start and end at Europe Bay as we travel at a relaxed pace.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Beginner Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Rowleys Bay to Sand Bay Relaxed Pace
Begin your tour at the symposium site and experience Lake Michigan at it’s finest. We’ll paddle along scenic shorelines for a few miles at a relaxed pace as you get acquainted with paddling on larger water.
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Beginner Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Garrett Bay Relaxed Pace
Enjoy scenic Garrett Bay with its rocky shoreline, sunken ship and clear waters. We'll explore the bay from the Door Bluff Headlands to Gills Rock, traveling along the shoreline and venturing out if winds permit. We'll travel at a relaxed pace in this introduction to paddling on Lake Michigan
| Ages: | all ages | | Skill Level: | Beginner Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basic strokes, wet exit and rescue |
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Kids Go Kayaking 1/Refresher
Begin your kayaking journey learning about launching and landing, basic strokes and safety. Plus we'll play some awesome games. This can also can serve as a refresher for kids who attending a past symposium.
| Ages: | youth ages 8-11 | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills |
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Kids Go Kayaking 2/Refresher
Continue the fun as we learn the wet exit and a few more advanced strokes. We'll take a short paddle tour up the Mink River to practice our skills. This can also can serve as a refresher for kids who attending a past symposium.
| Ages: | youth ages 8-11 | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills | | Prerequisites: | Kids Go Kayaking 1 |
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Teen Kayak 1/Refresher
For a fun introduction to the world of kayaking, try our kayak series for teens. In this first class you’ll learn the fundamentals of safe paddling including launching, landing and basic strokes. This can also can serve as a refresher for teens who attending a past symposium.
| Ages: | youth ages 12-15 | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills |
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Teen Kayak 2/Refresher
Learn the wet exit and a few more advanced strokes. We'll take a short paddle tour around Rowleys Bay. This can also can serve as a refresher for teens who attending a past symposium.
| Ages: | youth ages 12-15 | | Skill Level: | Beginner Skills | | Prerequisites: | Teen Kayak Adventure 1 |
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Youth Beyond Basic Skills
You know the basic strokes to get you where you want to go. Now it’s time to refine those strokes and be introduced to additional skills such as draws, j-leans, and braces.
| Ages: | youth ages 8-15 | | Skill Level: | Basic Skills | | Prerequisites: | Kids Go Kayaking 1 & 2 or Teen Kayak 1 & 2 |
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Europe Bay Youth Paddle Tour
Just for the kids, this tour will head out into Europe Bay for an interroduction to paddling on Lake Michigan. You'll explore the rocky shore and pristine sandy beaches. We'll paddle 3-4 miles at a relaxed pace.
| Ages: | youth ages 8-15 | | Skill Level: | Beginner Tour | | Prerequisites: | Ability to demonstrate basci skills, wet exit and rescue |
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Getting Started
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