Kayak Camp

Learn kayaking in a fun environment. This program is developed for learning kayaking, as well as these lifelong skills;

safety practice
communications
leadership skills
practical knots
weather elements
working in a team environment

The backdrop is a world-class scenery of San Francisco waterfront. The fun times they have will become a life-long memory. Also, they will be surrounded by fun loving people who enjoy kayaking and adore this beautiful waterfront.

Location

Check out the satelite image of South Beach Harbor in San Francisco. You can see kayaks and kayakers.

McCovey Cove and Mission Creek provide plenty of space for flat water paddling.

Program Topics

Kayaking Skills

Basic kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding
Seakayaking skills with rudder
Re-entries & Rescues

Advanced paddling techniques

Marine Seamanship

Weather, tides, currents, wind
Knots, boating rules, and regulations
Safety on the water

Marine Wildlife

Environment Ecosystem
Marine mamals and fish in the bay: sea lions, seals, whales, bat rays
Migatory and resident birds: pelicans, canadian geese, peregrine falcons

Healthy Lifestyle

Diet
Avoiding injury
Staying fit

Activities

Easy paddle to Mission Creek, McCovey Cove and Giants game.

Aquarium of the Bay to view underwater marine wildlife.

Pier 39 Sea lion habitat to watch sea lion's social activities.

There will be 3-4 trips to various destinations based on conditions and paddlers' ability. Some of which are; Bay Bridge, Cupid's Arrow, Lefty O'Doul Drawbridge.

(Optional) overnight family kayak trip to Fort Mason Youth Hostel.

 

Age & Qualifications

Youth between the age of 8 and 18 can join the program. Different activities and lessons will be given based on age and skill set.

No previous kayaking experience is required.
Swimming ability is recommended, but not required. Life jacket is worn at all times near the water.

 

Cost

$349 per week if registered by March 27, Saturday
$399 per week afterwards

Includes: instructions, all gear use, lunch, snacks
Gear list: seatouring kayak, canoe, standup paddle board, wetsuit, life jacket, paddle

$89 drop-in per day
$69 additional for overnight trip (includes dinner and breakfast)

 

2010 Dates & Hours

June 14- June 18
June 28- July 2

July 12- July 16
July 26- July 30

August 9- August 13

Mondays through Fridays, 9am–4pm
Extended hours 8:30am-6pm

Free Sampler Days

Try kayaking for free with your family on Sunday Streets days.

See details

 

Register

Please send us the following information, so we can match best dates for you. You can also fax in the registration form.

Please enter your name

Your email and phone number.

Desired dates (list secondary dates too)

Participant age, height, weight, and experience level

(if any) Special request

 

 

 

Cancellation or Changes

7 day policy- you may cancel or change 7 days before and receive 100% refund. You will be charged a processing fee after the date based on severity of change (typically 20% per day). You will lose 100% value 2 days before the program begins.

 

Recommended Things to Bring

Change of clothes, extra shoes, bottled water.

Additional items to consider: sunglasses with leash, sunblock, moisture wicking layer, hat, towel.

Lunch and snacks are provided daily. Lunch is ordered daily for each individual from the Cross Roads. Snacks include fruits, natural juice, and sparking water.

Online Photo Album

Photos are uploaded to the Flickr, online photo sharing website where you can view and download photos free of charge.

 

Kayak Selections

We offer single kayaks, doubles, canoes, and stand up paddle boards. Our kayak selections range from stable sit-on-top kayaks to fast seatouring kayaks. We carry most popular models from Ocean Kayak, Old Town, and Necky that are suitable for navigating large lakes, bay, and sea.

Everyone will try various kayaks, paddles, and other gear to experience the differences in performance and benefits from each.