Whitewater Kayaking Weekend
Beginner Instruction
Overview
This early spring class is for those whitewater kayakers looking to take their skills to the next level before the snow starts to melt. Although during a colder time of the year, this course provides a great opportunity to get your paddle wet and tailor the learning experience around your goals and expectations on class I-II whitewater. Perfect after some pool classes or full day lessons, this weekend of whitewater readies you for more intermediate and advanced class all year round.
Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location
Mill City
Ages
18+ with exceptions
Cost
$125 per day
4 to 1
Student-Instructor Ratio; ACA, First Aid, CPR Certified instructors
Santiam River
Just An hour outside of Portland. Other course locations are available.
Gear Includes
boat, wetsuit/bootie/paddle jacket/helmet/pfd package
Lodging
Available sleeping space inside our Mill City shop
More Info
Please note, this course will based out of our Mill City location unless otherwise noted. When attending this trip, please bring two pairs of river clothes, dry land and sleeping clothes, water bottle (1 Liter), sunscreen, and money for food. Additional details will be relayed via phone call; all personal information will be kept confidential and solely be used to properly fit equipment. Please contact us via phone (503) 772 – 1122 or email if you have any questions.
Where
The trip begins and ends at our whitewater center just an hour outside of Portland (115 NE Wall Street, Mill City OR 97360) next to the scenic Santiam River.
Fun for all ages
We do offer tandem kayaks for a child to partner with an adult. Call eNRG Kayaking for accomodations regarding age, dependent on prior experiences.
- eNRG Kayaking’s number one goals is to minimize risk on our trips. For this reason, eNRG Kayaking reserves the right to postpone trips due to flooding river conditions or inclement weather (high winds & lightning). We appreciate your understanding when Mother Nature decides not to cooperate with our schedule. eNRG Kayaking reserves the right to reschedule a trip due to low enrollment in a course.