This is a great program for kids who love to be in the outdoors! They will be introduced to sit on top kayaks where they will learn the basic kayak strokes and the importance of safety on the water. The canoe will also be introduced and we will talk about and demonstrate "canoe over canoe" with the participants. There will be many on and off-water games incorporated throughout the course to keep things fun while reinforcing the new skills they've learned. Kirk Lake offers great opportunities for learning about wildlife, especially our resident beaver!
This program is perfect for families! Our adult programs run simultaneously so parents and children can all be on the water together.
This course is for ages 5-7 and will be led by an NCCP certified instructor. The goal ultimate goal is to have fun!
Cost: $125.00
Kids Weekly Camps
This camp is a week long introduction to the basics of flatwater canoe & kayak. Participants will learn boat control skills as well as water safety including how to tip, turn and tow their boat to shore or a safety boat. The canoe will also be introduced and all participants will learn and demonstrate "canoe over canoe." Basic skills in the boat will be taught through several fun games and drills such as Red light, Green light. Chase the Rabbit and Relays.
Equipment Required: Towel, Sun block, Hat and Water bottle. All other equipment is provided.
This camp is for ages 9-14 and will be instructed by NCCP certified instructors.
Cost: $110.00
Intro to Sprint Canoe/Kayak
This is a two week camp focussing on the basics of sprint kayak and canoe. All participants will be introduced to the sprint canoe & kayak and have the opportunity to try singles and crew boats. Participants will learn boat control skills as well as water safety including how to tip, turn and tow their boat to shore or a safety boat. Skills will be reinforced through many fun on and off-water games such as Shark Attack, Relays and Scavenger Hunts!
At the end of the camp the participants will travel to Calgary to participate in the Calgary invitational Regatta! Racing shirts will be provided to all participants of the camp.
Equipment Required: Towel, Sun block, Hat and Water bottle. All other equipment is provided.
This camp is for ages 9-14 and will be instructed by NCCP certified instructors.
