Youth Adventures

 

Kids' Paddle Camp
New for 2013:
Kayak and Paddleboard

 

   
Looking for a unique experience and learning opportunity for your children this summer?
The Outfitter's Kids' Paddle Camp is a great way for youth to be out on the water learning a lifelong skill!
Our focus is on big fun and paddling skills in a positive learning environment.

Kids' Paddle Camp Info Flyer

4-Day Sessions
Kids Ages 9-12 years

Get Out and Explore Local Waters

- Experience the joy of being on the water
- Learn to kayak and stand-up paddleboard

Develop Skills to be a Lifelong Paddler:
- Paddle strokes, wet exits and rescues

- Boater safety and group travel

- Kayak games and teamwork

 

Schedule
9:30am - Noon
4-day sessions (Mon-Tues-Wed-Thurs) begin June 24 and run every week through August 15.
Register for one or more sessions throughout the summer.  Or drop-in for one-day-only as your schedule permits.
For kids ages 9-12 years.

Session 1:  June 24 - June 27 *
Session 2:  July 8 - July 11
Session 3:  July 15 - July 18
Session 4:  July 22 - July 25
Session 5:  July 29 - August 1
Session 6:  August 5 - August 8
Session 7:  August 12 - August 15 *


* Reduced rate for Harbor Springs students


Must register by Saturday at noon for next week's session. 
Note: Session will be cancelled if there are less than four children registered. 
Note:No camp during week of July 4 due to increased boat traffic in the harbor.

Drop-in for a single day to fit your schedule (see rates below).


Location

Days 1,2 and 3: (Mon-Tues-Wed):  Meet at Josephine Ford Park kayak launch, Bay Street in Harbor Springs

Day 4 (Thurs):  Meet at Round Lake on Powell Road

Cost
All instruction and equipment provided (kayak, stand-up paddlbeboard, paddle, lifejacket)
$120 for 4-day session; subsequent sessions for $110
* Reduced rate for Harbor Springs students Sessions 1 and 7: $80
Drop-in rate for single day: $40

Personal Gear
For your child's comfort and safety, you are responsible for bringing the following:
water bottle, snack bar, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, t-shirt, shorts, jacket/fleece, sun hat, sandals/water shoes/tennis shoes (No flip flops)

 

Registration
Pre-registration required.  Must register by Saturday at noon for next week's session. Space is limited.
Please stop in or call us at 231.526.2621.

Directions
To Jo Ford Park: Head east on Main Street/Third Street to Judd St.  Turn right towards harbor and go to Bay St. Turn left on Bay St and then right into Jo Ford Park parking lot.  Camp will meet in grassy area by the water.

To Round Lake: Take M-119 towards Petoskey. Pass airport on right side and Northern Lights bowling alley on left side. Turn left on Powell Rd and go for .7 miles to public boat launch on right. If you see Mishe Mokwa Dr., you went too far.

 
 

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