Beginner, Women’s, Intermediate, Eskimo Roll, and Navigation Kayaking Lessons   Purchase this lesson

Length: 3 hours
Covered: Kayak design, form and function, what kind of kayak is right for you? Safety gear, moving and controlling your kayak, how to paddle efficiently, entering and exiting the kayak from shore and in the water  basic strokes(forward, sweep, reverse, draw), edging, j-lean,
Cost: $60
All kayaking equipment included or you may bring your own

Location: Big Hickory Island, along the Great Calusa Blueway   Link to Map
Dates: Custom, contact us to schedule  Groups of 2 or more!
No previous experience included

Women’s Kayaking Course

Length: 3 hours

Cost $60
We offer beginner, Intermediate, advanced and eskimo roll class in addition to greenland paddling skills!
All kayaking equipment included or you may bring your own
No previous experience included

Location: Big Hickory Island, along the Great Calusa Blueway Link to Map
Dates: Custom, contact us to schedule Groups of 2 or more!

Navigation

Length: 4 hours
Cost: $80
How to use chart and compass to plot your route Part of this course is on land, part on water  All kayaking equipment provided
Previous kayaking experience is required.  You should be able to paddle for at least 2 hours at 3 knots per hour  in moderate wind

Location: Everglades National Park- Meet at Gulf Coast Ranger Station in Everglades City  815 Oyster Bar Lane

Link to Map
Dates: Custom, contact us to schedule Groups of 2 or more!