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FOR ADVICE ON GETTING SIT-ON-TOP KAYAK LESSONS SEE:
Getting The Paddlesports Education You Need: How To Find Sit-on-top Kayak Lessons

*In New England - Tom's Kayak Lesson Schedule*
Calendar of Events - 2008

Submit Your Event Here
CALL AHEAD to confirm the event, check if there is a fee,
and that it will be suitable to your needs.
August 2008

NOTE: The events on this calendar should be of interest to sit-on-top paddlers. They will include sit-in-side kayaks as well. Most of these events are "demo days" where you will be able to try a variety of kayaks. Some of these events will have an educational aspect. If you know of an event that is noteworthy to sit-on-top paddlers let us know. If you are a shop or school currently providing sit-on-top kayak instruction, let us know. CALL AHEAD to confirm the event, check if there is a fee, and that it will be suitable to your needs. California Kayak Friends Has a wonderful list of ongoing events for instruction & fun for kayakers open to both SOT's and closed deck boats. http://www.ckf.org
TEXAS: Artist Boat offers several kayak trip opportunities that include hands-on outdoor environmental & arts enrichment activities. Paddling & safety instruction is included on all trips. Call for more information or to reserve your trip by phone at (409) 770-0722 or by e-mail at info@artistboat.org. Visit website at http://www.artistboat.org.
August 3 & 10 (Sundays) - Marina del Rey, California
Kayaks 4 Kids Summer 2008 Classes - Classes are FREE, but Pre Registration is required. Kayaks 4 Kids is a non-profit Youth Water Sports program endeavoring to improve health and well being through participation in water (paddle) sports. We offer a fun, healthy and challenging physical fitness experience for youngsters age 7 to 17 and their families through learning the art of kayaking.

All equipment is provided - Location:
Mother's Beach at Marina del Rey Lagoon (Palawan Avenue & Admiralty Way; Next to Casa Escobar Restaurant)

Introduction to Kayaking: Each 3-hour workshop will cover:

· Basic fundamentals of sit-on-top kayaking
· Introduction to recreational boating, beach and water safety
· Rules of navigation and boating courtesy
· Paddling techniques, strokes and capsize recovery
· Proper safety gear and equipment care

Equipment used: A variety of ocean-rated Kayaks with adjustable seats - designed for youthful boaters. U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets and paddles.

August 23 - New Hampshire
Kayak Lesson & Tour with Tom Holtey - Free
Holderness, NH Squam Lake
Wonalancet Outdoor Club & TopKayaker.Net
Call 877-893-1726 for details.
September 2008

Sept 7 & 14 (Sundays) - Marina del Rey, California
Kayaks 4 Kids Summer 2008 Classes - Classes are FREE, but Pre Registration is required. Kayaks 4 Kids is a non-profit Youth Water Sports program endeavoring to improve health and well being through participation in water (paddle) sports. We offer a fun, healthy and challenging physical fitness experience for youngsters age 7 to 17 and their families through learning the art of kayaking.

All equipment is provided - Location:
Mother's Beach at Marina del Rey Lagoon (Palawan Avenue & Admiralty Way; Next to Casa Escobar Restaurant)

Introduction to Kayaking: Each 3-hour workshop will cover:

· Basic fundamentals of sit-on-top kayaking
· Introduction to recreational boating, beach and water safety
· Rules of navigation and boating courtesy
· Paddling techniques, strokes and capsize recovery
· Proper safety gear and equipment care

Equipment used: A variety of ocean-rated Kayaks with adjustable seats - designed for youthful boaters. U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets and paddles.

September 5-7 - New Jersey
Northeast Canoe & Kayak Symposium (NECKS)
The first ever Northeast Canoe & Kayak Symposium!!!
Spruce Run Recreation Area, Clinton, New Jersey
Sponsored by the Trade Association of Paddlesports (TAPS)
http://www.gopaddle.org/about_taps/contact_us/contact_us.php

If you know of sit-on-top kayak events in your area please email us & we will post them.
We also appreciate a link on your club or shop site.

DEALERS: You can list your on & off water events here. Click here to inquire.

Your local kayak shop may be holding demo days not listed here. Demo days are the best way to try out a kayak before you buy. Give your local shop a call for information on their planned events this winter season.

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