Intro to White Water Kayaking

Join us as we navigate the whitewaters of the Texas Hill Country! This course is designed to introduce basic fundamental skills needed for whitewater kayaking. Topics introduced include the kayak roll, boat control, and basic river running skills.  Although designed as a first time experience, intermediate kayakers are also welcome to hone their existing skills and learn new ones.  This class is recommended prior to the intermediate whitewater kayaking trip

 

 

Trip Registration Info

Trip Dates:
March 30 - April 1

Early Registration Deadline:
March 14

Early Trip Cost:
$165.00

Late Registration Deadline:
March 21

Late Trip Cost:
$180.00

Trip Specifics

Location:
San Marcos, TX

Activity:
Whitewater Kayaking

Learning Goals:
Kayaking basics such as paddling strokes, wet-exits, T-Rescue, rolling, catching eddies, and ferrying; aspects of Leave No Trace environmental ethics

Prior Experience:
None

Trip Requirements

Three pool sessions (March 22, 27, 29)

Physical/Mental Challenge:
Moderate. Much of the challenge comes from learning how to relax and be comfortable in the boat.

Included with Trip Registration

  • All necessary equipment such as kayaks, paddles, life jackets, tents, sleeping bags, etc
  • Transportation
  • Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
  • Lunch on Saturday and Sunday
  • Dinner on Saturday

What Will You Need?

All regular items from the OPC trip pack list plus:

  • Shoes for wearing in the water