Perseid Meteor Shower:
The legendary Perseid meteor shower will peak in the next few days.
It’s expected to display the greatest number of meteors Sunday
morning (August 12), late Sunday night and Monday morning (August
13) before dawn. But you’ll see some Perseids Saturday (August 11)
before dawn, too.
More Perseid Shower Info from Earth & Sky:
Click Here
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| Monday 1/1 |
New Years Day On The Oswego River: Ring in the New Year with the Outdoor Club of
South Jersey. Meet at 10AM at Lake Oswego and paddle one of the most
beautiful Pineland streams. Tailgate picnic after the paddle - bring
something to share! Info, registration: Contact trip leaders George & Leona
F at 609-259-3734 or
leona@pineypaddlers.com . |
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| Sunday 1/7 |
Rolling Clinic, part one: In the comfort of the Burlington County College
(Pemberton) heated pool, you will learn the dynamics of kayak rolling.
This is a comprehensive two part
instructive session that will give you a strong background for building
successful rolling skills.
Rolling your kayak is
amazingly easy and great fun. This two part class runs from
9 AM - 12 Noon. More info click here. |
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| Sunday 1/14 |
Open Pool Session:
Join us 9AM - Noon at
Burlington County College (Pemberton, NJ) in
the comfort of a heated indoor pool for open pool sessions. Practice on your own, or work with an ACA certified instructor.
Develop your paddling skills, learn to roll,
practice rolling. More info, click
here. |
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| Sunday 1/21 |
Rolling Clinic, part two: In the comfort of the Burlington County College
(Pemberton) heated pool, you will learn the dynamics of kayak rolling.
This is a comprehensive two part
instructive session that will give you a strong background for building
successful rolling skills.
Rolling your kayak is
amazingly easy and great fun. This two part class runs from
9 AM - 12 Noon. More info click here.
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| Sunday 1/28 |
Open Pool Session:
Join us 9AM - Noon at
Burlington County College (Pemberton, NJ) in
the comfort of a heated indoor pool for open pool sessions. Practice on your own, or work with an ACA certified instructor.
Develop your paddling skills, learn to roll,
practice rolling. More info, click
here. |
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| Sunday 2/4 |
Rolling Clinic, part one: In the comfort of the Burlington County College
(Pemberton) heated pool, you will learn the dynamics of kayak rolling.
This is a comprehensive two part
instructive session that will give you a strong background for building
successful rolling skills.
Rolling your kayak is
amazingly easy and great fun. This two part class runs from
9 AM - 12 Noon. More info click here.
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| Sunday 2/11 |
Open Pool Session:
Join us 9AM - Noon at
Burlington County College (Pemberton, NJ) in
the comfort of a heated indoor pool for open pool sessions. Practice on your own, or work with an ACA certified instructor.
Develop your paddling skills, learn to roll,
practice rolling. More info, click
here |
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| Sunday 2/18 |
Rolling Clinic, part two: In the comfort of the Burlington County College
(Pemberton) heated pool, you will learn the dynamics of kayak rolling.
This is a comprehensive two part
instructive session that will give you a strong background for building
successful rolling skills.
Rolling your kayak is
amazingly easy and great fun. This two part class runs from
9 AM - 12 Noon. More info click here.
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| Sunday 2/25 |
Open Pool Session:
Join us 9AM - Noon at
Burlington County College (Pemberton, NJ) in
the comfort of a heated indoor pool for open pool sessions. Practice on your own, or work with an ACA certified instructor.
Develop your paddling skills, learn to roll,
practice rolling. More info, click
here |
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| Saturday 3/3 |
Total Eclipse Of The Moon Paddle:
This is the only opportunity this year to view a total lunar eclipse from
the East coast...so don't miss it! Timing is almost perfect. Sunset is 5:53 EST; Moon rise is 5:47. The eclipse will already have started at that time. Totality will last until 6:58. Time of maximum eclipse is 6:20. The moon will leave the umbra at 8:11. This is an early occurrence...which will allow us to get in a very easy observance paddle/float and still return at a reasonable hour. Anticipated launch site is the tiny sandy beach at Jeffers Landing at about 5:20 PM. Parking is across the street in/along the reeds. Remember this is private property that we enjoy using. NO loud noise; quiet courtesy is essential. Paddle destination will be the open area of tidal portion of The Great Egg Harbor River just north and east of the launch site, an easy paddle with plenty of space to drift while observing. Dress accordingly-the water is still very cold at this time. Let us know if you plan to join us. More info / registration: info@paddleshack.com . Read my article on our last total lunar eclipse paddle. |
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| Sunday 3/11 |
Open Pool Session:
Join us 9AM - Noon at
Burlington County College (Pemberton, NJ) in
the comfort of a heated indoor pool for open pool sessions. Practice on your own, or work with an ACA certified instructor.
Develop your paddling skills, learn to roll,
practice rolling. More info, click
here |
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| Sunday 3/25 |
Open Pool Session:
This is our last session of our winter open
pool series. Join us 9AM - Noon at
Burlington County College (Pemberton, NJ) in
the comfort of a heated indoor pool for open pool sessions. Practice on your own, or work with an ACA certified instructor.
Develop your paddling skills, learn to roll,
practice rolling. More info, click
here |
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| Friday 3/30 |
Paddle Shack PaddleSports Spring Sale & Preview: March 30 thru April 8.
See what is new at the Shack for 2007. Lowest prices of the year on all
kayaks & canoes. Save big on all paddling accessories with a minimum of 15%
off. All wetsuits are 20% off. To many specials to list. |
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| Thru 4/8 |
Paddle Shack PaddleSports Spring Sale & Preview: March 30 thru April 8.
See what is new at the Shack for 2007. Lowest prices of the year on all
kayaks & canoes. Save big on all paddling accessories with a minimum of 15%
off. All wetsuits are 20% off. To many specials to list. |
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| Tuesday 4/10 & Wednesday 4/11 |
INTRO KAYAK CLASS At BCC:
Two 3 hour sessions designed to introduce basic
paddling skills, proper techniques for paddling strokes and self and
assisted rescues. Instruction furnished by the Paddle Shack. Bring your boat
and gear or rent boats/gear. Class fee is $79. Add $20 if you need to rent
boat and gear. Registration is through Burlington County College.
For more information and to register contact Burlington County College at
(609) 894-4900 and mention code CFP320-40 (your own boat/gear) or code
CFP320-41(boat/gear rented). |
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| Thursday 4/12 & Friday 4/13 |
ROLLING CLINIC At BCC: Two 3 hour sessions designed to introduce basic skills and relaxed thought process leading to rolling fun. Wet exits, rescues, proper techniques for sweep stroke roll. Bring your boat and gear or rent boats/gear. Class fee is $79. Add $20 if you need to rent boat and gear. Registration is through Burlington County College. For more information and to register contact Burlington County College at (609) 894-4900 and mention code CFP318-40 (your own boat/gear) or code CFP318-41(boat/gear rented). Contact the Paddle Shack to reserve rental equipment. | ||
| Wednesday 5/2 |
Sunset/Full Moon Paddle: |
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| Saturday 5/5 |
Paddle the Wading River: From Hawkins Bridge
to Beaver Branch...approx 9 miles...good trip for novice paddlers. Lunch
at Godfrey Bridge. OCSJ Event. Contact trip leaders to confirm
participation. Info,
registration; contact trip leaders George & Leona F at 609-259-3734 or
leona@pineypaddlers.com . |
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| Sunday 5/6 |
Canoe & Kayak skills refresher on Lake
Oswego. OCSJ Event. New & beginner paddlers are welcome.
Knowledge paddlers from OCNJ and ACA certified instructors will share
information about equipment, safety practices, paddling techniques, etc.
Contact trip leaders George & Leona F 609-259-3734 or
Leona@pineypaddlers.com to
confirm your participation. |
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| Saturday 5/12 |
American Red Cross Water Safety And Rescue
Course. Tentatively scheduled at Camp Inawendiwin in Tabernacle Twp, NJ.
Limited to 15 participants. Details: Contact Kathleen Pearce at
bakerkp1@verizon.net |
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| Wednesday 5/30 |
Sunset Salt Marsh Full Moon Paddle:
Sunset 8:15, moon rise 7:30. Launch 6:30 from Jeffers Landing into the open
tidal area of the Great Egg Harbor River. Anticipate heading up-river into
the setting Sun, returning down river with the rising moon. PFD's,
flashlights required. Recommend sit in yaks 12' and longer. The salt marsh
and tidal river are mystifying at sunset and very disorienting at
night...Plan to stay with the group. The water is still cold...Dress
accordingly! Registration/Details contact Shack George (info@paddleshack.com). |
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| Wednesday 6/20 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape Kick-Off Paddle:
5:30 PM Join us to start our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com .
Refreshments/snacks will be served (self service). |
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| Wednesday 6/27 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com .
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| Saturday 6/30 |
Fireworks & Full Moon Paddle:
Assemble at Gaskill Park, Rte 40 Mays Landing (center floating dock) about
7:15 PM. We can enjoy a brief paddle down river, then return to the head of
the tidal portion of the river, just below the damn to watch the fireworks
(about 9PM), then enjoy a leisurely paddle down river to the sight of the
rising full moon. Info
contact George at
info@paddleshack.com , or call
609-909-5250 . |
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| Wednesday 7/4 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com .
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| Saturday 7/7 |
Millville Chilli Cookoff & Kayak Races:
from 11am-8pm), is
featuring a kayak and canoe regatta for water enthusiasts who want to
compete in the 10 races with prizes and trophies for four divisions: men,
women, seniors and children. There also will be kayaks and canoes for rent
for those who are interested in just enjoying the Wild & Scenic Maurice
River. |
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| Sunday 7/8 |
Introduction to Kayaking:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. What you need to know
to safely get started kayaking, and test paddle boats you are interested
in...all in one highly instructional class. Start with the basic
differences in kayak and paddle design. Proceed to safely enter and exit
your kayak, learn proper techniques for forward, reverse, turning and
sideward movements of your kayak, learn the value of torso rotation.
Pre-registration required.
All students receive Kayaking Basics Handbook. Class fee $60.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Wednesday 7/11 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Wednesday 7/18 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Wednesday 7/25 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Saturday 7/28 |
Sunset / Full Moon Paddle:
Location: Gaskill Park, Mays Landing floating
dock, departure time
7pm., return about 9:30 or 10 pm...or later.
Sunset is about 8:15 pm, moon
rise is about 7:45 pm. High tide is about 10 pm. Plan is to paddle down
river with the sunset, return with the full
moon and the end of the flood tide. Dinner & beverages at the dockside grill
at Sugar Hill Inn upon returning. Joining us?
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Sunday 7/29 |
Sunset / Full Moon Paddle:
Location: Jeffers Landing Beach, departure time
7pm., return about 9:30 or 10 pm...or later.
Sunset is about 8:15 pm, moon
rise is about 8:25 pm. High tide is about 9 pm. Plan is to paddle up
river into the sunset with the last of the flood tide, return into the full
moon with the ebb. Joining us?
Contact the
Shack |
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| Wednesday 8/1 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Saturday 8/4 |
Introduction to Kayaking:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. What you need to know
to safely get started kayaking, and test paddle boats you are interested
in...all in one highly instructional class. Start with the basic
differences in kayak and paddle design. Proceed to safely enter and exit
your kayak, learn proper techniques for forward, reverse, turning and
sideward movements of your kayak, learn the value of torso rotation.
Pre-registration required.
All students receive Kayaking Basics Handbook. Class fee $60.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Monday 8/6 |
Advanced Flat Water Skill Classes; Build upon
Intro to Kayaking or
Basic Flat Water Skills, develop sculling draws,
sideslip, edged turns, self and assisted rescues. Prepares you for safely
paddling lakes, open rivers, tidal waters and bays. Class duration is
three hours. Class fee is $40. Equipment rental ( touring kayak, spray
skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if needed $25. |
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| Wednesday 8/8 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Friday 8/10 |
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| Saturday 8/11 |
Introduction to Kayaking:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. What you need to know
to safely get started kayaking, and test paddle boats you are interested
in...all in one highly instructional class. Start with the basic
differences in kayak and paddle design. Proceed to safely enter and exit
your kayak, learn proper techniques for forward, reverse, turning and
sideward movements of your kayak, learn the value of torso rotation.
Pre-registration required.
All students receive Kayaking Basics Handbook. Class fee $60.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Saturday 8/11 |
Perseid Meteor Shower Paddle:
The legendary Perseid meteor shower will peak in the next few days. Plans
are to paddle from Jeffers Landing (about 7:15) and paddle/float the very
dark sections of the lower tidal Great Egg Harbor River. High tide is about
8:15pm. Sunset is about 8pm. Return about 10:30? Ideally, the best viewing is early morning (after midnight). Never know how productive the show will be. For those who want a great observation point without paddling, the road thru the salt marsh toward English Creek Marina is a great spot to view the sky. Marsh mosquitoes can be a problem. Interested? Contact the Shack to confirm. More Perseid Shower Info from Earth & Sky: Click Here |
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| Sunday 8/12 |
Advanced Flat Water Skill Classes; Build upon
Intro to Kayaking or
Basic Flat Water Skills, develop sculling draws,
sideslip, edged turns, self and assisted rescues. Prepares you for safely
paddling lakes, open rivers, tidal waters and bays. Class duration is
three hours. Class fee is $40. Equipment rental ( touring kayak, spray
skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if needed $25. |
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| Sunday 8/12 |
Perseid Meteor Shower Paddle:
The legendary Perseid meteor shower is expected to display the greatest
number of meteors Sunday morning (August 12), late Sunday night and Monday
morning (August 13) before dawn. Ideally, the best viewing is early morning (after midnight). Never know how productive the show will be. For those who want a great observation point without paddling, the road thru the salt marsh toward English Creek Marina is a great spot to view the sky. Marsh mosquitoes can be a problem. Plans are to paddle from Jeffers Landing (about 7:15) and paddle/float the very dark sections of the lower tidal Great Egg Harbor River. High tide is about 9pm. Sunset is about 8pm. Return about 10:30? Interested? Contact the Shack to confirm. More Perseid Shower Info from Earth & Sky: Click Here |
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| Monday 8/12 |
Advanced Flat Water Skill Classes; Build upon
Intro to Kayaking or
Basic Flat Water Skills, develop sculling draws,
sideslip, edged turns, self and assisted rescues. Prepares you for safely
paddling lakes, open rivers, tidal waters and bays. Class duration is
three hours. Class fee is $40. Equipment rental ( touring kayak, spray
skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if needed $25. |
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| Wednesday 8/15 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Saturday 8/18 |
Introduction to Kayaking:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. What you need to know
to safely get started kayaking, and test paddle boats you are interested
in...all in one highly instructional class. Start with the basic
differences in kayak and paddle design. Proceed to safely enter and exit
your kayak, learn proper techniques for forward, reverse, turning and
sideward movements of your kayak, learn the value of torso rotation.
Pre-registration required.
All students receive Kayaking Basics Handbook. Class fee $60.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Sunday 8/19 |
Advanced Flat Water
Skill Class: Build upon
Intro to Kayaking or
Basic Flat Water Skills, develop sculling draws,
sideslip, edged turns, self and assisted rescues. Prepares you for safely
paddling lakes, open rivers, tidal waters and bays. Class duration is
three hours. Class fee is $40. Equipment rental ( touring kayak, spray
skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if needed $25. |
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| Wednesday 8/22 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Saturday 8/25 |
Basic Flat Water Skills Class:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. Learn to maneuver your kayak, forward and reverse strokes, sweeps,
draws...feel the value of torso rotation. Become comfortable with a wet exit...yes, plan to get wet...and
have lots of fun! Class duration is three hours. Class fee is $40.
Equipment rental ( kayak, spray skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if
needed $25. Pre-registration
required.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Sunday 8/26 |
Advanced Flat Water
Skill Class:
Build upon Intro to
Kayaking or Basic Flat Water Skills, develop sculling draws,
sideslip, edged turns, self and assisted rescues. Prepares you for safely
paddling lakes, open rivers, tidal waters and bays. Class duration is
three hours. Class fee is $40. Equipment rental ( touring kayak, spray
skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if needed $25. |
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| Sunday 8/26 |
Sunset / Full Moon Paddle:
Location: Jeffers Landing Beach, departure time
7pm., return about 9:30 or 10 pm...or later.
Sunset is about 7:39 pm, moon
rise is about 6:50 pm. High tide is about 7:45 pm. Plan is to paddle up
river into the sunset with the last of the flood tide, return into the full
moon with the ebb. Joining us?
Contact the
Shack |
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| Wednesday 8/29 |
Paddle Skills at Lake Lenape:
5:30 PM Join us at our popular
weekly Wednesday summer
evening paddling get togethers. Informal paddle skill practice and pointers from
5:30 pm till dark. Assemble and practice
paddle strokes, rolling skills, self rescue, and safety
techniques near the boat house/ranger station,
or just paddle around the lake.
Bring your own boat, gear.
Interested beginners or first timers welcome. ACA certified
instructors available for instruction, rentals and test paddles by prior
arrangement. Rental, instruction info contact George at
info@paddleshack.com |
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| Saturday 9/1 |
Basic Flat Water Skills Class:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. Learn to maneuver your kayak, forward and reverse strokes, sweeps,
draws...feel the value of torso rotation. Become comfortable with a wet exit...yes, plan to get wet...and
have lots of fun! Class duration is three hours. Class fee is $40.
Equipment rental ( kayak, spray skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if
needed $25. Pre-registration
required.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Sunday 9/2 |
Sea Kayaking Workshop (part 1):
Lake Lenape, 12 to 4 pm assembly near the boat
house/ranger station. This workshop is specifically geared to paddling
techniques and safety practices and skills that you should know to paddle a
sea or touring kayak. Topics covered include "J" leans, edging, bracing,
effective paddle strokes, assisted rescues, self rescue techniques. Bathing
suits are a must...kayaking is a water sport...plan to engage the water from
both sides of the surface. Learn the use of: bilge pump, spray skirt, paddle
float, stirrup, leash. Workshop is two sessions of four hours each. Class
fee is $85. Registration is required.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Saturday 9/8 |
Basic Flat Water Skills Class:
Lake Lenape, near the boat house/ranger
station. Learn to maneuver your kayak, forward and reverse strokes, sweeps,
draws...feel the value of torso rotation. Become comfortable with a wet exit...yes, plan to get wet...and
have lots of fun! Class duration is three hours. Class fee is $40.
Equipment rental ( kayak, spray skirt, paddle, pump, PFD) if
needed $25. Pre-registration
required.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Sunday 9/9 |
Sea Kayaking Workshop (part 2):
Lake Lenape, 12 to 4 pm assembly near the boat
house/ranger station. This workshop is specifically geared to paddling
techniques and safety practices and skills that you should know to paddle a
sea or touring kayak. Topics covered include "J" leans, edging, bracing,
effective paddle strokes, assisted rescues, self rescue techniques. Bathing
suits are a must...kayaking is a water sport...plan to engage the water from
both sides of the surface. Learn the use of: bilge pump, spray skirt, paddle
float, stirrup, leash. Workshop is two sessions of four hours each. Class
fee (bring your own kayak) is $85. Registration is required.
Contact the
Shack. |
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| Sunday 9/16 |
Basic Moving Water Skill Class:
Build upon Basic Flat Water Skills, learn how to read
and safely negotiate moving flat water, river safety, moving
water boat control including eddy turns and ferry movements in
local waters. Class duration is three to four hours. Class fee is $40. Equipment
rental ( performance recreation kayak, paddle, pump, PFD) if needed $25.
For current class schedule, visit the Paddle Shack Events Calendar, or contact "The Shack". |
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| Tuesday 9/11 |
Introduction to Kayaking (Part
1):
Burlington County College Pool, Pemberton. From
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. What you need to know to safely get started kayaking,
and test paddle boats you are interested in...all in one highly
instructional class. Start with the basic differences in kayak and paddle
design. Proceed to safely enter and exit your kayak, learn proper techniques
for forward, reverse, turning and sideward movements of your kayak, learn
the value of torso rotation. Practice assisted and self rescue, bracing, wet
exits. This is a two part class of three hours each. Fee is $81 (bring your
own boat & gear course # CFP 320-40). $102 (rent boat & gear course #
CFP320-41) Pre-registration
required: Contact BCC at 609-894-9311 ext 1382. Additional class info; Contact the Shack. |
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| Wednesday 9/12 |
Introduction to Kayaking (Part
2):
Burlington County College Pool, Pemberton. From
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Continuation of class started on Sept 11th. Since the
information presented and class participation builds upon skills covered in
Part 1, it is preferred that you attend part I before attending part 2.
(More info see Tuesday Sept 11 above.) |
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| Thursday 9/13 |
Kayak Rolling (Part 1):
Burlington County College Pool, Pemberton. From
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This
two session class of three hours each is
designed for paddlers with no (or insufficient) rolling skills. We will
cover pertinent back ground skills such as wet exits, hip snap, torso
rotation, assisted in the boat rescues (bow, paddle, hand of god) as
well as self and assisted out of the boat rescues. Then we will proceed
into step by step techniques to get you rolling. This is a comprehensive two part instructive session that will give you a strong background for building successful rolling skills. Fee is $81 (bring your own boat & gear course # CFP 318-40). $102 (rent boat & gear course # CFP318-41) Pre-registration required: Contact BCC at 609-894-9311 ext 1382. Contact the Shack to arrange for rental boat & equipment. |
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| Friday 9/14 |
Kayak Rolling (Part
2):
Burlington County College Pool, Pemberton. From
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This is the second session of a two part class of three hours each.
We will build upon skills developed in the first session. Participation in
the first session is mandatory before attending the second session. Pre-registration
required. More info, see Thursday Sept 13 above. Questions - Contact the Shack. |
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| Wednesday 9/26 |
Sunset / Full Moon Paddle:
Location: Jeffers Landing Beach, departure time
7pm., return about 9:30 or 10 pm...or later.
Sunset is about 6:50 pm, moon
rise is about 6:40 pm. High tide is about 7:45 pm. Plan is to paddle up
river into the sunset with the last of the flood tide, return into the full
moon with the ebb. Joining us?
Contact the
Shack |
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