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For teens ages 14-17
2 days, 1 night
Island camping
Certified kayak instructors
Kayak gear, tent, meals provided
This is a great way to give those Young Adults a great chance to mature, learn, and take some valuable lessons away from a program that is adventurous and fun! Come out and learn to paddle on a true kayaking tour. Explore some of the islands in Boston Harbor on a 2 day- 1 overnight trip with one of our experienced kayak instructors. Learn how to plan for an overnight trip, pack for kayak touring, fit it all into a full sized touring sea kayak, and paddle one of these loaded beasts! Paddle to your destination is style, and explore the rich bays, estuaries, that surround your overnight campsite. On our overnight trips we teach each participant to be self sufficient but to also work together as a group in order to maximize the overall experience.
Island location will be determined by:
Kayak experience, availability of campsite, and weather considerations!
Essential Kayaking Equipment is provided:
Kayak, Paddle, Spray Skirts, PFD, Pump, Float, Wetsuit, Wetsuit Shoes and Paddle Jacket
Appropriate Camping Equipment will be provided:
Tent, Sleeping Pad, Sleeping Bag, Stoves Pots, and Pans.
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Meals:
Day 1:
Bring your own lunch. Dinner food would be provided and cooked as a group. Preferred dishes are chicken or meatballs, pasta and salad
Day 2:
Breakfast food is provided and cooked as a group. Preferred dishes are oatmeal, bagels, cream cheese and hot beverage (coffee, hot Coco)
General Outline:
Day 1
9am- Meeting at launch spot to load boats
12am- Lunch
5pm- Erect Campsite area
6pm- Dinner
Day 2
8am- Breakfast
9am- Pack Equipment away and clean the area
10am- Paddle around the Island/area and head for home
1pm- Arrive Back at launch
Topics covered:
How to pack and load a touring kayak
Basic Strokes, kayak navigation and seamanship
How to set up camp and cook your one pot meal
Learn leave no trace and appropriate camping etiquette
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Cost
$225 per person
Dates
July 22-23
Start/ End
Day 1 starts 9am. Day 2 ends approximately 1pm.
Prerequisite
Some kayaking experience preferred.
Includes
Kayaks, paddle, PFD, booties. 20% discount coupon to Eastern Mountain Sports. Please call 800-310-4504 with any questions.
Cancellation Policy
Upon receiving written notice of the cancellation, the following schedule will apply: 31 days or more prior to tour departure: full refund 30 - 0 days prior to departure: no refund will be given. If you must cancel, we will be as understanding as possible and will make every effort to be flexible.
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Cancelled Trips
Easter Mountain Sports reserves the right to cancel any trip prior to tour departure. Reasons may include, but are not limited to, unforeseen circumstances associated with operating in wilderness and remote areas, or insufficient bookings. A trip cancellation due to insufficient bookings would normally occur at least one month prior to tour departure. If we are forced to cancel your booked tour,
Insurance
We strongly recommend you take out cancellation and health insurance from your travel agent. We also recommend that you have adequate medical and personal injury insurance. Be sure your personal insurance is adequate to cover unforeseen expenses that may arise in remote locations.
Does Not Include
Transportation and personal gear and clothing.
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