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2 days, 1 night
Island camping
Certified kayak instructors
Kayak gear, tent, meals provided
Come out and learn to paddle on a true kayaking tour. Explore some of our favorite islands and campsites on a 2 day- 1 overnight trip with one of our experienced kayak guide/instructor. 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. Unpack, set up camp and cook your dinner in the rustic outdoors with the ocean sounds all around you. 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. Each Island we paddle to and camp on has its own rich character and history. Enjoy hiking around and exploring the forts and buildings on each island and learn what life was like on the islands before it became a recreational area. This jammed packed adventure will leave you with a wealth of knowledge about kayak touring and safety as well as an appreciation for all the hard work that is being done to preserve these great natural resources that we will call home for a night!
Our experienced guides and instructors will provide the knowhow and the equipment to make this a great overnight 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.
Food and meal plans will be determined as we get closer to your date
Paddlers are encouraged to do their homework: train, pack and plan accordingly!
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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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), lunch provided (if needed).
General Outline:
Day 1
9am- Meeting at launch spot to load boats
12am- Lunch
1pm- Depart for Island
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
3-4pm- Arrive Back at launch
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Cost
$325 per person
Dates
June 26-27
July 17-18
Start/ End
Day 1- 9am start. Day 2 ends approximately 4pm.
Prerequisite
Some kayaking experience preferred.
Includes
Kayak, paddle, spray skirts, PFD, pump, float, wetsuit, wetsuit shoes, paddle jacket, tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, food for the trip, stoves pots and pans. 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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