Cold Water Paddling Prep

Name: Cold Water Paddling Prep
Start: 2024-10-21T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-10-21T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Chicken N Pickle - Overland Park

Schedule

Mon Oct 21 2024 at 06:00 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Chicken N Pickle - Overland Park | Overland Park, KS

Free event on winter paddling for kayakers, paddleboarders, canoeists. Learn skills, safety, gear and win raffle prizes!
About this Event

If you own your own kayak, paddleboard or canoe and want to extend your paddling season safely and comfortably through fall, winter, and spring, this is a can't-miss event! Enjoy dinner, drinks, and socializing while learning the best practices for cold weather paddling, including tips on clothing, gear, and safety. Safety risks increase drastically in cold water season (October - April) so this is important info for anyone paddling during this time. This is NOT a "How To Paddle" session, and is geared toward people who already own a kayak, SUP or canoe.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Cold Weather Gear & Safety Tips: Learn how to paddle safely in cold water conditions, with expert advice on the best clothing and gear, including wetsuits, drysuits, and essential safety gear. Examples will be passed around to compare options.
Raffle Prizes! Attendees have the chance to win an Eddyline Sky 10 Kayak, valued at $1,299, plus more great gear from AquaBound, Bending Branches, and Paddle KC Paddling Club.
Meet Fellow Paddlers: Connect with other paddling enthusiasts and Paddle KC members who are excited about paddling safely in cold water months (October through April).

WHY ATTEND

Learn Critically Important Safety Tips: Cold water paddling presents unique risks. Learn how to stay safe while enjoying the beauty of fall foliage, winter landscapes, and early spring waters.
See & Compare Gear: Get hands-on experience with highly recommended clothing and gear to make the best choices before purchasing.
Expand Your Paddling Season: Prepare for winter paddling events hosted by Paddle KC throughout the colder months from now until spring.

ABOUT PADDLE KC PADDLING CLUB
Paddle KC is Kansas City’s paddling club and an ACA Paddle America Club. Founded in 2015 and hosting over 100 events each year, the club brings together kayakers, paddleboarders, and canoeists of all skill levels for fun, skill-building, and community. Winter paddles are offered for those with appropriate gear and skills. Learn more at www.paddlekc.com. See the full Paddle KC calendar at www.bit.ly/paddlekc.