Explore the Fox River by Kayak

Name: Explore the Fox River by Kayak
Start: 2024-08-17T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-08-17T15:00:00-05:00
Location: McCullough Park

Schedule

Sat Aug 17 2024 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

McCullough Park | Aurora, IL

Our 2024 kayaking series begins with a beginner’s lake-based paddling skills class, followed by shorter and less-strenuous river sessions. As the summer progresses, choose increasingly longer and more technical paddles for intermediate skill levels. Participants will receive dry-land instruction on basic kayaking techniques from an experienced instructor each session, and then hit the water to practice these skills. Participants meet at the take-out location and are shuttled to the put-in location. Choose any number of sessions to take. Boaters must be at least 16 years old and be able to hold breath under water while wearing a properly fitted life jacket, independently turn from a face down to a face-up position keeping head above water, effectively communicate with the instructor and other participants, and manage all mobility and personal care independently or with the assistance of a companion.
Saturday, Aug. 17; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Meeting at: McCullough Park; 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
Paddle Distance: 5.5 miles with portage
Skill Level: Intermediate
Fee: $89/person (includes use of kayak, personal floatation device and paddle.) Or provide your own kayak for $45/person
To register: visit www.kaneforest.com/register, call 630-444-3190 or email [email protected].