UpaDowna & Diversifying Whitewater SUP Skills Day
Schedule
Sun Jul 21 2024 at 09:00 am to 01:45 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Manitou Lake | Colorado Springs, CO
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About this Event
Join and for a FREE one hour class at SUP Skills Day at Manitou Lake in Woodland Park, CO on Sunday, July 21. Choose from four different time slots. The purpose of this event is to introduce the sport of stand-up paddleboarding and provide safety and technique education for all individuals and individuals specifically identifying as Black, Indigenous, a Person of Color or an ally. Classes are geared towards first-timers and beginners to SUP. Following the event, participants are welcome to picnic under the pavilion, explore the trails, or enjoy the shoreline. Swimming is not permitted at Manitou Lake.
Registration is required at the following link: UpaDowna & Diversify Whitewater Stand-Up Paddling Skills Day in Colorado Springs, CO, Jul 21, 2024 - Events.com
Diversifying Whitewater is a nonprofit organization that works to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in paddlesports by removing the barriers that may exist for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and allies in kayaking, canoeing, rafting, and stand-up paddleboarding. promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in paddlesports by removing the barriers that may exist for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and allies in kayaking, canoeing, rafting, and stand-up paddling.
Choose a Class Time: Please arrive 15-minutes prior to start time.
- 9am-10am
- 10:15-11:15am
- 11:30am-12:30pm
- 12:45-1:45pm
Meeting Point: Meet at the large pavilion at Manitou Lake. Look for the UpaDowna flag. See photo below. Parking is limited at Manitou Lake. Please carpool if you can.
Age recommendations:
- Children 12 years old and under are recommended to have an additional participant onboard SUP.
- Children 5 years old and under are required to have one participant, who is comfortable paddling onboard.
What’s Included? SUP Skills Day includes all safety education, instruction, and equipment including SUP, paddle, leash, and a dry bag for small personal belongings. All vehicle entrance fees ($10 per vehicle) will be covered by UpaDowna and Diversifying Whitewater.
What to Bring? Bring water, sun protection, clothes you do not mind getting wet including moisture-wicking shirts/shorts, and sandals.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Manitou Lake, Colorado 67, Colorado Springs, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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