SK0 Lesson (Intro to Sea Kayaking I)

The SK0 lesson is your introduction to our sea kayaking fleet and will allow you to check our long boats out on Lake Mendota and participate in most quietwater trips.  This also opens the doorway to touring Wisconsin's plethora of lakes and riverways (eventually including trips on the Great Lakes).   We will meet at the Hoofer boathouse in the Memorial Union. 

The lesson will include: 

1. Instruction in wind/water/weather considerations.

2. Boat and paddle differences between whitewater and sea kayaks.

3. Basic paddle strokes (forward, reverse, sweep, & draw).

4. Wet exits and assisted rescues. Individuals who take this lesson must demonstrate they can perform an assisted T-rescue.

Be prepared to get wet!  Please have a swimsuit, closed-toe water shoes, water, and a change of clothes. The water is starting to get cold, so bring extra layers that are warm when wet if you have them. Hoofers also has wetsuits and paddling jackets available.

Note: The waitlist feature is currently not available. As always, signing up for an event is a commitment to attend. If you can no longer make it for some reason please email me and remove yourself from the sign up list as soon as possible so someone else can get a spot.