Day Camp: Golden Canoeing and Kayaking Camp

The best way to enjoy the hot summer days is on the water in our Golden Canoeing & Kayaking Day Camp!  This five day Canoeing and Kayaking Camp is designed specifically for kids. This fun and safety oriented water and paddle program is loaded with group games and adventure challenges to entertain, educate and develop each participant, while deepening friendships and fostering new ones. Canoeing and kayaking on both lakes and potentially rivers (depending on group ability and river conditions) provides the basis for a great week of summer camp.

Times, Meeting Location, & Dates:

Times: Drop-off at 8:45am and pick-up at 2:30pm. Optional Extended Care is available from 8:00am – 5:30pm.

Meeting Location:  Meets in Golden at the American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401.

2012 Dates:

• Ages 7-9: August 6-10
• Ages 10-12; see Golden Kayak Day Camp

Highlights for Golden Canoeing & Kayaking Day Camp:

• Introductory canoe skills
• Kayak skill progression from introductory to advanced techniques
• Learn canoe and kayak rescue techniques
• Kayak a section of moving water  (dependent on group ability and river conditions)

Activity Detail for Golden Canoeing & Kayaking Day Camp:

• 1-3 days of canoeing skills, team building, rescue techniques, and adventure challenge
• 1-3 days of basic kayak skills and rescue techniques
• 1 day of advanced kayak skills in whitewater kayaks

Overview for Golden Canoeing & Kayaking Day Camp:

Five days of Canoeing and Kayaking and being on the water is exactly what summers are for. We designed this program specifically for kids who would like a complete introduction to water skills and safety and those looking to improve and deepen skills acquired from our basic camp program. Each day is filled with learning, activity, games and challenges to provide for the most complete and healthy experience possible. Our instructor team will be lead by certified American Red Cross and American Canoe Association certified professionals. All technical equipment is provided by Avid4 Adventure.

Outside for Life Recommended Summer Camp Progression

Register Now for the Golden Canoeing & Kayaking Camp!

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