Upcoming Courses and Trips - Summer 2008



Fresh Air Experience offers a wide range of products, lessons, courses and tours for the outdoor enthusiast.

For more info please email us at  
fae@accesscomm.ca





Kayak Lessons

Kayak Lessons

Various Dates, see below

Lessons are perfect for those who would like to learn to kayak safely in Saskatchewan.
There are 2 levels of lessons for the entry level experience, both consist of 2.5 hours Level 1A teaches all the strokes and Level 1B demonstrates rescues necessary to make your kayaking experience safe and tons of fun.    Lessons are held at Wascana Lake in Regina.

Price per person $70 plus rental - Kayak rental is $25 and includes all gear

Limit of 6 paddlers per lesson - choose from one of the following dates:

All lessons begin at 6:00pm

May 14th, Wednesday Level 1A

May 28th, Wednesday Level 1A

June 11th, Wednesday Level 1B

June 18th, Wednesday Level 1A

June 25th Wednesday Level 1B

July TBA, Wednesday Level 1A

July TBA, Wednesday Level 1B

 



Kayaking Courses and Trips

Sea Kayaking 101

May 25th 2008 Sunday

A comprehensive course involving strokes, rescues, and touches on rolling. This all day course is suited for beginner and intermediate paddlers. This course covers everything you need to know to paddle safely in large bodies of water.

Price does not include rental

Cost $125 plus rental


Sea Kayaking 101

June 22nd 2008 Sunday

A comprehensive course involving strokes, rescues, and touches on rolling. This all day course is suited for beginner and intermediate paddlers. This course covers everything you need to know to paddle safely in large bodies of water.

Price does not include rental

Cost $125 plus rental

 

Learn to Roll 102

TBA

Always wanted to roll your kayak, this is the course for you. Participants will first practice and learn all the different rescues including self-rescue, then be prepared to get wet. Participants are encouraged to wear a wetsuit, paddling top, and have neoprene booties. Nose plugs are also highly recommended. If you are bringing your own whitewater or touring kayak, a neoprene spray skirt is a must. We will cover both the screw roll and the short and long pallotta roll. 

Price does not include rental

Cost $145 plus rental


Intro to Sea Kayaking

Dates TBA

Learn to paddle the open waters of Last Mountain Lake. This overnight trip is the perfect tuneup for a longer adventure in your future. You will receive instruction in paddling and rescue techniques. Our expert guides will show you how to properly equip and pack your boat for an open water experience.

 

Base Price TBA



Sea Kayak Trip

Dates TBA

Learn paddling skills on the open waters of Otter Lake. Learn navigation skills as you paddle from island to island searching for just the right spot to set camp. This 4 day 3 night course is both instructional and fun, perfect for those wanting to learn sea kayaking skills.

 

Price TBA



Canoe Courses in and around Regina



Paddling Canada Level 1 Lakewater A and B 

May 23rd-25th 2008

This certification course briefly covers the canoe strokes of the flatwater courses then moves into the maneuvers performed using the strokes. This course covers tandem and solo skills and each part is tested individually. This course covers a lot of information and previous paddling experience is a must. Upon completion a candidate can pass both tandem and solo for a complete Level 1 certification or they may only complete the Level 1A certification.

To register please come in to Fresh Air Experience in Regina to fill out the registration form, the Paddling Canada waiver, and pay the registration fee in full. If you need the forms faxed, please call us at 522-6665.

Friday 5-8pm, Sat. 9-5pm, Sat night pool session 7-9pm and Sunday 9-3pm

Price $175pp


Paddling Canada Level 1 Lakewater Instructor Course

May 23-26th 2008

This certification course briefly covers the canoe strokes of the flatwater courses then moves into the maneuvers performed using the strokes. This course covers tandem skills only. This course covers a lot of information and previous paddling experience is a must.  

To register please come in to Fresh Air Experience in Regina to fill out the registration form, the CRCA waiver, and pay the registration fee in full. If you need the forms faxed, please call us at 522-6665.

Friday 10-8pm, Sat 9-9pm, Sunday 9-6pm, Monday 10-3pm

Price $400pp


Weeknight Canoe Lessons


Dates TBA

Lessons perfect for those who would like to learn to canoe better.    Sure everyone says they know how, but we guarantee you there is always room for improvment.    This course covers the basic and intermediate paddling strokes and rescues necessary for those canoeists interested in canoe tripping and whitewater.

Thursday May 15th, 6-8:00pm

Thursday May 29th, 6-8:00pm

Thursday June 12th, 6-8:00pm

Thursday June 26th, 6-8:00pm

Price $60pp (includes canoe rental)



Certification Tripping Courses

Paddle Canada Canoe Tripping Level 1

June 6th - 8th

Candidates must have some canoeing skills. This course involves a 3 day 2 night canoe trip on the Churchill River. Some of the skills learned will be food prep, travel techniques, environmental concerns, camping skills, trip planning, and risk management. This course is tons of fun and required for anyone interested in guiding or currently takes groups out canoe tripping.

This course runs Friday morning until Sunday afternoon.

Base Price $475

Demo Nights Regina

Starting Wednesday May 2nd Fresh Air will be down at the Wascana Marina every Wednesday with canoes and kayaks available to test paddle. We will be there from 5:30 till 7:00 pm. A selection of PFD's and paddles will be available as well. If you would like to try a specific boat, then please call or email the store the Tuesday prior so we can accommodate you. Demo's will be cancelled due to high winds or rain, so please check the store Wednesday prior to 5:30pm for the latest details.

Please email us at fae@accesscomm.ca or call us at 522-6665 to make arrangements.

Demo Nights Prince Albert

Flin Flon Sport and Leisure Show   We are there. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday April 26, 27,28th.
Wakaw Lake Demo  Poplar Beach  Sunday  May  20th. 11am till 8 pm
Kayak lessons in the pool  April 29th 8;30 pm Sunday  Must preregister.
Prince Albert Canoe and Kayak Club open house and demos  May 12th Sat. and May 16th Wed evening
Bakers Narrows Manitoba.. Canoe and kayak demo  Sunday June 3rd.
Waskesiu Hanging Heart Marina  Demo   June 5th and 6th Tuesday and Wed. 11am till 8pm

Demo's will be cancelled due to high winds or stormy weather, so please check the store the day prior for the latest details.

Please email the PA store at fae@sasktel.net or call us at 1-800-653-5200 to make arrangements.


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