Kayaking: Level 1 (Outing)
New to kayaking? Join us for on-thewater instruction. Lessons cover proper gear selection and fit, boat control, basic safety skills and correct paddling techniques, with the intent of progressing toward kayaking on your own. Then we’ll head out on the water to practice these new skills. Kayak, paddle and PFD (personal flotation device) are provided. Recommended for those 14 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
* Advance trip sign-up is required. Call or visit any Boston area REI to sign up.
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Member: $95
- Non-Member: $115
Meet at the location or REI store listed below. Directions to locations other than REI stores can be found by clicking on the link below.
Get directions to all non-store venues here.
- April 27th Hingham REI
- May 10th Reading REI
- May 11th Framingham REI
- May 31st Framingham REI
- June 7th Hingham REI
- June 14th Cranston REI
- June 21st Hingham REI
- June 29th Reading REI
- Come dressed to get wet, in swim suits or other appropriate clothing.
- Try to avoid cotton pants, shirts etc. as they can get very cold when wet, even on warm days!
- Wicking underwear (like REI MTS®) is best for colder water, with a paddling jacket or light windbreaker over that.
- Paddling booties or thin-soled, flexible tennis shoes (that can get wet) should be worn for paddling. Sandals are also accepted, however Velcro style sandals are not recommended for this trip because the straps can come undone when wet.
- A water bottle, such as a bicycle style or Nalgene, filled with drinking water, juice, etc.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses with retainers. Sun hats are recommended.
- Lunch and snacks.
- Dry bags are not guaranteed to keep all equipment safe. Avoid bringing electronic equipment if possible.
- All instruction and boating equipment including boats, paddles, life vests and paddle jackets, and dry bags, if necessary.
- Van transportation from the store to the put-in and back
- Park entrance fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van
REI Outdoor School Cancellation Policy
To be courteous to all customers, we request you notify REI Outdoor School at least 48 hours prior to the trip if you intend to cancel; late cancellations will not be refunded. Class or Outing cancellations on the part of REI Outdoor School will be refunded in full, regardless of timeframe. Inclement weather does not necessarily cancel an event; REI Outdoor School will contact you in the event of a cancellation.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
REI Outdoor School strives to provide the best outdoor education programs possible. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee ensures that our classes and outings at REI Outdoor School meet your high standards—or we will gladly offer your choice of a refund or a chance to re-take the class/outing.
Waitlists
In order to keep our instruction personable, space on our classes and outings is limited. If you are interested in an activity that has filled, we would be happy to place you on a waitlist for that event. If space opens, we will contact the list in the order you signed up, but we are unable to hold that spot if we’re unable to speak with you directly. Providing us with your best contact information increases your chances of joining us.
Availability
Classes and outings are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Should a program be cancelled or a rescheduled, all registered participants will be notified.
