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Los Angeles REI Outdoor School

Kayaking: Level 1 (Outing)

Tired of watching from shore as kayakers glide over the water? Now's the time to join us for an on-the-water class designed to teach you the basics of paddling both sit-on-top and touring-style kayaks. We'll discuss gear selection, proper fit of boat and gear, and basic safety skills. Then we'll head out on the water to learn and practice the forward, sweep, reverse and draw stroke techniques so you can get your boat to go where you want it to. Come join us and expand your outdoor destinations to include the open water! After taking this course, expand on your new-found knowledge in our Kayaking: Level 2 course, which focuses on more advanced boat handling skills and introduces capsize recovery.

Kayaks, PFDs (life vests), paddles, and all accessories are provided.

Women only outings may be available, see program dates below for availability.

* Advance trip sign-up is required. Call or visit any Greater Los Angeles area REI to sign up.

Time:
9:00am - 3:00pm
Cost: Member: $95, Non-Member: $115

Where To Meet:

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.

May 17th Arcadia REI
May 31st Santa Ana REI
June 15th Manhattan Beach REI
June 28th Rancho Cucamonga REI
July 12th Arcadia REI
July 26th Santa Ana REI
August 3rd Manhattan Beach REI
August 24th Santa Monica REI
September 6th Huntington Beach REI
September 27th Rancho Cucamonga REI

WHAT TO BRING:

Come dressed to get wet, in swim suits or other appropriate quick-drying clothing. If the forecast is for cool temperatures, bring along a fleece jacket or windproof shell too.
Paddling footwear (neoprene booties or aquashoes), if you have them, or thin-soled, flexible tennis shoes (that can get wet). Sandals are also acceptable, 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.
Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and sunglasses with retainers.
Bag lunch and snacks.
Change of clothes and footwear for the ride home (leave in car).

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:

All instruction and boating equipment including boats, paddles, life vests and paddle jackets, and dry bags, if necessary.
Transportation between REI and trailhead, except when outing meets at venue.
All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van.
Group medical supplies and area maps.

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.