Free Presentations

Efficient Kayak Forward Stroke
     What really makes a kayak go forward?  What's the story on high and low angle?  How can I paddle and not get so tired?  I want to explore new areas that are farther away.  How can I sustain my paddling for longer periods of time? Do my shoulders always have to hurt when I paddle?  How do I hold my paddle so my wrist doesn’t hurt?  How can I keep up with my buddies without killing myself? 
     Kayak forward stroke efficiency is all about how far the kayak travels for each stroke we take.  The aspects that are most critical are the motions we make and the manner by which those motions are made - paddling technique.  Dan will outline simple concepts that you can incorporate into your kayaking technique to go further, with less effort and pain, as well as with greater endurance!
Date    April 28 and September 29

Ages    All ages

Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

Selecting Your Touring Kayak
     Selecting your kayak can be a daunting task as there’s a wide selection and variety of information.  In this presentation, we’ll cover intended use, aspects of kayak design and a selection process.  Our great selection of kayaks will be available to demo and evaluate. 
Prerequisite for demos    Ability to swim 50 yards
Date    April 14
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse
 
Canoe/Kayak for Children: Exercise, Fitness, Performance, and the Olympic Dream
     From free play to Olympic champion, find out the steps that your child should take as he or she grows and the critical windows for developing speed, flexibility, endurance, strength, and new skills.  Using  canoe/kayak as a model we will examine seven stages from active start through active for life.
Date    May 12
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse
 
Organize a Kayak or Canoe Camping Trip
     Learn how to organize your canoe or kayak camping trip from planning and navigation to equipment selection and packing your boat.  Camp site selection, setup and meal preparation will also be covered.
Prerequisite for demos    Ability to swim 50 yards
Date    June 16
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse
 
Selecting Your Touring Canoe
     Selecting your canoe can be a daunting task.  There is a wide selection and a variety of information.  In this presentation, intended use, aspects of canoe design and a selection process will be discussed.  Our great selection of canoes will be available to demo and evaluate.
Date    May 19
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

Cascade Cook Off to Benefit WWTA 
     Learn how to select and organize your canoe & kayak camping meals.  We outline menu ideas and prepare sample meals.  Come prepared to snack!
Date    July 14
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

Puget Sound Paddling
Puget Sound is one of the world’s great paddling destinations.  Learn about the Washington Water Trails Association, Puget Sound Portion of the Cascade Marine Trail, as well as great places to launch, land and camp.
Date    Aug 4
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

Paddling Northwest Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island offers incredible adn wild paddling destinations.  We'll cover the section from Port Hardy to Tofino and show you great places to explore and camp.
Date    July 21
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

Selecting Your Touring Kayak
Selecting your kayak can be a daunting task.  There’s a wide selection and variety of information.  In this presentation, intended use, aspects of kayak design and a selection process will be discussed.  Our great selection of kayaks will be available to demo and evaluate.
Date    April 14 and June 30
Prerequisite for demos    Ability to swim 50 yards
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

 San Juan Islands Paddling
The San Juan Islands are one of the world's greatest paddling destinations.  Learn about the Washington Water Trails Association, the San Juan Island portion of the Cascade Marine Trail as well as great places to launch, load, and camp.
Date    June 23
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse

Kayaking and Weather

 Date     August 18
Ages     All ages
Cost     Free
Location     Renton, WA Boathouse
 
Dressing for Cold Weather Paddling 

Learn principles related to maintaining warmth while paddling and equipment you can use and wear to enjoy canoeing and kayaking year-round.  We’ll have a wide variety of addling gear for you to try and evaluate.
Date    April 23
Ages    All ages
Cost    Free
Location    Renton, WA Boathouse