Join Get:Outdoors and the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Outdoor Adventure and Environmental Education as we co-sponsor the largest paddlesports demo of the year. There will be more than 60 different boat makes and makes for everyone to try. Not only can you try out any boat, you can take part in several classes or clinics and visit with vendors. Come and learn more about kayaking in our community through local paddle clubs and water conservation groups. Please note there is a $2 parking fee the day of the event.
Saturday, April 20, from 9 am to 3 pm, at Lake Higgins Marina
4235 Hamburg Mill Rd.
Summerfield, North Carolina 27358
Tentative Paddle Fest Schedule
9 am - Clean Sweep* - Free
Help keep the lake litter free by doing a clean sweep! Canoe and all equipment provided.
9 am - Land Yoga - Free
Awaken your mind and body with deep breathing and stretching to prepare for kayaking.
10 am - All-Day Boat Demos - Free
Try up to 60 different types of boats provided by Get: Outdoors. Demos available until 3 pm.
10 am - Foundations and Fundamentals of Kayaking**
During this 1.5 hour class, learn kayak terms, safety, entering/exiting the boat, and paddle strokes.
10 am - Pontoon Boat Rides***
Hop on the boat for a relaxing tour of the lake. Tours depart every 45 minutes. Last tour is at 2:30 pm.
12 noon - Water Rescues Demo - Free
Staff demo various advance kayak moves and rescues such as wet exits, t-rescues, rolls, and more.
1 pm - Women's Kay-yoga**
This land- and water-based class improves core strength and flexibility for better paddling.
1 pm - Foundations and Fundamentals of Kayaking**
During this 1.5 hour class, learn kayak terms, safety, entering/exiting the boat, and paddle strokes.
* Clean Sweep is free to participants, but registration is required. E-mail to reserve a space.
**Classes have a $5 participation fee and pre-registration is required. E-mail to reserve a space.
***Pontoon boat rides are $1/person and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
When you are not on the water or participating in a class, be sure to visit with the Paddle Fest vendors from 10 am to 3 pm:
- Yadkin River Keeper
- Dan River Basin Association
- Tar Heel Paddlers
- Jason Gill Woodworks
- Earth Fare
Event link http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/index.aspx?page=3780
Saturday, April 20, from 9 am to 3 pm, at Lake Higgins Marina
4235 Hamburg Mill Rd.
Summerfield, North Carolina 27358
Tentative Paddle Fest Schedule
9 am - Clean Sweep* - Free
Help keep the lake litter free by doing a clean sweep! Canoe and all equipment provided.
9 am - Land Yoga - Free
Awaken your mind and body with deep breathing and stretching to prepare for kayaking.
10 am - All-Day Boat Demos - Free
Try up to 60 different types of boats provided by Get: Outdoors. Demos available until 3 pm.
10 am - Foundations and Fundamentals of Kayaking**
During this 1.5 hour class, learn kayak terms, safety, entering/exiting the boat, and paddle strokes.
10 am - Pontoon Boat Rides***
Hop on the boat for a relaxing tour of the lake. Tours depart every 45 minutes. Last tour is at 2:30 pm.
12 noon - Water Rescues Demo - Free
Staff demo various advance kayak moves and rescues such as wet exits, t-rescues, rolls, and more.
1 pm - Women's Kay-yoga**
This land- and water-based class improves core strength and flexibility for better paddling.
1 pm - Foundations and Fundamentals of Kayaking**
During this 1.5 hour class, learn kayak terms, safety, entering/exiting the boat, and paddle strokes.
* Clean Sweep is free to participants, but registration is required. E-mail to reserve a space.
**Classes have a $5 participation fee and pre-registration is required. E-mail to reserve a space.
***Pontoon boat rides are $1/person and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
When you are not on the water or participating in a class, be sure to visit with the Paddle Fest vendors from 10 am to 3 pm:
- Yadkin River Keeper
- Dan River Basin Association
- Tar Heel Paddlers
- Jason Gill Woodworks
- Earth Fare
Event link http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/index.aspx?page=3780
