By the time we got to the take out on Tuesday, you guys were starting to really starting to look like paddlers. But there is still a lot more to learn. Today, you are being asked to research kayak skills and places to paddle in Maine. Take notes and / or print out information -- and be ready to report to the class next time we meet. Aim for a 5 minute detailed report, including photos, maps, or drawings where possible.
Please individually research one (1) kayaking skill or technique using one of the 2 websites below:
Kayaking Skills: Strokes & Braces
Kayaking Techniques
Please individually research one (1) place to padde in Maine (lake, river, or ocean). This could be a place we might go as a class, or it might be a place you might go on your own someday.
Maine Island Trail system
Penobscot Bay Area Sea Kayaking
Whitewater Kayaking in Maine
Listing of River, Lake, & Ocean Trips in Maine
Waterways Paddle Trips (Gotta check out this site! :-)