Spring Courtenay Rec pages

INTRO TO PADDLE BOARDING SUP borrows some techniques from canoe paddling and is a dynamic sport that engages your core muscles and balance. Begin- ner boards are wide & stable, and offer a whole new perspective on our beautiful local aquatic envi- ronment. #48221 Tuesday June 18 7:00 - 9:00 pm Comox Valley Kayaks $55 SEA KAYAKING WEATHER, TIDES & NAVIGATION WORKSHOP Navigating our coastal waters requires a solid understanding of navigation and of our changeable weather & sea state. This course covers all the basics of reading marine charts, plotting a course, calculating speed and distance, interpreting weather and under- standing tides and currents. #48455 Wednesdays May 15 & 22 5:30 - 8:30 pm Filberg Centre $48/2

TRIP TO TREE ISLAND Spend an enjoyable day kayak touring in Baynes Sound. We will cover launching, equipment and safety but the emphasis will be put on getting out on the water in tandem kayaks and paddling in this beautiful area. This guided day trip tour gives you lots of time on the water! Mother’s Day #48185 Sunday May 12 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Father’s Day #48186 Sunday June 16 1:00 - 5:00 pm Union Bay Boat Launch $65 If you have never tried kayaking (or haven’t been out paddling in a while) and are interested in exploring the beautiful Courte- nay River Estuary from a whole new vantage point, this is a great course for you! Learn about kayaks, equipment, and paddling skills with a certified instructor. #48187 Friday June 14 2:00 - 5:00 pm Comox Valley Kayaks $49 SENIORS INTRO TO KAYAKING (55 years & over)

PART 1 KAYAK RESCUES Join Comox Valley Kayaks & Ca- noes in the pool to learn how to get yourself (and your paddling companions!) back into your kayak after a capsize. Take this course on its own to increase confidence on the water, or take as the first step towards a Paddle Canada Basic Kayak certification. #48190 Tuesday April 16 #48200 Thursday April 25 #48201 Monday May 6 #48202 Thursday May 23 #48203 Tuesday June 4 #48204 Wednesday June 12 #48205 Monday June 17 7:45 - 9:30 pm Aquatic Centre $65 PART 2 BASIC KAYAK PADDLING SKILLS Join certified Paddle Canada in- structors on the water to learn the skills you need to paddle safely & with finesse! Graduates receive Paddle Canada certification. Pre- requisite: Part 1 (Kayak Rescues). Comox Valley Kayaks $65 PART 3 BASIC KAYAK PADDLING SKILLS Join certified Paddle Canada in- structors on the water to learn the skills you need to paddle safely & with finesse! Graduates receive Paddle Canada certification, and a free 4-hour kayak rental so you can practice your skills! (Prereq- uisite: Kayak Rescues & Paddling Skills) #48207 Saturday April 20 #48211 Saturday May 18 #48212 Saturday June 15 4:00 - 7:00 pm

COURTENAY ADULT

#48213 Sunday April 21 #48218 Sunday May 19 #48219 Sunday June 30 4:00 - 7:00 pm

Comox Valley Kayaks $65

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