Kayak Touring Essentials II: Advanced Strokes, Braces, and Efficient Boat Handling

• Spend a day kayaking in a small group led by our expert instructors
• Learn advanced strokes and other techniques to help you feel more confident and adept in the water
• Receive video analysis and personalized feedback
• Lunch will be provided

Improve your paddling efficiency and steering capabilities in this one-day course. By fine-tuning your kayak-handling skills, you'll find yourself more confident and adept on the water. Leaning and sculling techniques will help take your skills to the next level. The breathtaking class locations are unique destinations that offer natural beauty and relaxed seaside surroundings.

Itinerary
Strengthen your paddling skills with on-water demonstrations. Practice maneuvering, stabilization methods, advanced stroke techniques, boat edgings, braces and hip snaps. Then take a short guided tour using your new skills. A video analysis, along with individual feedback, will give you a detailed assessment of your performance. You'll enjoy the small-class environment, as our seasoned instructors share their expertise and passion for outdoor sports.

Fee: $120

Prerequisite: Kayak Touring Essentials I or comparable experience.

Activity Level: Easy

Minimum Age: 12

2010 Dates: May 29; June 5, 19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 18, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28.

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Casco Bay, Freeport, Maine

Note: Upon receipt of reservation request, an Outdoor Specialist will contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability.

• • Call 888-LLBEAN1 (888-552-3261)
• • Email outdoor_discovery@llbean.com