Introduction to Open Canoeing (1 day)

This introduction to open canoeing is a great way to get onto the water. Over a day you will learn the basic paddling strokes, work as a tandem paddle team and explore the great outdoors. You will be guided and coached throughout to ensure your learning, safety and fun.

We supply: 

• tea/coffee at course briefing and at debrief
• full day of canoe coaching
• tandem canoe, buoyancy aid and variety of paddles to try out
• transport to/from local paddling locations
• dry bag for kit and lunch
• copies of photos taken by your guide during the trip

What you need to bring:

We recommend bring along;

• a waterproof jacket and a fleece jumper
• a hat or cap to keep warm/sun out of your eyes
• old footwear/trainers that you don’t mind getting wet/splashed
• some water/juice and lunch
• towel and complete change of clothes for afterwards (or in case you take an accidental swim)

Group Size: Min 4, Max 8 (Bookings close 48 hours before activity date. Should there not be sufficient numbers, you will be notified and issued a full refund)

Age: Suitable for adults only (18 years old or over)

Meeting Time: 9.15am for 9.30am

Meet Location: Explore Highland Office, Clachnaharry Works Lock, Inverness, IV3 8RA. Free parking and toilet available onsite

Finish Time: Approx. 5.00 pm

Distance: Approx. 3-4 miles

Weather: Paddling location will depend on the weather. Various local locations may be used including Caledonian Canal, Beauly Firth, Loch Ness, Loch Dochfour, Loch Achilty and Aigas Reservoir