The Somerset County Park Commission offers a variety of canoeing and kayaking opportunities to stimulate awareness and understanding of the environment, build an appreciation of New Jersey waterways, and promote interest in the recreation opportunities available though canoeing and kayaking.
Program participants will enjoy fantastic times on various rivers with enthusiastic, experienced, Naturalist river guides. Programs offer everything from easy, relaxing flat water to more adventurous beginner whitewater. No matter what level is chosen, river memories will last a lifetime. Information on all programs including dates and times may be obtained by calling 908-722-1200, ext. 5002 or at www.somersetcountyparks.org.
CAN-U-CANNU? & KAN-U-KAYAK?
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These introductory canoeing and kayaking classes will show participants basic paddling techniques, safety aspects of canoeing and kayaking, and handling a canoe and kayak in and out of the water. The programs are available to adults and children, age 7 and older (canoe) and age 10 and older (kayak). An adult must accompany children under the age of 15. Classes will take place on Branta Pond at the Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge.
KAYAK POOL TRAINING
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Participants will learn how to successfully wet exit a kayak and practice getting in and out from both the pool deck and the water.
CANOE & KAYAK TRIPS
Trips run by the EEC Naturalists may be for both canoes and kayaks together (Canyak), or just kayak and are intended for beginner to intermediate paddlers. Prior participation in one of the CAN-U-CANNU or KAN-U-KAYAK classes is required. Boats, equipment, transportation, and leadership are provided.
Annual trips include: Passaic Paddle, Delaware & Raritan Canal Paddle, Paddling Afternoon, Millstone Meander, Reservoir Dogs, Pine Barrens Paddle, and All Day On the River,.
Call the Environmental Education Center at 908-722-1200, ext. 5002 for details. Information on these programs and other Somerset County Park Commission activities may be found on the Internet at www.somersetcountyparks.org.