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River Explorers

Looking for an activity that lets your kid get active outside this summer learning about rivers, kayaking, and the outdoors? River Explorers is the perfect starter program for your future paddler!

DURATION

3 - 5 days

AGE

8 - 13

Overview

Is your child curious about river kayaking, but you want to ease them into the sport? Looking for an activity that lets your kid get active outside this summer learning about rivers, kayaking, and the outdoors? River Explorers is the perfect starter program for your future paddler!

This is our newest children’s summer program! River Explorers will meet for five consecutive Thursdays this summer. Choose between:

  • 3 Day Program (7/11, 7/18, 7/25): $360
  • Each Optional Add On Day (8/1 and/or 8/8): $120
  • Total Price for Full 5 Day Program: $600

This program is for kids aged 8 - 13 who want to learn about rivers and kayaking in flatwater and slow moving water environments. The Explorers programs provide kids of all abilities the consistency and group environment they need to learn new skills and develop a lifelong passion for paddling and respect for the river.

Fill out a SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION today for the possibility of full funding!

What Should I wear?

While some of the flatwater areas we use are quite warm in June, July, and August, the Deerfield River is always cool, regardless of the time of year or air temperature. When packing your clothes, please plan accordingly. Our clinics will run rain or shine.

Wear items such as:

  • Garments made of polypropylene, Capilene, or some polyester/spandex blend
  • Bathing suit

Other items to bring:

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Retaining strap for glasses
  • Towel
  • Required medications

What we provide

  • boat
  • wetsuit (if desired)
  • booties (if desired)
  • life jacket
  • helmet
  • paddle
  • We provide a catered picnic-style lunch

The following statement is required by state law: “Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.”

We do not use nuts in our food, but can not guarantee that the ingredients in our meals do not contain nuts or other food allergens. If you have food allergies or other special dietary needs, we strongly suggest you bring your own bag lunch in non-glass containers and we will pack it with the other lunches on your trip. Please inform our office at 413-339-4010 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you intend to do this.