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Kids Instruction with Zoar Outdoor

"Our kids are 11 & 9 we had such an amazing kayaking trip"

We are a family of four. Our kids are 11 & 9 we had such an amazing kayaking trip w/class 1&2 rapids. Andy was a super fun & professional guide. I highly recommend Zoar outdoor.

– JB, Google Reviews

"Well organized, friendly and helpful guides"

My kids (11 and 13) and I drove out for the afternoon guided paddle down the Deerfield River. Well organized, friendly and helpful guides - lots of fun and a great experience all around.

– Russ, Google Reviews

"Staff was so helpful and pleasant"

We rented kayaks for 9 in our group on June 30th. Adults and kids. Staff was so helpful and pleasant. Highly recommend!!

– Christine, Google Reviews

Paddlesports are a great way to enjoy the outdoors while choosing your level of adventure. Zoar Outdoor offers whitewater kayaking and canoeing lessons on the Deerfield River in the Berkshire hills of Massachusetts to suit every level of paddler, from beginner to advanced. We are conveniently located 30 minutes north of Williamsburg and 45 minutes from Northampton.

Our kayaking and canoeing instructors are certified by the American Canoe Association (ACA) and tailor every clinic to your needs. Whether you are interested in an introduction to the sport of kayaking or canoeing or you’re taking your paddling skills to the next level with playboating, river rescue, or another clinic, our paddlesports school has a course for you.

Start a lifetime of river memories by kayaking in Massachusetts this season with Zoar Outdoor!