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SUMMARY:Intro to Whitewater Kayaking | T1 Free Flatwater Clinic | July 31\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register!\n \n \nCurious about whitewater kayaking? This free Tier 1 (T1) flatwater clinic is the perfect first step. On calm water\, you will get comfortable in a kayak and learn the fundamentals—outfitting and safety\, getting in and out\, the wet exit\, and basic paddle strokes—in a relaxed\, low-pressure setting. \nAll gear is provided and no experience is required. T1 is the entry point to the Skowhegan Outdoors whitewater progression that continues with the paid T2 (moving water) and T3 (river-ready) clinics. \nSuggested gear: a swimsuit\, a towel\, water shoes or sandals\, and a change of dry clothes (all paddling gear provided).
URL:https://skowheganoutdoors.com/event/intro-to-whitewater-kayaking-t1-free-flatwater-clinic-july-31-2026/
CATEGORIES:Free,July,Learn,Whitewater
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SUMMARY:Skowhegan's Kennebec Gorge Family Paddle Trip | August 5\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register!\n \n \nExperience the Skowhegan Gorge on a guided\, family-friendly paddle trip departing from the Basecamp Gear Library. Our guides lead the way as you take in the river and build confidence on the water—boats and gear provided. All ages and experience levels are welcome with a participating adult. \nSuggested gear: a swimsuit\, a towel\, water shoes or sandals\, and sunscreen (boats and paddling gear provided).
URL:https://skowheganoutdoors.com/event/skowhegans-kennebec-gorge-family-paddle-trip-august-5-2026/
LOCATION:New Balance Foundation Basecamp Gear Library\, 65 Water St.\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976
CATEGORIES:August,Explore,Free,Paddling,Whitewater
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SUMMARY:Intro to Whitewater Kayaking | T1 Free Flatwater Clinic | August 7\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register!\n \n \nCurious about whitewater kayaking? This free Tier 1 (T1) flatwater clinic is the perfect first step. On calm water\, you will get comfortable in a kayak and learn the fundamentals—outfitting and safety\, getting in and out\, the wet exit\, and basic paddle strokes—in a relaxed\, low-pressure setting. \nAll gear is provided and no experience is required. T1 is the entry point to the Skowhegan Outdoors whitewater progression that continues with the paid T2 (moving water) and T3 (river-ready) clinics. \nSuggested gear: a swimsuit\, a towel\, water shoes or sandals\, and a change of dry clothes (all paddling gear provided).
URL:https://skowheganoutdoors.com/event/intro-to-whitewater-kayaking-t1-free-flatwater-clinic-august-7-2026/
CATEGORIES:August,Community,Explore,Free,Whitewater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T080000
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SUMMARY:2-Day Whitewater Kayaking | Women's Only T3 River-Ready Skills Clinic | August 15–16\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register\n \n \nBecome River-Ready \nA two-day Tier 3 (T3) whitewater kayaking clinic structured as a progressive weekend for paddlers ready to put their skills together and run real whitewater. Building on T1 and T2\, this clinic develops river-running confidence\, combat-roll progressions\, and safe group travel on moving water. \nThis T3 clinic is a Women’s Only session\, creating a welcoming\, supportive space for women paddlers to build river-running confidence together. \nProgram Type: 2-Day / Overnight Experience \nCost: $250 \nIncludes: \n\nProfessional instruction and guiding\nWhitewater kayak\, paddle\, helmet\, PFD\nTransportation from Basecamp & gear transport\nMeals\nLodging\n\nWhat to Expect \nThis clinic is structured as a progressive learning weekend. Some time in a kayak should be under your belt before signing up (T2 or equivalent experience recommended)\, but a bombproof combat roll is not required. Day 1 focuses on refining core skills—edging\, bracing\, ferries\, eddy turns\, and rolling progressions—in a controlled setting. Day 2 applies those skills on a supported downriver run\, emphasizing reading water\, line choice\, communication\, and river safety. A full itinerary will be sent one week in advance. \nWhat to Bring (Additional) \n\nLayers and warm non-cotton clothing\nSunscreen and bug spray\nWater and snacks\nTowel and dry clothes\nWater shoes or strappy sandals\nSwimsuit or shorts\nOvernight gear (packing list provided)\n\nSuggested gear: a swimsuit\, a towel\, water shoes\, warm non-cotton layers\, and overnight gear (packing list provided; all paddling gear provided). \nCancellation Policy \nMore than 7 days prior to the program: Full refund\n3–7 days prior: 50% refund or full credit toward a future Skowhegan Outdoors program\nLess than 72 hours prior or no-show: No refund \nPrograms may be rescheduled or canceled by Skowhegan Outdoors due to weather\, water levels\, trail conditions\, or safety concerns. In these cases\, participants will receive a full refund or program credit.
URL:https://skowheganoutdoors.com/event/2-day-whitewater-kayaking-womens-only-t3-river-ready-skills-clinic-august-15-16-2026/
CATEGORIES:August,Elevate,Whitewater
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SUMMARY:Intro to Whitewater Kayaking | T1 Free Flatwater Clinic | August 28\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register!\n \n \nCurious about whitewater kayaking? This free Tier 1 (T1) flatwater clinic is the perfect first step. On calm water\, you will get comfortable in a kayak and learn the fundamentals—outfitting and safety\, getting in and out\, the wet exit\, and basic paddle strokes—in a relaxed\, low-pressure setting. \nAll gear is provided and no experience is required. T1 is the entry point to the Skowhegan Outdoors whitewater progression that continues with the paid T2 (moving water) and T3 (river-ready) clinics. \nSuggested gear: a swimsuit\, a towel\, water shoes or sandals\, and a change of dry clothes (all paddling gear provided).
URL:https://skowheganoutdoors.com/event/intro-to-whitewater-kayaking-t1-free-flatwater-clinic-august-28-2026/
CATEGORIES:August,Explore,Free,Whitewater
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SUMMARY:Full-Day Whitewater Kayaking | T2 Moving Water Skills Clinic | August 29\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register\n \n \nBuild Your Moving Water Skills \nA full-day Tier 2 (T2) whitewater kayaking clinic for paddlers ready to move from flatwater onto moving current. Building on T1 fundamentals\, this clinic focuses on eddy turns\, ferrying\, reading water\, and boat control on Class I–II whitewater in a supportive\, guided setting. \nProgram Type: Full-Day Guided Experience \nCost: $100 (under 18 are free!) \nIncludes: \n\nProfessional instruction\nWhitewater kayak\, paddle\, helmet\, PFD\nTransportation from Skowhegan & gear transport\nLunch\n\nWhat to Expect \nThis clinic builds confidence and control on moving water. We will begin the morning at the Basecamp Gear Library before traveling to the river\, warming up on fundamentals and progressing into eddy turns\, ferries\, peel-outs\, and reading current. Instruction emphasizes river safety\, smart decision-making\, and comfortable\, repeatable technique on forgiving Class I–II features. Comfort with a wet exit and basic strokes (T1 or equivalent experience) is recommended. A full itinerary will be sent one week in advance. \nSuggested gear: a swimsuit\, a towel\, water shoes or sandals\, and a change of dry clothes (all paddling gear provided). \nWhat to Bring (Additional) \n\nLayers\nSunscreen and bug spray\nWater and snacks\nTowel and dry clothes\nWater shoes or strappy sandals\nSwimsuit or shorts\n\nCancellation Policy \nMore than 7 days prior to the program: Full refund3–7 days prior: 50% refund or full credit toward a future Skowhegan Outdoors programLess than 72 hours prior or no-show: No refund \nPrograms may be rescheduled or canceled by Skowhegan Outdoors due to weather\, water levels\, trail conditions\, or safety concerns. In these cases\, participants will receive a full refund or program credit.
URL:https://skowheganoutdoors.com/event/full-day-whitewater-kayaking-t2-moving-water-skills-clinic-august-29-2026/
CATEGORIES:August,Elevate,Paddling,Whitewater
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