Whitewater Kayaking & Canoeing
Learn river running strategies, safety & rescue, surfing, and river play from ACA certified instructors
Introduction To Whitewater Paddling
Dates: September 2026 Dates TBD
Location: Wolf River, Camp Gardener Dam, White Lake WI.
Learn foundational skills for Whitewater Kayak or Canoe. Develop correct habits from the start and improve quickly with less chance of injury.
Instructors will take you through a step-by-step learning progression leading to comfort with paddling up to class 2+ rivers. Includes surfing and rolling instruction. See the ACA Whitewater Kayaking Course Outline for details on course curriculum. (Canoeists please contact us for curriculum.)
Most of the river portion of this course will take place on the Wolf River, a National Scenic Waterway, with Lodging at Boy Scout Camp Gardner Dam, a heated bunkhouse with kitchens & showers. You can meet us there or take the van with us from Cornucopia.
For more information check out the course information packet.
Tuition: $595 includes all gear, food, lodging, and transportation.
Please contact us with questions or to be put on the list for future whitewater trips and courses.
Whitewater Rendezvous
Dates & Times: April 23-26. Thursday 9am -> Sunday 3pm
Location: Camp Gardener Dam, White Lake WI.
This is a part social, part instructional event for kayakers or canoeists with previous experience paddling on class 2. (Can control your boat in current)
You'll connect with other paddlers and take your skills to the next level through sharing and coaching from experienced instructors and other paddlers.
We'll have our choice of area rivers including the wild and scenic Wolf River near Langlade WI, as well as the Peshtigo, Oconto, and other local waterways depending upon water levels and interests. Each day we'll split into groups based on goals, comfort, and safety.
Lodging will be at Scout Camp Gardner Dam, with heated bunkhouse and camping options for those who prefer sleeping outside. Kitchens & showers provided. Having this heated space allows us to hang out, warm up and dry our gear!
Registration: $395 includes food, kitchen, group lodging in bunk rooms, coaching. You must have a way to move your equipment, but some shuttles will be available depending upon paddling venue.
Add-Ons: (Contact Us for details and to reserve)
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$80 for kayak equipment. (kayak, paddle, pfd, sprayskirt, helmet) Dagger Mambas are standard.
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$100 For the opportunity to gain a level 2, 3 or 4 ACA River Kayak 'Skills Assessment', great for those working towards a future ACA Leadership or Instructor certification.
You bring: All water-wear (Dry suit or top recommended) personal items, toiletries/towels, and sleep system.
