Lessons
Introduction to Kayaking
$89/Person
Time
5 p.m.
Event Duration
90 Mins
Skill Level
All
Cost
$89/Person
Feed your adventurous spirit, as well as your hunger, on our deliciously sweet Sunset & S’mores guided kayak tour. This quick, family-friendly tour is perfect for all skill levels. The journey ends at the Athletic Club, where we provide the perfect sunset view on the Fox River, S’mores, and the opportunity to make new friends around the campfire.
The tour begins at the Aurora Athletic Club, where participants will park their cars and be shuttled up to North Aurora Island Park. Upon arrival at the park, participants will be given paddles and personal flotation devices, sized for kayaks, and receive dryland instruction for the following skills:
- How to kayak in a straight line
- How to steer
- How to stop
- How to stay upright and comfortable
Once the instruction is over, the guide will assist you in getting your boat into the water, and you’ll be ready to start your trip! Participants must be 15 years of age and at least 100lbs. To be in a tandem kayak with an adult, children must be at least 30 pounds and be able to follow directions.
Howling Wolfe Canoe and Kayak Provides:
- Kayak
- Personal floatation device (PFD)
- Shuttle
- Paddle
- Guide
- S’mores
- Sunset views
Behind North Aurora Village Hall
25 E State St. North Aurora, IL 60542
Introduction to River Kayaking
$89/Person
Time
5 p.m.
Event Duration
90 Mins
Skill Level
All
Cost
$89/Person
Are you new to River kayaking and looking for a professional to show you the ropes? Then this class is a great fit for you!
In this relaxed paced class we will cover the basic fundamentals of kayaking such as:
- Reading rivers such as eddys and what different ripples mean
- Kayak nomenclature
- Proper paddling technique
- How to properly launch and land a kayak
- Basics of water safety
- Trip planning
- Much more!
Howling Wolfe Canoe and Kayak Provides:
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Personal floatation device (PFD)
- A Certified Instructor
Aurora Athletic Club
Introduction to Kayaking Level 2
$89/Person
Time
5 p.m.
Event Duration
90 Mins
Skill Level
All
Cost
$89/Person
Are you new to River kayaking and looking for a professional to show you the ropes? Then this class is a great fit for you!
In this relaxed paced class we will cover the basic fundamentals of kayaking such as:
- Reading rivers such as eddys and what different ripples mean
- Kayak nomenclature
- Proper paddling technique
- How to properly launch and land a kayak
- Basics of water safety
- Trip planning
- Much more!
Howling Wolfe Canoe and Kayak Provides:
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Personal floatation device (PFD)
- A Certified Instructor
Behind North Aurora Village Hall
25 E State St. North Aurora, IL 60542
Kayak Rescues & Recovery
$89/Person
Time
3 p.m.
Event Duration
90 Mins
Skill Level
All
Cost
$89/Person
Have you recently purchased a kayak and want to make sure you’re prepared in the event of a capsize? Then this class is a great fit for you!
In this class we will learn what to do in the event of a capsize, from both the victim and rescuer perspective. We will cover the following:
- Swim to shore
- Deep water solo reentry
- Assisted deep water reentry
- T Rescue
There is no pre required class, please dress to get wet!
Howling Wolfe Canoe and Kayak Provides:
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Personal floatation device (PFD)
- A Certified Instructor
Jericho Lake
41.739291007854234, -88.38271772689862, North Aurora, IL 60542
