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Kayak 101
This is a great way to learn about the sport of whitewater kayaking during the colder months. We will bring the boats down to the pool where you have the opportunity to learn about boat fit, wet exits, and a variety of paddle strokes. We will sometimes end the session with a game of kayak basketball or polo. For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge, skill or physical ability (Level 1).
Date: February 2
Date: February 16
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Cost: $5.00 |
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Kayak Eskimo Roll
Tired of having to wet exit every time you flip in a kayak? This class will go over the fundamentals for learning how to Eskimo Roll in a Kayak. You may bring your own boat or use one of ours. We will spend about 30 minutes to view a film illustrating the basic principals then use our pool to begin to learn the mechanics. Depending on how comfortable you are in a kayak you may need to attend several practices sessions before experiencing success – but our leaders will be there to help you along the way! No required knowledge or skill related to adventure activities but requires good physical ability.
Date: February 9
Date: February 23
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Cost: $5.00 |
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Canoeing on the Shenandoah River
Enjoy being out on the water? Join us on a canoe adventure where you will forget all about the pace of campus life and spend time watching blue herons, bald eagles, and osprey in their natural habitat. Our single day trip usually are spent on the nearby South Fork of the Shenandoah between the towns of Shenandoah and Luray. We make it a point to stop along the way for a riverside picnic lunch. For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge or skill related to canoeing required.
Date: April 15, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Register by April 12 at UREC with FLEX.
Date: April 29, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Register by April 26 at UREC with FLEX.
Cost: $35.00 |
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Sea Kayak Weekend
This is your opportunity to experience the wonderful world of sea kayaking! Enjoy a night camping on the beach and a day on the water learning how to paddle and navigate a sea kayak. Be prepared to get wet! This will be an overnight trip leaving on Friday and returning late Saturday evening. So pack your overnight bag and head to the ocean. This trip is open to all those who are interested. No required knowledge, or skill, but some physical ability is required.
Date: April 13 (5pm) - April 14 (10pm), 2012
Register by April 11 at UREC with FLEX.
Pre-Trip Meeting: April 11, 8pm (UREC Equipment Center)
Cost: $65 (includes 3 meals and equipment) |
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White Water Rafting Weekend
Come experience “wild and wonderful” West Virginia in a whole new way. We will be heading to the New River Gorge for this excursion, with some of the best white water and scenic views in the country. Be prepared to get wet as you experience some of the best white water in the country. On Friday night we will camp out and cook a group dinner. This trip is open to all those who are interested. Ability to swim is required.
Date: April 20 (5pm) - April 21 (10pm), 2012
Register by April 9 at UREC with FLEX.
Pre-Trip Meeting: April 9, 8pm (UREC Equipment Center)
Cost: $180 (includes wetsuit, camping and 3 meals) |
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River Kayaking
We will introduce you to all the gear, find the correct boat for you, and make sure you gain experience handling and exiting the boat before we go to the river. We will be paddling part of the Shenandoah River that offers a few easy obstacles and small rapids. We will provide all equipment, instruction, and transportation.This class is designed for the participant who is new to the sport of white water kayaking. No required knowledge, skill or physical ability.
Date: April 22, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Register by April 18 at UREC with FLEX.
Pool Session: April 19, 2012, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $40.00 |
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View the 2009 Slideshow (9/27)!
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White Water Kayaking
This trip is designed for the participant that has felt successful in the River Kayak program or who has previous whitewater kayaking experience. We will review boat handling and exiting basics in the pool before heading out to the Balcony Falls Section of the James River. This section of the James offer a number of class I-II rapids with one super fun class III ledge drop that is fun to surf and play in. This program requires good physical ability.
Not offered Spring 2011.
Cost: $40.00
Wellness Passport |
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Family Weekend Canoeing
Come out and enjoy the beauty of the valley as we canoe on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. We will paddle “Lake Shenandoah,” a flat-water-section in northeastern Rockingham County about 30 minutes from JMU. Basic and safety instruction will be covered. Snacks are provided, so all you need to bring are your paddling clothes and shoes. For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge, skill or physical ability (Level 1). Program meets at the UREC loading dock. We will be back before the football game kickoff. Registration is limited to 16 participants.
Not offered Spring 2012.
Cost: $25.00
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Kayak Skills Practice Session
This is your opportunity to practice and learn new kayak skills. We will be there to help you with your Eskimo Roll, paddle strokes, or just becoming more comfortable in a kayak. For those who are new to adventure programs. No required knowledge, skill or physical ability.
Not offered Spring 2012..
Cost: $5.00
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