Our Programs

Summer Camps Beginner Sprint Program High Perform. Sprint Progr. Paddling Lessons Paddling Technique Development War Canoe Program

This program focuses on water safety, skill development, care of the equipment, a team atmosphere and an all around good time with new friends. BCKC provides the participants with very stable boats and the opportunity to advance to more skilled boats as they improve. The youth will be taught this unique sport by our nationally certified coaches.

Camps will focus on:
  • Introduction to the sport and the equipment
  • Introduction to safe boating practices
  • Introduction to Olympic Racing Canoes and Kayaks
  • Learning basic canoe and kayak skills and strokes
  • Learning racing rules and techniques
  • Developing racing skills and a love for the sport
  • Experiencing how fun canoe and kayak racing can be!

To register fill out the registration form

Program Information:
Ages best suited for this program Boys and Girls age 8-14
Dates of program for 2008
  • July 1 – 4 (4 days)
  • July 7 – 11
  • July 14 – 18
  • July 21 – 25
  • July 28 – August 1
  • August 5 – 8 (4 days)
  • August 11 – 15
  • August 18 – 22
  • August 25 – 29
 
Frequency of sessions Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Price for Program

$105 per week
$85 for the 4 day weeks

Price includes Non-competitive insurance
After camp care

3:00pm – 5:00pm

Additional $15 for two hours or $10 for one hour, payable and reserved in advance.
Requirements Swimming competency, Aqua Quest 5 or equivalent. Basically the child must be comfortable around and in water.
Is previous canoe/kayak experience required?  No
Is full membership at BCKC required to take part in this program? No
How do I register for this program? Fill out this form!
If you have questions about the program, contact
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Now - what should I bring to the camp?
  • Bathing suit
  • Shorts or track pants (Jeans are not recommended)
  • T-shirt/ long sleeve or long underwear if the weather is cool
  • A water bottle
  • A towel for after the camp
  • A change of clothes (warm clothing as well)
  • Shoes are not allowed in the boats; bring sandals or water shoes (or bare feet) for on-water activities
  • Socks and sneakers for off-water activities
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Lunch

    PLEASE LEAVE YOUR CELL PHONES AT HOME. We are not responsible for wet cell phones.
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