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  USPS Boating Education
Paddle Smart Seminar

Welcome to the world of paddle sports.  You have joined (or soon will) the fastest growing part of boating.  According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association, kayaks and canoes accounted for some 54% of new boats sold in 2006 – over 493,000 crafts.  Kayaking, canoeing or rowing are enjoyable opportunities to get close to nature, have a great time, and get some quality exercise in the process.  This seminar is intended for those about to join the sport and those considering purchasing paddling equipment.

The seminar kit includes several handouts:

  • workbook for note-taking and reference
  • The Complete Sea Kayaker’s Handbook” by Shelly Johnson (msrp $18.95)
  • Off-Season Boating, Cold Shock & Hypothermia tri-fold

Optionally available but not part of the basic kit:  “Introduction to Paddling – canoeing basics for lakes and rivers” by the American Canoe Association.

Topics discussed in the seminar include:

  • terminology
  • equipment—minimum and optional
  • safety practices—including video clip examples
  • and, a few statistics

This class is held Saturday mornings at the Kittery Trading Post in the downstairs Katadin Room. For a map of the area and directions, click HERE.

Date: xx XXXX 2010
Time: 9am to 11am

Instructor(s): TBD
Course Price: All - $30.00 includes all course material and Instruction is FREE.

Advanced registration and payment is required.  To register for this class, please fill in the form below and click "Submit". Any information you provide will be treated as private (see our privacy statement). Please submit one registration per person.

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