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KAYAK: Beginner : Intro to Kayaking - 101

  • July 03, 2025
  • 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Queens Landing Boathouse and Environmental Center 57-28 2nd St, Long Island City
  • 5

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  • Registering as a Kayak Paddler. Make sure you've been assessed for the skill level of this trip before registering.
  • Only select this if you have been assessed as a NBCB Kayak Trip Assistant.

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Intro to Kayaking - 101

Come out with us and learn the basics of kayaking: how to select your kayak, paddle, gear, get in and out of the boat, paddle forward, etc. We’ll start with on-land instruction, then head out on the water to apply what we’ve covered and practice boat control. 

This trip is intended for first- or second-time paddlers who are excited to get on the water but haven’t had the chance yet. 

If you haven't yet, please fill out the self assessment. Thanks =)

  • Skill level: Beginner (see what this means here)
  • Meet: 4:30pm sharp at Queens Landing in LIC
  • Launch: 5:30pm
  • Slack is 5:34pm ebb begins (31st off Manhattan)
  • Return & Release: 7:00pm
  • Trip leader: Klaus. S & Kandice. S kandicekschmidt+nbcb@gmail.com  (co-leading)
  • What to wear and bring
           No jeans or other heavy cotton clothing
           Remember to bring water, a snack and change of clothes


Our beginner trips usually have a very active wait list - last minute cancellations or "no shows" could impact your ability to register for future trips.
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