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We teach from our experience so yours will be more memorable.
Whether improving your skills and comfort on the water or pursuing an instructor certification, our ACA-certified staff can help!
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Summer lessons
at Evergreen Outfitters
Reservations Required
Reservations Required
quick start: kayaking or sup |
intro: kayaking or sup (level 1)Cost: $85.00 per person (group class) $100.00 private lesson Duration: 6 hours Location: Evergreen Outfitters Material: Basic safety knowledge, basic strokes, basic rescue techniques & equipment Class Size: Maximum of 5 students to 1 instructor Dates and times: Saturdays at 10:00am Click for a detailed course description: Kayak/SUP |
Level 2 (Essentials of Kayak/SUP), Level 3 (Coastal Kayaking), & Level 4 (Open-Water Kayaking)
available upon request. (716) 763-2266
available upon request. (716) 763-2266
multi-day kayaking workshops
Take a trip. Learn a skill. Surf the waves.
level 1Calm water, protected from wind, waves, & boat traffic.
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level 2Protected water near shore. Winds up to 10 knots, waves up to 1ft, current up to 1 knot.
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level 3Two of the following: 10-15 knot winds, 1-2 ft seas, 1-2 ft breaking waves (surf) 1-2 knot current.
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Level 4Three of the following: 10-20 knot winds, 2-4 ft seas, 2-4 ft surf, and 2-4 knot current.
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When you attend one of our multi-day workshops, you have the opportunity to participate at various levels.
Skills student:
Working to build comfort in various conditions or seeking an ACA Skills Assessment (a pre-requisite for instructor certification)
Trip Leader candidate:
A focus on group management and preparedness and for those seeking an ACA Trip Leader Assessment
Instructor candidate:
Working to build comfort in various conditions or seeking an ACA Skills Assessment (a pre-requisite for instructor certification)
Trip Leader candidate:
A focus on group management and preparedness and for those seeking an ACA Trip Leader Assessment
Instructor candidate:
- IDW (Instructor Development Workshop): This includes the development training course only for aspiring instructors. No exam days included.
- ICE (Instructor Certification Exam or Update): Exam for Instructor Candidates who have completed an IDW, or update for existing Instructors renewing their certification at the same or lower level.
- ICW (Instructor Certification Workshop): A full course (IDW & ICE) designed to promote effective teaching strategies and ample practice with actual student learners. Includes development training and exam required for instructor certification.
available courses
level 3-4
coastal kayaking workshops
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surf clinics
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read more about the SURF CLINIC
This skills workshop is for the intermediate paddler looking to learn to surf, have a chance to practice their surfing skills alongside advanced paddlers and instructors, or simply take a long weekend to play in the waves.
Level 2-3
coastal kayaking workshops
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TBD Summer 2025
Mayville, nyStay tuned for fall dates!
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read more about the l2-3 workshop
The 5-day event is structured as an ACA Level 2-3 Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (L2-3 ICW). Trip Leader candidates and skills students are also encouraged to join. Instructor Candidates will learn effective teaching techniques and be challenged to provide valuable feedback to create a powerful learning environment. Trip Leader candidates will focus on group management and preparedness. Skills students will be surrounded with coaches and receive ample one-on-one instruction.
We've chosen excellent venues for intermediate paddlers to learn and practice strokes and rescues. As those skills develop, you’ll learn to handle coastal challenges such as mild waves, surf, and current. With multiple Level 3-4 Instructors around for safety and coaching, you will be able to focus on pushing the envelope and learning in a "challenge by choice" environment.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
COST: $150/day (50% due at booking, balance 30 days prior to event). Group discounts available. A limited number of kayaks and equipment are available for rental upon request.
INSTRUCTOR TRAINER:
Mike Kingsley
Owner/Manager, Evergreen Outfitters
ACA Level 3 Coastal Kayak Instructor Trainer
ACA Level 4 Open Water Kayak Instructor
ACA Level 2 Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor
ACA Paddlesport Angler Endorsement
[email protected]
For more information or questions call: 716-763-2266
We've chosen excellent venues for intermediate paddlers to learn and practice strokes and rescues. As those skills develop, you’ll learn to handle coastal challenges such as mild waves, surf, and current. With multiple Level 3-4 Instructors around for safety and coaching, you will be able to focus on pushing the envelope and learning in a "challenge by choice" environment.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
COST: $150/day (50% due at booking, balance 30 days prior to event). Group discounts available. A limited number of kayaks and equipment are available for rental upon request.
INSTRUCTOR TRAINER:
Mike Kingsley
Owner/Manager, Evergreen Outfitters
ACA Level 3 Coastal Kayak Instructor Trainer
ACA Level 4 Open Water Kayak Instructor
ACA Level 2 Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor
ACA Paddlesport Angler Endorsement
[email protected]
For more information or questions call: 716-763-2266
