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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/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) 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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nov 10-13, 2023: St augustine, fl "Beating the bump" open/rough water training
Hosted by Tom Nickels of Riverwind Kayak, this popular multi-day event is an excellent opportunity for kayakers of intermediate level or higher to learn how to paddle and lead groups safely in open water, surf, and tidal currents. Topics covered include intermediate strokes, bracing, rolling, surfing, towing, and rescues, as well as navigation, reading conditions, and identifying safe zones. The stellar group of instructors, coming in from all over the country, will work directly with you to help you meet the challenge.
This event is also designed to provide the aspiring sea kayak instructor the opportunity to teach and earn credit for a Level 4 Skills Assessment, Trip Leader Assessment, Instructor Development Workshop (IDW), Instructor Certification Exam (ICE), or Update.
Whether you'd like to upgrade your Instructor or Trip Leader certification, or you just want to take your skills to the next level, this event is for you!
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Cost is $150 per person per day, or $525 for all four days. Group discounts are available. Limited rental equipment and/or kayaks are available on a first-come, first served basis.
Tom Nickels of Riverwind Kayak is an American Canoe Association Level 4 Open Water Kayak Instructor Trainer.
This event is also designed to provide the aspiring sea kayak instructor the opportunity to teach and earn credit for a Level 4 Skills Assessment, Trip Leader Assessment, Instructor Development Workshop (IDW), Instructor Certification Exam (ICE), or Update.
Whether you'd like to upgrade your Instructor or Trip Leader certification, or you just want to take your skills to the next level, this event is for you!
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Cost is $150 per person per day, or $525 for all four days. Group discounts are available. Limited rental equipment and/or kayaks are available on a first-come, first served basis.
Tom Nickels of Riverwind Kayak is an American Canoe Association Level 4 Open Water Kayak Instructor Trainer.
feb 24-26, 2024: ST AUGUSTINE, FL surf clinic
This 3 day 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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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). 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
mike@evergreen-outfitters.com
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). 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
mike@evergreen-outfitters.com
For more information or questions call: 716-763-2266
JAN 29-FEB 2, 2024: ST PETERSBURG, FL
Our primary classroom will be the Tampa Bay Watch nature center, located at the edge of Shell Key Preserve. Based on conditions, we may paddle in any or all of the following areas:
1. Shell Key Preserve inland waters & Bunce’s Pass
2. Fort De Soto State Park
3. Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge
4. Egmont Key
5. War Veterans Memorial Park & Dog Leg Key
1. Shell Key Preserve inland waters & Bunce’s Pass
2. Fort De Soto State Park
3. Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge
4. Egmont Key
5. War Veterans Memorial Park & Dog Leg Key
MAR 31-APR 4, 2024: AMELIA ISLAND, FL
Based on conditions, we may paddle in any or all of the following areas:
1. Fort George Inlet
2. Nassau Sound
3. Intracoastal Waterway off of Fort Clinch State Park
4. Cumberland Island, GA
1. Fort George Inlet
2. Nassau Sound
3. Intracoastal Waterway off of Fort Clinch State Park
4. Cumberland Island, GA
SEPT 30-OCT 4, 2024: MURRELLS INLET, SC
Based on conditions, paddling venues may include any or all of the following areas:
- Murrells Inlet
- Midway Inlet
- Pawley's Island
LEVEL 1-2
coastal kayaking WORKSHOPS
This 1-day course is being offered as a Level 1-2 (Coastal) Kayak Instructor Update/Upgrade. L2 instructors will seek an update; L1 instructors are encouraged to pursue an upgrade to L2 but are welcome to attend seeking an L1 update.
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