SEA KAYAK CAROLINA CALENDAR
Upcoming Activities
NOTE: Scheduled sea kayak tours and classes are just the beginning of what we offer – if you would like to schedule a custom paddling trip or kayak lesson please call us at (843) 225-7969 or send us
with your contact information and an idea of what activity interests you and when.
SKC provides sea kayaks, paddles, skirts and PFDs for all participants.
Wondering What to Bring on a SKC Trip?
SEA KAYAK CLASSES, TOURS and EVENTS
Sunday, October 5 - Sea Kayak Carolina's staff of ACA Open Water Coastal Kayak instructors will be leading the "lake and lock trip" as part of the Berkeley Blueways Paddlefest. Sea kayak and all equipment for only $25! Call us at (843) 225-7969 to register today - space is limited!
Saturday, October 11 - Join us for the first annual Lowcountry Paddlers Kayak and Gear Swap Meet. Everyone is invited to join the Lowcountry Paddlers for a kayak and gear swap meet. The swap meet will be hosted by Sea Kayak Carolina on James Island from 10 a.m. thru 4 p.m. Free food, drink and music! Tape an envelope with your name and price to the items that you want to sell. Socialize and swap sea stories while making big bucks from your used kayaks and gear. Call (843) 225-7969 for more information.
October 17 thru October 21 - BCU Week at Tybee Island, Georgia. Check out Sea Kayak Georgia online for more details.
Sunday, October 19 – Introduction to Kayaking. This is a crash course in kayaking – you’ll learn how to be safe and have fun as you begin to kayak. Topics include: safety, boat fit, getting in and out of your kayak (gracefully), basic paddle strokes, wet exit – $50.
Saturday, October 25 – Introduction to Sea Kayak Surfing. Join us for an introduction to handling your sea kayak in the surf. We’ll cover launching, landing, and, of course, bracing (your best friend in the surf). 4 hours – $60.
Sunday, October 26 – Strokes and Maneuvers - learn to turn! And go straight, and stop, and move sideways, and more! $50
October 31 thru November 2 - ACA National Instructor Conference in Fredericksburg, Virginia. http://www.acanet.org for more details.
Saturday, November 1 – Introduction to Kayaking. This is a crash course in kayaking – you’ll learn how to be safe and have fun as you begin to kayak. Topics include: safety, boat fit, getting in and out of your kayak (gracefully), basic paddle strokes, wet exit – $50.
Sunday, November 2 – Rescue class - Learn and practice potentially lifesaving skills in this fun on-water class. (Don't forget; you'll get wet!) $50
November 7 thru November 10 - ACA Level 3 (Basic) Instructor Development Workshop (IDW) and Instructor Certification Exam (ICE). Hosted by Florida Bay Outfitters, this IDW/ICE will be led by Karen Knight and Bob Foote, assisted by Scott Szczepaniak. Contact Florida Bay Outfitters to register or for more information.
COMING in 2009
April 17 - 19, 2009 - East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information!
Join Us
Please call Sea Kayak Carolina at (843) 225-7969 to register for any of our sea kayak classes or guided kayaking tours.
See the Classes and Tours pages for complete listings and contact us if you'd like to schedule a custom trip or lesson for yourself or your group.
–Thank You!
Don't forget – In addition to our selection of sea kayaks, we're proud to carry paddles by Werner and Epic. Visit our paddling accessories page to learn more about these excellent paddles and some of the other paddling and safety gear we're carrying.