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Introduction to Canoeing

The Canoe was North Americas first means of mass-transit and never has there been a better watercraft capable of navigating vast stretches of rivers and transporting large amounts of supplies. Modern canoes of today are made out of woven fibercloth and polyethylene but they have changed much from the days of our ancestors in shape or design. In this class we explore the canoe from design and construction, History and use as well as plenty of time out on the water learning canoe strokes and boat handling. This class will prepare you for flatwater canoeing and familiarize you with paddling tidal estuaries. This class is a prerequisite for Canoe II and is open to everyone with a sense of adventure.

Cost: $75 see calendar for upcoming dates and time

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming events for July -August
Last updated 10:00pm

Trinidad Bay Whale watching tours. All summer long, Kayak with Our resident summer pod of Humpback whales. No prior experience nec. All equipment and instruction provided--$75 (call ahead 4 reservation)

RENTALS available everyday just give us a call to make sure were around otherwise were just ten minutes away.
(707) 443-5157

Full moon Kayak Tour
Fri. July 26th 7pm-9pm
Flashlights required. all are welcome. $50pp

** Gift Certificates now available **

Enjoy some romance on the water. Sunset paddles every Friday 6-8pm $50 (wine and cheese served- 21 and over only)

Comprehensive Sea-kayaking weekend. August 14-15 (all day) $175
learn everything you need to know about Sea-kayaking from Humboldts top Kayak instruction team.

Baja Mexico Sea-Kayak adventure. Island hopping in the Sea of Cortez
Nov 20th-26th 2010.$1150 pp limited space, call for details

Be sure to check our Online Calendar for a complete list of upcoming events.

Latest News

July 13th 2010
10:00pm

The summer kayaking season is in full swing and the Humboats crew has been busy hauling kayaks and gear around to all of Humboldt county\'s hotspots. We can be found guiding whale watching trips by kayak out of Trinidad Bay or running kayak/swimming tours in the refreshingly cool South fork Eel river.

Our dockside shop on Woodley island marina is the best place around for easy access to the water with the counties largest rental fleet of kayaks and canoes including tandems and 3 person boats.

**Our rental shop will** be closed from July 18-24th. Tours are are available by reservation.
Call (707)443-5157

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Photo of the Week

Paddler: Lydia and Ranger the dog
Photographer: Click on photo for full pic
Comments: Even mans best friend enjoys a relaxing paddle out on the waters of Humboldt bay.

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