Thursday June 25th

All day - (On your own) Venture in early and explore the area, warm up your kayaks, and set up camp. 

• 10-5: pick up gear rentals if needed at local outfitter of your choice

• 6-8pm: Symposium check in at Green Shed, Cornucopia beach area​​​

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Friday, June 26th

• 8:00- 8:45 Registration / Social time/ WELCOME

• 8:30 - Drysuit check out

• 9-12: Skills Shakedown - Warm up and cool down with coaches!

• 12: Lunch break. Local options available

• 1-4: Stay & Play Options​

  • Rescues

  • Strokes & Maneuvers

  • Conditions Dependent Option

• 1-4: On the move options

  • Spirit Point Shakedown​

• 1-4: Family Youth Programs

• 3-5: Boat demo beach open ala Current Designs/Sanborn Canoe

• 5 - 7 Dinner (Included with registration) @ The Fish Shed On The Harbor  Fish, Pork, Veggie & GF options available. Open bar. 

• 6:30-8 Gear Swap - Parking - lot near Green Shed

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Saturday, June 27th

• 8 -8:30: Yoga & Stretching for Paddlers w/ Joy 

• 8-9: Coffee & social time. 8:45 weather talk

• 9-11:15: Stay & Play Options

  • Spirit Point Paddle

  • Rescue Romp

  • Strokes & Concepts

  • Navigation Station 

• 9-12: Boat demo beach open ala Current Designs/Sanborn Canoe 

• 9-4: Full Day On The Move Options

  9-4: Vendor & Information Booths​ open @ picnic pavilion

  • ​Little Sand Bay Adventure

  • Aventure may vary depending on conditions and group goals

• 12ish-4 PM - 1/2 day options

• • Family/Youth Programs

  • Rolling clinic

  • Skills tune up

  • Rescue Romp​

• 6-7:30: Dinner at the Community Center

  • ​Raffle - proceeds to benefit Youth Programming in 2027

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​​​Sunday, June 28th​

• 8 -8:30: Yoga & Stretching for Paddlers w/ Joy 

• 8-9: Coffee & social time. 8:45 weather update

• 9-12: Stay & Play Options

  • Sea Kayaker First Aid

  • Navigation Station

  • Adaptive Paddling Session

• 9-12: On The Move Options​

  • Meyers Beach Sea Caves
  • Rolling Clinic​

• 9-12: Boat demo beach open ala Current Designs/Sanborn Canoe

• 1: Event Closing​

 

Interested in a post-symposium overnight trip out in the islands? Need a ride to the event? Looking to borrow some gear? Join our Discussion Group

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:​

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Gear Swap​

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For 2026 we’re moving the gear swap into a community-based bazaar.  Vendors can slang their wares near the Green Shed and take payment at their leisure.  Freshwater Paddler Symposium Merch will be available at this time as well.

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Strokes and Maneuvers

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Want to maximize your maneuverability in your kayak?  In this session we’ll refine our general boat handling skills to travel smarter not harder whilst having a play on the water.

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Rescue Romp

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Sea Kayaking is a watersport!!  In this session we’ll immerse ourselves in efficient and effective ways to rescue ourselves, and paddling partners WHEN we end up in the water. 

 

Spirit Pointe Shakedown

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In this session we’ll explore the shoreline features and sights on the way to and from Spirit Point.  A stellar place to practice boat handling skills and possible scenarios depending on the group’s goals.

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Family Paddling Program

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How to help your kids fall in love with paddling and the outdoors.

In this workshop you will learn tips about gear and safety, practice fun skill building games and strategies for paddling with Pre K through HighSchool.

 

Age appropriate trips and food will also be addressed. Some content will be participant driven.

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Rolling

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In this session coaches will work with participants to learn to roll their kayak or refine skills with a current roll.  This life-long skill enhances body-boat connection and elevates paddlers’ confidence on the water.  Coaches are versed with traditional rolling with greenland paddles and conventional techniques with modern euro paddles.

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Navigation Station

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Looking to boost your knowledge with chart work?  We’ll get involved with the basics in on-water navigation and tune into the tips of the trade to ensure you know where you are, where you’re going and how long it should take to get there.

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Sea Kayaker First Aid

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Medical incidents don’t take vacations.  We’ll explore common paddlesport related injuries, first aid kit recommendations and what YOU can do to keep yourself and others well-cared for on your paddlesport adventures.

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Adaptive Paddling Session

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Join Conny Simes from Wilderness Inquiry and explore the amazing world of adaptive paddlesports.  Through innovative design, gear and activity adaptations, we can make sure that the outdoor space is accessible to all users regardless of ability.

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Little Sand Bay Adventure

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This Day Journey will launch from Little Sand Bay and explore open water crossings and potential island hopping have to offer.  Depending on conditions and the group’s goals, the crew will head over to Sand Island to take in the sights and sounds of the sea caves and unique shoreline.  Alternatively, the group may explore York Island and the views of the Archipelago to the east. 

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Meyers Beach Sea Caves

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Join the crew and explore the iconic mainland sea caves at Meyers Beach.  Coaches will use the shoreline dynamics to challenge skills and build in scenarios to align with the group’s goals.  Arguably one of the best playgrounds on the south shore.