PADDLE CANADA: INTRO TO SEA KAYAKING
Learn the fundamentals of sea kayaking - basic strokes, assisted rescues, theories, and safety! You’ll gain a solid foundation of paddling skills and confidence to paddle with others. Includes Paddle Canada certification.
$175 (full day)

CLINIC: BASIC STROKES & SAFETY
Learn the basic kayaking skills and strokes, clothing and safety equipment, launching and landing, injury prevention, risk assessment.
$80 (3.5 hrs)

CLINIC: RESCUES
Review basic kayaking strokes and learn how to wet exit and assisted rescues.
$80 (3.5 hrs)

SOUTH GEORGIAN BAY INSTRUCTIONAL TOURS
Enjoy a guided tour of the scenic shoreline of South Georgian Bay with the Niagara Escarpment rising in the background. We’ll share mindful moments and paddling tips along the way!
$150 (3.5 hrs)

GUIDED / CUSTOM TOURS
Need a guide? I’d love to take you - and your friends - for a guided tour of the sights along the scenic shoreline of South Georgian Bay and beyond. Paddling out to Nottawasaga Lighthouse - or exploring the many beaches of the Saugeen Bruce Peninsula. Prices vary depending on location.

Gift certificates are available too! The gift of adventure - an empowering experience to cherish forever xo

Note: Lessons and guided tours include a kayak, paddle, PFD, whistle, leash. Prices do not include HST, i.e. to be added upon payment. All participants must sign a waiver. Serving Meaford, Thornbury, Collingwood and surrounding areas.

Cancellation: We reserve the right to cancel any program with less than 24 hours notice due to changing weather conditions, such as strong winds or thunderstorms. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but your safety and well-being is our top priority. You will have the choice to reschedule or receive a full refund.

PS I’m away for most of the summer of 2024 - as a kayak guide with Adventure Canada in the Arctic! As such, availability may be limited - but reach out and ask!

If you have any questions or are interested in private sessions, custom experiences or gift certificates , feel free to send me an email at marissa.riseandshine@gmail.com

Land Acknowledgement: We acknowledge the Traditional Territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. And further give thanks to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Nawash, now known as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, as the traditional keepers of this land.