ORCKA Basic Canoeing Certification

Safe Canoeing: This 3-hour course gives you essential safety, knowledge, and paddling skills to get you on the water for short paddles close to shore in good weather.
This course is recommended for beginners aged 9+. Paddlers must be able to hold a paddle properly, otherwise, they are considered passengers (no charge - maximum 1 per boat).
Price: $60 per person.
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Levels 1-3 Tandem Canoeing (2 people paddling in 1 boat): These courses (4-5 hours per level) provide hands-on training in topics such as equipment knowledge, selection, and care; safe canoeing procedures; day trip packing; introduction to rescues; launching and removing the canoe; entering and exiting; balance and trim; pivots; sideways displacement; paddling a straight line; stopping; lifts and carries. Level 3 also includes re-entering the canoe from the water; transporting canoes on vehicles; environmental awareness; windy weather precautions; and a short “canoe tour” of the venue. These courses are recommended for ages 12+.
Price: $75 per person per level*. Discounted price if taking all 3 levels over 2 days: $200 per person.

PUBLIC COURSES FOR 2025:
Level 1/2 - Sat. May 17, 8 am - 4 pm
Level 1/2 - Sat. June 14, 8 am - 4 pm
Level 1/2 - Sat. June 28, 8 am - 4 pm
Level 1/2 - Sat. July 19, 8 am - 4 pm

Level 3 - Sun. May 18, 8 am - 12 pm (*must already have Level 2 certification)
Level 3 - Sun. July 20, 8 am - 12 pm (*must already have Level 2 certification)

Level 4 (Solo) Canoeing: This 12-hour practical course is provided over two days. All Level 1-3 safety, knowledge and skills are reviewed and practised as a solo paddler. Additional time is spent looking at canoeing history. This course is recommended for ages 14+.
Price: $200 per person
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Private canoe technique coaching is available for $40 per person (solo) or $50 per boat (tandem) per hour.
Also, see the separate listing for WOMEN-ONLY courses.

*Ask about our discounted rate for non-profit organizations.
*There is a $10 discount (per boat) if using your own boat & safety equipment. Equipment must pass safety inspection to be used for a course.

Call or text 519 619-2961 or email heronadventures@gmail.ca for more information or to register.