# Event Details - **Event Name**: Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Building on the information covered in Basic Skills, Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills is a two-day course that moves participants beyond flatwater kayaking and into the sport of sea kayaking. The course is conducted in slightly rougher water than Basic Kayak, aiming to develop the paddler’s comfort. There is a strong focus on re-entry techniques as well as the skills required to safely plan and execute a day trip with friends (for example, navigation & route planning, weather interpretation, proper clothing/gear.) Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to confidently paddle in class-1 conditions in the company of one or more paddlers with similar skills or knowledge. The paddler should be self-reliant yet an asset to the group and an active participant, willing and able to assist others if they need assistance. Typical Course Length: 16 hours of instruction (2 days). Course Water Class: This course runs in Class-1 conditions which are described as: Non-challenging waters with mild wind effect (0-20 km/h or 0–11 knots), little or no current (0-1 km/h or 0–0.5 knots), uninterrupted easy landing options, and ready access to land-based assistance. Sea state is calm to light chop. Course Topics Re-Entry Skills: Solo re-entry Assisted re-entry Towing Paddling Skills: Launching and landing Forward and reverse strokes Stopping Sweep stroke Draw stroke Low brace Stern rudder Edge control Knowledge: Equipment and equipment care Communication Route planning and basic navigation techniques Half day kayak journey Weather Sea state Risk assessment and mitigation Cold issues and sun safety Impact of kayakers on the environment History and heritage Vehicle boat tie down Kayaking community and resources Course Prerequisites: Certification - Paddle Canada Basic Kayak skills certification or equivalent skill and knowledge at the discretion of the course director. Paddling Experience: Five kayaking excursions (2 or 3 hours) in class-0 conditions. Can execute a controlled wet exit in class-0 conditions. Can perform a simple assisted re-entry in class-0 conditions. Location: Dick Murphy Park - Campbell River, BC What's Included? 2 full days of instruction by a certified Paddle Canada instructor, certification upon successful completion of the course Kayak Paddle Sprayskirt Pump Paddle float PFD Whistle 15m buoyant heaving line Please Bring: Immersion apparel (drysuit, wetsuit, etc.) Lunch and snacks Water Sun protection (glasses, hat, sunscreen) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/campbell-river/paddle-canada-sea-kayak-level-1-skills/200030144451808 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 14 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Campbell River - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Dick Murphy Park, Campbell River, B.C. - **lat**: 50.0086682 - **long**: -125.2403293 - **full address**: Dick Murphy Park, Campbell River, B.C., Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1544567963de28d941f425637d6cfd67c4a9a7679fd7277ff1023bcf4ab7aff4-rimg-w1200-h800-dc131b17-gmir?v=1781222287 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills being held? - **A:** Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills takes place on Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Dick Murphy Park, Campbell River, B.C., Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills? - **A:** Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills is organized by Creek2Coast Paddlesports. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Campbell River, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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