General Schedule (subject to change to accommodate individual group)
8:00 am – Volunteer arrival
9:00 am – Participants arrive to check-in, sign waivers and attest that they can swim and are comfortable in the water.
9:30 am – Program begins with on-land instruction, followed by on water kayaking
12:00 noon – Program Concludes
Equipment Shifting Gears United will provide kayaks, paddleboards, paddles and Pfd [personal floatation device]. Sgu has a limited supply of adaptive equipment which can be used to make your paddling experience enjoyable, functional and safe. Pfds are required to be properly worn by all participants while on the water. What to Wear/Bring Participants should wear appropriate clothing [no jeans, sweat pants, sweat shirts] and prepare to get wet. Footwear is encouraged as you may encounter sharp rocks or other objects. Also bring a hat, sunglasses with holders, prescriptive glasses holders, sunscreen, towels and other personal items as anticipated. We strongly suggest you Not bring important items like wallets, cell phones, cameras on the kayak. Refreshment will be provided.
Please notify our program director or instructors of any special requests or needs prior upon arrival.