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SUMMARY:Canoecopia
DESCRIPTION:Join us at at this year’s Canoecopia event in Madison\, Wisconsin. \nI will have two presentation topics at this year’s event. When I’m not on stage\, you’ll be able to find me supporting P&H Sea Kayaks/Pyranha Kayaks at their booth on the show floor\, as well as recording segments for the Paddling the Blue podcast. \n5 Things I Wish Someone Told Me When I Started Kayaking \n\nFriday – 5:30-6:15 pm – BWCA\nSaturday – 9:30 10:15 am – Superior\n\nIt sounds easy…buy a boat\, put it in the water\, start paddling. Let’s talk about what you need\, what you don’t\, and more to make a paddler’s first or 50th day on the water full of smiles. Come to this safe space where we’ll explore all those questions that you’ve been afraid to ask but need to know. \nSand dunes\, lighthouses\, and cherry pie: Sea Kayaking Michigan’s Grand Traverse Region \n\nSaturday – 12:30-1:15 pm – Algonquin\n\nEnjoy bluebird days with Caribbean blue water while visiting lighthouses\, towering dunes\, and shipwrecks by day and breweries\, wineries\, and great restaurants by night. We will explore some of the most intriguing sea kayaking destinations in northwest lower Michigan along with historical and cultural resources of the area. \nGet your admission tickets to the World’s Largest Paddlesports Expo!
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/canoecopia-2024/
LOCATION:Alliant Energy Center\, 1919 Alliant Energy Way\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Land workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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SUMMARY:Quiet Adventures Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this year’s Quiet Adventures Symposium event in Lansing\, MI \nI will have four different presentation topics at this year’s event: \nPower to the Paddle: Exercises to Improve Your Paddling – 9:30-10:30 am – Demonstration Stage \nGet ready to move in this fun\, hands-on session where you’ll learn and practice functional exercises to help you paddle longer\, faster\, and stronger. Learn simple exercises requiring little or no equipment that will make you a better paddler\, build endurance\, and prevent injury. Join us to improve your outdoor experience and become the best paddler you can be. \nSand dunes\, lighthouses\, and cherry pie: Sea kayaking Michigan’s Grand Traverse region – 12:00-12:45 pm – Grand River Room \nEnjoy bluebird days with Caribbean blue water while visiting lighthouses\, towering dunes\, and shipwrecks by day and breweries\, wineries\, and great restaurants by night. We will explore some of the most intriguing sea kayaking destinations in northwest lower Michigan along with historical and cultural resources of the area. \n5 Things I Wish Someone Told Me When I Started Kayaking – 2:15-3:00 pm – Main Stage Auditorium \nIt sounds easy…buy a boat\, put it in the water\, start paddling. Let’s talk about what you need\, what you don’t\, and more to make a paddler’s first or 50th day on the water full of smiles. Come to this safe space where we’ll explore all those questions that you’ve been afraid to ask but need to know. \nPerfectly Pack your Kayak for a Multi-Day Trip – 3:15-4:00 pm – – Demonstration Stage \nLoading your personal and shared group gear in your boat is both art and science. This hands-on workshop will equip you with tips and tricks to pack your kit for a dry\, safe and enjoyable multi-day journey without having to cut the handle off your toothbrush. \nGet your admission tickets to the Quiet Adventures Symposium!
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/quiet-adventures-symposium/
LOCATION:MSU Pavilion\, 4301 Farm Lane\, Lansing\, MI\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Land workshops
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SUMMARY:CPR / AED / First Aid Certification (NMC)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive class combines video with hands-on practical experience on the latest CPR skills\, AED use\, and basic first aid knowledge. \nASHI Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid training program provides an ideal training solution for schools\, child care providers\, youth sports coaches\, and others required to learn how to respond to medical emergencies involving adults\, children and infants. This versatile program is based upon the 2020 CPR and First Aid Guidelines; and other evidence-based treatment recommendations. \n\nPre-registration is required. \nClass size is limited to 10 participants. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to spend time seated\, standing\, and on the floor practicing. \nAll equipment\, digital student materials\, and certification card are provided\nPlease bring a personal snack. \nCertification through American Safety & Health Institute will be valid for two years.\n\nRegistration through Northwestern Michigan College \nDate: February 8\, 2025 \nTuition: $149 \nLocation: NMC Innovation Center\, Traverse City\, MI \nThe ASHI Training Center logo is a registered trademark of Health & Safety Institute or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-nmc/
LOCATION:NMC\, 1701 E. Front St.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Aid,Land workshops,Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Certification (NMC)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive class provide combines guided presentation with hands-on practical scenarios to give you the skills\, knowledge\, and abilities to best care for an ill or injured person until you can reach qualified care. \nWilderness environments create special situations not usually encountered in an urban or suburban environment. With an ASHI Wilderness First Aid class\, first aid providers in a remote outdoor setting will be better prepared to respond when faced with limited resources\, longer times to care for someone\, and decisions about when and how fast to evacuate an ill or injured person. This comprehensive 16-hour wilderness first aid course meets or exceeds the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines\, 2017 Edition. \nCourse topics include: \n\nPreparation and Assessment\nPreventing and Caring for Injuries and Illnesses\nEnvironmental Hazards\nOther Wilderness Considerations\n\nImportant information: \n\nCourse pre-requisites: Certification in adult CPR and AED is required to receive a Wilderness First Aid certification. Prior completion of a basic first aid class is strongly encouraged.\nPre-registration is required.\nClass size is limited to 10 participants.\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to spend time seated\, standing\, on the floor\, and outdoor practicing skills.\nPlease dress for the weather.\nAll equipment\, student workbook\, and certification card are provided\nPlease bring a lunch each day and a personal snack.\nCertification through American Safety & Health Institute will be valid for two years.\n\nRegistration through Northwestern Michigan College \nDate: January 31-February 1\, 2026 \nTuition: $299 \nLocation: NMC Innovation Center\, Traverse City\, MI \n  \nThe ASHI Training Center logo is a registered trademark of Health & Safety Institute or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/wilderness-first-aid-certification-3/
LOCATION:NMC\, 1701 E. Front St.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Aid,Land workshops,Skills courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20231209T133955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T230332Z
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SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Certification
DESCRIPTION:This interactive class provide combines guided presentation with hands-on practical scenarios to give you the skills\, knowledge\, and abilities to best care for an ill or injured person until you can reach qualified care. \nWilderness environments create special situations not usually encountered in an urban or suburban environment. With an ASHI Wilderness First Aid class\, first aid providers in a remote outdoor setting will be better prepared to respond when faced with limited resources\, longer times to care for someone\, and decisions about when and how fast to evacuate an ill or injured person. \nCourse topics include: \n\nPreparation and Assessment\nPreventing and Caring for Injuries and Illnesses\nEnvironmental Hazards\nOther Wilderness Considerations\n\nImportant information: \n\nCourse pre-requisites: Certification in adult CPR and AED is required to receive a Wilderness First Aid certification. Prior completion of a basic first aid class is encouraged.\nPre-registration is required.\nClass size is limited to 10 participants.\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to spend time seated\, standing\, on the floor\, and outdoor practicing skills.\nPlease dress for the weather as we will be spending time outdoors conducting scenarios..\nAll equipment\, student workbook\, and certification card are provided.\nPlease bring a lunch each day and a personal snack.\nCertification through American Safety & Health Institute will be valid for two years.\n\nDate: November 1-2\, 2025 \nTime: For those taking the CPR option\, class will begin at 8:00 am CT Saturday; For those only taking Wilderness First Aid\, class will begin at 10:00 am CT Saturday. Start time for Sunday is 8:00 am CT for all and completion is expected at 5:00 pm CT both days. \nLocation: Izaak Walton League\, 899 Jay St\, Elgin\, IL 60120 \n\n\n\nThe ASHI Training Center logo is a registered trademark of Health & Safety Institute or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/wilderness-first-aid-certification-2/
LOCATION:Izaak Walton Elgin Chapter\, 899 Jay St\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Aid,Land workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T004628Z
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SUMMARY:CPR / AED/ First Aid Certification (NMC)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive class combines video with hands-on practical experience on the latest CPR skills\, AED use\, and basic first aid knowledge. \nASHI Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid training program provides an ideal training solution for schools\, child care providers\, youth sports coaches\, and others required to learn how to respond to medical emergencies involving adults\, children and infants. This versatile program is based upon the 2020 CPR and First Aid Guidelines; and other evidence-based treatment recommendations. \n\nPre-registration is required. \nClass size is limited to 10 participants. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to spend time seated\, standing\, and on the floor practicing. \nAll equipment\, digital student materials\, and certification card are provided\nPlease bring a personal snack. \nCertification through American Safety & Health Institute will be valid for two years.\n\nDate: October 11\, 2025 \nTuition: $149 \nLocation: NMC Innovation Center\, Traverse City\, MI \nThe ASHI Training Center logo is a registered trademark of Health & Safety Institute or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification/
LOCATION:NMC\, 1701 E. Front St.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Aid,Land workshops,Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T140351Z
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SUMMARY:Your first kayak overnight
DESCRIPTION:Our 2-day/1-night journey on Northern Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay is the perfect introduction to kayak camping. If you’ve been itching to learn the skills needed to spend a night living from your boat\, join us! \nOur self-supported journey will take us to Power Island\, a unique 202-acre rustic paradise on West Grand Traverse Bay. Before leaving the mainland\, we will meet as a group to discuss the trip\, distribute\, and pack group and personal gear for the afternoon trip. After loading boats\, we will make our way to the island and a waterfront camp site. After setting up camp\, we will prep our kitchen\, enjoy a delicious meal (nothing freeze dried here!)\, and wrap the night around a roaring fire searching for stars. \nOn day 2\, we will have breakfast\, break camp and repack our boats for the return trip to the mainland. \nA night under the stars\nTrip includes logistics planning\, campsite reservations and fees\, and dinner and breakfast while camping. Group members will be expected to assist with minor camp duties and sharing the load with group gear. \nGroup members are expected to provide their own boat (minimum 14′ with sealed bulkheads in bow and stern)\, personal paddling and camping gear\, clothing\, and snacks. \nIt is expected that participants interested in joining this trip will have participated in a minimum of three day journeys longer than 5 nautical miles with a group and be familiar with and have practiced self and assisted rescue techniques. \nLocation: Traverse City\, MI \nDate: July 26-27\, 2025
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/your-first-kayak-overnight/
CATEGORIES:Skills courses,Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T213343Z
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be joining the coaching crew at this year’s Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium in Grand Marais\, MI. \nLearn more about the longest running sea kayak symposium in North America at https://www.greatlakesseakayaksymposium.net/
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/great-lakes-sea-kayak-symposium/
LOCATION:Grand Marais\, MI\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skills courses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20241224T010952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T004842Z
UID:2445-1750294800-1750813199@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L2 Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (ICW)-PRIVATE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:The ACA Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring certification qualifies you to teach introductory kayak skills in a variety of paddle craft (sea kayaks\, sit on tops\, recreational kayaks) in a protected and calm water environment. This certification program is a great opportunity for club paddlers\, livery instructors\, and camp waterfront staff to add kayaking to their camp programs. This certification is appropriate for instructors who limit their teaching to inland lakes. \nThis program includes four in-person on-water days supported by one virtual session focused on training future instructors to teach the skills in the ACA L2 Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor criteria. To get the most from the program\, this program is intended for paddlers possessing  ACA L2 personal paddling skills and knowledge at a minimum. \nContact John to schedule a private instructor certification program for your group.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l2-essentials-of-kayak-touring-instructor-certification-workshop-icw-private-event/
LOCATION:Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Instructor development
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T200522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T223117Z
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SUMMARY:Your First Kayak Overnight
DESCRIPTION:Our 2-day/1-night journey on Northern Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay is the perfect introduction to kayak camping. If you’ve been itching to learn the skills needed to spend a night living from your boat\, join us! \nOur self-supported journey will take us to Power Island\, a unique 202-acre rustic paradise on West Grand Traverse Bay. Before leaving the mainland\, we will meet as a group to discuss the trip\, distribute\, and pack group and personal gear for the afternoon trip. After loading boats\, we will make our way to the island and a waterfront camp site. After setting up camp\, we will prep our kitchen\, enjoy a delicious meal (nothing freeze dried here!)\, and wrap the night around a roaring fire searching for stars. \nOn day 2\, we will have breakfast\, break camp and repack our boats for the return trip to the mainland. \nA night under the stars\nTrip includes logistics planning\, campsite reservations and fees\, and dinner and breakfast while camping. Group members will be expected to assist with minor camp duties and sharing the load with group gear. \nGroup members are expected to provide their own boat (minimum 14′ with sealed bulkheads in bow and stern)\, personal paddling and camping gear\, clothing\, and snacks. \nIt is expected that participants interested in joining this trip will have participated in a minimum of three day journeys longer than 5 nautical miles with a group and be familiar with and have practiced self and assisted rescue techniques. \nLocation: Traverse City\, MI \nDate: June 14-15\, 2025
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/coastal-kayak-camping/
LOCATION:Traverse City\, Traverse City\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skills courses,Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20240527T001440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T211929Z
UID:2345-1749198600-1749402000@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills and Guide Training
DESCRIPTION:Leading a day paddle on Lake Michigan\nThe Essentials of Kayak Touring skills and guide training is designed to expose candidates to the skill-set required to lead paddlers in protected waterways. While this is not a teaching award\, a guide and trip leader should also be able to provide basic tips to paddlers\, as appropriate\, to help them through the environment. \nThis program is focused on training future leaders to skills in the ACA L2 Essentials of Kayak Touring trip leader training criteria. To successfully complete the program\, participants must meet the technical proficiency\, trip planning\, group management\, and leadership skills in the assessment document. To get the most from the program\, this program is intended for paddlers possessing  ACA L2 personal paddling skills and knowledge at a minimum. \nCourse venue: Alpena\, MI \nDate: June 6-8\, 2025 \nProgram full
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/essentials-of-kayak-touring-skills-and-guide-training/
LOCATION:Alpena\, MI
CATEGORIES:Guide and trip leader training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250511T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20230910T203419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T003335Z
UID:2110-1746952200-1746979200@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L1-2 Coastal Kayak Instructor Update
DESCRIPTION:Get together with your fellow instructors to sharpen your skills and meet your four-year requirement to keep your ACA certification current. \nTopics include: \n\nOn-water skills and maneuvers\nRisk management and safety\nAssessment techniques\nSelf and assisted rescue techniques\nTeach back opportunities\nOn-land safety presentations\nAdministrative support\n\nThis is an early season program with cold water. Participants will be in the water practicing skills and must be dressed for immersion. \nThe program will involve a full day on the water preceded by a 1.5 hour virtual session on Monday\, May 5 at :00 pm ET to cover administrative topics. \nDate: May 11\, 2025 \nLocation: Traverse City\, MI  area (Actual launch location to be determined a couple days before the class depending on conditions) \n\n\n \n\nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l1-2-coastal-kayak-instructor-update-4/
LOCATION:Traverse City\, Traverse City\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructor development,Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T192152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T010015Z
UID:1782-1719658800-1719676800@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA Level 1 Introduction to Kayaking Skills-PRIVATE PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION:The Introduction to Kayaking (Level 1) skills course is an introductory program that will provide you with the skills\, knowledge\, and abilities to be safe and confident on the water. A boat with sealed bow and stern bulkheads is recommended to participate in capsize and rescue technique activities. Spray skirts will not be used during this class. Topics covered include: \n\nPersonal and group equipment\nOn and off water safety and etiquette\nSafe launching and landing\nStrokes to maneuver your boat forward\, backward\, stopping\, turning\, and sideways\nBracing to avoid capsize\nControlled capsize and wet exit\n\nDate: June 29\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm \nLocation: Muskegon\, MI \nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-level-1-introduction-to-kayaking-skills/
LOCATION:Muskegon\, MI
CATEGORIES:Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20240127T011736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T010054Z
UID:2197-1718731800-1718742600@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:Kayak Quickstart
DESCRIPTION:The Kayak Quickstart workshop is an introduction to the fundamentals of kayaking. \nTopics include: \n\nEquipment for paddling\nStaying safe on the water\nUnderstanding and avoiding potential hazards\nFundamental strokes to maneuver your kayak\nBasic rescue demonstration\n\nSit on top\, recreational boats\, and sea kayaks are all welcome to participate in this class. \nDate: Tuesday\, June 18\, 2024 \nTime: 5:30 pm -8:30 pm \nLocation: Arbutus Lake\, Traverse City\, MI
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/kayak-quickstart/
LOCATION:Arbutus Lake\, 506 E Arbutus Lake Rd\, Traverse City\, 49696\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240504T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221204T223942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T140506Z
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SUMMARY:ACA L2 Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (ICW)
DESCRIPTION:The ACA Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring certification qualifies you to teach introductory kayak skills in a variety of paddle craft (sea kayaks\, sit on tops\, recreational kayaks) in a protected and calm water environment. This certification program is a great opportunity for club paddlers\, livery instructors\, and camp waterfront staff to add kayaking to their camp programs. This certification is appropriate for instructors who limit their teaching to inland lakes. \nThis program\, including four in-person on-water days supported by one virtual session\, is focused on training future instructors to teach the skills in the ACA L2 Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor criteria. To get the most from the program\, this program is intended for paddlers possessing  ACA L2 personal paddling skills and knowledge at a minimum. \nDates: \n\nVirtual: April 16 and 23\, 6:00-8:00 pm CT\nIn-person: May 2-4\, 2024\n\nCourse venue: Chicago\, IL \nRegistration opens in early 2024 \nTo achieve certification as an instructor\, participants must be current members of the ACA. Please secure membership prior to the start of the course. Additionally\, upon successful completion of the ICW\, participants will need to join the ACA’s Safety Education & Instruction Council (SEIC) for an additional fee. \n\n\n\nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l2-essentials-of-kayak-touring-instructor-certification-workshop-icw-2/
LOCATION:Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Instructor development
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20240316T231455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T231455Z
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SUMMARY:Five Things I Wish Someone Told Me When I Started Kayaking
DESCRIPTION:It sounds easy…buy a boat\, put it in the water\, start paddling. Let’s talk about what you need\, what you don’t\, and more to make a paddler’s first or 50th day on the water full of smiles. Come to this safe space where we’ll explore all those questions that you’ve been afraid to ask but need to know. \nLocation: Backcountry North\, 2820 N U.S. 31 S.\, Traverse City\, MI \nDate: April 30\, 2024 \nTime: 6:00 pm \nCost: $10\, includes a 20% off coupon off any paddling safety related gear from Backcountry North \nRegistration: At Backcountry North (US 31 or downtown TC location) \n 
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/five-things-i-wish-someone-told-me-when-i-started-kayaking/
LOCATION:Backcountry North\, 2820 N U.S. 31 S.\, Traverse City\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Land workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20230809T022525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T234654Z
UID:2085-1708765200-1708880400@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Certification
DESCRIPTION:This interactive class provide combines guided presentation with hands-on practical scenarios to give you the skills\, knowledge\, and abilities to best care for an ill or injured person until you can reach qualified care. \nWilderness environments create special situations not usually encountered in an urban or suburban environment. With an ASHI Wilderness First Aid class\, first aid providers in a remote outdoor setting will be better prepared to respond when faced with limited resources\, longer times to care for someone\, and decisions about when and how fast to evacuate an ill or injured person. This comprehensive 16-hour wilderness first aid course meets or exceeds the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines\, 2017 Edition. \nCourse topics include: \n\nPreparation and Assessment\nPreventing and Caring for Injuries and Illnesses\nEnvironmental Hazards\nOther Wilderness Considerations\n\nImportant information: \n\nCourse pre-requisites: Certification in adult CPR and AED is required to receive a Wilderness First Aid certification. Prior completion of a basic first aid class is strongly encouraged.\nPre-registration is required.\nClass size is limited to 10 participants.\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to spend time seated\, standing\, on the floor\, and outdoor practicing skills.\nPlease dress for the weather.\nAll equipment\, student workbook\, and certification card are provided\nPlease bring a lunch each day and a personal snack.\nCertification through American Safety & Health Institute will be valid for two years.\n\n\n\n\nDate: February 24-25\, 2024 \nTuition: $299 \nLocation: NMC Innovation Center\, Traverse City\, MI \n  \nThe ASHI Training Center logo is a registered trademark of Health & Safety Institute or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/wilderness-first-aid-certification/
LOCATION:NMC\, 1701 E. Front St.\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Aid,Land workshops,Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240216T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20231110T130737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T231320Z
UID:2131-1708106400-1708124400@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:CPR / AED / First Aid Certification
DESCRIPTION:This interactive class combines video with hands-on practical experience on the latest CPR skills\, AED use\, and basic first aid knowledge. \nASHI Pediatric CPR\, AED\, and First Aid training program provides an ideal training solution for schools\, child care providers\, youth sports coaches\, and others required to learn how to respond to medical emergencies involving adults\, children and infants. This versatile program is based upon the 2020 CPR and First Aid Guidelines; and other evidence-based treatment recommendations. \n\nPre-registration is required. \nClass size is limited to 10 participants. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to spend time seated\, standing\, and on the floor practicing. \nAll equipment\, digital student materials\, and certification card are provided\nPlease bring a personal snack. \nCertification through American Safety & Health Institute will be valid for two years.\n\n\nDate:  \nTime:\n\nLocation: Izaak Walton League\, Elgin\, IL \n\n\n \nThe ASHI Training Center logo is a registered trademark of Health & Safety Institute or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-il/
LOCATION:Izaak Walton Elgin Chapter\, 899 Jay St\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Aid,Land workshops,Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20230211T145344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230211T145344Z
UID:2012-1695945600-1696204799@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak Symposium
DESCRIPTION:John will be a guest coach at the Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak Symposium in Nova Scotia. \nLearn more at bofsks.com.
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/bay-of-fundy-sea-kayak-symposium/
LOCATION:Bay of Fundy\, 52 Ye Old Argyle Rd\, Glenwood\, NS\, B0W 1W0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills courses,Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T194900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T234635Z
UID:1798-1694941200-1694966400@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L1/2 Coastal Kayak Instructor Update
DESCRIPTION:Get together with your fellow instructors to sharpen your skills and meet your four-year requirement to keep your ACA certification current. \nTopics include: \n\nOn-water skills and maneuvers\nRisk management and safety\nAssessment techniques\nSelf and assisted rescue techniques\nTeach back opportunities\nOn-land safety presentations\nAdministrative support\n\nThe program will involve a full day on the water preceded by a 1.5 hour virtual session to cover administrative topics. \nCouse fee: $125 \n\n \n\n\n\nSelect your class date\n\n\nJune 25-Traverse City\, MIJuly 23-Wilmette\, ILSeptember 17-Traverse City\, MI\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l1-2-coastal-kayak-instructor-update-2/
LOCATION:Bowers Harbor-Traverse City\, Neahtawanta Rd\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructor development
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T191922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T235102Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Kayak Strokes and Maneuvers Refinement
DESCRIPTION:The Coastal Kayak Strokes and Maneuvers Refinement course is designed to assist coastal kayakers refining basic and advancing strokes and maneuvers. Participants should have successfully completed a Level 2 or equivalent training. This full-day program will emphasize the following skills: \n\nImproving efficiency in your forward\, reserve\, and sweep strokes\nPreventing capsize through use of bracing\nDeveloping greater boat positioning abilities through refinement and application of blended strokes\nPerforming maneuvers using low brace turns\, bow/stern rudders\, and stationary draws\nPracticing self and assisted rescue techniques\n\nLocation: Traverse City area\, MI \nCost: $99 per participant \nDate: July 29\, 2023 \nTime: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm \n  \n \nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/coastal-kayak-strokes-and-maneuvers-refinement/
LOCATION:Bowers Harbor-Traverse City\, Neahtawanta Rd\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20230612T011801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T011801Z
UID:2064-1690185600-1690214400@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L1 Introduction to Kayak Instructor Certification Exam (ICE)-PRIVATE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:The ACA Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking certification qualifies you to teach introductory kayak skills in a variety of paddle craft (sea kayaks\, sit on tops\, recreational kayaks) without spray skirts in a protected and calm water environment. This certification program is a great opportunity for club paddlers\, livery instructors\, and camp waterfront staff to add kayaking to their camp programs. This certification is appropriate for instructors who limit their teaching to small\, sheltered bodies of water. \nThis is a private program. If you are interested in a private program for your group\, please contact John. \nCourse venue: Hanover Park\, IL
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l1-introduction-to-kayak-instructor-certification-exam-ice-private-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T194302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T234704Z
UID:1792-1690102800-1690128000@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L1/2 Coastal Kayak Instructor Update
DESCRIPTION:Get together with your fellow instructors to sharpen your skills and meet your four-year requirement to keep your ACA certification current. \nTopics include: \n\nOn-water skills and maneuvers\nRisk management and safety\nAssessment techniques\nSelf and assisted rescue techniques\nTeach back opportunities\nOn-land safety presentations\nAdministrative support\n\nThe program will involve a full day on the water preceded by a 1.5 hour virtual session to cover administrative topics. \nCouse fee: $125 \n\n \n\n\n\nSelect your class date\n\n\nJune 25-Traverse City\, MIJuly 23-Wilmette\, ILSeptember 17-Traverse City\, MI\n\n\n\n\n \n\nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/1792/
LOCATION:Gillson Park\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructor development
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T193729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T234733Z
UID:1790-1687683600-1687708800@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L1/2 Coastal Kayak Instructor Update
DESCRIPTION:Get together with your fellow instructors to sharpen your skills and meet your four-year requirement to keep your ACA certification current. \nTopics include: \n\nOn-water skills and maneuvers\nRisk management and safety\nAssessment techniques\nSelf and assisted rescue techniques\nTeach back opportunities\nOn-land safety presentations\nAdministrative support\n\nThe program will involve a full day on the water preceded by a 1.5 hour virtual session to cover administrative topics. \nCourse fee: $125 \n\n \n\n\n\nSelect your class date\n\n\nJune 25-Traverse City\, MIJuly 23-Wilmette\, ILSeptember 17-Traverse City\, MI\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l1-2-coastal-kayak-instructor-update/
LOCATION:Bowers Harbor-Traverse City\, Neahtawanta Rd\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructor development
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20230109T170237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T011128Z
UID:1970-1686556800-1686675600@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA L1 Introduction to Kayak Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW)-PRIVATE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:The ACA Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking certification qualifies you to teach introductory kayak skills in a variety of paddle craft (sea kayaks\, sit on tops\, recreational kayaks) without spray skirts in a protected and calm water environment. This certification program is a great opportunity for club paddlers\, livery instructors\, and camp waterfront staff to add kayaking to their camp programs. This certification is appropriate for instructors who limit their teaching to small\, sheltered bodies of water. \nThis is a private program. If you are interested in a private program for your group\, please contact John. \nCourse venue: Hanover Park\, IL
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-l1-introduction-to-kayak-instructor-certification-workshop-icw-private-event-2/
LOCATION:Mallard Lake\, Hanover Park\, IL\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instructor development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T164517
CREATED:20221113T190214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T023753Z
UID:1771-1684659600-1684684800@www.paddlingexercises.com
SUMMARY:ACA Level 2 Essentials of Kayak Touring
DESCRIPTION:The Essentials of Kayak Touring (Level 1/2) skills course is a full-day program that will provide you with the skills\, knowledge\, and abilities to be safe and confident on inland lakes and coastal waters. \nA boat with sealed bow and stern bulkheads is preferred but not required for this class. \nTopics covered include: \n\nPersonal preparation and equipment\nMaintaining personal and group safety on the water\nControlled capsize and wet exit with or without a spray skirt\nManeuvering your boat forward\, backward\, stopping\, turning\, and sideways\nUsing the sides of your boat to improve maneuverability and fun\nTechniques for support and to avoid capsize\nSolo and assisted re-entry techniques\nSafety procedures\, preparedness\, and equipment\n\nView a complete outline of the ACA Essentials of Kayak Touring program \nCost: $79 \nTime: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm \nDate: May 21\, 2023 \n\n\n\n\n\nReview course policies
URL:https://www.paddlingexercises.com/event/aca-level-2-essentials-of-kayak-touring/
LOCATION:Arbutus Lake\, 506 E Arbutus Lake Rd\, Traverse City\, 49696\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skills courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Chase":MAILTO:john@paddlingexercises.com
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