Learn kayaking basics, then practice on North Park Lake
2 Hours
Kayak, paddle, PFD
Build confidence in a beginner kayak class at North Park Boathouse, with on-land instruction followed by a slow-paced paddle on the lake. No experience required.
Ages 13+ only. If you bring your own kayak, staff will inspect it; if it is not suitable, a rental kayak will be provided. Sit-inside rental kayaks support up to 325 pounds.
Activities proceed rain or shine. If severe weather or water conditions shorten your rental by more than 30 minutes, you get a full refund or can move your booking to a future date. Refunds are credited to the payment method in 3 to 5 standard business days.
Product ID: WN7NSX
Arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for check-in.
Yes. Sign a waiver before you head out on the water. If you haven’t signed the Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk form during the current calendar year, complete one on-site by scanning a QR code on your phone (an iPad may be available).
Bring a water bottle and wear quick-drying clothes and comfortable closed-toe shoes that can get wet. Expect occasional drips or splashes, and assume anything you take on the water could get wet.
North Park Boathouse
My son attended the Venture Outdoors summer camp this year and said he wants to return next year. He really liked the counselors and the variety of activities. The camp team had some adversity in our first week. The weather hit 90°+ everyday, but they adjusted plans to keep everyone as comfortable as possible and even offered refunds to those who wanted to cancel. This is a good summer camp option in the North if your kids like to be outdoors.
Ally Chelmu
August 11, 2026
My son attended the Venture Outdoors summer camp this year and said he wants to return next year. He really liked the counselors and the variety of activities. The camp team had some adversity in our first week. The weather hit 90°+ everyday, but they adjusted plans to keep everyone as comfortable as possible and even offered refunds to those who wanted to cancel. This is a good summer camp option in the North if your kids like to be outdoors.
Ally Chelmu
August 11, 2026
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