Deerfield River 1-Day Kayaking & Canoeing Clinic
Build Class II skills on a full-day Deerfield River run
Duration
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM Daily
Includes
Equipment, instruction, lunch
Highlights
Paddle the Zoar Gap section of Massachusetts’ Deerfield River and build confidence with a guided kayaking or canoeing river run. This 1-day clinic is designed for advanced beginners to intermediate paddlers with Class II ability.
- Meet your instructor at Zoar Outdoor in Charlemont, Massachusetts
- Paddle a Class II summer whitewater run with an optional Class III rapid
- Practice rolling skills if you want extra instruction
- Spend about four to five hours in your boat during the day
- Carry your boat and gear between the vehicle and the water
What's Included
- Instruction
- Transportation from the base to and from paddling sites
- Catered picnic-style lunch
- Boat
- Wetsuit
- Paddle jacket
- Booties
- Life jacket
- Helmet
- Paddle
- Sprayskirt
Things to know
Ages 14+ with Class II paddling ability required. Wear sneakers or other shoes that secure to your feet (no flip-flops or Crocs). The clinic runs rain or shine and ends back at the base; timing can vary due to weather and water release schedules.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel more than 30 days before your trip date, a $10 per person cancellation fee applies. If you cancel 30 days or less before your trip date, you forfeit the entire cost. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
FAQs
Join if you have Class II paddling ability. The clinic is geared to advanced beginner to intermediate paddlers.
Wear sneakers or other shoes that secure to your feet (no flip-flops or Crocs). Avoid cotton; choose wool or synthetic layers (such as polypropylene, nylon, or fleece). The river stays cool, so pack for cooler water even in summer.
Bring required medications, sunscreen, sunglasses and a retaining strap, a towel, and any extra money for snacks or souvenirs. Expect anything you bring on the water to get wet.
Meeting details
Registration for our Paddlesports clinics takes place at 7 Main St. in Charlemont, MA (Rt. 2 as it goes through town).