Introduction to Kayaking course, Savannah, NY

The Finger Lakes Region of Women Outdoors is hosting an Introduction to Kayaking Course on May 17, 2025 at Rivers Crossing Campground & Marina in Savannah, NY.

The course is free for Women Outdoors paid members and you've got first crack at grabbing one of the limited 12 spots. 

• On May 7 we will open the course up to guests and other non-members on Meetup for a cost of $15.
• Kayak rentals are $10 (limited number available). Payment is taken when you register.
• The program is open to women ages 16 and older. Registration is limited to 12 participants. Registration deadline is May 12.

The program will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please arrive by 9:30 am to allow time to unload your own equipment or be assigned a rental. All participants must wear a life jacket (included with rentals). Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and a lunch.

The course will happen even under cloudy conditions and light rain. Bring rain gear. No refunds after May 12 unless your spot is filled by another participant.

This course is based on a kayaking skills course developed by the American Canoe Association (ACA) and will be taught by a certified Level I ACA instructor. The course is designed for both people who have never paddled and for those who want to improve their paddling skills.

Bring:

• If bringing your own kayak: Kayak, paddle, LIFE JACKET, whistle
• Hat, water shoes, clothes that can get wet (quick dry is best)
• Water (required)
• Food and drink for lunch, snacks
• Recommended: insect repellent, suntan lotion, band to secure your glasses or sunglasses
• Rain gear if light rain is expected.

Address: 508 NY-89, Savannah, NY.

The automatic confirmation email is the only email you will receive about this event. Be sure and save it or print it out.

*** RSVP and Cancellations – IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ ***

Please respect the trip leader and other members and update your RSVP if you sign-up but then are unable to attend. Events may be cancelled due to lack of attendance, as well as changes in weather or other circumstances. If you must cancel at the last minute, call or text the event host/trip leader (see your registration confirmation for contact details) and let her know who it is who is calling/texting. Be sure to copy down the address, directions, and trip leader contact information to bring with you as there might not be good cell service at the event location.

To Cancel: Go to your  Registration List

• Click on this event in your list
• Click on the Already registered link under the REGISTER button.
• At the next page that opens with your registration form, click on the CANCEL REGISTRATION button, and then again click on Cancel Registration on the pop-up form.
• Ignore the link to contact the administrator