Advanced Kayak Camp
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Participants will build on the skills they've learned in our Intermediate Kayak Camp. We'll introduce navigation, group management, and refine our skills in this camp, which takes place on Yaquina Bay in Newport.
- $250 per person.
- Ages 10 to 18.
- Scholarships available!
- Requires completion of our Intermediate Kayak Camp.
Drop-off and pick-up will be at 9 AM and 4PM at the OBF Boathouse in Newport, Oregon each day.
2024 Schedule
We are still working on our 2024 schedule.
What To Bring
Each participant will need to be sure to have the following items:
- A well-fitted wetsuit or drysuit.
- A USCG approved, Type III life jacket.
- A whistle securely attached to life jacket.
- Nose plugs (We recommend that they have a lanyard).
- Lunch and snacks for each day.
For a full list or recommended items, please see our program gear list. Don't have a life jacket or wetsuit? In the Newport area, Ossies Surf Shop and Pura Vida Surf Shop offer wetsuit rentals. Feel free to email us or call (800) 806-4882 for help getting these items together.
Eligibility Criteria
As a matter of safety, to be eligible for our programs each participant must be:
- Between the ages of 10 and 18.
- Able to follow instructions and effectively communicate independently (or with the assistance of a companion).
- Able to independently swim 50 yards (or with the assistance of a companion).
- Able to independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face-up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket (or with the assistance of a companion).
- Able to independently get out and from under a capsized paddlecraft (or with the assistance of a companion).
Our programs are open to everyone. Please email us or call (800) 806-4882 if you would like to participate but require special accomodations.
Scholarship Information
We pride ourselves on making our programs accessible to our community. Thanks to our generous donors, scholarships are available to help with the costs of program fees, equipment rentals, snacks, and lunches. Please email us or call (800) 806-4882 for more information.
Cancellation Policy
We require at least 14 days cancellation notice prior to your scheduled program, or we cannot provide a refund. Our programs require at least 3 participants. If your scheduled program is canceled, we'll notify you at least 14 days prior to the start of the program.
All of our activities are weather dependent, and may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other unsafe conditions. If your scheduled program is cancelled due to safety concerns, you'll receive a full refund.
Common Questions
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Yes. All participants must sign a liability waiver in order to attend our camps.
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It's important to us that everyone in our community has the opportunity to participate in our programs. Scholarships are available to help with program fees, wetsuit rentals, snacks, and lunches. We have no set criteria for scholarship eligibility.
Please email us or call (800) 806-4882 to learn more and get signed up via a scholarship.
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Our Advanced Kayak Camp takes place at the OBF Boathouse located at Port Dock 7 in Newport, Oregon. Drop-off and pickup are at 9 AM and 4 PM each day.
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At the conclusion of this camp, participants are qualified for employment as kayak guides and camp leaders. Participants that are under 18 are welcome to volunteer as assistants for our camps and classes. Those turning 18 by the following Summer may be eligible for employment with us.