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Skipping Fish Boat School is excited about offering 13-18 year olds an opportunity to build their own kayak while learning to safely paddle on our local lakes and rivers. We believe that the experience of learning new skills, building something from “scratch” and the celebration of it’s completion will help each camper walk away with a positive sense of self and a kayak that connects them to the wonder and miracle of our planet.

Build Your Own Kayak
June 6-13
July 18 -July 29

This camp meets 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday for two weeks. It  is two weeks of kayak building, paddle carving and paddling instruction on local waterways for 13-17 year olds.  Each camper will leave with paddling skills and their own kayak and paddle. The cost of the two week day camp is $1500. This includes the cost of the boat and paddle,a Skipping Fish Boat School t-shirt, transportation to local waterways and paddling instruction. Enrollment in the camp requires a $300 nonrefundable deposit. Campers will need to bring their own lunches but beverages and healthy snacks will be provided by Skipping Fish Boat School. Campers are responsible for providing their own paddling PFD (personal flotation device). They will need it to paddle the boat they construct. Spray skirts are available for purchase should your camper elect to use one after adequate instruction in its use.
Enrollment is limited to 4 campers

Build Your Own Standup Paddleboard
June 27-July 8

The Standup Paddleboard is becoming an increasingly popular way to enjoy time spent on the water. During this two week camp for 13-18 year olds, campers will build their own handcrafted wood standup paddleboard and carve their own paddle. During trips made to local lakes,they will have opportunities to safely enjoy and learn the skills necessary to paddle their new standup paddleboard.This camp meets 9 a.m. -5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. The cost of this camp is $2100. This price includes all the materials necessary to construct a paddleboard and paddle , transportation to local waterways, camp t-shirt , beverages and snacks.Campers will be required to provide their own PFD and lunch. Enrollment in the camp requires a $500 nonrefundable deposit.

Enrollment is limited to 4 campers.

River Adventures 2011
August 1-5

End the summer with an adventure!
Enroll in Skipping Fish Boat School’s River Adventures 2011
Explore area rivers and put your paddling skills to the test during this one week camp with two nights spent camping under the stars. The week ends with a 20 mile paddle, you’ll be ready for the challenge!

The cost of this one week camp is $650. Enrollment requires a $200 nonrefundable deposit. Campers will be required to provide their own PFD, a kayak and some lunches. The camp fee includes transportation to local waterways, camp t-shirt , beverages,snacks and camping fare during the outdoor overnights. SFBS can provide kayaks if necessary for a minimal fee.
(Participants from 2009, 2010, 2011 summer building camps will receive a 10% discount off the cost of this camp) Enrollment is limited to 6 campers.
Venues to be announced April 15th!

Our instructors are seasoned paddlers who have extensive experience and training, which includes CPR and Wilderness First Aid. Additionally, they are skilled artisans, full of encouragement.
Instructors
Dennis Pidgeon
Kimberley Hillerich
and their faithful and friendly Labrador Retriever, Homer T. Gump
To enroll, please contact: Kimberley Hillerich
cell (502) 298-0932 skippingfish@gmail.com