Tuesday Morning Community Paddle for Sea Kayakers (experience required)

WHEN: 7:30am-8:30am every Tuesday. We plan to launch at 7:30am sharp! Please arrive early enough to be floating by then.

WHERE: Portland Paddle's site at the East End Beach (look for our sign).

WHO: Anyone who is confident and comfortable paddling a sea kayak on Casco Bay with a group; prior sea kayaking experience required

COST: Free with your own sea kayak and for Portland Paddle members; all boats used must be at least 14 feet in length. Or rent a kayak for $30 if you are not a Portland Paddle member. Click here to reserve a kayak to rent.

Details: This weekly gathering is a casual paddle open to anyone with prior sea kayaking experience who feels comfortable and confident paddling on the ocean. This is not a guided trip or a lesson, so everyone is responsible for their own safety. One member of our staff will be there to facilitate, though, and they are happy to share their knowledge of the sport. However, if you expect to need support and instruction in order to paddle with the group you should first take one of Portland Paddle's lessons.

The group will stay on the water for about an hour and will pick a destination that fits the conditions and participants. Sea kayaks are very different than "recreational" kayaks (often referred to as lake or river kayaks), and this weekly paddle is only meant for people who are comfortable in this type of kayak, which have key safety features.

If you are renting a kayak from us, please arrive at least 15 minutes early so we can select a boat for you and help your move it to the beach.