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    LEARN WATER RECREATION SKILLS WITH CLEVELAND METROPARKS INSTITUTE OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS

    News & Press | June 2011

    Learn Water Recreation Skills with Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great Outdoors

    Posted: June 14, 2011
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    FOR IMMEDIATE
    RELEASE:                               


    JUNE 14,
    2011         


     


    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:


    BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-


    KAREN FREEDMAN - 216-635-3253


     


    Enjoy water recreational activities that are both, recreational
    and educational through Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great
    Outdoors (IGO), from canoe and kayak classes to fishing skill
    classes.


     


    IGO provides a wide range of outdoor experience to people of all
    abilities.  Participants will enjoy the knowledge and
    expertise of seasoned instructors with all IGO courses and have fun
    at the same time.  IGO helps people develop or enhance their
    outdoor skills, knowledge and environmental ethics.


     


    With the warmer summer weather, being around water is always a
    fun way to enjoy the season. IGO is currently offering the
    following canoeing, kayaking and fishing-related courses:


     


    Canoeing I: Canoeing Basics


    Thursday, July 7 � 6:30  -  9:30
    p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    Discover the pleasure of cruising in-land waters by canoe. This
    program includes all necessary canoeing equipment and covers
    canoeing basics, boating safety and proper boat control.
    Participants may be required to complete a capsize drill. Ages 16
    and over. There is a $30 fee.


     


    Canoeing 1.5: Supplemental Skills


    Tuesday, July 12 � 7 - 9 p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    This special class is designed as a continuation of the Canoeing
    I course. Learn more advanced paddling strokes, capsize drills,
    rescue techniques, and practice previously taught skills. Ages 16
    and over. There is a $25 fee (equipment included).


     


    Kayaking 1.5: Supplemental Skills


    Wednesday, July 13 -OR- August 17 � 6:30 - 8:30
    p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    This class is a continuation of the Kayaking I course. Anyone
    who has completed a Kayaking I or II class is invited to learn more
    advance paddling strokes, boat exits and rescue techniques. Ages 16
    & over. There is a $25 fee (equipment included).


     


    American Canoe Association Level I: Introduction to Canoe
    & Kayak Instructor Certification Workshop


    Wednesday through Friday, July 20 - 22 � 8 a.m.
    - 


    5 p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    Pre-requisite: previous paddling experience is required.
    Completion of ACA Intro. To Canoe/Kayak course preferred. For
    certification, all participants must be members of the ACA * SEIC
    prior to the program. To become a member, visit
    www.americancanoe.org
    .. There is a $225 fee per person
    (includes equipment, books, and lunch on July 20 & 21).


     


    Accessible Adventures - Kayaking Class


    Wednesday, July 27 � 5 - 8 p.m.  -OR- Sunday,
    August 28 �
    4 - 7 p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    Designed specifically for individuals with disabilities, adults
    and children both can enjoy learning to kayak. This entry level
    course will teach basics for paddling safely on in-land lakes and
    rivers. Class covers kayaking basics and paddling skills. Bring
    clothing to get wet in. There is a $25 fee (equipment
    included).


     


    Kayaking I: Introduction to Kayaking


    Sunday, July 31 � 4 - 7 p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    Learn basic skills and paddling strokes. Have fun practicing
    boat exits and rescue techniques in a safe, water
    environment.  Ages 16 & over. There is a $30 fee
    (equipment included).


     


    Accessible Adventures - fishing


    Sunday, August 7 � 9 a.m. - noon


    WallaceLake � Mill Stream Run Reservation


    Designed specifically for individuals with disabilities, adults
    and children both can enjoy a day of fishing and learning new
    skills. Enjoy learning basic casting skills and fishing knots while
    trying to catch some fish. All participants, ages 16 and over,
    require a current Ohio fishing license and must bring it to fish. A
    one-day fishing license is available for purchase at
    www.wildohio.com
    . This program is for ages 5 and up with
    participating adults.  There is a $3 fee for the first person
    and $2 fee for each additional sibling (equipment and bait
    provided).


     


    Basic Sailing Course


    Tuesday, August 16 � 1 - 4 p.m. -AND-
    Wednesday, August 17 �
    8 a.m.  - 5 p.m.


    HinckleyLake � Hinckley
    Reservation


    This entry-level course to small boat sailing will consist of
    both, classroom and on-water instruction. Learn how to sail in
    pairs and solo in small 14-foot sailboats. Boats & safety
    equipment are provided, but be dressed to get wet as there will be
    practice on righting a capsized boat. Ages 16 & over. There is
    a $35 fee (equipment included).


     


    Fly Fishing Classes


    Wednesday, August 17 � 6 - 9 p.m.  � Rocky
    RiverNatureCenter  -AND-


    Saturday, August 20 � 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. �
    Sunnybrook Trout Fishing Club


    Join instructor Bill Grake for an evening class followed by a
    full day at Sunnybrook Trout Fishing Club. Learn how inexpensive
    fly fishing can be and discover knot tying, lure selection, casting
    basics and more. There is a $150 fee (equipment included).


     


    Family Fishing


    Thursday, September 1 � 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.


    WallaceLake � Mill Stream Run Reservation


    Bring the family to enjoy a few hours of learning basic casting
    skills, knots and bait selection while trying to catch some
    fish.  All participants, ages 16 years and over, require a
    current Ohio fishing license and must bring it to fish. A one-day
    fishing license is available for purchase at
    www.wildohio.com
    . This program is for ages 5 and up with
    participating adults.  There is a $3 fee for the first person
    and $2 fee for each additional sibling (equipment and bait
    provided).


     


    IGO offers equipment adaptation and assessment to make outdoor
    recreation opportunities available to all individuals, regardless
    of ability.


     


    For more information, a complete list of IGO courses and trips,
    detailed trip fact sheets, and to register, call 216-341-1704 or
    online at clevelandmetroparks.com.


     


    Learn new boating and fishing skills and discover the outdoors,
    and yourself, with IGO and Cleveland Metroparks - 
    part of your life, naturally
    .


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