Ages: 14 & over
(Minors between the ages of 14-17 MUST have a registered and participating adult)
Fee: $55 per person (All guests MUST register)
Prerequisite: Fishing Basics and/or working knowledge of rod and reel fishing as well as Learn It: Kayaking or Kayaking: Advanced Strokes & Rescues and/or ability to wet exit a kayak.
Terrain/Distance: Participants will hike less than ¼ mile on natural surface as well as kayak less than 2 miles in a flatwater environment.
Kayak fishing is among one of the top growing outdoor activities. Discover the beauty of Wallace Lake as you apply your current fishing skills to fishing out of a kayak. The first half of the class will focus on teaching you basic kayaking skills including scouting the best fishing locations. The second half will give you the skills to safely fish from your kayak. Instructors will paddle around as you fish giving you specific feedback. Typically, a fishing license is required to fish here; however, there is an exemption for Cleveland Metroparks programs on Wallace Lake, so you do not need a license for this program. Fishing rods will be provided, but feel free to bring your own equipment. The entire program will be spent outside; please dress appropriately for the weather. Dressing in non-cotton layers is encouraged. Please bring a completed
waiver and review the
equipment list. Classes will begin promptly, so plan to arrive early.
General Information:
By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the
cancellation policy.
General Essential Eligibility Requirements that all participants must meet. A participant….
- …must meet minimum age and pre-trip meeting requirements for each individual program.
- …must meet program fee requirements for each individual program.
- …must be able to remain adequately hydrated, fed, and properly dressed in order to avoid environmental injuries such as hypothermia, heat-related illnesses, sunburn, and frostbite.
- …must refrain from use of alcohol and tobacco before or during outdoor recreation activities and any illegal drugs throughout the duration of a program.
- …must be able, either alone or with the aid of a personal care attendant, or through arrangements outlined on the Request for Administration of Medication Form or an Individual Medication Plan to manage, administer and protect any prescription medications currently prescribed to him or her. All medications, including over-the-counter medications shall be listed as required on the Medical Information portion of the registration materials.
- …must be able, either alone, with the aid of an augmentative communication device, or a personal care attendant to follow directions and communicate needs.
- …must not exceed manufacturers’ maximum recommended weight limit for equipment being used.
- …must be able to manage personal mobility either alone, with a reasonable amount of assistance, with the aid of a personal care attendant, or with adaptive equipment.
- …must be able to independently wear and maintain wearing all safety equipment correctly.
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All boating programs are funded in part through a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks & Watercraft.