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    Paddling Open House*

    Parks | Calendar | Paddling Open House*
      Paddling Open House*

      Have you always wanted to try kayaking or stand up paddleboarding or perhaps expand your paddling season, but you weren’t sure where to start? Stop by this paddling open house anytime between 1- 4 p.m. to have your questions answered by an American Canoe Association certified paddling instructor, and enjoy a large variety of paddling gear and tips. From kayaks and stand up paddleboards to safety equipment, we will have it all. *Also see event listing on Cleveland Metroparks Facebook.

      • All ages (Minors between the ages of 0-17 MUST have a participating adult)
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      • More dates coming soon. Please check back for updates.
      Directions: Meet at Watershed Stewardship Center
      Ages: All ages (Minors between the ages of 0-17 MUST have a participating adult)   
      Fee: Free - Registration preferred, walk-ups permitted. 
      Terrain/Distance: Classroom setting
      This program is intended to be self-guided. Outdoor Recreation will be onsite to answer questions you have about paddling and water quality as well as help you learn the basics to having a safe and enjoyable paddling experience before investing in expensive gear. Northeast Ohio plays host to many paddling venues. Learn where you can kayak and stand up paddleboard, and how to do it safely.  
      For a more in-depth paddling program, check out Paddling Primer. 
       

      Cleveland Metroparks staff can adapt many programs to be accessible to anyone who would like to participate assuming they meet the essential eligibility criteria. Reasonable accommodation can also be made. Please make a request at the time of registration but no later than 72 business hours prior to the program. Contact us at 216.341.1704 or or@clevelandmetroparks.com or at these telephone numbers.

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