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Basic Canoeing Level 1 (05/30/2026, Georgian Bay Paddling)

Course Vitals:
  • Region: Bruce Peninsula, Southern Georgian Bay and Lake Simcoe [R#7]
  • Location: Collingwood
  • Start Date: 05/30/2026
  • End Date: 05/30/2026
  • Instructor Course: no
  • Discipline: Basic Canoeing
  • Skill: Basic Canoeing Level 1
  • Fee: 100
  • Course and Contact Info:

  • *No prior experience needed.* Basic Canoeing Level 1 is an introduction to canoeing for all ages, but younger children should have an adult participate with them. The candidate will demonstrate safe behaviour and basic maneuvers while becoming comfortable paddling a tandem (2-person) canoe and learn about rescues. This half day course includes canoe, paddles and course materials. Please bring your own properly fitted PFD (Personal Flotation Device).
    Register at georgianbaypaddling.com

Organization Details:
  • Georgian Bay Paddling
  • www.georgianbaypaddling.com
  • georgianbaypaddling@gmail.com
  • Address:
  • 188 Stonebroke Road
    New Ross NS
    B0J 2M0
  • Phone:
  • 705-888-5110

Course Instructors:
  • Matt  Carnwell Matt Carnwell (Basic Canoeing Instructor)
    Certifications: BCI
  • Kelly Dewhurst Kelly Dewhurst (Instructor Member)
    Certifications: BCI, FKI, VCI1
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