This Sunday, try out a kayak from Next Adventure and enjoy professional beginning kayak instruction from Northwest River Guides!

If you are interested in learning to kayak, need to brush up your skills, want to try out a kayak or all of the above, this is a great way to get started! Sunday at 9:00 we meet at Sellwood Park in Portland, Oregon. There, you’ll pick up a demo kayak from Next Adventure and then learn some introductory skills about kayaking! We’ll bring you face to face with your kayak. You’ll learn about the cockpit, seat adjustment, bow and stern, and then we’ll show you how to hold the paddle, and some necessary safety tips!

Then we launch and go kayaking on the Willamette River towards Portland, Oregon. We’ll explore the shore of Ross Island. You’ll get to view birds such as blue herons, ospreys, and if we are quick enough, catch a glimpse of nesting bald eagles in the lagoon! You’ll get a few extra pointers on paddle strokes on the way.

As an extra bonus you’ll qualify for a 10% discount on purchases at Next Adventure! You need to register in advance.

To register call NRG at 503-722-1122, visit Next Adventure at 426 SE Grand to check out their kayaks, or register via Next Adventure’s website!

This Sunday August 9 take advantage of one of Portland Oregon’s best values! Take a beginner kayak lesson with Northwest River Guides and demo a kayak with Next Adventure!

That’s right. Sundays in Portland, Oregon, you can kayak the Willamette River from Sellwood Park to Ross Island, try out a Next Adventure kayak and even get an introductory kayak lesson! Starting at 9:00 a.m. you’ll meet up with NRG’s instructors and Next Adventure’s staff. There, you’ll get your Next Adventure Boat and begin your beginner kayak lesson! Together, we’ll introduce you to the parts of a kayak, proper stroke technique, entering/exiting a kayak, how to hold and use a paddle, safety, and more!

Then, it’s on to the Willamette River. We’ll launch and guide you to one of Portland, Oregon’s best Willamette River kayaking destinations. You’ll discover ospreys, blue herons, bald eagles, and maybe a nutria or beaver at Ross Island. You’ll also appreciate the giving back of Ross Island to the City by Ross Island Sand & Gravel works.

When the event comes to a close you’ll even be eligible for discounts on gear at Next Adventure. Such a deal!

To take part in this incredible program, call our office at 503-772-1122, visit Next Adventure at 426 SE Grand, or register via Next Adventure’s convenient online registration system!

See you out there!

On Sunday morning we lead a recreational paddle out of Sellwood Park in Portland, Oregon for a tour of the Willamette to Ross Island. This is a beginner level paddle, no experience necessary! You’ll get introductory information on kayaking, paddle strokes, safety and equipment. Check out the wildlife at Ross Island – bald eagles, blue herons, ospreys, beavers and more. Kayaks are provided by Next Adventure – call 503-233-0706 or register online at Next Adventure’s website to reserve space!

Time: 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Cost: $40 (includes kayak, paddle, PFD, guide)