07.24.25 Intermediate Kayaking

**IMPORTANT FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS: Before registering to volunteer on any Waypoint Adventure program, complete our general volunteer registration HERE. Then, you may review our program calendar and sign up to volunteer on specific programs.**

**THIS IS AN INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PROGRAM.  VOLUNTEERS SHOULD FEEL COMFORTABLE CAPTAINING THE TANDEM KAYAK ON THE BOSTON HARBOR FOR THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE PROGRAM.**

The Waypoint Outdoor Kayaking program gives access to some of New England's most beautiful lakes, rivers, and coastline. Enjoy the fun and serenity of the water all while being part of a supportive and diverse community. Waypoint Adventure trip leaders specialize in leading accessible adventure education programs for youth and adults of all abilities. Your assistance on these programs help us to provide access to folks who may require physical, cognitive, or social emotional accommodations. As a volunteer on a kayak program, you may be asked to do the following (please note that the following are NOT the volunteer eligibility requirements. We are happy to tailor tasks to your skills and abilities as long as you meet our kayaking eligibility criteria!) :

• Assist in unloading and carrying kayaks to and from trailer
• Review a lesson plan for the program and overview on participants and supports they may need
• Set up materials (lifejackets, water coolers, adaptive gear, paddles, etc) as needed
• Guide participants as needed through proper lifejacket fit, paddle stroke techniques, and other skills
• Paddle in the back of a tandem kayak with a participant. Must be able to steer/ control the boat, and follow WPA instructors' on-the-water commands
• Assist in re-loading kayaks onto trailer
• Clean up of materials

Instructors: Eileen (617-544-7116) and Rob (781-205-0736)

Location/Directions: Belle Isle Marsh Reservation - Park in the main parking lot for Belle Isle Reservation at 1399 Bennington St., Boston

Conditions: We will be paddling in Boston Harbor. The water can be choppy with minor waves and some boat traffic such as rowers and small sailboats. You'll need to be able to stay to the side and follow steering directions. 

Bathrooms: There will be an accessible porta potty at this site

What to bring:

• Water bottle
• Sandals with a heel strap or sneakers that you don't mind getting wet
• Sunglasses with a strap
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Snacks 
• Lunch (if doing full day time slot)