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Sea Kayaking Rescues & Recoveries

8/30 & 9/13 - 5:30-8:00

Our Sea Kayak Rescues & Recoveries class teaches beginner and experienced sea kayakers the answer to the always-asked "What happens if I flip over?" the fundamentals of self-rescue. Covering essential techniques like the wet exit, the t-rescue and the paddle float rescue, this class will make each student a safer paddler. We'll prepare each student for a capsize and give them tools for success and confidence, all while smiling.

Call the Paddle Sports Center at 503-445-9435 for more info or sign up on-line

All kayaks & gear will be included.

This class is kept to a maximum of 5 students per instructor to ensure unparalleled service.

July's Kayak Guide Special will be to the amazing Sauvie Island. We'll start our trip on McNary Lake, paddling into the North Arm of Sturgeon Lake, spying on herons and raptors as we move through flooded strands of cottonwood trees. An awesome boxed lunch from Gretchen's Kitchen will be served on an island in Sturgeon Lake. Then out and back on the Gilbert River, making a large loop through the interior of Sauvie Island and having an unforgettable day on the water.

This trip will use stable recreational kayaks. No previous kayaking experience is necessary. The day will start with a quick lesson for any first-time kayakers.   Sept 11th & Oct 16th, 10 am - 5 pm Meet at 10:00 A.M. at the Paddle Sports Center.  704 SE Washington All kayaks & gear will be included. This class is kept to a maximum of 6 student per instructor to ensure unparalleled service.   Stop by the Paddle Sports Center at 704 SE Washington, call 503-445-9435, or sign up on-line.

The Next Adventure Kayak School has added a few more fun and exciting trips to the calender. Whether you just want to get your feet wet with a basic recreational course, or you are ready to take a more advanced sea kayaking course in Netarts Bay, we have a trip to suit your ability.

Contact the Paddle Sports Center (503-445-9435), or sign up on-line.

Recreational Kayaking

1. Ross Island Kayak Trip- The perfect class for beginners and those new to the sport. Instruction and fun!
2. Guide's Special- A trip every month to an unique and awesome paddling spot near Portland.

Sea Kayaking

1. Intro to Sea Kayaking- Learn the fundamentals of sea kayaking and get prepared for your own trips.
2. Sea Kayaking Adventure: Netarts Bay -One of the most amazing kayaking spots on the Oregon Coast!

The Vaåg 174, and the Vitäl 166 are the impressive product of rigorous design, extensive research and testing.  Expect superb handling from this stable, versatile kayak that’s also the lightest in its category. These boats are quite good lookers and are modeled after some of the best British-style sea kayaks.  These boats are made in Quebec Canada under licence with Boreal Designs.  $3,499.99

Our Crew at the Paddle Sports Center can now get you set up with the newly required Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Permit. And if you have questions about the program, or wondering what exactly you need, we are here to help. Cost is $7. Stop by and we'll help you protect Oregon's waterways. And avoid a big ticket!

You can also find a lot of information on the Oregon State Marine Board's website. Tons of great info there.

We were all teed up to buy the building on Stark St, but found some structural and environmental challenges. Because these issues take time to resolve, it made sense for us to vacate the space while the issues are being handled.

We are now open and ready to serve you at the new space although we may still be hanging product for the first few weeks. So come see our newest store and thanks for your support. Who knows what the future holds with the new building or the old…it’s always an adventure at Next Adventure!

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The latest and greatest from Stohlquist... The Descent ($199.95) is the latest swift-water rescue vest based on the new platform shared by these two PFD.  We have both of these PFD in full size runs, the Descent in Red and Mango and the Rocker ($129.95 ) in Black and Mango.  You will be seeing these all over the local rivers soon, including on a few of your favorite Next Adventure employees!  See you on the water.....