paddle adventure

Paddle Adventure

A dedicated paddle sports camp, this fun, educational, and active day camp seems a world away from the rest of Silicon Valley. Perfect for introducing kids to watersports, they can take advantage of learning, enjoying themselves, and adventuring across a beautiful lake nestled within a protected wildlife environment.

In this paddling camp, experienced and knowledgeable camp counselors and instructors introduce kids to the exciting world of boating and teach them how to be safe and have fun. The camp encompasses a wide range of sports including kayaking, canoeing, and standup paddleboarding. In addition to obtaining a love of paddle sports, and a wealth of knowledge, new paddlers gain confidence and become eager to engage in more water-based activities.

Campers start on sit-on-top kayaks and learn the essentials they need to explore the lake and beyond. Techniques include skills such as: the draw, pry, figure-eight and "C" strokes. We also teach campers safety skills to carry them through wherever they go – including weather and tides, paddle signals, capsize assisting and self-rescue techniques.

While education is always great, kids come for the fun and stay for the friendship. In this interactive camp, they can expect to enjoy team games, competition and camaraderie with the help of double kayaks and canoes. Games include kayak polo, blindfolded relay races, obstacle courses and much more! Land-based games or other activities may also be included.

A lunch catered by the American Bistro is included with this camp. Lunch selections vary by day and include a vegetarian option each day.

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To Keep in Mind: Campers should be comfortable swimming and treading water, be able to submerge their heads under water, behave prudently if a capsize occurs, and be in adequate physical shape to engage in the Camp’s activities. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. In addition Campers and/or parents must notify a staff member regarding any medical condition of which the instructor should be made aware. Although you may provide your own, Shoreline does provide PFDs (life vests) and wetsuits.

What to Bring

Every day Campers should bring a towel, bathing suit and two sets of dry, comfortable clothes (They will get WET – in the morning and again in the afternoon.). In addition, they should also bring a jacket or fleece, lots of sun protection, a reusable water bottle, and shoes or booties to wear while on the boats and in the water. No flip-flops allowed. Campers should have a pair of water shoes/aqua socks to wear while boating, and a pair of athletic shoes to wear before and after boating. Campers may also wear athletic shoes for boating, but keep in mind they will get wet and they should have a second pair of shoes to change into.

Hats and sunglasses are recommended but not required. If wearing glasses, Campers should bring a lanyard to secure glasses around their head. Single-use lockers are available and cost $2 (recommended for securing valuables).

Important: On the first day of camp, please arrive 15-20 minutes before the start time to register and sign-in

Please Note: Also, parents, no pets, including dogs, may enter the park, even if they are inside a vehicle when dropping off and picking up campers