Kayaking Summer Day Camp
South Bay

Trip Details

Course Description: If your child is ready to have lots of fun while getting a little wet, then this trip is for them. This action packed camp includes kayak skills training and tours, cooperative kayak games, and environmental education. The protected waters, warm climate, and abundant wildlife at our kayaking “base camp”, combine to make the perfect outdoor learning center. Your child will learn about kayaking and the local environment through interactive games and hands-on experience. We make learning fun!

The first two days of our camp will include interactive kayak instruction through group discussion and kayak games, such as obstacle course maneuvering, kayak polo, and some good ‘ole fashion playing and splashing.

On day three, graduation day, we will put our campers' kayaking skills and knowledge to the test with an interactive scavenger hunt complete with prizes where everyone is a winner! We will also top off the day with a sea kayak tour to a boat-in picnic area for lunch.

Our friendly, professional instructors will make sure your child comes home knowing the fundamentals of kayaking, as well as having met and overcome new challenges.

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm (Parent drop-off starting at 8:30am, pick-up by 3:30pm.)

What to Bring:

• Wear Synthetic clothing (swimsuit, shirt, shorts, jacket, warm cap)
• Neoprene Booties, water shoes, or sport sandals
• Warm dry clothes to wear after paddling
• Sunscreen/Lip Balm
• Sunglasses with retainer strap
• Sun Hat
• Backpack/daypack (medium size)
• Water (two liters)
• Food (sandwich, fruit, energy bars)
• Two plastic garbage bags recommended
• Consider bringing a tip for your instructor for exceptional service

Optional Items:

• Water proof camera
• Paddling gloves
• Long nylon pants, or zip-offs

What NOT to Bring:

• Pocket Knives
• Glass containers
• Electronics (game boys, gps, mp3 players)
• Anything that might be a tragic loss

Outback Adventures Provides:

• All kayaking equipment
• 1st Aid and safety equipment
• Experienced, friendly guides

Directions from San Jose: From San Jose take highway 280 north to Foothill Blvd. Head south on Foothill towards the hills, where it becomes Stevens Canyon Road. Wind your way up until Stevens Creek Reservoir becomes visible on your left. Park in the lot on the left side of the road and meet next to the large storage box located near the boat ramp. Parking passes can be purchased below the dam at the lower parking lot for a $5 fee if you plan on staying at the park after dropping off your child.

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