I want to learn how to Kayak, I am in Grand Rapids, MI, Help! Lessons?

Question

I was just wondering if anyone knows where I could try out Kayaking with a rental and good lessons in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I do not want to invest in a new one unless I know I like it and I know what I am doing!

Answer 1

Call the good folks at the Earths Edge kayak shop in Grand Haven. I'm a kayaker who used to live in GR and I went there quite a bit. They have seminars sometimes where you can try boats right out on the water. There's not much in the way of whitewater in Michigan due to it being so flat but there are tons of lakes and small rivers and, once you get some experience, Lake Michigan is spectacular to paddle.

Here's a link to their website.

http://www.earthsedgeusa.com

Once you get your own boat, Reed Lake in East Grand Rapids is a fun place to practice paddling -- I used to go there after work sometimes during the week.

Have fun -- I think you will love it.

Answer 2

Check out the ACA (American Canoe Association) website. They list local clubs. I am not sure what type of kayaking you are interested in - Flat water or whitewater. Check out American Whitewater if you are considering that.

Answer 3

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