Paddling (COE) - Fall 2026

PE 1670 - Adirondack Canoe Camping

Experience the Adirondacks at their finest during Fall Break. Encounter first hand what makes this place so spectacular: magnificent mountain landscapes scattered with changing fall colors, numerous lakes and waterways to paddle, starry skies to camp out under and the call of loons as they echo across the lakes. Your instructors will teach you the skills you will need to have an enjoyable canoe camping experience including paddling technique, portaging (carrying boats & gear between lakes), navigation, backcountry cooking, and various other canoe camping skills. Must be a comfortable recreational swimmer.

PE 1671 - Recreational Canoeing

This course is designed to teach you the fundamentals of canoeing in a relaxed environment. Appreciate being outside for class as you explore Beebe Lake and other Finger Lakes area waterways. Meet new friends, learn new skills, and experience nature all while you keep active.

PE 1674 - Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Learn the basics to get you started with sea kayaking out on the lake. This course covers information about equipment, loading, launching and landing your kayak, exiting and re-entering your kayak in open water, and basic paddling stroke technique. Practice these skills at some great local paddling destinations around the Ithaca area. Must be a comfortable recreational swimmer.

PE 1675 - Stand Up Paddleboarding

Try paddling standing up! We are excited to show you how much fun you can have on stand up paddleboards. Experience Cayuga Lake from a new vantage point. Stay active and engage your whole body. Learn something fun in a small group setting. Our instructors will teach you all the basics including: stance, paddling technique, turning, and more.

PE 1680 - Pool Paddling

Learn the fundamentals of kayaking in the controlled environment of the pool. This course will give you a solid progression of skills that will be easily transferable to an open water or river experience. Learn and practice a wide range of skills in whitewater kayaks including fundamental paddling strokes, bracing, rolling and boat handling skills like edging and carving. Paddling games and focused exercises will provide a fun and interactive group learning experience. Must be a comfortable recreational swimmer.

PE 1681 - Whitewater Kayaking Beginners

This introductory course starts out in the pool where you will learn boat control and wet exits, then progresses to moving water, where you will learn the dynamics of a river and basic river safety. During the course you will practice boat handling skills including edging, bracing, rolling, and paddle strokes. Kayaking on the river will give you the opportunity to learn how to both read the water, and practice maneuvering across current with ferries, eddy turns, and peel outs. River destinations will be dependent on river levels. This class culminates in a trip to paddle on some real class II/III whitewater.