Advanced Kayak Instruction

Creeking, paddling the Upper Yough, playboating. You've been paddling class III, are feeling more and more comfortable and think it's time to step it up a notch. Paddling in this area offers great opportunities - there are numerous creeks and of course, the east coast gem of creeking: the Upper Yough. With seasonal releases every Monday, Friday and Saturday, it is guaranteed paddling! Of course, you might not quite be ready for the Upper Yough, but would really like to bombproof your roll, work on your boof, refine your strokes and generally just start preparing for the next step. That is where we come into the picture. Wilderness Voyageur's instructors are passionate about teaching and helping paddlers develop their skills.

Or...do you just want to run waterfalls?? Take part in our Running Waterfalls Clinic on Valley Falls, WV Paddling up to the lip of a waterfall might be one of the coolest things you can do in your kayak as well as one of the scariest. Join our instruction staff for a day clinic on running waterfalls on nearby Valley Falls. You’ll learn how to approach, take-off and land over different types of waterfalls as well as log in as many runs as you can possibly manage in one day due to the convenience the site offers. Practice makes perfect so you can be confident on that 20-footer drop you’ve wanted to style.

There are just a few things you need to do:

• Decide if you want a 1,2 or 3 day clinic. Falls Running, Creeking or general skills polishing?
• Do you think you're ready for the Upper Yough or would you like to refine your skills? Please note that before taking anyone to the Upper Yough, your instructor might request a "pre paddle" to help determine the level of your experience.
• Pick up the phone and call for a reservation! 800-272-4141 or click here to send us an email for more information or contact with one of the instructors.

What will you get with each class?

• Customized day to fit your needs with one of our experienced and enthusiastic instructors
• All equipment necessary (latest model kayak, paddle, skirt, helmet, PFD, wetsuit, etc.). You'll be able to test creek boats by Pyranha, Liquid Logic and Wave Sport.
• Deli style lunch
• Transportation
• Better skills and a total thrill of a day!

Friday night Loop Runs

Want to meet other kayakers? Free Friday night Loop runs will begin in June for new and experienced paddlers. We’ll meet at 6:30 at the Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitter Store then head to the river from there. Come join our kayaking staff and practice your new skills, share personal techniques with others or just enjoy the company of new faces on the river!