Event Details

Vancouver Lake Community Paddle Trip

Saturday, October 7, 2023
11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Felida Moorage & Marine Services

Event Full: This event has met its participation limit. Please view other nature programs and opportunities to volunteer at Vancouver’s Water Center.

To be added to the waitlist, please email the Water Center and specify how many people are in your group and the ages of any youth in your group.

Explore Vancouver Lake from a whole new perspective! Join the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership and Vancouver’s Water Center education staff for a family-friendly canoe paddle aboard 29-foot, 14-passenger Big Canoes! Glide past shore birds, look for signs of beaver activity, and learn about the Columbia River ecosystem from seasoned paddle guides educators.

Plan to paddle for 1-1.5 hours in Estuary Partnership’s Big Canoes along with other participants, and walk under 0.25 of a mile on gravel, muddy/sandy beaches, and uneven terrain. Paddlers must be able to step down 2.5 feet into the canoe and sit on a wooden bench without back support for the duration of the paddle program.

Big Canoe paddles are suitable for ages 6 and older. Previous paddling experience is not required.

Registration required. Please note that space is limited. You will receive a confirmation letter with full event details, meeting location, and how to prepare for your event after registration. If you need to cancel, please do so at your earliest convenience to allow your spot to be filled by someone on the waitlist.

Location: Felida Moorage & Marine Services, 4911 Northwest 122nd Street, #1, Vancouver, WA, 98685

Who can paddle?

• Big Canoe trips are open to the public and are suitable for ages 6 and older. Previous paddling experience is not necessary!
• Paddlers must step down 2.5 feet into the canoe and sit on a wooden bench without back support.

Do I need any equipment or special gear?

• Please come prepared for the weather with raingear or a hat and sunscreen/sun protection.
• Personal flotation devices (PFD’s) in youth – XXL are provided.
• This paddle trip will depart from a small sand patch and not a dock so waterproof shoes or sandals are recommended. Old tennis shoes work great, too.

Can I bring my camera or cell phone?

• Yes. Be advised that we cannot guarantee the safety of electronic devices and do not offer dry bags. Occasional splashes and rain make the bottom of the boat wet, but typically gear in a pocket will stay dry.

How safe are paddle trips?

• Safety is always our first priority. Our guides are trained in on-water rescue, CPR, and Wilderness First Aid.
• Water activities carry inherent risk; guides take precautions to ensure a safe paddling experience.
• See our safety protocols or contact us for more information.