No question that forum members are concerned about safety, but when someone asks for info about kayaking classes, that shows they are seeking formal advice.
1 Like
But in the meantime they’ve been out there.
I understand, but he sounds like he has pretty good situational awareness.
Golden sun!
We all do till we don’t. Then it’s what you have in your bag of trick’s or in you reserves. I’m 70 in a few weeks. Probably never paddled faster or longer than I can now. Experience, better stroke, stamina still great, all of the above? No clue what next year will bring, nevermind another ten years.
1 Like
I’m not sure about classes local to you, but when you find one it should include how to use a paddle float. If not, then maybe find another class. A paddle float has a few great uses for stabilizing yourself, one of which is use as a pontoon on the end of your paddle with the other end fixed to the deck or gunnels. You should definitely practice the wet exit and re-entry in your class, too. It’s also good to practice that independently every season. I went out in the spring this year and on my first paddle practiced my lay back roll, which failed. I was close to shore so I could have just walked out, but I used that as an opportunity to practice re-entry and found that my feet were numb by the time I got back into the boat. I like to think that my roll will work when I need it, but it’s good to have other skills, too, and practice them.
What is your camera setup? I’ve tried carrying my camera while I paddle but I worry about taking it out of the dry bag (and I don’t really like storing gear on the deck). How do you stow the camera when you’re paddling?
Same here PaddleDog52.
I keep my camera in a small dry bag whenever I launch and when I’m getting out of the water. While paddling I keep it around my neck.
I use a Canon rebel Sl2 with a 28 to 75mm lens.
Thanks Jyak. I have abetter understanding how this message board works.
I dont hurt enough yet to slow down long enough to take pictures. Thats why I like looking at everybody’s pictures. I hope I’ll take more time next year to explore.
We are just trying to sell you a nice 17’ sea kayak and a full set of lessons.
Be safe.
Drysuit and a ton of other gear. Possibly new cameras also. 
Right. Thanks.
I may be able to help, I am an Instructor from Poughkeepsie. I’ll be attending the Newtown Community Pool Sessions (Connecticut) and I would recommend attending. People at the pool sessions are always very nice and happy to help teach you if you ask for assistance.
Link to the facebook group:
2 Likes
got it.
I live in New Rochelle. Thought about taking the course in the spring. Wondering if it’s possible to just come up and observe one of the winter sessions for a little while.
Riverconnection.commight have pool lessons this winter.
The River Connection (Me) isn’t hosting pool sessions this winter but I’ve been attending the Newtown CT sessions as time permits. Fantastic facility! Warm water! Now to convince the staff to keep the kiddie splash pool fountain features running during the practice. (No wave generator or ww features). 
Shallow pool and deep lap pool so lots of space.
I was teaching rolling to someone there last night. Can do more in 2023.
See you on the water,
Marshall Seddon
The River Connection, Inc.
9 W. Market St.
Hyde Park, NY. 12538
845-229-0595 main
845-242-4731 mobile
Main: [www.the-river-connection.com]
Store: [www.the-river-connection.us]
Email: marshall@the-river-connection.com
Facebook: [Redirecting...]
Instagram: Instagram.com/marshall.seddon
1 Like