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(paddle your whole life through and the learning never stops – c’mon back whenever you can)

Basic Skills * $60 8:45 - 11:30 am
Gentle beginnings to kayaking on our sheltered lake. We cover the essential strokes and safety info to get you going. Make it part of a weekend getaway package by taking the Island Adventure also. Learn more...
May 17, 24, 31
June 7, 14, 21, 28
July 2, 5, 9, 12, 16,19, 23, 26, 30
Aug. 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
Sept. 6,13,20

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Basic Rescue ** $60 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Helping yourself and others after a capsize is good to know, and builds your confidence as a safe paddler. We’ll teach you the essentials of rescue training in this fun and wet afternoon on the sheltered waters of Cole Lake. Learn more...
May 17, 24, 31
June 7, 14, 21, 28
July 2, 5, 9, 12, 16,19, 23, 26, 30
Aug. 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
Sept. 6,13,20

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Fine Tuning Strokes & Edges *** $60. 8:45 - 11:30 am
With your body, boat and blade - we’ll help you to paddle further, faster and in style! Take this one a few times & learn to really paddle your kayak, you will get better and better. Learn more...
May 17, 24, 31
June 7, 14, 21, 28
July 2, 5, 9, 12, 16,19, 23, 26, 30
Aug. 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
Sept. 6,13,20

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Beginning to Roll *** $60. 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Rolling is a riot, and the lead up skills are the same ones you need to be a safe paddler, so c’mon back! Learn more...
May 17, 24, 31
June 7, 14, 21, 28
July 2, 5, 9, 12, 16,19, 23, 26, 30
Aug. 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
Sept. 6,13,20

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Island Adventure *** $135 8:45 am 5 pm

The Bay’s sheltered island waters are picture perfect for paddling - and our famous picnic lunch makes it a day to remember. Combine this daytrip with a 1/2 day clinic and make a weekend getaway package of it! Read more...

May 18, 25
June 8, 15, 22, 29
July 6,13,20,27
Aug. 3,10,17,24,31
Sept. 7,14,21

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Hey, We Almost Forgot Canoeing!
Many of us grew up canoeing - or at least thinking we could. Rediscover the joy of quiet paddling - and let us show you some pretty cool strokes and tricks along the way. Read more...

Baysid Inn - Cozy, comfy, nicely furnished rooms overlooking Parry Sound Harbour

Bayside Inn & The Squall  *** $525 - A Kayak Weekend Getaway at it's best!
Cozy nights in Parry Sound’s newest Inn (Bayside Inn) , hearty paddler’s breakfasts, and two great Island Adventures to our favourite paddling places along with yummy lunches.

The evenings are yours to:

• Enjoy a meal at one of Parry Sound’s many great restaurants.
• Stroll along the town’s Georgian Bay shoreline trail
• or take in a local show at the Charles W. Stockey Centre.
• All we ask is that you have basic paddling experience and a big smile.
• Package includes: 2 nights accommodation, 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches, 2 guided kayak daytrips with boats and gear.
• (Double occupancy reduces your cost by $100/person)
• This Special Package is offered only twice this season, so call now to reserve:
  June 6 eve, 7, 8
  Sept. 5 eve, 6, 7
• Read more...
• Register Now!
  

Comments from last years Bayside Inn Weekend Getaway
"Just thought you might wish some feedback on the Bayside Inn & The Squall trip. I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a good way to do a couple of really nice day paddles but return to "home like" accomodations in the evening. The food was great, both at the inn and on trip. The guides were good and knew the area well. As luck would have it, all of the group had been in kayaks before and, as a result, we were able to explore more and play in conditions that another group may not have been comfortable. Thanks to the guides for putting some adventure into things. I hope that you do consider running the trip again next September as I would consider doing it again. Cheers, David R

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Kids Kayaking Paddle Roulette Game Photo Credit: Kathy Dyer Click on Pic to Watch The Video! Kids Kayaking White Water Rodeo Game photo credit: Graham Ketcheson

Kid's Kayakin' * $47. 10 am - 3 pm
Kids playing in kayaks learn really quick, and have a blast doing it. Each week is different and full of surprises. You bring picnic lunch and we’ll do the rest. Co-ed 8-11. Read more...

Watch the video! (Quick Time)

July 6, 13, 20, 27
Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Register soon to reserve your spots in our ever popular Kids Kayaking day programme on sheltered Cole Lake - at the White Squall Paddling Centre.

K1 Camp* $168 ( 2 Days)
8:45 am - 5:00 pm each day.
Serious paddling fun for older kids. Try hard and you might earn the Paddle Canada Flatwater Kayaking award. Co-ed 12-15 (you bring lunch). Learn more...

2 course dates:
July 3-4
July 31-Aug. 1

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K2  Camp *** (3 Days) $252 . 8:45 am - 5:00 pm  each day.
K1 grads focus on paddling, safety and rescues aiming towards the Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayak award. This 3 day sea kayak training course builds on the skills of K1 Camp.  Co-ed 13-16 (you bring lunch) Read more...

 2 course dates:
July 16-18
Aug. 13-15

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Youth Adventure $390. July 2-5 (4 Days)
Our original Bay adventure for teens. We need kids who want to paddle, camp and have fun!
Co-ed ages 13 - 16 - Learn more...

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Youth Quest $390. August 26-29 (4 Days)
Youth Adventure grads-a great way to end your summer – paddling, swimming and no parents.
Co-ed 14-17 - Learn more...

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Family Kayak Daytrip * $120/adult $60/children. 8:45am – 5:00pm
Bring the gang for a fun-filled day in the islands. You bring a picnic, we’ll provide the fun! We’ve designed this programme to give your family a safe adventure out in the protected island waters and channels near our Centre. Learn more...

July 10, 31
Aug. 28

This family kayak daytrip is only offered 3 times this season. Register soon to reserve your families daytrip. See you on the water.

Private Family Lessons - $ 88. per hour plus taxes for family of four - 2 adults and 2 kids under 14

Hey did you know we run fun-family kayak and canoe classes on our warm, sheltered inland lake? Discover how much fun it is to be on the water with the whole family. Learn new skills, and have fun safely with our fully qualified paddling instructors. Please contact us with your group size, needs and dates and we'll take it from there.

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photo: james scarrow The Squall Goes to Town - FREE EVENT! See you at Sail Parry Sound’s dock from 6:30 – 8:30pm EVERY TUESDAY evening in July and August for free test paddling of the latest in canoes and kayaks. Donations to the Sail Parry Sound Youth Programme welcome. Here's your chance to come to the town beach and try out a kayak or canoe for free. Discover the fun of canoeing and kayaking right in your backyard. After paddling take in a FREE concert next door on the licenced patio at the Charles W. Stockey Centre - offering FREE concerts at the waterfront every Tuesday in summer. What a combo - PADDLIN' N MUSIC !!! Come as your are - casual clothing is ok, however kayaking is a wet sport. We'll provide the paddling gear. July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm - Sail Parry Sound. back to top

New Program!
Georgian Bay Storm Gathering is for intermediate paddlers and instructors seeking one last weekend on the Bay before winter sets in. Together, we’ll work through a practical yet informal weekend of sea kayaking with emphasis on changing conditions, safety/risk management, and open crossings. On-land workshops will include safety, coaching, trip planning, leadership and group management. On-water sessions will focus on navigation, boat handling, boat repair, leadership & incident management. Evenings will include socials and special presentations. The instructional team is volunteering for the weekend, in order to keep costs down. We expect everyone to come, ready to share, participate and have fun. Your development as a paddler will be entirely up to you. We’re here to create opportunities for learning. Okay, here’s the real reason. David and Tim wanted to get wet and cold in wind and waves with a bunch of other paddlers, then come back to warm cabins and tell lies about it in great detail.

Download This Course Outline

Co-ordinators: David Johnston & Tim Dyer

Instruction Team: tba

Date: October 17 – Oct. 19
Location: Snug Haven Resort (http://www.snughaven.ca)
RR #1, Nobel, ON P0G 1G0 (near Parry Sound)
Provides access to sheltered and open Georgian Bay Coast

Registration: Registation is Limited!! Contact Us directly info@whitesquall.com or 705-342-5324 Please call to arrange payment and reserve your spot. Download registration form and fax into White Squall. Normal White Squall cancellation policy applies.

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level 3: Participation in the Storm Gathering will constitute the first day of a Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills Course only for those wishing to apply. From Mon. Oct. 20 to Wed. Oct. 22, the completion of the Level 3 course will be conducted on Georgian Bay. Contact White Squall for details.

Medical: Any allergy or other medical condition that may affect participation must be made expressly clear in the registration forms, and verbally to organizers & group

Pre-Requisites: Paddle Canada Level 2 skills or equivalent
- Ability to Roll on one side in waves less than 1 metre
- Drysuit, Helmet & Complete Thermal Protection
- A smiling face and lots of energy

Cost: $150. Including Taxes Includes Friday/Saturday Accomodation plus all Instruction, lectures/socials.
or
$595 plus taxes if you are a Level 3 Candidate (note that if you wish to stay over at Snug Haven on the Sunday night, there will be an additional charge-please contact us about that, otherwise, you may camp at White Squall for free on the Sunday night.

Accomodation: Snug Haven Resort is just north of Parry Sound, Ontario and has small cottages that can accommodate from 4-9 people. They are all equipped with hot and cold water, electric stove, refrigerator, dishes, cutlery and all cooking utensils. All cottages have inside flush toilets and showers, combination kitchen and living room and separated bedrooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag.

Meals: All meals/drinks are participants responsibility. Though kitchen equipment and utensils are available, we suggest bringing your own kit just in case! If you want to potluck it with other registrants, please let us know and we’ll put you in touch with each other. Please make meals simple and quick!

Alcohol: Alcohol & Drugs have no place on the water. Moderate consumption with the evening meal is fine.

Boat/Gear: Participants’ responsibility
If you need rental of boat/gear/drysuit, please contact White Squall to arrange separately.
A Complete Gear/Clothing List can be found on this site in any of the skill/instructor course outlines.

Damage: Due to hard rocks and big waves, there is a good chance that boats, paddles and gear will get damaged, broken or lost. You are responsible for your own gear and the Georgian Bay Storm Gathering or its sponsors will not be held responsible for any damaged or lost gear.

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Coaches Korner - $ 46./hr, $ 23./hr ea. additional person - includes boat & gear - 50% off for kids 14 and under.

Private lessons to work on beginner to advanced strokes, edging, rescues, rolling-whatever your heart desires! We also offer canoeing and private family paddling! Please contact us with your group size, needs and dates and we'll take it from there.

Getting Young People Outside

White Squall has provided a wide range of training programmes for staff and students of schools, camps, colleges and universities across Ontario for over 20 years. We keep the cost of this and our own youth trips/clinics as low as we can to get young people outside in the fresh air!!. Please get in touch and we can help you with your plans and ideas.

The coastal islands and shores of northeastern Georgian Bay have been recognized by the United Nations as a unique littoral ecosystem of international importance. Sea kayakers recognize the thirty thousand islands as some of the best paddling in the world. We’re pretty lucky to have this as our backyard – and look forward to sharing it with you.read Learn more about the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve.

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