Rec Kayak Clinic # 2: Bow & Stern Draws & Bracing: Intro to Front & Back Ferrying

Recreational Kayak Clinic # 2 - June 19, 2025

Bow and Stern Draws and Bracing.  Introduction to Front and Back Ferrying

Tom Moiani- Lead Instructor

Bow and stern draws are essential for good boat control and necessary for paddling straight and turning. You will learn where to place your paddle and when to use these strokes for maximum control. We will also learn the low brace, a handy skill to keep from capsizing. Ferrying is used to easily and quickly move from one side of the river to the other while avoiding obstacles (rocks, trees, other boaters).  You can ferry facing downstream (back ferry) or facing upstream (front ferry). Knowing a good back stroke is essential for back ferries.

Cost: ($20 ACA-Members)  ($30 Non-ACA Members)

For further information, please contact Looie Voorhees at looielooie1@yahoo.com.