:: The Fresh Air Society ::

PADDLE Antigonish (PA) is a group of paddling enthusiasts sharing a common mission - promote safe informed and fun paddling for all. If you would like to share some time on the water practicing your paddling skills, passing along your knowledge coaching others, hoping to pick up a few tips and techniques, or needing a tandem partner to explore some wonderful water trails around Antigonish, we would welcome your membership. This is our second year as an affiliate club, recognized by CKNS and is supported by St. Francis Xavier University and the Town of Antigonish. We ask all participants of PA to become members of CKNS allowing us to access association benefits. To register your annual membership ($10) with CKNS please go to http://www.ckns.ca.

Introduction to Canoeing

Would you like to learn how to paddle a canoe and explore some beautiful waterways around Antigonish County? All required equipment is provided; however participants can bring their own. We will be paddling as a group and you can decide if you want to paddle recreationally or seek a few instructional tips - no certifications will be given. If you are uncertain of your skill, you can be partnered with an experienced paddler to help you with the basics until you are comfortable. Cost is free and we will meet bi-weekly, weather permitting. Starting Thurs May 19 from 6-9 p.m. until Oct 27th at various locations.

To reserve your spot -- 10 maximum email Andrew Foran aforan@stfx.ca or call 863.2963/867.5422

Introduction to Kayaking

Would you like to learn how to paddle a kayak and explore some beautiful waterways around Antigonish County? All required equipment is provided; however participants can bring their own. You will be paddling with a group and each session will be lead by a certified Paddle Canada kayaking instructor to help you with the basics until you are comfortable. Cost is free and we will meet bi-weekly, weather permitting. Starting Thurs May 19 from 6-9 p.m. until Oct 27th at various locations.

To reserve your spot -- 6 maximum email Andrew Foran aforan@stfx.ca or call 863.2963/867.5422

Explore Antigonish - Wednesday evenings.

If you have the desire to explore paddling areas surrounding Antigonish there is a travelling group meeting most Wednesday evenings 6-9 p.m. This group is intended for people who have their own gear, canoe or kayak, and are experienced enough to explore local water trails; however we have limited equipment that we can loan if requested ahead of time. As this is a recognized and sanctioned CKNS activity participants must be a member and have all required safety equipment. To register for week to week information and paddle plans, please send a request to lklapstein@gmail.com or peter.dowd@gmail.com. We can also be reached at 863-5910 (Leslie or Dieter) or 872-2254 (Peter).

Paddle Antigonish hopes to see you on the water!