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Sea Kayaking Skills and Adventures, Ltd. of Long Island provides kayakers with the knowledge and tools needed for a safe and richly rewarding experience in the maritime environment.


Our enjoyable and innovative programs, in the classroom and on the water, are designed to develop in everyone an understanding of good seamanship and sound technique.


Our teaching style is relaxed but comprehensive. We cater to the beginning and intermediate kayakers and are flexible for those wishing to update or maintain their skills


We can also offer challenging clinics for the advanced paddler interested in training for open water paddling and kayak navigation.


Our courses follow official American Canoe Association curriculum. We can provide ACA registration and participation cards for most our courses.


We can perform official ACA Skills Assessment and Certification for Coastal Kayak levels 1 through 4. We are also offer ACA Trip Leader Training with a certificate of completion.


For the advanced paddler we can provide Instructor Development and Certification for Coastal Kayak Instructor levels 1-4 from the American Canoe Association. We facilitate ACA training throughout the Atlantic Division of the ACA.


We can accommodate specialty interests such as training for surf kayaking, wild water paddling, sprint and marathon racing as well as adventure racing.


Our tours are regular and varied with locations spanning both North and South shore put-ins. We generally offer a 1-hour introductory class for the beginner immediately before each tour.


We can also arrange for custom tours on special topics such as team building, bird watching, estate viewing, gourmet dining, fall foliage, etc. Challenge us with your needs.


 

News as of August 11, 2008

* * * Its high summer! Some weeks past the Solstice, the days are already getting shorter. Some of the birds are beginning to gather in flocks though the beginning of migration is still som weeks away.

Our coastal waters are about as warm as they are going to get. Shallow, protected lakes and bays and remind us of bath water, but it is still a good idea to have a wind breaker handy to manage evaporative cooling under windy conditions and ocean inlets are still chilly with fog likely.

Now is the time to keep an eye on the sky for threatening weather. Anvil clouds and rapid wind and temperature changes are clues to a pending squall that can easily ruin our day. A marine radio set for weather alerts makes a valuable insurance policy. Please remember to paddle smart and stay safe:

 
Wear your PFD.   Dress for immersion.   Never Paddle Alone!  

Good news! The confusing list of training and touring options we offered in the spring is now down to a few clear summer decisions. While we work on our Fall schedule, we took some time to gather the remaining summer options below. For those with busy schedules, targetted private lessions may better meet your needs. Remember, our Calendar Page offers easy planning of your tours or classes:

 
August   September   October  

* * * ACA Introduction to Kayaking: An excellent course for the beginning kayaker, this Introduction course will consist of three 3-hour sessions at the beautiful Brookhaven Pool in Holtsville, NY. Classes start on Tuesday, August 19 and run from 6:30 to 9:30 pm in this lighted outdoor pool. Call Brookhaven town at 631-451-6135 to register.

* * * Captain Kayak Clinics: SKSA is pleased to announce our association with Captain Kayak in Sayville, NY. We will be offering basic 3-hour clinics including ACA Quick Start, Basic Rescues and Braces & Rolling on Friday mornings from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon starting August 8. Call us at 631-563-6654 for scheduling, registration and directions.

* * * Empire Kayak Clinics: For those in western Long Island, SKSA again has a regular series of clinics at Empire Kayaks in Long Beach, NY. These 3-hour basic clinics including ACA Quick Start, Basic Rescues and Braces & Rolling take place in Sundays from August 17 through October 3 in the morning (9-12) or afternoon (12-3) depending on the day. Call Empire Kayaks at 516-889-8300 for detailed scheduling, registration and directions.

* * * Long Island Maritime Museum Clinics: SKSA is pleased to announce a new relationship with the Maritime Mueseum in West Sayville, NY. We will be offering 3-hour specialty clinics on ACA Quick Start and Basic Rescues on Saturdays from 4:00 to 7:00 pm beginning August 9. Call 631-HISTORY for more information and registration for the clinics of your choice.

* * * Bracing and Rolling: An specialty class for the more experienced kayaker will be offered in one 3-hour session at the Brookhaven Pool in Holtsville, NY. The class will be held on Tuesday, August 12 and will run from 6:30 to 9:30 pm in this lighted outdoor pool. This class will be offered one final time this season on September 9. Call Brookhaven town at 631-451-6135 to register.

* * * NEW! Trip Leader Specialization: SKSA has developed a one-day curriculum for the Trip Leader. We will combine Basic Navigation with ACA Strokes and Maneuvers in a special course designed to provide key tools to the Trip Leader. This full day class will be held at Timber Point Park, Great River, NY starting promptly at 9:00 am. Those interested in participating should call Elizabeth at 631-563-6654 for registration.

* * * Wednesday Evening Tours: Hosted by the Long Island Maritime Museum beginning July 2, these tours leave the Museum dock at 6:30 pm every other Wednesday for an envigorating encounter with the breezes and waves of the Great South Bay. It is recommended that novices join us at 5:30 for an introductory lesson to maximize their experience. Please call the Maritime Museum at 631 HISTORY for registration, gear and boat rental.

* * * North Shore Tours: Departing from Setauket Harbor promptly at 6:30 pm these relaxing evening tours are a popular way to cool off on a summer evening. Come early (5:30 pm) and take a short lesson to improve enjoyment for the beginning paddler. Join us on Wednesdays: 8/6 and 9/3 when the tides are in our favor. Please call Brookhaven Town at 631-451-6135 for registration gear and boat rental.

* * * South Shore Tours: These tours leave from Osprey Park in Mastic Beach, NY on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm for a relaxing trip up the Forge River. A short lesson offered at 5:30 pm is a great benefit to the beginning paddler. Join us on 8/20 and 9/17 for favorable tides. Please call Brookhaven Town at 631-451-6135 for registration, boat and gear rental.

* * * Full Moon Tours: How relaxing! Bring your honey (or just yourself) and join us on a variety of dates for a romantic Full Moon Tour to watch the moon rise over the bay. Start times vary with moonrise on 8/27 (Mon), 9/26 (Wed) and 10/26 (Fri). Please call ahead to reserve your spot (boat and gear rental available) - 631-563-6654.

* * * Morning Excercise Tour: Are you serious about excercise? Want to stay in shape? Our Morning Tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 am are just the thing for you. These workout paddles are invigorating, fun and a great way to start your day. Just call and let us know that you want to join us - 631-563-6654 (rentals available on request).

* * * Private Lessons: Possibly your schedule is very busy or unique or perhaps you want to progress faster than the group. Many people feel the need for one-on-one training, or prefer the security of a personal lesson. Two people may want to learn together under semi-private conditions. It is always possible to schedule a special session to assess and improve your skills. Download our Flyer for details. Contact us to arrange for a custom program that meets your personal requirements. Travel fees may apply outside the Central Long Island area.

* * * Group Lessons: Do you have several friends who would all like to learn paddling together? Would your club like to schedule a custom training curriculum? Does your company want a special tour to foster "team building" among personnel? SKSA can meet your needs. Challenge us to arrange custom lessons and tours for your group at accomodating rates. Contact us to arrange for special training or outings that fit your needs.

* * * Skill Certification: SKSA is proud to be the first in our region to offer ACA Coastal Kayak skill Assessments for levels 1 through 4. These Assessments certify your skill level for activity participation and upper level training throughout the United States. For more information visit the ACA website.

* * * Trip Leader Training: SKSA is now certified to offer Trip Leader Training and Assessment through the American Canoe Association. This is a two-day curriculum with exam. Interested shops and camps, please inquire.

* * * Instructor Certification: We are pleased to announce that SKSA is now certified to offer Instructor Development Workshops and Instructor Certification Exams for Coastal Kayaking levels 1 through 4 through the American Canoe Association. We invite inquiries from paddlers throughout the Northeast Region.

* * * Quick Classes: do you have a question on a particular concept? We have put together a series of short topical lectures that answer some frequently asked questions. Peruse our Q-Class Archive to select the lesson of your choice.

* * * Gift Certificates for SKSA classes, clinics and tours make wonderful gifts, and are always available. The gift of fun, knowledge and skills will last a lifetime. What could be better? Call 631-563-6654 for details

* * * Launch Sites: Check out our kayak Put-in Page. Many of our students and friends ask where they can go to launch their new boat. We decided to put together a list of public put-ins as a service to our friends. Please keep the list growing. Use our handy Form to provide updates, corrections or to let us know of any we missed.

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