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Please refer to your confirmation email for the most accurate start time. If you are still unsure feel free to give us a call. Please arrive on time as this may affect other clinics going on during the day. If you do not arrive for the scheduled start time, we cannot guarantee you will be able to make the trip and you will not be entitled to a refund. Some clinics may have a different start time so be sure to check your confirmation email after booking. Complimentary hot drinks will be available upon your arrival.
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Instructor-to-student ratios are typically 1:4 for most clinics. However, events, swiftwater rescue, and some group clinics may have 1:5 or 1:6 ratios. Steep creekin’ and Dryway clinic ratios are 1:3. The maximum clinic size is typically 12 people.
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While some of the flatwater areas we use are quite warm in June, July, and August, the Deerfield River is always cool, regardless of the time of year or air temperature. When packing your paddling clothes, please plan for the water temperature, especially if you are coming early or late in the season (April, May, September and October).
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You are required to wear sneakers or other shoes that can be secured to your feet. No flip-flops or Crocs!
In warm summer weather, some guests are comfortable in bathing suits/swim trunks or light layers. However, we ask you do not wear cotton, as it will keep you cold and wet throughout the trip. Wool and synthetic materials such as polypropylene, nylon, and fleece are appropriate for cooler weather and water temperatures. We suggest bringing any required medications as well as extra money for souvenirs or coin-operated showers, etc.
Before the trip, please leave any and all valuables as well as your dry clothes and towels for after the trip in your locked vehicle. Expect everything you bring with you to get wet. Keep your car keys with you, as we will collect those and put them in a lock box before gearing up, then return them to you when you return at the end of the day. You may also consider bringing nose plugs and a retaining strap for your sunglasses, which can also be purchased in our shop, if necessary.
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Paddling gear is provided if needed, such as a wetsuit, paddle jacket, booties, boat, life jacket (PFD), helmet, paddle and sprayskirt (if needed). If you would like to use your own equipment and are unsure if it is appropriate for the course, please feel free to give us a call so we can discuss it with you.
We provide a catered picnic-style lunch for all our full day clinics. Typical lunches include your choice of wrap (turkey, roast beef, or veggie) chips, salsa, pasta salad, and delicious cookies.
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You should bring sunscreen, a towel and a nose clip if you use one. If you wear glasses, you will want a glasses retaining strap to keep them on your head when you swim.
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Yes! We want to help you progress in this great sport and offering you a discount is one of the ways we can help you get what you’ll need. Ask your instructor for the latest information about our discounts.
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At the end of your day, you may want to take a shower. We have coin-operated showers in the changing rooms – you will need quarters to take advantage of them.
If you have any other questions, just call us at 413-339-4010 or email us at [email protected]. We will be happy to help you get ready for your time with us.
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