Intro to Wind

1 Days
Advanced
$129

With skills to handle wind and waves, these become resources for momentum and sources of joy! Gain an understanding of wind’s effects on the kayak and the environment. Build awareness and skill. Practice useful strategies. We’ll start small.

This course is subject to weather and Port Captain permission. Eight to 12 knots of wind is the sweet spot for something to play with, and below Loreto port closure protocols.

All paddling gear and National Park passes included.

3 hours

Prices in USD per person

1 person $249
2 people $159
3-6 people $129

Skill Level

Beginner; paddled a few times. Challenging activity.

Good fitness and stamina for the equivalent of an hour’s brisk walk or jog is required for the Intro to Wind course. Necessary skills include a calm capsize, wet exit (flip over and get out), and assisted deep water re-entry in calm water. You also need to be able to reliably maneuver to a target such as a ball or another kayak.

Intro to Wind course builds upon these foundations by helping you develop strategies for efficiently applying your skills using the wind to your advantage.

 

Our Expedition Base is located near the center of Loreto, on Nicolas Bravo 2 doors south of the tall concrete auditorium. It is staffed at designated meeting times and during store hours.

Directions

Go to the waterfront, and turn south on the Malecon (the waterfront road/walkway). At the end of the road and walkway, turn inland (right) one block, then turn left. Pass the tall concrete building on the right, and one house. Our name is painted on the outside wall. We will be prepared to meet you at the pre-arranged meeting time, or during store hours.

  • National Park permits
  • Single sea kayaks; doubles available for partners
  • PFD (life jacket)
  • Paddle
  • Spray skirt
  • Drybag
  • Paddle jacket
  • 2mm Shorty wetsuit and neoprene jacket
    What’s Not Included
  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Tips for guides
For paddling
  • 1 liter of water in bottle and/or hydration system
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen and lip protection
  • Sunglasses with strap
  • Strap for regular glasses
  • Hat for sun
  • Non-cotton long-sleeve shirt for paddling
  • Quick-dry shorts/pants
  • Water shoes or sandals with heel strap
  • Towel
  • Dry clothing
  • Sunscreen, Reef-safe please
Optional
  • Camera
  • Paddling gloves

Tips for your guides/coaches/captains are always appreciated! Fifteen percent is typical, but completely at your discretion. Tips may be added to your credit card bill if you’d like (5% fee), or handed in cash to your lead guide at the end of the trip, to divide among the guide and captain team. Mexican pesos are ideal, but unmarked US dollars with no rips or physical damage are also good in any denomination.

Tips for taxis are included in the trip price.

Thank you!

Payment
  • Balance is due upon reservation.
Cancellation
  • Before 7 days advance of trip: full credit or refund minus 15% administrative fees.
  • Within 7 days of trip, full credit if used within a week, subject to availability.
  • Half credit for a future season.
  • No refunds.

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