Introduction to Paddling with Your Dog
Our Introduction to Paddling with your Dog Adventure will begin on land, teaching our dogs to be comfortable with the equipment and showing them skills you'll need out on the water. We will then take it to the river, incorporating what we've learned. Each dog responds differently to paddling and you will be given instructions and suggestions, so you can support your dog and grow together as you adventure more together on the water. First time paddling for you?! No problem. Our expert instructors will show you the paddling skills you will need to be successful out on the water.
We offer two options for gear for this adventure:
1) BYOG (Bring Your Own Gear). You will need a paddleboard or kayak, paddle, a life jacket for yourself and a life jacket for your dog. You will want to have treats, your dog's collar, a 6ft leash and a 15-20 ft leash.
2) All Inclusive option, should you want to join but do not have equipment yet. The All Inclusive option includes a kayak or paddleboard, paddle, human & dog life jackets. If you have a life jacket for you or your dog that you prefer to use, please feel free to bring it with you. Should you choose to borrow equipment please select the "All Inclusive Gear” option when you register. You will want to bring treats, your dog's collar, a 6ft leash and a 15-20 ft leash.
Human participants are required to know how to swim to participate in this adventure. Dogs are not required to know how to swim. All participants must be 21 years or older. Both humans and dogs are required to wear life jackets. Dogs should be social/neutral with people & other dogs.
Participants must register at least 1-hour in advance. BYOG Drop-in rate, $55 (incl. tax & fees), All Inclusive Gear Drop-In rate, $85 (incl. tax & fees). Location for this adventure is Curtiss Park, Simsbury CT.
Paddle with Your Dog-Group Outing Adventure
Our group outing is designed for seasoned paddlers, whether you have been out on the water with your dog in our Intro to Paddling or on your own, this adventure is for you. We meet at our starting point, all get out on the water together and paddle up river as a group. On this outing we will explore the river a bit farthur, take in the beautiful scenery and continue to practice your dog’s paddling skills.
Human participants are required to know how to swim to participate in this adventure. Dogs are not required to know how to swim. All participants must be 21 years or older. Both humans and dogs are required to wear life jackets. Dogs should be social/neutral with people & other dogs.
Participants must register at least 1-hour in advance. BYOG Drop-in rate, $55 (incl. tax & fees), All Inclusive Gear Drop-In rate, $85 (incl. tax & fees). Location for this adventure is Curtiss Park, Simsbury CT.
Guided Wilderness River Adventure with Your Dog
Take a trip together, down the Farmington River, with your dog on this group river adventure. This adventure is offered along the quiet, scenic stretch of the Farmington River in Simsbury CT. We meet at our starting destination, get out on the water together and make our 2.5 hour journey down stream to our take out spot. During our paddle downstream, you will enjoy paddling with your dog, swimming for you(if you’d like to cool off) and your dog, the relaxing flow of the river and beautiful scenery including heron and eagle sightings. We will take a break mid-way to stretch our legs and enjoy food & refreshments. You can register as a BYOG(Bring Your Own Gear) or All Inclusive Gear adventure. The total time for this adventure is 4 hours; it includes approximately 2.5 hours paddling, a break with snacks & refreshments provided and transportation back to the starting point.
Participants are required to have attended in an Introduction to Paddling with Your Dog or Group Outing Adventure prior to registering for this event. Human participants are required to know how to swim for this adventure. All participants must be 21 years or older. Dogs are not required to know how to swim. Both humans and dogs are required to wear life jackets. Dogs should be social/neutral with people & other dogs.
This adventure is led by Stef Corbeil and Chris Eastwood, Certified GDMI, Guide Dog Placement Specialist and expert in fishing and outdoor adventures.
Participants must register at least 1-hour in advance. BYOG Drop-in rate, $85 (incl. tax & fees). All Inclusive Gear Drop-in rate, $125(incl. tax & fees). Location for this adventure is Simsbury, CT, address for starting destination is provided upon registration.
One on One Sessions & Private Groups
Looking for one on one instruction on how to Paddle with Your Dog? We offer private sessions if you are looking to learn something specific to you and your dog or to support your dog if they are anxious with new experiences or reactive in a group setting with other dogs. One on one sessions are 90 minutes, BYOG $125(incl. tax & fees), All Inclusive Gear $150(incl. tax & fees). BOOK YOUR SESSION.
Private small group experiences can be customized, whether you are looking to get a group of dog friends together for a new adventure or celebrating a life milestone, we’d love to create a one of a kind experience for you. For private group adventures INQUIRE HERE.