Beginner Camps
Our beginner camps offer youth aged 10-15 an amazing week filled with basic kayaking fundamentals, all at a minimal cost. This foundational introduction to kayaking covers wet exits, hip snaps, boat control, beginner stroke progression, and much more. No experience is necessary, and all river gear is provided for these weeks.
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SOLD OUT 2026
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10-15 Year-olds
No experience necessary
Must be able to swim
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Each camp is one week long running Monday-Friday.
Each day, we meet at Love Boat at 9 AM.
Paddle all day on a new section near Missoula.
Return each day to Love Boat at 5 PM.
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River gear (helmet, life jacket, kayak, spray skirt, dry top, paddle)
Dry bags for lunch
Extra layers
Transportation
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Sunglasses
Water bottle
Lunch in soft sided lunch box or bag
Athletic clothes to swim in
Shoes that can get wet
Towel
Clothes to wear before and after kayaking
Snacks if participant has food allergies
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$400
Upon successfully finishing the camp, participants are invited to apply for our intermediate camps!
***Payment is due at the time of registration.
All camps are filled on a first come first serve basis. For more information please email cruxadventures@gmail.com