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Basic sea kayaking course
Join us for the paddling course of a lifetime, which combines fun, laughter and enjoyment! Our courses include that “little extra” to ensure paddling joy and mastery for everyone
General information
This course is suitable for novices or those with some paddling experience who want a review and guidance of various techniques. Everyone who completes the course receives a “wet card” (certification from the Norwegian Paddle Federation).
No previous experience is required, and we will provide a kayak and other equipment necessary to complete the course.
Duration: 2 days
Weekdays from 14:00 to approx. 22:00
Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to approx. 17.00
Price: NOK 2,600
Our base is at the camping site in idyllic Tranøybotn. The meeting place is at the Hyttekroa restaurant.
The course includes a sea kayaking trip with a lunch break. Bring enough food and drink for lunch and snacks for an active day. We also recommend bring an extra change of clothes. Sea kayaking is a water sport, so you are likely to get wet.
Please advise us if you have any ailments, injuries, allergies or the like that we should know about, either by sending a message and notifying us before the course starts.
Course goals, as stipulated by the Norwegian Paddle Federation:
Sub-goals:
Introduce the participant to the kayak and equipment. After completing the course, through simple practical exercises the participant has learned to use the kayak, oars, cover and vest. The participant will also learn about simple safety routines and exercises and how to manoeuvre the kayak in an effective manner. The course includes a sea kayaking trip focusing on safety and group dynamics.
• Lifting, carrying, launching and entering the kayak
• Efficient forward stroke
• Reverse stroke and stopping
• Lateral movement of the kayak. Low brace stroke
• Sweep stroke (reverse)
• Turning (draw stroke and sweep stroke)
• Going ashore/disembarkation
• Securing a kayak after disembarking
• Rescue techniques
• Injury prevention
• Planning of a basic kayaking trip to be implemented
• General safety and basic seamanship
• General information about outdoor life and the right of public access
• Travel without leaving a trace
In addition to instruction, the course price includes:
• Rental of kayak, oars and clothing such as shoes, dry suit, vest, gloves and hat
• “Wet card” proof of completed course
Please bring:
• Good mood
• Extra change of clothes, warm clothes and a waterproof packing bag (recommended)
• Food and drink (hot and cold)
• Towel
• Seat pad to use during breaks
Number of participants per course: 6
Facilities
- Summer
- WC
- Autumn
- Spring
- Medium
About Norwegian Wild
Norwegian Wild is a family-run campsite where the genuine and close incounter with nature is important to us. The sea, nature and the people are our driving force.
We do what we can to keep nature and the sea clean by respecting trackless traffic, sorting and picking up rubbish, protecting the environment and practicing sustainability.
The «Norwegian Wild» was born i May 2017 as a family adventure. The couple, Hege and Stig Dekkerhus moved from Tromsø to Senja to run the camp. Hege saw the potential and magic of this old campsite built in the late 1960s. The idea of nature-based activity and experiences and what is typical Norwegian took shape.
Norwegian Wild is located close to the sea in the adventurous Tranøybotn, 30 minutes drive from Finnsnes. The campsite is located right by the entrance to Ånderdalen National Park, which offers a well-prepared hiking area for the public. Norwegian Wild offers courses, trips and expeditions with kayaking and dog sledding in collaboration with Senja Husky.
All our cabins have been refurbished inside, furnished with care and love in anticipation of the new ones. We want to honor the coast, the fisherman and the history of the area. These are reflected in small details in interior and color choices. The place is described as genuine and tranquil, a place where nature is in focus and outdoor life is your playground. A perfect base to experience the rest of the fairytale island of Senja.
Year-round campsite with place for 40 tents. Parking for mobile homes and caravans costs NOK 250 without electricity and NOK 290 with electricity.
There is one allergy-friendly room in The Lighthouse. Pets may be allowed upon pre-booking.
Disabled facilities: toilets and showers in the main service building. There are hiking trails where one can use a wheelchair in the vicinity.
The campsite has a small playground and of course, amazing natural surroundings for families to enjoy.
Check-in : 3pm (15:00)
Check out : 12am (12:00)