21st Annual WMCKA Sea Kayaking Symposium

The 2010 WMCKA Symposium will take place at Camp Pendalouan on Big Blue Lake Memorial Day Weekend, May 28th-31st.
[Symposium Overview] [2010 Symposium Brochure] [Register Online] [Map] .

2010 Guest Speakers: Nigel Foster and Micheal Grey

Nigel Foster is the Director of Training at [Sweetwater Kayaks]. He holds a BCU Level 5 Coach certification and is credited with pioneering surf kayaking in the 1970’s. Nigel has led numerous expeditions around the world and has authored books and training DVD’s. Some of his books include: Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide; Nigel Foster's Sea Kayaking: Secrets From The Pro; Nigel Foster's Surf Kayaking; and Guide to Sea Kayaking in Southern Florida.

Nigel’s paddling philosophy is best summed up in his own words: “The only truly wrong way to paddle is one that will cause you harm. One size does not fit all! There’s a sliding scale of effectiveness for every individual, and that takes into

consideration everything from personal physique, flexibility and physical fitness to paddle length and blade shape and kayak design. We adapt our most effective paddling style to suit the wind and water conditions we find ourselves in. I think we can truly say that everybody’s most effective stroke will be slightly different.” (Nigel Foster, http://www.sweetwaterkayaks.com/).

Micheal Grey is a regular instructor at the WMCKA symposium and at many other symposia around the country. Probably best known for his outstanding sessions on backcountry cooking, this year we have asked him to also present on one of his sea kayaking trips to everybody`s own Isle Royale. Michael owns and operates Uncommon Adventures, a sea kayaking company that specializes in trips to the Great Lakes, Alaska, Honduras, and Iceland. You will also be able to catch Michael teaching strokes, rescues, and other kayaking skills during the symposium as a Level 4 ACA kayaking instructor.

The West Michigan Coastal Kayakers Association is excited to have both Nigel and Micheal inspiring us with their instruction and presentations this year.

See the full 2010 Symposium Brochure
What to expect and bring to this event Symposium Overview

Check back in April for 2010 Course Schedule and Descriptions

For reference, below is information from LAST year's event:

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Online Registration begins March 1!

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Stay tuned for the official class list, and schedule.

If you have any further questions regarding Symposium, email, symposium@wmcka.org.