Whitewater Kayak and Canoe Courses at Madawaska Kanu

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Weekend Whitewater

MKC’s Weekend Canoe or Kayak Clinic is an introduction to the exciting world of whitewater paddling.

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$500 / Per person

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Revvv Up Intermediate Kayak

Get warmed up this May long weekend for the new whitewater kayak season! This course is for intermediate kayakers who are feeling a bit nervous this Spring.

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Intermediate

$750 / Per person

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Mental Health First Aid

Join Jessi as she teaches you the skills to support those with mental health challenges

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Intermediate
Advanced

$475 / Per person

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Family Weekend

Bring the kids for this fun-filled weekend getaway! Learn to kayak or canoe as a whole family at our Riverside Wilderness Resort!

Beginner

$500 / Per person

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Women’s Weekend

Adventure ladies unite! MKC is pleased to offer a Women's Weekend of kayaking and canoeing for all women identifying folk!

Beginner
Intermediate

$450 / Per person

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Creekside Riverside Yoga Retreat

Need some re-balancing? Come enjoy a weekend full of yoga learning by the river!

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Intermediate
Advanced

$815 / Per person

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Invest in MKC's future by investing in your paddling future now! Choose any value to contribute to your next time at MKC.

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Custom / Per person

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River Rescue and Wilderness First Aid

Get certified at MKC! Learn whitewater rescue practices, how to assist medical emergencies in the wilderness and become a kayak or canoe instructor!

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Reviews

					A great time.  I highly recommend MKC This was my 3rd, five day white water kayaking trip with MKC.  It was another fabulous week. 

 I always choose the all inclusive option.  I camp, but there are a number of indoor options for those who prefer that.  I select the full meal plan, as I really don't want to do my own cooking before I paddle, or after a long day on the water. Don't let the young cooks worry you. (They're students working the summer months. Some of them are in culinary arts training.)  The meals are better that a lot of restaurants.  There's always vegetarian options at every meal.  I like this because, and I like variety, and sometimes I want a change.

It doesn't matter what your skill level is, you'll have fun and will learn.  On this last trip, there was a couple in their 80s, who wanted a new adventure to try out.  How great is that.  The instructors/guides always give positive feedback.  You'll never hear you did anything wrong.  (Typically, you all ready figured that out.)  The guide will say something like: "Try this technique, and see how you like it."  The guide will then demonstrate the technique a couple of times, and watch you trying it, while shouting encouragement to you.  Plus, the rest of the people in your group will be cheering you on.  When someone in the group does their first practice roll, or any combat roll, the cheers are thunderous.  The grin on the person who just did the roll, says it all.  

This year I was in seniors week. (I'm 73.)  Virtually everyone had their own equipment.  No worries if you need gear.  MKC has excellent equipment, and will outfit you with everything you need, appropriate to your experience level. If you want to try a  performance boat, they'll let you try one.

All in all, it's a great experience.  I plan to return next year for my 4th time.

Give it a try!

Alan - Registered Maine Guide in Sea Kayaking
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Sky K
9/08/2024
					Exciting, fun experience! Great experience. Reagan did an awesome job on our family rafting experience. She along with her partner, Tatiana made us feel safe at all times. My 10 year old grandson had an amazing first time experience and can’t wait to come back to try the Adventure Rafting!
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Marg W
8/16/2024
					Wonderful time at Madawaska Family Rafting Wednesday, July 31 2024 @ 12:30pm - 2:30pm We went rafting with our 10 year old twin granddaughters and friends Andy, Dianne, Maggie and Abbie.  Our guide Alix was excellent.  Alix explained every detail of the trip before we entered the rapids.  It is very safe for all ages.  We had a great time and will not forget our memories.  We plan on making this a yearly event.  Thank you to Madawaska Family Rafting for the wonderful time! Andrew and Marlene
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Marlene S
8/08/2024