Kan-U-Kayak 

(All Ages, 10 and older)

The Somerset County Park Commission offers a variety of canoeing and kayaking opportunities to stimulate awareness and understanding of the environment, build an appreciation of New Jersey waterways, and promote interest in canoeing and kayaking.

Come enjoy fantastic times on the river with our enthusiastic, experienced Naturalist as your guide. Your paddling memories will be sure to last a lifetime!

All canoeing and kayaking programs are designed for adults and families.  Children must be at least seven years old to participate in canoe programs and at least ten years old to participate in kayak programs.  An adult must accompany children under the age of 15. Attendance of introductory programs is mandatory and required prior to participating in canoe or kayak trips.  Participants must attend at least one river trip per season/calendar year to avoid retaking the introductory classes. All equipment will be provided.

This introductory kayaking class will teach you the basic paddling techniques, safety aspects of kayaking, and handling a kayak in and out of the water. You will learn how to successfully wet exit your kayak and practice getting in and out of the kayak from the water.  Please wear a bathing suit, bring a towel, and be prepared to get completely wet. An adult must accompany children under the age of 15. Participants will use solo kayaks. All required equipment will be provided. Participants will meet at Green Turtle Pond (in Ringwood State Park), Hewitt, NJ (Passaic County). Pre-registration is required.