TRY-IT: Canoeing

Have you always wanted to try canoeing? Now’s your chance! Join Cleveland Metroparks to learn paddle techniques and basic boat fitting as you try canoeing under the guidance of certified instructors. Canoeing is a wonderful activity for families as you can share the same canoe!

A couple of things to note:
1. All participants should have a fully completed waiver and arrive at lease 15 minutes early.
2. Canoes can hold more than one individual; capacity will be determined by instructors onsite.
3. Individuals should plan to get wet. Footwear that secures to the foot is required while participating in the activity. This includes tennis shoes and sandals. Flip flops are not suitable, and footwear is not provided.
4. Activities will be on land and on the lake. All participants are required to wear a properly fitted life jacket while on the water (provided by Cleveland Metroparks Outdoor Recreation).
5. Your feedback about the program is essential. Please help us to continue to offer successful programs by completing an online evaluation.

Each ticket includes 1 hour of Boating Instruction from Cleveland Metroparks Staff including life jacket and boat rental. You MUST arrive 15 minutes prior to your start time.

Participants must be AT LEAST 8 YEARS OLD to participate on their own. 

Participants must be UNDER 275 POUNDS to accommodate the life jackets and boats available.