Paddle Boarding Essentials Class | June 17 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: Arbutus Lake No. 5 Park | Address: 506 E Arbutus Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49696 Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddle boarding in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about different paddling board features and types. Learn how to make the paddle board go where you want it to go and basic safety… Read More »
Date: Friday, June 20, 2025 Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM (arrive a few minutes early – we launch as a group at 6:30 PM) Location: Ellsworth River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Join Paddle Antrim for a scenic community paddle on Ellsworth Lake as part of the Ellsworth/Atwood Pig Roast! This free, family-friendly paddling event welcomes all types of paddlecraft, including kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. The 1.5-hour leisurely paddle… Read More »
Kids Kayaking Class | June 21| 10:00 – 12:00 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower kids… Read More »
Kayaking Essentials Class | June 21 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddling all types of kayaks in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about what kayaks work best for what conditions and other paddling best practices. Learn how to make the kayak go where you want it to go and… Read More »
Class will be held at River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This all-day class is for those who may have taken one of our Kayaking Essentials (or another class) and want to continue to work on their skills and learn new skills. We will go over basic stroke techniques including bracing and edging. We will work on rescue techniques including self rescues and t-rescues. Because a portion… Read More »
July 9 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM REGISTER TODAY Join Paddle Antrim for a unique guided paddle on Intermediate Lake and River, featuring a special opportunity to learn about Michigan’s iconic loons. By this time of year, nesting season should be complete, and we hope to observe adult loons with their young as they move freely across the lake. Two experienced loon observers from the Intermediate Lake Association will… Read More »
Kayaking Essentials | July 10 | 9:00AM – 12:00 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddling all types of kayaks in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about what kayaks work best for what conditions and other paddling best practices. Learn how to make the kayak go where you want it to go and basic… Read More »
Kids Kayaking Class | July 10 | 12:30 – 2:30 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower… Read More »
Kids Kayaking Class | July 21| 10:00AM – 12:00 PM Location: Elk Rapids: This class will take place at either Milton Township Waterfront Park or Birch Lake Public Access, depending on weather conditions. We’ll notify all registrants of the exact location before the event. Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary… Read More »
Location: Elk Rapids: This class will take place at either Milton Township Waterfront Park or Birch Lake Public Access, depending on weather conditions. We’ll notify all registrants of the exact location before the event. Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and… Read More »
Location: River Park, 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States REGISTER TODAY! About the MI Paddle Stewards Training This free, half-day "train-the-trainer" course is designed for paddlers who want to help protect Michigan’s waterways by learning how to identify and report aquatic invasive species. Participants will also learn how to properly decontaminate paddlecraft to prevent the spread of these species. MI Paddle Stewards Training | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM… Read More »
Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddle craft of choice and join Paddle Antrim for an amazing evening paddle on the Elk River to celebrate Elk Rapids Harbor Days. This hour long slow paddle will begin at Elk Rapid’s Rotary Park at 9:00 am - please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to unload your paddle craft and park. We will launch as a group and paddle out and… Read More »
Kids Kayaking Class | August 2 | 10:00AM – 12:00 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower… Read More »
Kayaking Essentials Class | August 2 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddling all types of kayaks in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about what kayaks work best for what conditions and other paddling best practices. Learn how to make the kayak go where you want it to go and… Read More »
Kids Kayaking Class | August 9 | 10:00AM – 12:00 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower… Read More »
Kayaking Essentials Class | August 9 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddling all types of kayaks in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about what kayaks work best for what conditions and other paddling best practices. Learn how to make the kayak go where you want it to go and… Read More »
A welcoming gathering of changemakers intended to foster connections and strengthen relationships throughout the community. This event, hosted in partnership in partnership with Rotary Charities of Traverse City as part of their Connecting with Changemakers series, offers a unique opportunity to connect with local leaders, social entrepreneurs, and community advocates. Engage in authentic discussions, share your ideas, and explore potential collaborations with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a… Read More »
Community Paddlesport Leader Training - Aug 12 - 13 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Class will be held at River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) REGISTER TODAY! This two day workshop is designed to give leaders who engage with the broader paddling community training to provide safe, fun, paddling experiences at the entry level, that are not craft specific. Targeted applications could include community outreach programs, local clubs,… Read More »
Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddle craft of choice for an amazing evening paddle with Paddle Antrim, Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy (GTRLC), and Little Traverse Conservancy through the St. Clair Lake – Six Mile Lake Natural Area. The paddle will begin at St. Clair Lake DNR Boat Access Site (9400 Six Mile Lake Road) at 6:00 pm to check in. At 6:15 pm GTRLC will give remarks and we… Read More »
Grab your paddleboard, kayak, or canoe and join Paddle Antrim for an amazing evening paddle out of Central Lake. This hour-long slow paddle will meet at Central Lake’s Thurston Park, near the pavilion at we will launch promptly at 6:30 pm, so please arrive early to allow time for unloading and parking. We encourage all ages and types of paddle crafts to join us on the water for our slow… Read More »