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  • August 2019
  • Thu 15
    August 15, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Kayak Rescues Class

    DNR Boat Launch - Birch Lake 14200 Birch Pointe Drive, Kewadin, MI, United States

    Join us for an informative, energizing and very experiential learning session as we explore and discover the best solutions to when (not if) we end up in the water, out of our boats. This course is geared for ALL levels of paddlers. Course Covers: 30 Second Kayak Rescue, Hand of God, Cowboy, Paddle Float, Scoop, and You Tell Me. This course is geared to ALL level of paddlers. Participants must… Read More »

    $75
  • Wed 21
    August 21, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Kids Kayaking

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    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 strokes, directional control, how to get in and out of the kayak safely, and what to do when you capsize. Classes are taught in traditional youth sized sea kayaks.… Read More »

    $40
  • Wed 28
    August 28, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Grass River Natural Area Community Paddle

    Willow Day Park White Birch Lane, Bellaire, MI, United States

    Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddle craft of choice and join Paddle Antrim for an extra special community paddle.  We are co-hosting this paddle with Grass River Natural Area to explore this special place. Grass River's naturalist will be there to share the natural history of the river. This slow paddle is scheduled for  2 hours. We will begin at Willow Day Park at 6:00 pm to check in and… Read More »

  • September 2019
  • Thu 12
    September 12, 2019 - September 14, 2019

    2019 Paddle Antrim Festival

    The Paddle Antrim Festival celebrates the amazing waterways and communities of Northern Michigan.  The Festival, always the second weekend after Labor Day, includes a two-day paddle event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail in Antrim County. This choose your own adventure paddle provides the opportunity for you to paddle one or both days and decide how far to travel.  There are exits strategically placed along the route so you may go anywhere from… Read More »

  • Thu 12
    September 12, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    Paddle Antrim Kick Off Party

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Ellsworth is kicking off the Paddle Antrim Festival in style! The entire community is invited to join us for a fun evening with live music by Holly Keller-Thompson and great food from Millers Roasted Sweet Corn! Paddlers can stop by River Park for early check in and to drop off their kayak and stay for a relaxing evening with new and old friends. It's a great way to start the… Read More »

    Free
  • Fri 13
    September 13, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Paddle Antrim Block Party

    Richardi Park 100 E Antrim St, Bellaire, MI, United States

    Paddle Antrim & Bellaire Chamber of Commerce Presents: Paddle Antrim Block Party We will be celebrating in Bellaire after the first day of Paddling with Live Music , Refreshments and Lawn Games. $3 per person for non-paddlers, vendors will be free. Booths available: Sign up for a non-profit space at the “Block Party” on September 13 at Richardi Park in Downtown Bellaire, MI from 2-5 pm. Vendors are responsible for… Read More »

    $3
  • Sat 14
    September 14, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Paddle Antrim Final Bash

    Short's Production Facility 211 Industrial Park, Elk Rapids, MI, United States

    Whether you’re paddling, spectating, or simply looking for a great way to spend a September Saturday, we’re excited to invite you to join us at the Short's Brewing Company Production Facility for the 2019 Paddle Antrim Festival Final Bash! After two days of paddling, we’ll be welcoming participants, families, and friends for food from Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen, beverages (Short’s brews and Starcut Ciders) for a fun evening in Elk… Read More »

    Free
  • Sat 28
    September 28, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Jordan River Raft Trip

    Jordan Valley Outfitters 311 N Lake St, East Jordan, MI, United States

    Join Paddle Antrim as we team up again this year with Jordan Valley Outfitters to offer a 2 ½ mile guided family-friendly raft trip down the beautiful Jordan River. This is an opportunity to experience this wild and scenic river that you won’t want to miss and at the end we will enjoy some local cider and doughnuts. Space is limited, so make sure to register early. The trip will… Read More »

    $25
  • December 2019
  • Wed 4
    December 4, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Paddle Antrim Happy Hour at RareBird

    RareBird Brewpub 229 Lake Ave, Traverse City, MI, United States

    Join Paddle Antrim for a fun Happy Hour Event at Rare Bird Brewpub in Traverse City to support the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Enjoy some great brews/food, plan your summer paddling adventures and help Paddle Antrim reach raise the last 25% of their goal to open the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Opening the Trail includes installing signs at 81 approved access sites across 17 local jurisdictions, linking over… Read More »

  • Thu 12
    December 12, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Open the Trail Happy Hour at Short’s

    Short's Brewing Co Pub 121 N. Bridge St, Bellaire, MI, United States

    Join Paddle Antrim for a fun Happy Hour Event at Short's Brewing Company to support the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Enjoy some great brews/food, plan your summer paddling adventures and help Paddle Antrim reach raise the last 25% of their goal to open the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Opening the Trail includes installing signs at 81 approved access sites across 17 local jurisdictions, linking over 80 waterway miles… Read More »

  • February 2021
  • Tue 16
    February 16, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

    Quiet Adventure Virtual Symposium

    The 26th Annual Quiet Adventures Virtual Symposium will come to attendees over five evenings in February. Each evening offers two parallel sessions with new speakers every 30-minutes. The first two presentations begin at 7:00pm and the final two speakers begin at 9:00pm. The 2021 event starts on Tuesday, February 16 and will continue on Thursday, February 18. Presentations will come to you the following week on February 23 and 25.… Read More »

    $10
  • May 2021
  • Wed 26
    May 26, 2021 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Water Trail Launch Community Paddle

    River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    To celebrate the opening of the Chain of Lakes Water Trail, we invite you to join us for a community paddle on Ellsworth Lake.  Please bring your paddle board, kayak or canoe. This slow paddle will begin at River Park (6625 Bridge St). Meet at 2:30 pm to check in and we will launch promptly as a group at 2:45 pm. Paddle Antrim encourage all ages and types of paddle… Read More »

  • June 2021
  • Thu 3
    June 3, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Grass River Natural Area Community Paddle

    Willow Day Park White Birch Lane, Bellaire, MI, United States

    Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddle craft of choice and join Paddle Antrim for an extra special community paddle.  We are co-hosting this paddle with Grass River Natural Area to explore this special place. Grass River’s naturalist will be there to share the natural history of the river. This slow paddle is scheduled for  2 hours. We will begin at Willow Day Park at 6:30 pm to check in and… Read More »

  • Thu 10
    June 10, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Kayaking Essentials – June 10th

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Register Now! All classes will be held at River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) 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 safety skills needed on the water. You… Read More »

    $45
  • Sat 12
    June 12, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Kayaking Essentials June 12th

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Register Now! All classes will be held at River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) 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 safety skills needed on the water. You… Read More »

    $45
  • Sat 19
    June 19, 2021 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

    Ellsworth Community Paddle

    River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Grab your paddleboard, kayak, or canoe and join Paddle Antrim for an amazing paddle on Ellsworth Lake as part of the Ellsworth/Atwood Pig Roast. This slow paddle will begin at River Park (6625 Bridge St). Meet at 1:30 pm to check in and we will launch promptly as a group at 1:45 pm. Paddle Antrim encourage all ages and types of paddle crafts to join us on the water for… Read More »

  • Tue 22
    June 22, 2021 @ 9:00 am - June 23, 2021 @ 12:00 pm

    Paddle Stewardship Training

    Your local conservation partners at CAKE CISMA, Kalkaska Conservation District, and Paddle Antrim are excited to announce a Paddle Stewardship training focused on invasive plants! We will discuss why invasive plants are an issue for Northwest Michigan, how to identify them, report them, and finally how to make sure you are keeping our waterways beautiful for the next paddlers. Our training will consist of: -June 22 | 9 - 10:30… Read More »

    Free
  • Thu 24
    June 24, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Kids Kayaking Class June 24th -12:00

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Register Now! 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 to be comfortable while out on the water. Classes are taught in traditional youth sized sea kayaks.   All classes… Read More »

    $30
  • Thu 24
    June 24, 2021 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

    Kids Kayaking Class June 24th 2:30

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Register Now! 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 to be comfortable while out on the water. Classes are taught in traditional youth sized sea kayaks.   All classes… Read More »

    $30
  • Wed 30
    June 30, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Kayaking Essentials June 30th

    Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

    Register Now! All classes will be held at River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) 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 safety skills needed on the water. You… Read More »

    $45
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