Events

Every year, kayak enthusiasts from all over come together at Bluff Point State Park in Groton, Connecticut, for a free and open event. It’s a great place to learn about different kayak designs and techniques, and it’s perfect for beginners and even those who are just starting to paddle.

Once more I will be supporting Chesapeake Light Craft at Canoecopia. I generally am working on a boat building demonstration in their booth and I will do a presentation or two.

Take the next steps to improve and expand your skills

A guide to building small boats with wood strips and epoxy.

Annual kayak builders’ gathering at Bluff Point State Park in Groton, Connecticut, is free and open to all. The event features a variety of kayak designs and techniques, and is suitable for beginners and novice paddlers.

I'll be in Madison, WI for this big paddle sports show. Come say "Hi"!

The 2023 Schoodic Sea Kayak Retreat, co-presented by Guillemot Kayaks and Sea Sherpa Kayak, offers sea kayaking instruction and exploration in Acadia National Park. The retreat includes comfortable accommodations, meals, and a variety of off-water activities for both paddlers and non-paddlers.

Join Nick in Brooklin, Maine for “Family Week” at the WoodenBoat School to learn sea kayaking basics while exploring the islands and coves.

Nick Schade’s strip-planked boatbuilding method combines wood strips with epoxy and fiberglass to create lightweight, rugged, and beautiful vessels. Students will build two designs, an Adirondack Guide Boat and a microBootlegger Sport sea kayak, over six days.

The Schoodic Sea Kayak Retreat offers sea kayaking instruction and exploration in Acadia National Park. The event includes comfortable accommodations, meals, and a variety of off-water activities for non-paddlers. Participants can choose from different pricing options, including kayak rental and private apartment upgrades.