Join UpaDowna & Diversify Whitewater for a 1.5-hour class where you will learn the essentials to take on your next paddling adventure!
Join UpaDowna and Diversify Whitewater for a FREE 1.5-hour class at SUP & Kayak skills day at southwest shore of Quail Lake Park. Choose from two different timeslots on two different days throughout the Summer. All equipment including your paddle, paddleboard or kayak and personal floatation device are included.
The purpose is to introduce this activity to folks who are beginner or first-timers. Our skills day focuses on providing access and education for folks who identify as Black, Indigenous, a Person of Color or an ally. All individuals regardless of background are welcome. Following the event, participants are welcome to picnic under the pavilion, explore the trails, or enjoy the shoreline. Swimming is not permitted at Quail Lake Park.
Diversify Whitewater is a nonprofit organization that works to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in paddlesports by removing the barriers that may exist for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and allies in kayaking, canoeing, rafting, and stand-up paddleboarding.
This event is supported by Diversify Whitewater, a nonprofit organization supporting inclusion & belonging in paddle sports.
Cost: These classes are FREE through sponsorship with Diversity Whitewater.
Questions? Contact info@upadowna.org
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Location
Quail Lake - Southwest Lake
915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
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Agenda
Sun, June 14th: FREE
Choose from two different courses: 9:00-10:30 am or 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Please arrive 15-minutes prior to event start.
Sun, July 12th: FREE
Choose from two different courses: 9:00-10:30 am or 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Please arrive 15-minutes prior to event start.