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    Critters at the Water's Edge

    If you like getting your feet wet, this adventure is for you! You'll begin your adventure with a brief orientation, including a safety discussion, land lesson, and a primer on how to figure out where you are in the watershed. Then, you're off to explore! You'll enjoy the soft breeze of the Piscataway Creek and the overall calm of the Potomac River, a welcome break from the bustle of the city. You'll also discover the exciting variety of local wildlife. There will be an array of birds, including bald eagles, osprey, and great blue herons. You'll also see many different edible and medicinal plants! Once you're on land, you'll explore the various critters on the beach! You can even get out nets to comb the waters! After your beach exploration, you'll kayak back to the nature center for a brief wrap-up activity, during which you'll have time to munch on a snack you've brought from home. Come indulge in some adventure to spruce up your week!
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    Critters at the Water's Edge

    13600 King Charles Terrace , Fort Washington

    • Leave behind the bustling city and head to Piscataway Creek for some fresh air, mild exercise, and a much-needed dose of nature
    • Discover the local wildlife of the Potomac River and learn how to identify critters like crayfish and damselfly nymphs
    • Begin your adventure with a brief orientation session, including safety discussion
    • Indulge in a short and sweet kayaking adventure with your friends and family
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    Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding

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    As a first time "SUPer," you will learn the basic skills necessary to enjoy stand-up paddleboarding safely and efficiently in this 60-90 minute introductory session! During the dry land portion, you'll learn about the equipment, review safety techniques, and practice paddling basics. Then, venture out into the water under the instruction of an expert, where you'll progress slowly but surely from paddling on your knees to standing up straight. You'll practice a proper and efficient forward stroke as well as how to turn and stop your board. But most importantly of all, you'll have FUN!
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    Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding

    Wiehle Ave, Reston

    • Learn the basic skills necessary to enjoy SUP, or stand-up paddleboarding, safely and efficiently
    • Gain an introduction into a sport where even the most basic acts of balancing are fun and challenging
    • Nurture your mind, body, awareness, and breath in a setting more dynamic than a gym
    • No experience necessary
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    Twilight Kayak Adventure

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    As the sun falls over Washington D.C., your adventure is just beginning! Start with a brief kayaking and safety instruction session to ensure you feel confident out on the water. Then, enjoy a 90-minute guided tour around Teddy Roosevelt Island as you paddle past iconic D.C. locations like Watergate, the Lincoln Memorial and Kennedy Center. As you take in scenic views of the beautifully reflective Potomac River, enjoy interesting commentary from your expert local guides, and learn unique tidbits about D.C. that will take your appreciation for our nation's capital to a whole new level!
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    Twilight Kayak Adventure

    3500 Water St NW, Washington

    • Experience the serenity of the Potomac River at twilight during this guided kayaking adventure
    • Start with a brief kayaking and safety instruction session to ensure you feel confident on the water
    • Paddle past iconic D.C. locations like Watergate and the Lincoln Memorial
    • Enjoying enlightening commentary from a local guide
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    Eagles, Islands & Potomac Kayak Tour

    Embark on a kayaking adventure through the wild of Piscataway Bay towards the Potomac River! As you paddle, be on the lookout for osprey nests high up in the forested shores or eagles soaring up above, looking for their next meal. Near the Potomac River, you'll also enjoy a historical perspective of the region. Get distant views of Mount Vernon, the Washington Monument, the Capitol Building, and the Fort Washington Light House. In fact, Captain John Smith first met the Piscataway Indians here in 1608! Come discover the unspoiled beauty of Piscataway Bay, juxtaposed by the historical buildings of civilization in the distance.
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    Eagles, Islands & Potomac Kayak Tour

    13600 King Charles Terrace , Fort Washington

    • Go on a fun kayaking adventure through the wilderness of Piscataway Bay
    • Lookout for osprey nests in the trees and eagles soaring up ahead
    • Enjoy a historical perspective of the region, with distant views of the Washington Monument, the Capitol Building, and more
    • Take pictures of the unspoiled beautiful beauty of Piscataway Bay
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    Intro to Kayaking (Key Bridge)

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    Looking to get out on the water, but don't know your aft from your anchor? This intro to kayaking class makes it easy for even the most serious of landlubbers to don a pair of sea legs! During this one hour lesson, a seasoned instructor will introduce you to boating safety, kayaking equipment, and basic strokes and maneuvers to get you going in the right direction. Whether you're a first-time boater looking to get acquainted with the water, or an adventure seeker looking to try a new hobby, this class will have you navigating the water like a pro in no time!
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    Intro to Kayaking (Key Bridge)

    3500 Water St NW, Washington

    • Try your hand at a new sport during this fun and exciting kayaking lesson
    • Learn about boating safety, kayaking equipment, and basic strokes and maneuvers from a seasoned instructor
    • Build up the strength and confidence necessary to eventually navigate the water on your own
    • No experience necessary
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    Kayaking Essentials (Key Bridge)

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    Are you hooked? Caught the kayaking bug, and ready to bring your skills to the next level? This hour and a half class is geared toward the novice paddler who has been in a kayak a time or two but wants to learn more. You will learn efficient stroke techniques to help you paddle faster for greater distances as you improve your ability to maneuver the boat around any obstacles in your way. Review water safety techniques to keep your paddling companions and yourself safe on the river, and practice advanced procedures such as what to do if your boat tips over. Don't let your limited knowledge of kayaking (or lack thereof) keep you from chasing the horizon. The skills you learn in this class will allow you to get out there and explore ASAP!
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    Kayaking Essentials (Key Bridge)

    3500 Water St NW, Washington

    • Take your paddling skills to the next level with this novice kayaking class
    • Learn efficient stroke techniques to help you paddle faster for greater distances
    • Improve your ability to maneuver your boat around any obstacles in the way
    • Build up the strength and confidence necessary to explore new horizons on your own
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    Capitol Riverfront Evening Tour

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    If you've never experienced the vibrant Capitol Riverfront neighbourhood of DC, then you need to take part in this kayaking adventure! Never kayaked before? Don't worry, this is a great tour for beginners, and your friendly instructor will make sure you learn the proper way to paddle, steer, and stay the course. On this tour you'll kayak your way through picturesque views of this 500-acre neighborhood located along the wide stretch of the Anacostia River. Take in the sites as you paddle along the calm waters and witness some gorgeous sights. You'll glide past establishments like the Capitol, Navy Yard, USS Barry, and Fort McNair. Kayak, life jacket, and paddle are all included. See the sunset from a new perspective, and appreciate the beauty of your surroundings.
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    Capitol Riverfront Evening Tour

    3500 Water St NW, Washington

    • Kayak around the historic Anacostia River at sunset guided by a skilled instructor
    • Learn the fundamentals of kayaking including how to paddle, steer, and stay on course and balanced
    • Glide past sites such as the Capitol, Navy Yard, USS Barry, and For McNair
    • Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Anacostia river at sunset
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    Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard

    Easy to learn while offering a lifetime of progression in skills and fitness, stand-up paddle boarding, or SUP, is a sport that you're sure to love from day 1 through 1001! Enjoy the gloriously liberating feeling of getting away from it all while engaging in a full body workout that's second to none. After learning about the equipment, including proper safety techniques, head out onto the water where instructors will guide you through the strokes, turns, and knowledge you'll need to start surfing the river. It's easy to see why SUP is the fastest growing paddlesport in the world, and this fun and comprehensive course will teach you everything you need to start your paddling journey right away!
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    Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard

    15205 Montevideo Rd, Poolesville

    • Practice the basics of stand-up paddle boarding, or SUP, under the instruction of a professional
    • Enjoy the gloriously liberating feeling of getting away from it all while engaging in a full body workout
    • Be guided through the strokes, turns, river knowledge, and safety principles
    • Have fun partaking in the fastest growing paddle sport in the world
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    Discover Scuba

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    Are you curious about scuba diving, but just aren't sure if it's for you? This class is for beginners who aren't ready to commit to scuba, but are more than ready to test the waters. You'll be taught the basics that will give you a feel for scuba techniques and practices. This lesson will also lay the groundwork for any future scuba training you may indulge in. Expect to learn how to use proper equipment in a shallow pool environment and get a quick and easy introduction into what it takes to explore the underwater world. You may find yourself loving scuba, and even decide you want to pursue a certification in it!
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    Discover Scuba

    4600 N Park Ave., Chevy Chase

    • Participate in a scuba diving program and gain insight on scuba techniques and fundamentals
    • Learn basic skills such as how to use necessary equipment and how to explore the water properly
    • Train in a shallow pool environment conducive for learning with high quality equipment and effective training
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