The Art of Whitewater Kayaking
 Would you
like to bask in the sun in beautiful, seldom-seen river gorges? Would you like
to feel the thrill of riding down powerful, turbulent whitewater? See us!
Quest’s top-of-the-line equipment and personalized professional
instruction can launch you on the adventure of your choice. We have a low
four-to-one student-to-instructor ratio to maximize your fun and learning on
the river. All clinics include a professional ACA-certified instructor,
top-of-the-line equipment, analysis of your kayaking technique, and a
deli-style lunch.
We offer several clinic options. |
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Deluxe One and Two Day Clinics |
Beginner and intermediate clinics
available. We focus each clinic on teaching a solid foundation of whitewater
skills and safety. The two day beginner clinics start with classroom
instruction, proper preparation before challenging the river, basic strokes on
flat and moving water, the Eskimo Roll and river safety. Day two we'll take a
downriver trip on the scenic Hiawassee River, with emphasis on boat control in
whitewater, proper technique, Eskimo Roll in moving water and river rescue. The
intermediate clinic will focus on improving your basic river skills and
advancing your whitewater skills with the challenge of more difficult
whitewater.
One day clinics are available with on the water
instructions focusing on basic river skills. Lunch is provided on all clinics
and camping is included with the two day clinic. Clinics require a minimum of 2
participants.
Rates: One Day Clinic $150.00
Two Day Clinic $265.00
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Private Instruction |
Reserve your very own instructor for the day.
Custom clinics for beginners include basic strokes and the Eskimo Roll. For
intermediate through expert paddlers, custom instruction allows us to teach you
the skills of your choice, including rolling in whitewater, rodeo maneuvers or
even steep creek technique.
Rates: $165.00 a day, per person
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What to Bring |
Bring clothes you don't mind getting wet in,
such as bathing suit, shorts and t-shirt. We recommend river shoes or sandals.
You will need a towel and dry clothes for after your day on the water.
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Safety |
We want to help you safely enjoy as much fun
as possible by teaching solid skills that will last a lifetime. However, we
want you to know that whitewater kayaking can be physically demanding and has
certain elements of danger beyond our control. Quest Expeditions Inc. does not
assume responsibility for loss of property, illness, personal injury or death.
All participants must sign a release form and be in good health. We reserve the
right to refuse services to anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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Reservations |
Reservations are required, plan in advanced
for weekend instructions. Please see reservation and cancellation policy.
Quest
Expeditions Inc.
663 Highway 64
Ocoee, Tennessee 37361
P.O. Box 499
Benton, TN 37307
Phone: 800-277-4537 Fax: 423-338-0283
E-mail: trips@questexpeditions.com