
Paddling Certifications
&
Experiences
developing safe, competent, and knowledgeable recreational paddlers
What Makes Us Special
Local Expert Guides
ORCKA certified instructors that focus on safety, inclusion, paddling and FUN!
Handpicked Adventures
Courses tailored to the group to match special accommodations
Earn tools to Explore
Develope the skills you need to paddle on your own with confidence.
What We Offer
ORCKA Kayaking
Level A
Wet Exit; Peer Rescue; Entering & Exiting; Forward & Reverse Paddling; Stopping; Pivoting; Turning; Lifts and Carries; and more.
Level B
Capsize the Kayak; Assisted Roll Rescue; Sideward Paddling; Edging; Bracing; Securing; Equipment Knowledge; Kayaking History; Landing, Exiting & Removing the Kayak; Communications; Risk Management; Access; Planning; and much more



Upcoming Courses

Flat Water Kayaking Levels A & B
Date: June 7 & 8, 2025 9 am-4 pm
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bring a life jacket/pfd and your friends
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Location: Otonabee River, 3599 Nassau Mills Road, Peterborough, K9J 6Y1

Canoe Tripping 2
Moving Water 1
This course is combined to teach canoe tripping and white water skills. Meet me on the Madawaska.
Date: July 12 - 18, 2025
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Fee: $1,200
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Location: Lower Madawaska River
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7-day course

Voyageur Canoe Charters
Book a Voyageur Canoe for your team-building, family, party, or just to have a fun day in the Kawarthas.

Basic Paddling 1-4
May 17-18, 2025
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Fee: $220/day
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Location: 3599 Nassau Mills Road, Peterborough, ON K9J 6Y1
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On Saturday we will run levels 1-3. On Sunday we will run level 4. Each day we will paddle from 9 am to 5 pm with a 30 minute lunch break.
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Discount: Save $20 when signing up for both days!
Team
Are you a guide looking for a team? We are open to qualified members who are looking to collaborate and hone their guiding skills.




