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}\n    .ko-stat-val { font-size: 15px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ko-clinic\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== HEADER ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-media-center\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Big Water Gathering\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/BWGT_240x240.png?v=1746971922\" style=\"max-width:200px;height:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== INTRO ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCanada's most accessible big water symposium — the best ratio in the country, led by the next generation of sea kayaking leaders. Four days of coached big-water sessions on the Saugeen Peninsula: open-lake swell, surf zones, rock gardens, coastal navigation, and the kind of terrain normally found on the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBuilding on the skills you developed in Levels 1 and 2, you'll apply them to real scenarios in open water and dynamic conditions. Base camp included — small group, supportive environment, serious water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimited to 16 participants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== STATS BAR ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stats\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003eDays\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003eTobermory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003eSaugeen Peninsula\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003e16 Max\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003eParticipants\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003eRentals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== COACHES ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eYour Coaches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFull-time guides and professional instructors who have spent years on the water — bringing depth of experience and fresh perspectives to their teaching. What stands out is not just the skills they share but how they share them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coaches\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coach\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIza\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kayak Ontario\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coach\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLucas Jones\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wilderness Tours\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coach\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJill Graham\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sun Trail\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coach\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKathleen Stevack\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kayak Ontario\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coach\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvie Stokvis\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kayak Ontario\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-coach\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAaron Gascoyne\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kayak Ontario\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== SAMPLE ITINERARY ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSample Itinerary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSessions adapt to conditions and the group — that flexibility is part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-day\"\u003eDay 1\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-focus\"\u003eFlatwater edging and supportive strokes. Boat control in elevated sea state. Re-entry techniques in dynamic water. Rolling refresher (optional — not a requirement).\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-day\"\u003eDay 2\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-focus\"\u003eRescues in dynamic water or open-water navigation (conditions dependent). Launching and landing scenarios. Towing in elevated sea state.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-day\"\u003eDay 3\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-focus\"\u003eCoastal navigation. Open crossings and dead reckoning — destination: Cove or Flowerpot Island. Group management scenarios.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-day\"\u003eDay 4\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-schedule-focus\"\u003eRock gardens and cave rescues. Rolling in elevated sea state (optional). Wrap-up.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== WHAT'S INCLUDED ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ko-list ko-check\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFour days of coached big-water sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLocation selection based on conditions — Lion's Head, Dyer's Bay, Cape Croker, Tobermory\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmall group format (16 max)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== EQUIPMENT ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eEquipment Needed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDon't own a full coastal kit? No problem. Rentals are available for the essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ko-list ko-check ko-equip\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-equip-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSea kayak\u003c\/strong\u003e — with two bulkheads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-tag ko-tag-env\"\u003eRentals available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-equip-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrysuit\u003c\/strong\u003e — depending on time of year and conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-tag ko-tag-env\"\u003eRentals available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-equip-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePFD\u003c\/strong\u003e — mandatory, bring your own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-equip-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaddle + spray skirt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-tag ko-tag-env\"\u003eRentals available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-equip-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelmet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-equip-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — pump, whistle, paddle float, tow line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-tag ko-tag-env\"\u003eAvailable for purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== GOOD TO KNOW ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ko-list ko-dash\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis is not a certification course — it's a coached symposium focused on development in real conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe symposium takes place on site at Mountain Trout Camp in Tobermory. Camping is available directly through them — book your own site for the duration\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLocations are weather-dependent and confirmed closer to the date\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAfter registration you'll receive a full gear and rental pack with details for kayak and drysuit rentals\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFood, parking permits, and personal snacks are the responsibility of participants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== PREREQUISITE ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-prereq\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.kayak-ontario.com\/collections\/paddle-canada-level-1-courses\" style=\"color: #2D8C9E;\"\u003ePaddle Canada Level 1+\u003c\/a\u003e skills. You should be comfortable with wet exits, re-entries, and a full day on the water. Not sure if you're ready? \u003ca href=\"\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection#e68f888089a68d879f878dcb89889287948f89c885898b\" style=\"color: #2D8C9E;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== NEXT STEPS ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-next\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart the season right →\u003c\/strong\u003e Kick off your year with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spring-tune-up-tobermory\" style=\"color: #2D8C9E;\"\u003eSpring Tune-Up\u003c\/a\u003e — our spring skills-refresh weekend on the same coastline, focused on shaking off the rust and rebuilding comfort on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== FAQ ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDo I get a certification from this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eNo. This is a coached symposium, not a certification course. It builds the skills, hours, and judgment that make your next certification — Level 2, Level 3, or a leadership pathway — more successful.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhere exactly will we paddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eLocations are weather-dependent. We choose from Lion's Head, Dyer's Bay, Cape Croker, and Tobermory based on conditions — whichever gives the group the best terrain for the day. You'll be notified closer to the date.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDo I need my own kayak or drysuit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eNo. After registration you'll receive a gear and rental pack with options for kayak and drysuit rentals. The base price is kept flexible for paddlers who already own their kit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat about food?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eFood is not included. Participants are responsible for their own meals, snacks, and water for each day. Mountain Trout Camp has facilities for cooking at your campsite.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhere do I stay?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eThe symposium runs on site at Mountain Trout Camp in Tobermory. Camping is available directly through them — book your own site for the duration of the event. Other accommodation in the Tobermory area is up to you to arrange if you prefer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow big are the conditions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eWe work in open-lake swell, wind, surf zones, and coastal features like cliffs and rock gardens. These are real conditions, not simulated. If conditions exceed what's appropriate for the group, we adjust.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eI've only done my Level 1. Am I ready?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eIf you're confident with wet exits, re-entries, and comfortable spending a full day on the water in moderate wind and waves, you're likely ready. If you're unsure, email us and we'll help you figure out the right starting point.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-land\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe acknowledge that our courses in Tobermory take place on the traditional territories of the \u003cstrong\u003eAnishinaabewaki\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eOdawa\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eMississauga peoples\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as the \u003cstrong\u003eSaugeen Ojibway Nation\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. This land is covered by Treaty 45 ½, signed in 1836.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe are especially grateful to spend part of this event in \u003cstrong\u003eNeyaashiinigmiing\u003c\/strong\u003e, home of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, whose deep connections to these lands and waters continue today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis acknowledgement, accompanied by action, includes contributions to Indigenous-led organizations that\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kayak Ontario","offers":[{"title":"Sept 3 - 6","offer_id":44645994791111,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/GBBWG.png?v=1726956270","url":"https:\/\/www.kayak-ontario.com\/products\/georgian-bay-touring-big-water-gathering","provider":"Kayak Ontario","version":"1.0","type":"link"}