{"product_id":"paddle-canada-level-2-franklin-island","title":"Franklin Island, Parry Sound","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:inherit;color:#1E2D34;line-height:1.65;text-align:left;max-width:100%;overflow-wrap:break-word;word-wrap:break-word\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== INTRO ===== --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 12px\"\u003eTouring the coastal waters of Franklin, Mink and McCoy Islands, this is an intermediate course built to take a newer sea kayaker to a proficient one. Set in the Outer Island Archipelago off Snug Harbour, it focuses on refining your paddling, sharpening your navigation, improving your seamanship, and building the leadership that lets you plan and run your own overnight trips with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 12px\"\u003eThis is a Level 2 skills course delivered as a backcountry wilderness expedition. You'll camp out of your kayak, work through real on-water rescue, seamanship and navigation scenarios, and paddle a coastal environment that teaches you things a lake session never could.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== STATS BAR ===== --\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;margin:24px 0;padding:16px 0;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB;border-bottom:1px solid #E5E9EB;border-collapse:collapse\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:25%;text-align:center;padding:0 4px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;display:block\"\u003ePC L2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:10px;color:#5A7A86;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px\"\u003ePaddle Canada Level 2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:25%;text-align:center;padding:0 4px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;display:block\"\u003eCK1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:10px;color:#5A7A86;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px\"\u003eCoastal Kayaking Level 1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:25%;text-align:center;padding:0 4px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;display:block\"\u003e1:4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:10px;color:#5A7A86;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px\"\u003eInstructor Ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:25%;text-align:center;padding:0 4px;vertical-align:top\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;display:block\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:10px;color:#5A7A86;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px\"\u003eGear to Own\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== TRAINING PARTNERS ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:28px 0 0;text-align:center\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/KOOTP.png?v=1760363191\" alt=\"Our Training Partners: ORCKA, Coaching Association of Canada, CanBoat NautiSavoir, SafeSport Training, and Paddle Canada. Contact us at info@kayak-ontario.com\" style=\"display:block;margin:0 auto;max-width:100%;height:auto;border:0\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== TWO AWARDS ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:28px 0 0;padding:14px;background:#E8F4F6;border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#1E2D34;line-height:1.6;margin:0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne course, two awards.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level 2, and that's the standard the course is built around. Because we deliver both the national and provincial streams, meeting it earns you an ORCKA Coastal Kayaking Level 1 as well. Two cards, one course, one price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== SKILLS VS TRIPPING ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:16px 0 0;padding:14px;background:#F5F0E8;border-radius:8px;border-left:3px solid #2D8C9E\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#1E2D34;line-height:1.6;margin:0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant a purely trip-focused course?\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a skills certification that happens to run as an expedition, so the assessment is on your paddling, navigation, and rescue ability. If what you're after is the tripping and guiding stream, where the focus is planning and leading multi-day journeys, that's a different path. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orcka-kayak-tripping-and-guiding-courses\" style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:600\"\u003eORCKA Kayak Tripping and Guiding courses\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== CURRICULUM CARDS ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eFull days of hands-on training with evening sessions on theory. Four skill domains across the course, assessed in real coastal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #E5E9EB;border-radius:10px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 18px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;text-align:left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;color:#0B1D26;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:8px;height:8px;border-radius:50%;background:#2D8C9E;margin-right:8px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNavigation \u0026amp; Seamanship\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6\"\u003eNavigate coastal waters, handle tides and currents, and build the judgment that separates touring paddlers from people in kayaks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:10px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Chart reading and route planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Compass navigation and bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Environmental reading: wind, current, swell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Crossing strategies and group management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 18px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;text-align:left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;color:#0B1D26;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:8px;height:8px;border-radius:50%;background:#2D8C9E;margin-right:8px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eKnots, Tarps \u0026amp; Expedition Behaviour\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6\"\u003eThe camp and group management skills needed for extended kayaking trips, the stuff that separates a day paddle from an expedition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:10px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Key knots for rigging and rescue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Tarp setups for coastal camping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Expedition behaviour and group dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Loading, launching, and landing in conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 18px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;text-align:left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;color:#0B1D26;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:8px;height:8px;border-radius:50%;background:#2D8C9E;margin-right:8px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRisk Management \u0026amp; Weather\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6\"\u003eAssess risk, predict weather patterns, and make decisions that keep the group moving safely when conditions shift.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:10px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Marine weather forecasting and interpretation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Risk assessment frameworks for trip leaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Decision-making under uncertainty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Emergency planning and contingencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 18px;text-align:left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;color:#0B1D26;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;width:8px;height:8px;border-radius:50%;background:#2D8C9E;margin-right:8px\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBoat Handling \u0026amp; Rescues\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6\"\u003eAdvanced strokes, towing techniques, and on-water rescues, refined under real coastal conditions rather than flat calm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:10px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Level 2 stroke refinement and power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Towing setup and techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Assisted and self-rescue in conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.5;padding:3px 0 3px 18px;text-indent:-18px\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e  Introduction to rolling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== SAMPLE SCHEDULE ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eSample Trip Plan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eCurriculum focus and locations may shift based on weather and conditions. That flexibility is part of the learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;margin-top:16px;border:1px solid #E5E9EB;border-radius:10px;border-collapse:separate;border-spacing:0;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:34%;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;border-right:1px solid #EEF1F2;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;vertical-align:top\"\u003eDay 1, Snug Harbour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;vertical-align:top\"\u003eSafety debrief, skill reviews, and Level 2 rescue exercises. Paddle to the campsite.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:34%;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;border-right:1px solid #EEF1F2;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;background:#F3F8F9;vertical-align:top\"\u003eDay 2, Franklin Island\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;background:#F3F8F9;vertical-align:top\"\u003eNavigation, seamanship, and weather forecasting in action.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:34%;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;border-right:1px solid #EEF1F2;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;vertical-align:top\"\u003eDay 3, Coastal Touring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;vertical-align:top\"\u003eCoastal touring, Level 2 strokes, and introduction to towing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:34%;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;border-right:1px solid #EEF1F2;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;background:#F3F8F9;vertical-align:top\"\u003eDay 4, Final Assessment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;background:#F3F8F9;vertical-align:top\"\u003eRescue and towing scenarios, rolling, and course wrap-up.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:34%;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;border-right:1px solid #EEF1F2;vertical-align:top\"\u003eDay 5, Paddle Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55;vertical-align:top\"\u003eHead home, and fish and chips at Gilly's.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== LEARNING PLATFORM ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eBuilt for Lifelong Learning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eEvery Kayak Ontario course includes access to your personal \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34;font-weight:600\"\u003eonline learning dashboard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hybrid system offering clear preparation before the course, structured learning on the water, and continued support afterward. Track your progress, complete short modules on preparation, gear, safety, and theory, and return any time to review lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#D4A853;font-weight:700\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e   Online learning dashboard access included with your course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#D4A853;font-weight:700\"\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e   Full-colour \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34;font-weight:600\"\u003eKayak Ontario Course Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e available as an add-on: take it to the shoreline, mark it up with notes, and keep as a lasting reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== WHAT'S INCLUDED ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   Course instruction and assessment across the full expedition plus evening theory sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   Expert coaching at 1:4 instructor ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   Four nights of camping, included in the course fee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   Online learning dashboard access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   Assessment and certification for both \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003ePaddle Canada Level 2\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eORCKA Coastal Kayaking Level 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== AVAILABLE TO ADD ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eAvailable to Add\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eKayak + drysuit rental\u003c\/strong\u003e: available to book with your course. Own your boat? Bring it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eCourse manual\u003c\/strong\u003e: full-colour workbook with step-by-step breakdowns and diagrams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eSafety gear\u003c\/strong\u003e: pump, whistle, and 15 metre floating rope available for purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eCamping gear\u003c\/strong\u003e: some rental tents and sleeping bags available if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== GOOD TO KNOW ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   Four nights of camping are part of the course fee. Participants are responsible for their own parking permits at launch sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   Participants are responsible for meals. We'll visit local pubs and food trucks along the way, plus camping meal prep is part of the experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#C0C8CC;font-weight:700\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e   The course runs rain or shine, though we reschedule for prolonged thunderstorms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== EQUIPMENT ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eEquipment Needed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eDon't own a full kit? No problem. Rentals are available for the essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 0;padding:0;list-style:none\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eSea kayak\u003c\/strong\u003e: with two bulkheads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:600;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:100px;color:#2D8C9E;background:#E8F4F6;margin-top:6px;text-indent:0\"\u003eRentals available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eDry suit\u003c\/strong\u003e: for cold-water immersion training\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:600;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:100px;color:#2D8C9E;background:#E8F4F6;margin-top:6px;text-indent:0\"\u003eRentals available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eSafety gear\u003c\/strong\u003e: pump, whistle, 15 metre floating rope\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:600;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:100px;color:#2D8C9E;background:#E8F4F6;margin-top:6px;text-indent:0\"\u003eAvailable for purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:8px 0 8px 22px;text-indent:-22px;font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:700\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e   \u003cstrong style=\"color:#1E2D34\"\u003eCamping gear\u003c\/strong\u003e: tent, sleeping bag, essentials for 4 nights\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:10px;font-weight:600;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:100px;color:#2D8C9E;background:#E8F4F6;margin-top:6px;text-indent:0\"\u003eSome rentals available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== PREREQUISITE ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 14px;background:#F5F0E8;border-radius:8px;border-left:3px solid #2D8C9E\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#1E2D34;line-height:1.6;margin:0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paddle Canada or ORCKA Level 1 sea kayak certification, or equivalent experience. You should know your re-entry techniques, be comfortable with wet exits, and be able to paddle a full day. Not sure? \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@kayak-ontario.com\" style=\"color:#2D8C9E\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll point you in the right direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== NEXT STEPS ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:16px 0 0;padding:14px;background:#E8F4F6;border-radius:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#1E2D34;line-height:1.6;margin:0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter your Level 2 →\u003c\/strong\u003e Continue building with the Skill Building Series clinics, explore a Coastal Explorer touring day, or start working toward Level 3. Your coaches already know your abilities, so the progression is seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== FAQ ===== --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0B1D26;margin:32px 0 6px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border-top:1px solid #EEF1F2;border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eDo I need my own kayak or gear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eNo. Kayak and drysuit rentals are available to book with your course. Safety gear is available for purchase. You don't need to own anything to take this course.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eWhat certification do I get?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eBoth a \u003cstrong\u003ePaddle Canada Level 2\u003c\/strong\u003e and an \u003cstrong\u003eORCKA Coastal Kayaking Level 1\u003c\/strong\u003e. The course is built and assessed to the Level 2 standard, and the Coastal Kayaking Level 1 syllabus sits inside what we cover, so meeting the standard earns you both cards. If you have outstanding items to clear, we'll work with you on a plan to complete them.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eIs this the same as the Kayak Tripping course?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eNo. This is a Level 2 \u003cstrong\u003eskills\u003c\/strong\u003e certification that runs as an expedition, so you're assessed on paddling, navigation, and rescue ability. The ORCKA Kayak Tripping and Guiding stream is a separate path focused on planning and leading multi-day journeys. If that's what you're after, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orcka-kayak-tripping-and-guiding-courses\" style=\"color:#2D8C9E;font-weight:600\"\u003eKayak Tripping and Guiding courses\u003c\/a\u003e. Plenty of paddlers do both.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eWhere does the course operate from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eWe launch from Snug Harbour and paddle out to campsites in the Franklin, Mink and McCoy Islands. Four nights of camping are included, and evening theory sessions happen at camp, so camping on-site is part of the instructional experience. You're responsible for a parking permit at the launch site.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eWhat if the weather is bad?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eThe course runs rain or shine, and paddling in varied conditions is part of the learning. We only reschedule for prolonged thunderstorms or conditions that pose a genuine safety risk.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eI did my Level 1 a while ago. Am I ready?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eIf you're comfortable with wet exits, basic re-entries, and a full day on the water, you're ready. If it's been a while, our Skill Building Series half-day clinics are a great way to sharpen fundamentals before committing to the full Level 2. Not sure? Email us and we'll help you assess.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eCan I take my Level 2 somewhere else instead?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eIf you mean at one of our other locations, yes, we run this course in multiple environments with different challenges. If you mean at another school, sure, you can, but then you won't get fish and chips at Gilly's 🐟🫠👈 your loss.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #EEF1F2\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:13px;color:#0B1D26;padding:14px 0;cursor:pointer\"\u003eWhat's the online learning dashboard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5A7A86;line-height:1.6;padding-bottom:14px\"\u003eOur online learning system with structured modules covering preparation, gear, safety, navigation theory, and more. Access is included with your course, and it extends your learning before, during, and long after the on-water days.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:32px;padding-top:24px;border-top:1px solid #E5E9EB\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#8A9BA3;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 8px\"\u003eWe acknowledge that our courses in this area, known as Carling, take place on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabewaki and the Mississauga peoples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#8A9BA3;line-height:1.7;margin:0\"\u003eWe are grateful for the knowledge shared with us by the Indigenous peoples of what is now known as Canada, as well as the circumpolar region of the Northern Hemisphere. This acknowledgement, accompanied by action, includes contributions to Indigenous-led organizations that make a lasting impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kayak Ontario","offers":[{"title":"July 28- 1","offer_id":43374468137159,"sku":"FMML2","price":1095.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/FMML2.png?v=1694872707","url":"https:\/\/www.kayak-ontario.com\/products\/paddle-canada-level-2-franklin-island","provider":"Kayak Ontario","version":"1.0","type":"link"}