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Moon Light Kayak
Ever paddled by the light of the moon?  Now you can on Tempe Town Lake.  We’ll fit boats, grab paddles and wear life jackets to launch our boats on Tempe Town Lake under the full moon.  Prior experience is not necessary.  Bring your swim suit,  towel and dry clothes and prepare to howl at the moon. Kayak equipment and PFDs will be provided. Must be 18 years or older to participate. Advanced registration is required. Fee: $30 per person. If you have your own boat please contact Alicia at 480-350-8069 for special pricing.  Map to Tempe Town Lake Marina

18623  18yrs+ Sa        11/14   5:30-7:30pm   TTLM

What to Bring and Wear for a Moonlight Kayak:
 
Clothing that the participants do not mind getting wet.
Some sort of water shoes or sneakers the participants do not mind getting wet. Sandals are permissible as long as they are not open back, flip-flop type sandals.
Hats or Visors
 Loose fitting comfortable t-shirt. Depending on the participants sun tolerance they may want to wear an SPF coated top shirt, or a long sleeve t-shirt.
If a participant wants to wear long pants, it is permissible, however they should not be cotton or denim, they should be Polyester or Lycra.

Not Allowed:  Jeans of any kind, including Jean shorts
Long pants that are non-athletic type pants; jeans, cotton or corduroy are not allowed.
Hiking boots or dress shoes

Moonlight Paddle on Halloween - Join the ghosts and goblins on Tempe Town Lake for a moonlight paddle to die for! Come down to the lake and enjoy the full moon, if you dare. No experience necessary and costumes are encouraged. Please register in advance. Fee: $30

17829  18yrs+ Sa        10/31   5:30-7:30pm    TTLM

New Years Eve Moonlight Paddle- Ring in the new year on Tempe Town Lake. Enjoy seeing the moon rise and finish your evening by watching the fireworks at the Tempe Block Party. Fee includes one general admission ticket to the Tempe Block Party. Kayaks, equipment and PFDs will be provided. No experience necessary. Fee: $35

17834  18yrs+ Th        12/31   5-7pm  TTLM


Paddling Fitness-Program will include stretching, warm up and fitness exercises which will be specific to paddling. There will be coaching, a focus on your paddle stroke and on-the-water training in kayaks which help with your next river or lake kayaking adventure.  Bring your own boat or use one from our fleet. PFD’s are mandatory for this class and if you don’t have one, we will supply them. Fee: $60

17819  18yrs+ Sa        10/17-11/7       7:30-9:30am   TTLM
Fee:$60

What to Bring and Wear for Paddling Fitness
What to wear: Clothing that the participants do not mind getting wet.
Some sort of water shoes or sneakers the participants do not mind getting wet. Sandals are permissible as long as they are not open back, flip-flop type sandals.
Hats or Visors
 Loose fitting comfortable t-shirt. Depending on the participants sun tolerance they may want to wear an SPF coated top shirt, or a long sleeve t-shirt.
If a participant wants to wear long pants, it is permissible, however they should not be cotton or denim, they should be Polyester or Lycra.

Not Allowed:  Jeans of any kind, including Jean shorts
Long pants that are non-athletic type pants; jeans, cotton or corduroy are not allowed.
Hiking boots or dress shoes

What to Bring:
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Water Bottles
Towel
Snack
Dry Clothes to change into
Hat

 Clubs/Organizations
Desert Paddlers club