Lutsen Resort's Spring Kayaking Adventure

A great opportunity for you to kick your kayaking season into high gear.

…shortly after the weekend, I put the skills I learned during a rescue where I saved a capsized kayaker while remembering some sage advice…

• When: May 30 – June 1, 2008
• Price: The package starts at $349 per person (based on double occupancy) and includes two nights of lodging, breakfast each morning, a hearty trail lunch each day, and a dinner in our famous dining room. All guide services, transportation during the weekend, and equipment are included.
• For Reservations: Call 218-663-7212 or 1-800-2LUTSEN (258-8736)
• Email: activities@lutsenresort.com
• Flyer: Download pdf flyer

Weekend Activity Descriptions

LUTSEN RESORT is offering a great opportunity for you to kick your kayaking season into high gear. Join kayak instructors Adam Harju and Bryan Hansel for a spring kayaking adventure and training. The first day, we’ll put you through the paces of the ACA Coastal Kayaking Basic Strokes and Rescues course with an emphasis on pushing your skills. The next day features an all day tour on Lake Superior at Tettegouche State Park where we’ll paddle through sea caves and arches and along side of towering palisades. If weather or lake conditions are unfavorable for Tettegouche we’ll spend the day paddling in a more protected location.

Beginners Are Welcome!

Activities range from easy to moderately difficult. Both days will require good conditioning and stamina. Thursday will involve spending some time in the water practicing rescues.

Water and Weather Conditions

Spring in the northland brings unpredictable weather. It could be warm or it could be snowing. Plan for cold weather and rainy conditions, but hope for warmth and sun. Regardless of air temperatures, Lake Superior averages around 40°F in June, so wet or dry suits are required. Bring your own or use one of ours.

Required Gear

No specific kayaking gear is required. We will provide wetsuits, paddles, PFDs, kayaks, paddling jackets and rescue equipment. We will have several tow ropes available for your use. Please feel free to bring your own gear.

You must provide a swimsuit, shoes that can get wet, extra clothing, a towel, long-sleeve synthetic top, sunscreen, two one-quart water bottles, sunglasses and any other items that you’d want to have for outdoor trips

Learn about your guides.

Weekend Itinerary

Friday
4:00pm – Check-in Begins
5:30pm – Welcome

Saturday
7:30-8:30am – Breakfast
9:00am – Kayak Control
Noon – Trail Lunch
1:00pm – Rescue Training
5:30-7:30pm – Dinner
7:30pm – Video and Classroom

Sunday
7:30-8:30am – Breakfast
9:00am – Trip to Tettegouche or Pigeon Bay
3:30pm – Return to Resort

Schedule for Saturday evening can change based on interest.

All activities subject to change due to weather conditions