Our Coordinator
Ivan Bartha
Ivan graduated from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelors in Outdoor Recreation. He received his Masters of Science in Education from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.
Canoe Rental & Shuttle Service
Outdoor Endeavors is more than willing to put together paddling workshops, safety clinics or basic water rescue programs for groups of 4 or more that want to develop or refine their skills. These programs are scheduled by demand and can occur from May through September. Call us at 320-308-3772 for more information.
Outdoor Endeavors provides Canoe Shuttle service on these sections of the local rivers:
Sauk River
St. Joseph to St. Cloud - 3 hours
Mississippi River
St. Cloud to Clearwater - 3.5 hours
Rice to Sartell - 4 hours
Prices
Canoe & Recreational Kayak Rental Rates
$20 per day, $40 per weekend & $100 per week + $75 damage deposit per boat
Kevlar/Fiberglass Touring Canoes – Lake use only!
$40 per weekend & $100 per week +
$75 damage deposit per boat
Regular Shuttle Service
$35 per boat + $75 damage deposit per boat
-Canoe shuttles are available weekdays by appointment and weekends, weather permitting. There are no refunds for cancellations due to weather.
-Regularly scheduled shuttles launch at 11am on Saturdays starting on May 12th from the Beaver Islands boat landing. Plan on a 3 hour canoe trip plus a 20 minute drive back to campus.
-A three canoe minimum is required for shuttle service. Pre-payment is required at Outdoor Endeavors between 10am-10:45am on days regular shuttles are scheduled..
Scheduled Shuttle Service
$35 per boat + $75 damage deposit per boat
Shuttles are available other time by appointment with a 3 boat minimum. Advance reservations (at least one week) are required with full payment taken at that time.
American Canoe Association Discount
Outdoor Endeavors is commited to promoting responsible and safe canoeing & kayaking through its education and outreach efforts. Outdoor Endeavors is an American Canoe Association Paddle America Club and is offering a 10% discount on canoe/kayak rentals & shuttles for customers that participate in the American Canoe Association Smartstart for Paddlers program. All customers need to do is register, pay $10 for the Canoeing 101 Smart Start and complete the course. Outdoor Endeavors will need to see your valid completion card, printable at the end of the course, before we can issue the discount.
SmartStart for Paddlers from the ACA is the introductory paddling safety course for canoers, kayakers, and rafters , providing the best information available to make paddling experiences safe and enjoyable from the very first time the new paddler goes on the water.
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Policies
- No glass bottles or alcohol are allowed on any shuttle!
- It is recommended that each person boating wear the USCG life jacket provided by Outdoor Endeavors.
- The participant making payment for a group is required to sign a release and is ultimately responsible for the actions of those they paddle with.
- OE reserves the right to refuse to those that a perceived to be unfit to engage in canoeing/kayaking activities or that are under the influence.
- There are no refunds for shuttles cancelled due to violations of this policy.
Outdoor Endeavors does not run shuttles when the Mississippi River, below the St. Cloud dam is running above 10,000 cubic feet per second or more. The river is moving fast at the put in and inexperienced boaters are at risk of capsize at the start of their trip.
CENTER FOR PADDLESPORTS INSTRUCTION, EDUCATION & SAFETY (CPIES)
Outdoor Endeavors is proud to be a Paddle America Club through the American Canoe Association (ACA). Instructional canoe & kayaking courses are taught by students & staff that have achieved instructor status through training provided by the ACA. The American Canoe Association is the driving force behind paddle sports instruction, education and safety. More information can be found about ACA by clicking on the logo.
Greenland Style Kayaking Presentation
Outdoor Endeavors is pleased to have partnered with the Northern Lights Qajaq Society to offer an modern look at the ancient kayaking techniqes and skills from the Eastern Arctic. Alex Pak and Chris Gmeinder are exceptional kayakers and students of kayaking in the Arctic. This presentation will characterize the challenges of kayaking in a harsh environment, explore some of the culture surrounding the Greenlanders relationship with the ocean and cover how these ancient techiques are being adopted by modern kayakers. After the presentation is over, Alex & Chris will be conducting a kayak rolling clinic for registered participants.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Halenebck Hall Pool (enter from Hall of Champions)
2-3pm Presentaion on Greenland Style Kayaking - Free and open to the general public
3-6pm Kayak Rolling Clinic - $25 per person, limited to 10 participants
Register for the Rolling Clinic at Outdoor Endeavors!
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Click Here to learn more about the presenter
Click Here to learn more about Qajaq USA
Quickstart Your Kayak
No experience necessary! Learn basics about kayaking including parts and pieces, fitting, basics strokes and techniques. Enrollment is limited to 6 participants. Cost $15 per person.
3/25/08 6-8pm
Kayak Rolling Clinics
Take your kayaking to the next level with our rolling clinics. Emphasis is on a gentle progression from getting used to being under water to proper technique, form and self rescue. This course compliments the Quick start programs held the night before. Enrollment is limited to 6 participants. Cost $15 per person.
3/26/08 6-8pm
Open Kayak Pool Sessions
If you have trouble making our kayak clinics, why don’t you come by and participate in an open pool session? This is open to those who want to keep sharp on their skills while the water is frozen. Bring your own kayak and paddling gear or rent our kayaks & paddling gear.
COST $5 payable at the door! Use of Outdoor Endeavors equipment is $5!
3/11/08 6-8pm
3/18/08 6-8pm
4/1/08 6-8pm
4/8/08 6-8pm
4/15/08 6-8pm
4/29/08 6-8pm
5/6/08 6-8pm
Deep Water Kayak Rescue
Learn these essential sea kayak rescue skills in a controlled environment. Emphasis will be on aided and self rescue techniques, proper use of safety equipment and group management on the water. This course is required for anyone wanting to rent sea kayaks for Outdoor Endeavors. This 2-hour clinic is arranged by appointment with 3-6 participants. Cost $15 per person.
National Safe boating council
Outdoor Endeavors is a proud member of the National Safe Boating Council and supports boating education & safety. We see boater education as an essential to living in Minnesota and a health education opportunity. Outdoor Endeavors offers FREE loaner youth & child life jackets to those who don’t have them or are unsure how to fit their child properly. The youth & child life jackets we are offering were generously donated by Stearns Manufacturing in conjunction with their Rise to The Top Program.
Outdoor Endeavors supports Rise To The Top and the National Safe Boating Week. Rise To The Top is a public service organization meant to raise awareness about boater safety and proper use of life jackets. This organization provides information to the public, educators and boating industry on local laws related to wearing life jackets along with guides for purchasing youth life jackets and proper fitting.
