KAYAKING

COURSES

 

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Events Hosted at the
Genesee Waterways Center

Youth Whitewater Classes Begins
June 24, 2013

Armond bassett Canoe & Kayak Race
Saturday, July 13, 2013

Cycle the Erie Canal Tour
July 8 - 15, 2013

Lockapalooza – Lock 32 Whitewater Park
Saturday and Sunday, August 17 & 18, 2013

Rochester River Challenge
Saturday, September 14, 2013

 

 

 

 

 

Kayaking

Whitewater ParkThe Lock 32 White Water Park is a beautiful spot where paddlers of all ages come to learn to kayak!  The park was envisioned in 1996 by several local kayaking enthusiasts; their goal was to turn the bed of the Erie Canal spillway at Lock 32 into a white water playground.  After four years of hard work by a team of volunteers, the course opened for its first full season in 2000 and we have been teaching individuals to kayak ever since!

The park was designed to provide a controlled environment in which students can learn and a challenging place for experienced paddlers to practice.  The course features a set of squirt lines, two wave and two holes—and most importantly, a constant source of water every day!  Paddlers take advantage of this park to learn new moves and tricks, practice their skills, or just to get out and have some fun with friends on a summer evening.

No one under the age of 14 is allowed to use the Whitewater Park unless enrolled in a class or accompanied by an adult at all times.  All participants paddling at the whitewater course must have taken a class at the Whitewater Park or must be able to demonstrate that they are experienced in kayaking by demonstrating a roll or wet exit.  

2013 Lock 32 Whitewater Park Rates & Fees

GWC Adult Member $100 Unlimited Visits - Click here to sign up
GWC Student Member $50 Unlimited Visits - Click here to sign up
GWC Adult Equipment Usage $100 Unlimited Use of Equipment!
GWC Student Equipment Usage $50 Unlimited Use of Equipment!
Day Pass $15 per visit for use of the park by non-members
On-site rentals $10 per visit (includes kayak, paddle, spray skirt, PFD & helmet)
Paddle, helmet, PDF or Skirt $2 per visit, per piece
Hours Monday to Friday 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
   

As a member of the Genesee Waterways Center, you will help us continue to support the following community based programs and activities:

  • Adult Kayaking and Rowing
  • Annual Rochester River Challenge, A Wounded Warriors Disabled Sports Event
  • Armond Bassett Canoe & Kayak Race
  • At risk-youth programs
  • Free Taste of Kayaking and Taste of Rowing Classes
  • Flower City Challenge
  • Local and regional rowing regattas
  • Local school outings
  • Summer Employment for Youth
  • USRowing Diversity Invitational Regatta
  • Whitewater Kayaking Festival
  • YMCA Kayak Summer Camp
  • Youth Whitewater Kayaking

In addition, members receive:

  • Access to the GWC facility for rowing or kayaking
  • Free on-site flatwater kayak or canoe rental at both facilities
  • Two free guest passes for canoe or kayak rental
  • Limit two guest visits for Kayaking Park & equipment use per member; $15 to be paid at time of visit
  • Affiliate Club member of American Whitewater
  • Ability to reserve the conference room at a discounted rate
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Social events and activities

All memberships are based on a calendar year.
Discounted memberships will be available starting August 1st of each year.