Outrigger Canoeing

About Outrigger Canoeing

An outrigger canoe is the most stable boat that you could paddle!  You can step into this canoe with confidence, knowing that you will stay dry and steady!  The canoe here at the Genesee Waterways Center has two hulls that are connected together and looks similar to a
catamaran, which is what makes the boat so stable.

A trained steersperson is always in the boat and is responsible for helping you into the boat, steering and directing the canoe, and docking safely.  You get to paddle and enjoy the scenery of our beautiful waterways!

The GWC, in collaboration with SportsNet, a program of the Rochester Rehabilitation Center, also offers recreational, fitness, and competitive outrigger canoe programs for individuals of all abilities.  Adapted equipment is available, including modified paddles and seats; we adjust to meet the needs of the individual.  We also have a mechanical Hoyer lift on the dock to assist with getting in and out of the boat.

Click here for more information about our specific outrigger canoe programs and scheduled outings!