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Kids love paddling, and our programs and equipment can make it happen!  
Paddling Camps
Learn Skills and Visit Amazing Places
Birthday Parties
A Party They'll Never Forget
Teen Adventure Program
Three-Days of Excitement & Camaraderie
Kids’ Groups
Fun on the Water — Customized for You
Kids’ Paddling Gear
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Start planning your child's birthday party today.   Our Paddling Camps are for Kids entering grades 4-9.   Kids Group Outings. Schools, Camps, Birthdays, Friends. Guiding, Instruction, Food.
 
Canoe & Kayak Camp
The Canoe & Kayak Camp is designed for the beginner younger paddler, and is offered in both half-day and full-day versions. For kids entering grades 4–6.
  • Learn canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding.
  • Build valuable skills of communication, cooperation, independence, and self-reliance.
  • Plenty of time to play, swim, and explore.
  • Off-water games and activities.
  • Held at Lake Cochituate State Park in Natick.
  • Create your own perfect kids group outing at Charles River Canoe & Kayak.
    Paddling is a wonderful group activity that kids love! Our group outings are customized just for your group.
  • Perfect for schools, camps, birthday parties, and more.
  • Customized Guiding and Instruction.
  • Group Discounts during off-peak hours.
  • Delivery to Anywhere for any group size.
  • Catering and Picnicking available.
  • Ten-Person Canoes great for kids' groups.
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    Sea Kayak Camp
    The Sea Kayak Camp is designed for the child who enjoys paddling and would like to develop skills while exploring beautiful fresh- and salt-water environments. For kids entering grades 6–8.
  • Learn sea kayaking along the beautiful Massachusetts coast.
  • Plenty of opportunity to play, swim, and explore a variety of environments.
  • Travels by van from Newton/Auburndale.
  • No pre-requisites.
  • Let us create a customized birthday party for
    Plan an unforgettable birthday party at Charles River Canoe & Kayak!
    your child and friends.
  • All our locations are great for birthdays, and each has a picnic area with a water view.
  • Our kids' kayaks allow children to enjoy their own boat!
  • Bring along a guide/instructor to help out and create an interpretive experience.
  • Complete the party with cake and/or catering!
  • Introduce your child to kayaking!
    Introduce your child to paddling.
    Our two-session class teaches the basics via games, exploration, and fun.
  • Two 2-hour classes.
  • Trained instructors specially chosen for kids.
  • Small student-instructor ratio.
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    Our Teen Adventure Program will introduce your
    Teen Adventure Program
    13- to 17-year-old to the excitement of kayaking on the Charles River, Boston Harbor, and Marblehead.
  • See some of the most beautiful paddling spots in Massachusetts.
  • Plenty of opportunity to build skills, swim, and explore a variety of environments.
  • Based in Kendall Square.
  • No pre-requisites.
  • Kids love paddling!
    Get on the water with your kids! Young children love riding in canoes and double kayaks with their parents, and once they reach age 6–8 they may want to try their own kids' kayak!
  • Five Rental Locations, all great for kids.
  • Many Boat Options including canoes, double kayaks, and kids' kayaks.
  • Reasonable Rental Rates perfect for the whole family.
  • Kids having fun in kayaks.
    Our Paddling Store in Newton/Auburndale can provide the gear you need to enjoy paddlesports with your kids.
  • Kids' kayaks and double kayaks.
  • Life jackets, paddles, wetsuits, and more.
  •     Charles River Canoe & Kayak
    2401 Commonwealth Avenue
    Newton, Massachusetts 02466
    (617) 965-5110
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