Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Indiana: Patoka Lake hosts kayaking class for beginners, April 15

Join Patoka Lake’s interpretive naturalists for a kayaking class for beginners on Saturday, April 15, at 12:30 p.m. During this lesson, participants will have the opportunity to try several different styles of kayaks, learn what gear is needed on the water, and the best places to paddle on Patoka.

All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. This event is open to anyone age 12 and older. Cost is $5 per person, and space is limited. Advance registration is required and can be made by calling the Patoka Lake Nature Center at 812-685-2447.

The class will be held at Newton-Stewart State Recreation Area, located north of Wickliffe on State Road 164. The entrance fee is $7 for Indiana residents and $9 for out-of-state visitors. For more information regarding this program or other interpretive events, please call the Nature Center.

Patoka Lake (on.IN.gov/patokalake) is at 3084 N. Dillard Road, Birdseye, IN 47513.