Maine Kayak Guide Course

Maine Kayak has teamed with Sea Kayak New England to offer a Registered Maine Sea Kayaking Guide Course for individuals who are looking to lead sea kayaking day trips and overnight trips on coastal water in Maine.

Maine Kayak and Sea Kayak New England is collaborating to present a hybrid online and in-person Maine sea kayak guide course starting April 12th at 6:00 P.M. will cover a variety of topics including risk management, group dynamics, navigation, environment, safety, outfitting, Maine coastal flora and fauna, leave no trace ethics and other subjects that will help you to prepare for the Registered Maine Guide exam.  This 36 hour program will include 6 online modules, a 3 day Maine island kayak expedition and a mock written and oral that will prepare you to take the Maine sea kayak guide test, a requirement of all Maine sea kayaking guides. Course dates and locations are listed below. We will also be offering a Wilderness First Aid course in May, 2022.

The Maine Kayak guide course full program for all online sessions and the on water practicum includes the 36 hour training course, all curriculum materials, kayaking equipment and paddling gear for the on-water days, and instruction from a Master Registered Maine Sea Kayak Guide and other relevant professionals. Participants are required to be experienced sea kayakers, are asked to provide bathing suit/paddle wear and their own camping gear (rentals available), will be responsible for one meal on the overnight trip, and bring a great sense of adventure and enthusiasm. If participants wish to pursue their guide’s license, they will be required to pay all Maine state fees (background check/fingerprinting, testing, license fees and WFA course) in addition to course fees.   Space is limited so call to enroll today!

Sea Kayaking Guide Course –

• 2022 Online Sessions Schedule:  April 12th, 19th, 26th; May 3rd, 10th, 17th from (6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.)
• 2022 On-Water Practical Schedule: June 4th – 6th from (8:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. each day including mock oral/written exams)
• Price: $21 per person, per night for online sessions = $125 total; $375 for on-water practical and $425 for full hybrid module including 6 online sessions, mock oral/written exams and 3 day (2 night) island camping expedition.
• Requirements: All participants must have basic sea kayaking skills, paddling and camping gear (rentals available), and a positive attitude
• Provided: Kayaks and paddling gear (camping gear available for rent), online course materials, course book and other necessary equipment and materials
• Minimum Age: 18
• Location: Online Sessions will be hosted virtually.  On water paddle will be in Muscongus Bay at Maine Kayak’s Midcoast Bremen outpost.
• Guide Course: Maine Sea Kayak Guide Course
• Other Courses: Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Course