The Floathouse Petaluma

Small Boat Summer Camp at The Floathouse

The Floathouse, River Plaza, 50 E Washington St, Petaluma, CA 94952

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Here's your chance to learn how to maneuver every kind of small boat there is, and to have fun exploring the Petaluma River with new friends and experienced instructors. Make the river your playground at last!


You'll learn how to kayak, canoe, Stand Up Paddle, row and pedal any kind of boat, board and water bike, and be part of the community formed by outrigger canoeing—mentored by members of a local club. Just as importantly, kids have free time for exploring the waterway that gave our city life: the Petaluma River. Camp includes a pedal-kayak outing to Alman Marsh by the Petaluma Marina, a little wetlands learning, and an afternoon at the pool.


Campers are welcome to attend multiple sessions, and kids 11 and up who want to spend the whole day on the water can combine this with our Intro to Sailing Camp, which runs M-Th, 1 pm-4 pm.


Bring a hearty snack, extra clothes, towel, a water bottle, sunscreen and a hat. Water shoes or other closed-toe shoes are best. Glasses need to be secured with a croakie or other keeper. On Pool Day, we'll ask you to bring a swimming suit.

Policies

Cancellation/Refund PolicyFull Refund: If we (The Floathouse) must cancel operations due to unsafe or unsuitable weather or conditions (as determined by our qualified staff), you will have your choice of credit, or a full refund of your fee.
Full Refund: If you (the customer) cancel more than 7 full days before your camp, you will receive your choice of a refund or credit.
No Refund: if you (the customer) cancel for any reason, less than 7 full days before your camp, no refund or credit will be given. However, you may substitute another camper, provided they meet any skill, experience or other requirements.
Please contact us if you wish to substitute another camper: info@thefloathousepetaluma.org or (707) 971-3640.
Thank you for your understanding. The Floathouse is a project of Petaluma Small Craft Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable and year-round small-boat access to the Petaluma River.
Friends & Family DiscountA one-time discount is available for multiple participants enrolled in the same session. To be eligible, you must register all participants at the same time. Choose your session above, select 2 or more from the Quantity dropdown, and add to cart.

Location

The Floathouse, River Plaza, 50 E Washington St, CA 94952
The Floathouse Petaluma The Floathouse Petaluma

The Floathouse is a project of Petaluma Small Craft Center, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. We've been helping Petaluma turn toward the river since 2007! The Floathouse itself opened in 2022 as a boating facility floating on docks in the downtown turning basin in 2022, but we've been offering summer camps and community boating events like Day on The River since the beginning. Our mission is to "put butts in boats and smiles on faces", providing Petaluma River access for all. We take pride in encouraging locals and visitors alike to turn their attention to this extraordinary natural resource and providing opportunities to enjoy our local waters.

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