Teen Boating Skills & Adventure Camp at The Floathouse

The Floathouse, River Plaza, 50 East Washington Street, Petaluma, CA 94952

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Give us a week and we'll give you foundational water and boating skills to set you up for boating adventures not just here in town, but in the wider Bay Area. We have more boats, boards and water bikes than you'll find anywhere else and a whole roster of instructors with experience in everything from sailing and racing sailboats around the world to leading kayak and SUP adventures throughout the Bay Area and beyond. We give you room to learn and grow and explore more than just boating; we want you to feel confident exploring yourself.

Covered in our skills: tides, wind, and other environmental influences, knots, and paddle & oar skills in all kinds of boats. We'll meet you where you are, and if you want to delve deeper into any particular subject, we'll help you learn more, in camp and beyond; we'll point you in the right direction.

In boating, as in everything else in life, competence leads to confidence.

Culminates in a long outing.

No prior experience necessary. Six campers max. Starts at 10 am to give you a little more time to sleep!

Bring a hearty snack, a change of clothes, closed-toed shoes or water shoes, sunglasses &/or hat, sunscreen, water bottle and use a keeper for sunglasses or other glasses.

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 East Washington Street, 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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