	(207) 669-2338 info@carpediemkayaking.com

Symposium Fees

4 Days of classes (Sign up by July 15th)
$550 *

4 Days of classes (Sign up after July 15th) $600

Single full-day classes

$150*

Single half-day classes

$75

Friday Night Paddlers'
Wine & Cheese Free!

BBQ

$25

*Separate BCU fee payable by check to: “Sea Kayaking International”

For all successful BCU assessments

Symposium Cancellation Policy

Carpe Diem Kayaking is proud to be offering the 5th Annual Downeast Sea Kayaking Symposium September 10-13, 2010. September is the loveliest of seasons in Maine, and Bar Harbor offers a vast and fairly consistent set of conditions suitable for all level of classes we’ll be offering during the symposium. But we can’t control Mother Nature—she doesn’t even take our calls! We realize that many factors other than weather might come up to prevent you from attending—illness, family emergencies, business, natural disasters, the sudden realization that you can’t possibly come to Bar Harbor since you’d never want to leave such a fabulous place. But to provide the best possible experience for you, we’ll be committed to coaches and all sorts of service providers. So…no refunds will be given for any reason after August 1st. We strongly recommend you purchase trip insurance. For cancellations before August 1st we can offer a 75% refund.

Lodging Recommendations
Are you looking for a good place to stay while visiting our island? We personally know the owners of these accommodations and can give them our sincerest recommendations.

The Llangolan Inn and Cottages
www.llangolaninn.com
The owners of the Llangolan will give our students a 15% discount!

Right across the street and also very charming are the Rose Eden Cottages, www.roseeden.com
Tell them you're with the symposium for a 10% discount.

Carriage House Cottage at Westard Farm
www.westardfarm.com

The most convenient campground for the evening events is Hadley's Point Campground. It's within easy walking distance of the BBQ, Lobster Bake, and bon fires.

www.hadleyspoint.com

5th Annual

Downeast Sea Kayaking Symposium

Bar Harbor, Maine

Sept. 10-13, 2010

Carpe Diem Kayaking Company is delighted at the terrific response and enthusiasm our previous symposiums have generated, and we're excited to continue hosting this event. If you'd like to sign-up or have specific questions, call us at (207) 669-2338.

Symposium FAQs - check it out!

Our Schedule of Events and a list of the Course Descriptions are a work in progess. Keep checking back often for updates.

How do I get there? Follow this for a google map to symposium sites.

If you'd like to reserve a space now, call us or e-mail info@carpediemkayaking.com. You may also download the symposium registration form, fill it out and mail it to us along with your medical and health questionnaire.

Special Sponsors

Our sponsors give us great support year after year. We've used their products and can testify to their quality and customer service. Check them out.

Demo Boats & Gear

Boats:

Our choice has always been Impex, try one for the day and see why.
Try out the boats from Lincoln Canoe & Kayak
Nigel Dennis Kayaks - legendary expedition and performance sea kayaks.
To be continued...

Gear:

Don't have a drysuit? No worries, demo a Kokatat and see why it's the gold standard for sea kayakers around the world.
Werner Paddles
Lendal Paddles

Confirmed Coaches

We've invited an outstanding line-up for 2010. Check back to see who we've added to the line-up.

Returning Coaches:

Steve Maynard
John Carmody
Christopher Lockyer
Jean Totz
Alison Sigethy
Mel Rice
Mark Schoon
Rick Wiebush
Russell Farrow
Scott Fairty

New This Year:

Nigel Robinson, BCU Level 5, Wales

Suzanne Hutchinson
Marc Bourgoin, owner of Lincoln Canoe & Kayak