
From the Organizer
Learn to Kayak: This is an introductory recreational kayak course for boys and girls ages 7-15. Students will learn or improve basic strokes, water safety, and fundamentals all while having fun. Class will be held on June 17,18,24,25 & July 1, 2026 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Class fee includes instruction, a Paddle Club t-shirt, use of boats, paddles, and PFD. (You may bring your own properly fitting PFD if preferred) Please bring a water bottle, sunblock, water shoes, and swimsuit. Cost: $55
Youth C2-Race Canoe: This program is for ages 10-18 who are interested in more advanced canoe paddling techniques. During this class Paddlers will receive performance coaching while using C2 racing boats, where they will improve their speed, technique, and fitness. Class will be held on June 17,18,24,25 & July 1, 2026 from 5:15pm to 6:30pm. Class fee includes use of C2 racing boat, paddle, PFD, and Paddle club shirt. Please bring a water bottle, sun block, water shoes, and swimsuit. Cost: $65
Location: Instruction will be held at Camp Grayling beach area unless notified otherwise. Prior to the first class we must have the full name and phone number of any person(s) that will be entering Camp Grayling for Grayling Paddle Club, including people transporting students.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Grayling, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,136 ft
Nearest Airport
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport · 46 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 132 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race Location
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Days to train
Coming Up
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Grayling Paddle Club
Jun 17, 2026