Thank you for inquiring about a private kayak lesson with Venture Outdoors. We look forward to getting you on the water!

Our trained Kayak Pittsburgh Instructor will go over how to use common kayaking gear on land and then will guide the group on the water while offering suggestions to improve paddling techniques. 

Instructor: Luke Borowy, ACA Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Level 2

(814) 602-0726

Activity level: This is a slow paced, introductory paddle designed to meet the objectives of the students. The Allegheny River is a large slow moving river with the potential for wind and various other environmental factors. 

What to Bring: While we do our best to avoid capsizes they are always possible. You may get dripped on or splashed occasionally. It is best to wear clothes that dry quickly that are comfortable and shoes/water shoes that can get wet.  

Distance: Our distance traveled will vary as needed.  

Starting Location: We will meet and the Heinz Quay boat launch located adjacent to the Acrisure Stadium below the Fred Rogers Statue. Paid parking is available along North Shore drive and in the Carnegie Science Center lot. 

Google map pin:  https://www.google.com/maps/place/Heinz+Quay+Boat+Launch/@40.4448144,-80.015933,315m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x8834f74d93251317:0xc2f580a2f8d33809!8m2!3d40.4446746!4d-80.0145245!16s%2Fg%2F11p155drky?entry=ttu

GPS Coordinates: 40.444806, -80.014722

Waivers: Please complete the Venture Outdoors and ACA waivers for all participants:

ACA Waiver: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/612e51630b072/web/

Venture Outdoors Waiver: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5c48c8296ee0b/web/

Additional Information:  We will use a pair of solo sit-inside kayaks to cover stoke techniques to support a more enjoyable paddling experience on an upcoming trip.

Restrooms and drinking fountains are located at the Carnegie Science Center cafe entrance near the bike trail adjacent to the U.S.S. Requin Submarine exhibit (open 10AM – 5PM daily).