Cost: $50.00 Adult
$10.00 for certificate

Length: Half Day - 3 to 4 Hours
ALL PADDLING GEAR PROVIDED or bring your own
FOUNDATION LEVEL: Introductory experience required
Location: This class is offered at our Jantzen Beach Portland location.
This is an improvement award that helps paddlers develop fundmental paddlesport skills on flat water. The emphasis is on gaining a breadth of experience, creating the desired movement of the boat and developing an understanding into how the paddle, boat and water interact.
The BCU 2 Star Assessment will be scheduled periodically throughout the year. Call to reserve your spot in the next class.
Outline: BCU 2 Star Assessment
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Gage your skills by taking this internationally recognized skills progression system
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Get individual feedback from you assessor at the end of the assessment
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See bcuna.com for a detailed syllabus
On the water, You Will Need:
- Tennis shoes or river sandals with wool socks or wetsuit booties
- Sunglasses with retention device (i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)
- Sunscreen (SPF 30), lip balm (SPF 15)
- Sun hat, rain hat, and/or fleece hat
- Synthetic top and bottom (thermal underwear, heavier wt. for cooler weather)
- Rain coat and rain pants
- Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit
- Water bottle (1 quart)
- Towel and change of clothes for ride home
- Lunch and snacks
Meeting Place/Directions:
BCU 2 Star Assessments meet at our N. Portland store location. You will receive detailed instructions and a map with your confirmation packet.
If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind. Remember the goal is to travel light and efficiently.
Call for more information.
Reservations: 888.571.4545
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