After an introduction to Big Canoe strokes, participants learn how to paddle together as a team as we embark on a trip into nature and history on the Ottawa River. Open to all members, guests and public. Price is $40 (+13% HST) = $45.20 A minimum of 4 participants is required for the excursion. If we do not have enough participants, we will offer to reschedule your excursion to another date (or refund you). Meet outside the ONEC Waterfront Room on the lower level in the N.C.C. River House. After crossing the bridge, go round left side of building and down outside back stairs to lower level. The ONEC room is on the right at the bottom of stairs. Eligibility: Adults and accompanied children 12 years and older; No canoeing experience is necessary, but everyone is expected to paddle. Equipment: Paddles and PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided. Bring water and snacks as well as weather appropriate items, e,g, sunscreen, sun or rain hats, rain jackets. Cancellation policy: Cancellation by client: prior to 48 hours, refund minus $10 processing fee per client / within 48 hours, no refund unless the place can be filled. Cancellation by Club due to weather or any other unforeseen circumstance: full credit for another excursion or refund.

(Above pricing includes HST) Pre-requisite: Completion of Learn to Row + One season of rowing experience ​Coaches: Sherry Dolan & John Moore ​​Three classes of 1.5 hours each. ​ In small groups of 5 people you will continue to develop your rowing skills, and acquire new knowledge to help you feel comfortable in a racing shell. There will be a focus on learning to feel body and boat movements with emphasis on good posture to help with boat balance and injury avoidance. ​ There will be three sessions each focusing on developing your foundational boat handling and rowing skills covering the entry, drive, release and recovery. You will be practicing in racing singles but will have the option to go out in the racing doubles with either John or Sherry for additional coaching later in the season. There will be a strong focus on safety as it pertains to rowing in a racing shell along the Ottawa River. ​ At the end of Learn to Row: Racing Shells you will be well acquainted with the ONEC racing shell fleet. Once you've completed all three lesson plans, we'll place you with a rowing mentor who will be able to continue to help you develop your skills until you are ready to take the skills assessment required to be able to book racing shells at ONEC.

No experience is necessary, as this Intro to Kayaking clinic will start with the basics, including getting in and out at the dock safely and reviewing basic paddling strokes. The clinic will go on to introduce intermediate strokes and assisted rescues depending on interest, time and conditions Price is $70 (+13%HST)= $79.10 Closed toe footwear is required i.e. no flip flops Bring a change of clothes - you will be getting wet Bring water Bring your personal PFD

Above pricing includes HST $240.00 + $31.20 HST = $271.20 No longer a beginner? Now you’re ready to develop your technique further. Refine your skills and improve your consistency and comfort with match play. Max class size is 8 participants. *Please note: Make-up classes not available*

Above pricing includes HST $240.00 + $31.20 HST = $271.20 No longer a beginner? Now you’re ready to develop your technique further. Refine your skills and improve your consistency and comfort with match play. Max class size is 8 participants. *Please note: Make-up classes not available*

(Above pricing includes HST) Pre-requisite: Completion of Learn to Row + One season of rowing experience ​Coaches: Sherry Dolan & John Moore ​​Three classes of 1.5 hours each. ​ In small groups of 5 people you will continue to develop your rowing skills, and acquire new knowledge to help you feel comfortable in a racing shell. There will be a focus on learning to feel body and boat movements with emphasis on good posture to help with boat balance and injury avoidance. ​ There will be three sessions each focusing on developing your foundational boat handling and rowing skills covering the entry, drive, release and recovery. You will be practicing in racing singles but will have the option to go out in the racing doubles with either John or Sherry for additional coaching later in the season. There will be a strong focus on safety as it pertains to rowing in a racing shell along the Ottawa River. ​ At the end of Learn to Row: Racing Shells you will be well acquainted with the ONEC racing shell fleet. Once you've completed all three lesson plans, we'll place you with a rowing mentor who will be able to continue to help you develop your skills until you are ready to take the skills assessment required to be able to book racing shells at ONEC.

After an introduction to Big Canoe strokes, participants learn how to paddle together as a team as we embark on a trip into nature and history on the Ottawa River. Open to all members, guests and public. Price is $40 (+13% HST) = $45.20 A minimum of 4 participants is required for the excursion. If we do not have enough participants, we will offer to reschedule your excursion to another date (or refund you). Meet outside the ONEC Waterfront Room on the lower level in the N.C.C. River House. After crossing the bridge, go round left side of building and down outside back stairs to lower level. The ONEC room is on the right at the bottom of stairs. Eligibility: Adults and accompanied children 12 years and older; No canoeing experience is necessary, but everyone is expected to paddle. Equipment: Paddles and PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided. Bring water and snacks as well as weather appropriate items, e,g, sunscreen, sun or rain hats, rain jackets. Cancellation policy: Cancellation by client: prior to 48 hours, refund minus $10 processing fee per client / within 48 hours, no refund unless the place can be filled. Cancellation by Club due to weather or any other unforeseen circumstance: full credit for another excursion or refund.

CANSail 3 & 4 Day Camp Kids aged 9 to 17 Students receive quality instruction stressing safety, fun, and learning. They are introduced to many different elements of sailing, safety practices, and seamanship. They will develop new skills in boat handling and sailing for both fun and competition! Sail Canada certified instructors teach trainees, and successful trainees receive Sail Canada certificates from CANSail 1 to CANSail 4. We emphasize safety and low student-to-instructor ratios per Sail Canada guidelines. With our flexible week-to-week program, your child can move up through the levels as the summer progresses. Youths’ skills and experience are evaluated on the first day of camp, and an appropriate boat is chosen for them. Beginning sailors will be taught on the two-person Pico or the three-to- four-person CL16. ONEC day camps are offered from July to August. Register your child for a full week, two full weeks or more (each week must be booked separately). Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% and will not be granted within two weeks of the start of the session. In the instance that camps are cancelled, a full refund (minus any additional credit card charges) will be given.

Kayaking Day Camp with Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Beginner and Intermediate, Kids aged 11 to 17 Participants learn kayaking skills according to the Paddle Canada Waterfront Kayak Skills programn. Skills include how to get in and out of kayaks safely at the dock, basic strokes, safe water exit and assisted re-entry into a kayak from the water, as well as general skills for fun and safe paddling! Participants who successfully achieve all kayaking skills will receive certificants at the end of the day camps. The kayaking camp program also offers campers the opportunity to learn basic skills and have fun on Stand-up Paddleboards (SUPs). Campers improve their balance and coordination while perfecting the strokes and playing camp games! ONEC day camps are offered from July to August. Register your child for a full week, two full weeks or more (each week must be booked separately). Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% and will not be granted within two weeks of the start of the session. In the instance that camps are cancelled, a full refund (minus any additional credit card charges) will be given.

Above pricing includes HST ( $740 + $96.20 HST) The ONEC Learn to Row program focusses on skill development and safety. By the end of 10 sessions, new rowers will be able to safely navigate the Ottawa River in a single scull with 2 oars. With a maximum of 6 in a class, under the guidance of highly skilled coaches, participants should: > Be able to demonstrate basic rowing skills, including how to safely launch and return the boat by themselves > Be able to explain basic sculling safety, including Ottawa River navigational patterns, when it is safe to row, and what to do in an emergency > Be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the ONEC electronic systems to book their own boats, connect with others to row safely and report any damage to the equipment. > And feel confident enough to safely traverse the Ottawa River. Start date subject to the waterfront conditions on the Ottawa River, at the time, the schedule may be delayed by 1 week. Refunds:If you register then life happens and you must withdraw from the program, if you do so at least one week before the program starts you will receive a full refund minus a 10% administrative fee. If you withdraw from the program within one week of the start date and up to the fourth class, you will receive a 50% refund minus a 10% administrative fee. If you withdraw from the program after the fifth class no refund will be issued.

Above pricing includes HST ( $646.00 + $83.98 HST) The ONEC Learn to Row program focusses on skill development and safety. By the end of 10 sessions, new rowers should be able to safely navigate the Ottawa River in a single scull with 2 oars. With a maximum of 5 in a class, under the guidance of highly skilled coaches, participants should: > Be able to demonstrate basic rowing skills, including how to safely launch and return the boat by themselves > Be able to explain basic sculling safety, including Ottawa River navigational patterns, when it is safe to row, and what to do in an emergency > Be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the ONEC electronic systems to book their own boats, connect with others to row safely and report any damage to the equipment. > And feel confident enough to safely traverse the Ottawa River. Start date subject to the waterfront conditions, at the time, the schedule may be delayed by 1 week. Refunds: For cancelations within 7 days of the start date, up to the end of the introductory classes eligible for a refund of: • $400 – Early Season • $250 – Mid Season To opt out, complete the “Request for Refund Form” at the bottom of the ONEC Learn to Row website.

Experience the joy of paddling with our Senior Paddling to Wellness on the Water program, funded by the Government of Canada through the federal New Horizons for Seniors program. Designed for seniors aged 55 and over in Ottawa, this initiative offers free paddling opportunities while promoting physical health and community connection. Partnering with local organizations, we aim to create a welcoming environment for participants to enjoy the beauty of our waterfront while enhancing their well-being. After an introduction to Big Canoe strokes, participants learn how to paddle together as a team as we embark on a trip into nature and history on the Ottawa River. Meet outside the ONEC Waterfront Room on the lower level in the N.C.C. River House. After crossing the bridge, go round left side of building and down outside back stairs to lower level. The ONEC room is on the right at the bottom of stairs. Eligibility: Adults 55 years and older; Should be able to swim 25 metres (with a lifejacket). No canoeing experience is necessary, Equipment: Paddles and PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided. Bring water as well as weather appropriate items, e,g, sunscreen, sun or rain hats, rain jackets.