$75/person and up
WHAT'SUP?
Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing water sports out there. Come join us and learn why everyone is raving about this super fun sport. We'll provide the instruction and equipment for your lesson on the Nottawasaga River in Wasaga Beach.
Meet us in the Wasaga Sports Park (park near our “kayak rental” sign and walk past the Wasaga Sky Dive trailer towards the river). We will greet you there to get you going on your paddle into spectacular Jack's Lake. The paddle goes through beautiful wilderness and you'll have the opportunity to see bald eagles, trumpeter swans, osprey, beavers, turtles and so much more.
Level of experience
Beginners to Experienced – The Nottawasaga River is great for beginner paddlers. You'll be shown some paddle strokes to help you maneuver your paddleboard.
Availability
9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm
What to bring
Water to drink, sunscreen, a towel, and extra clothing to change into
What to wear
Swimsuit, hat, water shoes or barefoot
PRICING CHART
Includes instruction and all equipment needed.
1-1.5 Hour Lesson
$ 75
per person + HSTDuring this time you'll learn about your board and paddle, how to get up on the board, stay balanced and then move on water.
Book Tour
2-3 Hour Lesson and Tour
$ 105
per person + HSTThis trip is for those who want more time on the water and really want to get a full experience in. We’ll paddle through beautiful wilderness and you'll have opportunity to see bald eagles, trumpeter swans, osprey, beavers, turtles and really hone in on the skills you've learned.
PADDLING PROTOCOLS
At all times
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Please follow a “leave no trace” policy. If you pack it in, pack it out (this applies to trash as well and especially cigarette butts).
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Take only pictures and leave only footprints. Please do not disturb vegetation or wildlife.
On the water
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Life jackets are to be worn.
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Alcohol and cannabis are not permitted (it’s the law!).
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Please only open your marine safety kit in an emergency situation.
Upon completion
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Beaver River: please bring your boats and equipment from the river back up to the yard (you must remove any personal items or trash).
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Nottawasaga River: A guide from Free Spirit Tours will help you with your boat (you must remove any personal items or trash).
BOOK YOUR TOUR
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Rico L
2024-10-15
I use their shuttle service driving my kayak, equipment and myself for $20 from access point #3 to #2. staff was knowledgable and very kind waiting for me to push out at the launch. thanksgiving weekend was the last weekend of the season, unfortunately but I will come back next year.
Tristan Milne
2024-09-27
Went for a nice paddle down the Beaver River, and they even helped us pump up the tires of our car when we were low on air. Great spot, would recommend!
K A
2024-09-22
Easy to book, plus really friendly guides/owners. Beautiful river and we saw a beaver and some neat little birds 🦅 Looking forward to trying out some of their other adventures like caving
Taylor Breanne
2024-08-28
Amazing customer service and beautiful area! Highly recommend!!
Matthew Bishop
2024-08-27
Great experience. Friendly staff. Very peaceful river.
Rick Cowan
2024-08-06
Joel was very helpful. Thanks.
Nathan F
2024-08-06
Helpful with booking issues
Paul Vanhooft
2024-08-03
We spent the August long weekend up in the Kimberley area with family and we were looking for things to do to fill our day. We found Free Spirit Tours and thought we’d try them out. It was great!! The price was reasonable, the staff were extremely friendly, the Beaver river was very easy to navigate. All in all, it was a great time! Would definitely recommend the one hour tour for anyone regardless of age or ability. There are longer tours for more avid paddlers.