Confident Camper Foundation will offer a ACA Level 1 Canoe Instructor course June 7 – 10* at Bald Eagle State Park. The course will be taught by Steven Henkind, an ACA certified Instructor Trainer.

This certification is valid for 4 years and is accepted by organizations such as Girl Scouts and Scouting America for providing canoe instruction to groups. This certification meets the formal training requirement for Scouting America Canoeing Merit Badge counselors. ACA instructors are also able to utilize American Canoe Association insurance when teaching ACA courses.

We will spend some time on shore but mostly we will be on or
in the water. Please dress appropriately for both the weather
and the water. Changing facilities will be available.

Course is limited to 8 participants.

* This is a 3 day course. June 10 is held as a rain date in the event that weather makes one of June 7-9 unavailable.

Prerequisites

For full course requirements and required skills see ACA Instructor Criteria.

• Participants must be members of the ACA.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required to obtain certification credentials
• Participants should have canoeing experience. Review required skills here.

Practice skill sessions and paddling instruction will be organized throughout spring 2025 for registered participants.

A free Red Cross Adult First Aid and CPR class will be offered to CCF members who are registered for this course.

Canoes and Gear

Participants are encouraged to use their own PFDs and craft. If you need to borrow a craft, please let us know in advance. A limited number of canoes will be available for CCF members to borrow.

Course Cost

Cost of this course is $600 if registered before March 1 and $800 for late registrations.

• $100, non-refundable deposit is due at registration.
• 50% is due February 1
• 100% is due May 2nd

Materials

• Steven Henkind Testimonials and References
• Steve Henkind Paddlesports Background and Teaching Philosophy