PD Days With DayTripping

Looking for something for your child to do during PD Days when School is closed? At DayTripping we now offer outdoor adventures services for those PD Days when it may be hard to find a sitter for your child. Our next upcoming PD Day is Monday, February 17th.

Where: Rockwood Park Pavilion, lower level

Time: 8:30pm - 5:00pm
Date:  April 17th, 2014

Ages: 6-12
Price: $35.00 + tax/PD Day

Activities include, but are not limited to, Snowshoeing, Cross Country Skiing, Indoor Rock Climbing, Geocaching, Sliding, Crafts, Active Games, etc. 1 healthy snack will be provided. Kids must come dressed appropriately for the weather with a change of sneakers for the Rock Wall. Please ensure your child brings a lunch and a water bottle. 

 For more details be sure to contact our office at 657-8747 or email us at info@daytrippingnb.com

 Click here for a full list of our upcoming PD Days. 

Red Cross Wilderness & Remote First Aid

Red Cross Wilderness & Remote First Aid and Standard First Aid

These are experiential minimum 20 hour or 40 hour (Advanced Wilderness Remote First Aid) courses designed for individuals who will be participating in wilderness activities within hours or days of advanced medical care. These courses will enable participants to have an appreciation for the realities of providing First Aid in a wilderness & remote environment. Emphasis will be on practical skills, decision making, and management of the outdoor environment.

What: Red Cross Wilderness Remote First Aid (+ advanced extra day option)

Where: Maritime DayTripping, Lily Lake Pavilion, Rockwood Park, Saint John, NB

When: 

June 20-22 Wilderness Remote First Aid @ Rockwood Park, Saint John $205/person + tax 

NOTE: Certification Includes CPR level C + Red Cross Standard First Aid (16 hour)

Spring Kayaking

SPRING KAYAKING - LEARN A NEW SKILL AND HAVE FUN DOING IT. 

Intro Kayaking
Introduction to Kayaking introduces the novice to paddling a kayak in calm sheltered water. Rescue techniques at this level incorporate the use of a paddling partner.

Location: This is a sheltered waters course such as a Lake

Duration: 1 day

Dates:  

Prerequisites: none, except a desire for fun and no issue getting wet!!

Cost: $85/person not including equipment/$95 with Kayak/Skirt/Paddle + HST

Beginner Recreational River Kayak (Long Boats & Open Cockpit)
The Beginner River Kayaking skill level is designed to introduce the novice or relatively inexperienced kayaker to paddling moving water with perhaps some Class I. The emphasis is on learning and practicing the fundamentals of kayaking, along with a strong grounding in water safety and safe kayaking practices. Our goal is that you will be able to safely paddle your open cockpit kayak (no spray skirt) down rivers such as the Hammond/Nerepis/ Nashwaak/Pollet/upper St. We will use a 'Comfort-to-Control' technique to get you over your fears and reservations and into enjoyment of the sport of kayaking.

Location: Day 1 on the Lake, Day 2 on a Class 1 River with an option to portage around major rapids

Duration: 2 days

Dates:  May 3-4

Prerequisites: There are no kayaking prerequisites, except a desire for fun and no issue getting wet!!

Cost: $135/person not including equipment/$150 with Kayak/Skirt/Paddle  + HST  

Beginner Whitewater Kayak (Paddling closed deck whitewater kayaks with spray skirts)
The Beginner River Kayaking skill level is designed to introduce the novice or relatively inexperienced kayaker to paddling moving water with perhaps some Class I-2. The emphasis is on learning and practicing the fundamentals of kayaking, along with a strong grounding in water safety and safe kayaking practices. Our goal is that you will be able to safely paddle your your whitewater kayak (no spray skirt) down rivers such as the Digdeguash/Magaguadavic/Eel/lower St.Croix. We will use a 'Comfort-to-Control' technique to get you over your fears and reservations and into enjoyment of the sport of kayaking.

Location: Day 1 on the Lake, Day 2 on a Class 1-2+ River with an option to portage around major rapids

Duration: 2 days

Dates:  April 26-27

Prerequisites: There are no kayaking prerequisites, except a desire for fun and no issue getting wet!!

Cost: $135/person not including equipment/$135 with Kayak/Skirt/Paddle  + HST  

CAMP AWESOME REGISTRATION

Summer Outdoor Adventure Day Camp at Rockwood Park

FIVE DAYS FULL OF ADVENTURE

Our summer camp is a fun opportunities to try new things and enjoy being outdoors. Skills include canoeing, kayaking, geo-caching, rock climbing, nature hiking, swiming, sports, orienteering, games, crafts and much more. 

Ages: 6-12

Price: $175.00 + tax

CAMP AWESOME STARTS THE WEEK OF JUNE 23TH!! Register today as only certain weeks are available this Summer! 

Important Information:

• Camps runs for six weeks this Summer, Monday to Friday. 
• The weeks include: June 23-27, July 14-18, July 21-25, August 11-15, August 18-22 & August 25-29
• Drop off as early at 8:00am every morning, with pick-up by 5:00pm; late pick-up as late as 5:30pm will be available.
• A healthy snack will be provided daily. Lunches will need to be brought with the child.
• Don't forget to dress for changing weather, bringing wet-weather clothing, sunscreen, bug spray a hat and a water bottle.

Advanced Registration Required. Book early. Spaces fill up quickly. 

Register Today! E-mail info@daytrippingnb.com or call 657-8747.