WAREHAM GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Summer Evenings on Onset Bay: Adult Paddling Club with Buzzards Bay Coalition
A guided, three-week evening paddling series on Onset Bay that teaches core kayaking and SUP skills and connects adults of varied experience levels.
Summer Evenings on Onset Bay: Adult Paddling Club with Buzzards Bay Coalition.
Join the Adult Paddling Club this summer for a three-week, instructor-led program on Onset Bay. Designed for both beginners and seasoned paddlers, the club pairs hands-on skill instruction with guided time on the water and a social group atmosphere.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Short, focused evening sessions
Clubs meet Wednesday evenings from 5:00–6:30pm across three consecutive weeks, making it easy to build skills in a compact summer program.
Guided skill-building for all levels
Onset Bay Center instructors lead the sessions, walking participants through paddling basics and on-water practice so novices and experienced paddlers can both progress.
Group paddles across Onset Bay
The program combines instruction with shared paddles around Onset Bay, offering a chance to explore local waters in a social, supportive setting.
What the day feels like
What the three-week series feels like
Across three Wednesday evenings, instructors lead a compact progression: introductions to gear and basic strokes, technique drills, and guided group paddles on Onset Bay. Sessions are hands-on and social—participants learn practical skills while spending 90 minutes on the water together.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Paddling can be a wet sport—dress accordingly. All paddling equipment is provided by the operator.
Each three-week session costs $60 and meets for 1.5 hours per week in the evening.
Clubs run Wednesday evenings from 5:00–6:30pm in three-week blocks throughout the summer (specific session dates are published by the operator).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When do Adult Paddling Club sessions meet?
The clubs meet Wednesday evenings from 5:00–6:30pm throughout the summer.
How long is each session and how is the program structured?
Each meeting is 1.5 hours long and the program runs as a three-week club that meets once per week.
Do I need prior paddling experience?
No prior experience is necessary; instructors will walk participants through the basics over the three sessions.
What is the cost?
The cost is $60 per three-week session.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. The program is for participants age 18 and older.
Is equipment provided?
All equipment is provided by the operator.
What should I wear?
Paddling can be a wet sport, so dress accordingly.