July 25th 10:30 am Paddleboarding in Biidaasige Park

Join Don't Mess With the Don for our Paddleboarding program in Biidaasige Park

Who's it for

• Ages 12+
• Physically fit participants - are you able to paddle for 1.5 hours on a hot day?

Where - ✨ New Location ✨

• Our new container at Biidaasige park on the south side of the new Don River
• On your first visit please allot extra time to find the new location

What to Bring

• A second pair of shoes that can get wet, e.g. water shoes, sandals, old running shoes 👍 avoid wearing your dry pair on the water, flip flops or slide sandals 👎
• A water bottle — we recommend carrying at least 750 ml on hot days 💧
• Clothes that can get wet — quick dry / synthetic clothing is ideal. Avoid cotton clothing & jeans 🌊👚
• Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat (wide brim is great on hot, sunny days) 🧢😎

All other belongings can be left in our containers during the paddle — i.e. keys, wallet, phone, bag, etc.

For any questions or concerns please reach out to us here.

Like every DMWTD program this is free but please read our sign-up policy here.

This event is very popular and fills up fast. If no spots are left, check back later – there are often last-minute cancellations.

Getting There

🚗 Biidaasige Park can be reached by TTC via the 114 Queens Quay east bus from Union station.

🚌 There is a public parking lot on the north side of Commissioners street across from Biidaasige park here.

🚶From the north side of Biidaasige park by Commissioners street, take the path to the river, cross the two bridges, head east then up the stairs to the paved path. The container is at the east end of the paved path.

See the map below for a visual of these directions.

Weather

Kayaking is a weather-dependant activity. In case of cancellation, we will notify participants at the latest by 8 am the morning of by email. Please watch your email for updated before coming.

Cancellation

If you must cancel, please let us know ASAP as there are others wanting to reserve a spot. We require a cancellation notice of at least 48 hour notice prior to the event. Those that do not provide adequate notice or are "no-shows" will have restricted access to future DMWTD events.

Like every DMWTD program kayaking is free to all. If you are inspired to make a charitable donation to keep us thriving please visit this link.