Our “Geaux Paddle” recreation program is offering paddling opportunities for kids ages 10-14 on Bayou Teche this summer. The goal of Geaux Paddle is to get kids who have never paddled before comfortable with paddling and then out enjoying Bayou Teche, the first National Water Trail in Louisiana! This program will happen over two days, with the first day including safety, instruction and an experiment on water testing led by water-quality expert Trent Haines. The second day will include paddling with Margaret and Jeff Simon and a Chihuly-inspired art project with local artist Marla Kristicevich made from recycled trash found on the bayou. All activities take place at our official dock in New Iberia. The paddle portion will also teach about wood duck boxes and the importance of providing safe nest sites for reproduction; education on flora and fauna and the importance of native plants; and trash pickup. See the full schedule below.
This program is being offered as the result of a Healthy Communities Grant from Keep Louisiana Beautiful. The two-day workshop is free to attend, but you must register on Eventbrite in advance. Kayaks/canoes, lifejackets, snacks and drinks will be provided.
Friday, June 9
Paddle Safety, Instruction & Water Quality Experiment
5-7 p.m.
Saturday, June 10
Paddle Trip, Bayou Education & Art Project
8:30 a.m.-noon
ALL ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE AT OUR OFFICIAL DOCK AT 108 DUPERIER AVE. IN NEW IBERIA.
