Ever wanted to explore the many rivers, lakes, and coastal areas that Texas has to offer? There is no better way than in a kayak. Interested in taking a week long

camping kayak trip along a beautiful coast? Want to learn about the rivers and lakes to explore just minutes from Downtown Houston? Ever wanted to try running a whitewater river? Join us for Kayaking 101 and learn everything you need to know about this fantastic way to get outside!

We will review the basics of kayaking, great places to kayak, and all the equipment you need including in-store demonstrations of kayaks and kayaking gear.

Special Guest Speaker Ben Kvanli will be joining us this evening! You are in for a treat. Ben is an Olympic kayaker who won in the 1996 games and one of the best kayaking teachers around. He is making a special trip to Houston to join us for the evening and then to also host lessons on Saturday and Sunday.

Speaker: Kelly Howard. Kelly Howard has helped people connect to each other over activities and exciting adventures in and around the Houston area for the past 14 years! As the owner of Bayou City Outdoors, Kelly loves to introduce Houstonians to fitness in fun and simple ways.

7:00 PM Class; 8:00 PM Gear demonstrations. REI, 7538 Westheimer Rd. at Hillcroft, Houston, TX 77063 (you will find us in the back of the store in the warehouse area) Details and RSVP at http://www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567