BEMIDJI, Minn. —  Bemidji State University’s Outdoor Program Center (OPC) will hold a kayak safety course on Monday, Nov. 10, in the swimming pool of the Gillett Recreation and Fitness Center on the Bemidji State campus.

The session will be held from 7-10 p.m.

The kayak safety course is necessary to rent a kayak from the OPC. It is aimed at those who have never kayaked before and those who want basic safety instruction. Instructors will cover capsizing and self-rescue techniques.

Attendees should bring a swimsuit and towel, and nose plugs and goggles are recommended. The OPC will provide kayaks. Pre-registration is required. The class costs $15 for students and $25 for others, and payment is required at registration. 

For more information about the OPC, call (218) 755-2999 or visit its web site at http://www.bemidjistate.edu/students/opc.

FOR YOUR CALENDAR
Nov. 10 – 7-10 p.m. – Bemidji State University Outdoor Programming Center kayak safety course. Location: Gillett Recreation & Fitness Center pool; Bemidji State campus. Cost: $15 for students, $25 for others; payment required at registration. Information: (218) 755-2999; advance registration required.