Sea Kayak : Full Immersion I

Sea Kayak : Full Immersion I

Our two and a half day class provides an abundance of information.  You will learn more and absorb a higher number of concepts by focusing on …

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San Juan Islands 4 Day Tour

San Juan Islands 4 Day Tour

Enjoy incredible scenery, kayak camping, great food, and instruction for 4 whole days! Take a vacation and explore an incredible area with our …

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Whitewater Kayak

Safely experience the excitement of whitewater rivers in the Pacific Northwest.
Sea Kayak

Learn to paddle on the sea and beyond from the best coaches in the West!

All SUP Classes

Get you on your feet and paddling with style. Have fun, get fit, and enjoy!
Jantzen Beach

Our flagship location is a great place to buy, rent, learn, sell, and discover!
Ridgefield

Learn, play, and enjoy paddling at a National Wildlife Refuge outside Portland!
Tryon Cove – Lake Oswego

Nestled in the heart of Lake Oswego. Come rent or take a class this summer!
BCU/PNA

Measure your skills against the international standard or get certified!
Private Classes & Tours

Let’s customize an experience for you, a group, the family or corporate group.
Events & Trips

Custom community paddling events and programs are one of our specialties!

All Kids & Teens

Kids love to paddle! We offer kid’s classes, camps, and custom programs.
All Canoe Classes

Let us open up the world of open boats for you. Tandem, solo, rivers and more!
Kid’s Paddle Power Camp

This five-day course for kids 10-14 provides instruction through play in paddling!
Teen Kayaking Camp

This 5 day camp welcomes young paddlers to get connected to life on the river!
Tours

Enjoy the splendor and excitement of exploring the waters of the Northwest!

American Canoe Association

Certifications and training for promoting quality instructors and students.
Paddlesports North America

Certifications and training for international instructors and students.

Offsite Locations

Alder Creek offers many paddling events and programs in nearby communities!
Flatwater Kayak

Learn boat control and perform paddle strokes and maneuvers on calmer waters.
Kayak Fishing

Basic Sit On Top Kayak Fishing Classes are offered every month in the spring and summer.
Kayak Basics

No experience required. Let us introduce you to the joys paddling!

Kayak Foundations

Develop the foundational skills all sea kayakers need to succeed.
Advanced Kayak

Take your skills up a notch. Paddle dynamic water and push beyond the basics!
SUP Basics

No experience required. Let us introduce you to the joys paddling!
SUP Foundations

Develop the foundational skills all stand up paddlers need to succeed.

Advanced SUP

Take your skills up a notch. Paddle dynamic water and push beyond the basics!
Canoe Basics

No experience required. Let us introduce you to the joys paddling!
Canoe Foundations

Develop the foundational skills all canoers need to succeed.

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Rental equipment available at all Alder Creek locations. Click to view rates and availability!

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ABOUT US

 

Welcome to Alder Creek Kayak

Alder Creek Kayak is your source for kayak, canoe and SUP sales, instruction and rentals. We are the premiere paddle sports store and instructional center in Oregon, with two retail stores, and three dedicated rental locations. We have the knowledge, product and world class instructors to serve all of your paddling interests.

Whether you paddle whitewater kayaks, sea kayaks, recreational kayaks, canoes or SUP, Alder Creek has the boats and gear you need, and the classes to elevate your paddling skills.

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Testimonials

Dear Alder Creek, I took part in the Willamette Riverkeepers' paddle today (from Salem to the Wheatland Ferry). Your store kindly supported the very big group with shuttle service. Thanks so much for that! You also "donated" your employee, Ethan, to help out with the whole event. He did a superb job: helpful, thoughtful, safety-conscious, competent, and fun. I am grateful to you, your store, and your staff for making today's paddle a particularly nice one.

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Diane
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We are very, very appreciative of you making this happen, especially in such short notice. You’ve all been so helpful and patient with our family over the past three years. Your team always makes my disability a non-event... which in turn helps us teach our kiddos life on the water.

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Isabelle
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Thank you all, for the loan of kayaks once again. We broke records this year – most boats! There were a couple of obstacles that made for a more challenging route. Everyone came out smiling, though! Thanks again!

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Tualatin Riverkeepers
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Lessons with Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe last month were an amazing value and super friendly staff! Definitely want to team up with them at an event in the future!

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Lorie
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It was a great Basic Skills Kayak class and we learned a lot. Nolan did a fabulous job and was so patient with us. We certainly will take another class.

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Susan O. & Rex G.
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Thanks for taking the time with me. You always offer such a great education piece on all my questions.

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Patti
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