06.17.25 Agency Leaders Lake James State Park Kayaking 9:30am-12:30pm

  • Outdoor Kayaking
Lake James State Park, Catawba River Access: 2785 NC-126, Nebo, NC 28761, USA
Jun 17 2025
Participant
  1. Tue9:30 am - 12:30 pm (EST)

Description

**NOTE** This is a special program for agency leaders.This is not a typical open enrollment program. If you are a participant looking for our regular summer programming all of the other links listed are for you! ** Thank you!

 

Program Description:

This outdoor kayaking program is designed specifically for those who lead or work at agencies serving people with disabilities. Let the roles be reversed—this time, you're the participant! Enjoy the fun and serenity of Lake James State Park as Waypoint staff guide you on an inclusive adventure. It's a chance to relax, connect with others in the field, and learn how Waypoint Adventure's programs can complement your agency’s mission. Most participants will be in tandem kayaks, paired with another attendee. No paddling experience is necessary—our highly trained staff will instruct, support, and encourage you as you learn new skills or build on existing ones.

 

Location/Directions: 

Lake James State Park 

Catawba River Access

2785 NC Hwy. #126 Nebo, NC 28761

 

Parking Lot Coordinates: 35.73216029437846, -81.90371644039786

 

Look for green Waypoint signs leading you into the parking lot. We will also have signs from the parking lot pointing you towards the beach!

 

Conditions: Lake James is a beautiful, large, man-made lake. There are many coves along the shoreline to explore. We will limit most wide lake crossings, especially if there are any high winds. The parking lot is large and paved with stairs and a ramp leading down to the lake. Our launch site is a nice sandy beach.

 

Bathrooms: There are accessible bathrooms near the boat launch and parking area.

 

Instructors: Adam Combs, Ryan Carlson, Shelby Hampton, and Theresa Scott

 

Contact Information:

Theresa Scott

email: [email protected]

cell:334-437-4911

 

Shelby Hampton

email: [email protected]

 

What to bring:

  • Water bottle
  • Sandals with a heel strap or sneakers that you don't mind getting wet
  • Sunglasses with a strap
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Snacks 

Class dates

06/17/2025

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 1

Maximum: 16

Registration period

Registration starts on 05/08/2025 and ends on 06/16/2025.

In-person location

Lake James State Park, Catawba River Access: 2785 NC-126, Nebo, NC 28761, USA