Paddle enthusiasts wanted!
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is currently recruiting Volunteer Canoe Guides for the 2018 paddling season. Perfect your canoe skills and learn natural history. Guides will lead and assist four hour canoe trips on Maryland’s longest river, the Patuxent. Trips include gathering all equipment, completing float plan & checklist, welcoming and orienting participants, fitting PFD’s, demonstrating proper paddling techniques, coordinating and assisting canoe launches, and having fun.
Please join us for training on Saturday April 28 10-4 pm. New and returning canoe volunteers must attend canoe training before leading trips. Participants must commit to lead at least three canoe trips. Paddling experience required. Ages 18 and older. Please dress accordingly to enter the water for wet exits and rescue demonstrations. Closed toed shoes required. Bring a lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, and extra set of dry clothes. Rain date May 5. FREE. Registration required: Please call 410-741-9330 or e-mail Debra Gage at rpgage00@aacounty.org  The Canoe & Kayak registration form can be downloaded at www.jugbay.org.