{"title":"TRAK Gatherings","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"trak-camp-adk","title":"Adirondacks - TRAK Skills Camp: September 11 - 14, 2026","description":"\u003c!-- intro --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #13c0d7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Focus on Skills Training \/ Ideal for Beginners \u0026amp; New TRAK Owners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAdirondack Mtns, NY, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember 11 - 14, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Days, 3 Nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBeginners \u0026amp; Intermediate Paddlers \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccommodations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tent Camping with Breakfast, Lunch \u0026amp; Dinner Provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to level up your paddling skills in a non-intimidating environment? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe invite paddlers of all experience levels to our immersive skills progression camp in the Adirondack mountains of upstate New York. This trip is designed to empower new paddlers (and new TRAK owners) to gain confidence in all things kayaking - from paddle strokes to rescues to camp craft, and beyond.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis will be an adventurous yet relaxing trip led by professional instructors and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTRAK Pilots who prepare fresh and filling breakfasts, lunches and dinners.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLocated in section 2 of the 740 mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail, this remote wilderness area is rich in wildlife and incredibly beautiful.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect to level up your paddling and bushcraft skills while exploring a seemingly endless network of rivers and lakes to reaching rustic campsites only accessible by water - complete with hiking trails and gorgeous views!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c!-- intro --\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mapouter\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmap_canvas\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d14128.716339273189!2d-74.27876509078291!3d44.259688652375466!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4ccb171f816a9b29%3A0xb51453acd4bf337f!2sMiddle+Saranac+Lake!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1561150431635!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- map --\u003e\u003c!-- itinerary --\u003e\u003c!-- itinerary --\u003e\u003c!-- guide --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet Your Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"guide-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"guide-box cols\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeff Berner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHey! I'm Jeff. I've been kayaking for over 20 years and paddling with a TRAK kayak for about 10. I've taught classes in flat water, multi-day\/week outings and white water. As a photographer I enjoy having the TRAK and the accessibility it provides on any road trip, and I was also a member of the TRAK 20\/20 team, and played a key role in developing the TRAK 2.0. This will be my 5th year leading the TRAK ADK Camp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"guide-box cols\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/trakkayaks-tours-jeff-b_large.jpg?v=1561061820\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TRAK Kayaks","offers":[{"title":"Bring Your Own TRAK","offer_id":29141014249565,"sku":"","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Camp + TRAK Rental ($300)","offer_id":29141014282333,"sku":"","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/ADK3.png?v=1759437479"},{"product_id":"trak-owners-gathering-saysutshun","title":"Saysutshun, Vancouver Island: TRAK Symposium - 20th Anniversary Edition","description":"\u003c!-- intro --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #13c0d7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner to Advanced Paddlers Welcome \/ High Focus on Skills Training \/ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional TRAK Kayak Add-On (for friends or family to join)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003eGulf Islands, West Coast of Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration: \u003c\/strong\u003e4 Days, 3 Nights\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(\u003cem\u003eOptional\u003c\/em\u003e 3 Day, 2 Night Extension to DeCourcy Island Group)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDates: \u003c\/strong\u003eSeptember 18 - 21, 2026 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll ages and abilities are welcome!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/canva.link\/aud7d7qwggc6zru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026 Full Program Package (link)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLed by TRAK Pilots, professional sea kayak instructors, and the HQ team, we invite you to join us for this symposium-style event. We will make use of the beautiful group camping and group cooking facilities on Saysutshun (Newcastle) Island, easily accessible from the Nanaimo harbour. There are bathroom and shower facilities present, as well as several other amenities nearby. With all meals provided, this will be a very comfortable camping experience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSkills training topics include beginner to advanced paddling techniques, rescues, rolling, tides \u0026amp; currents, on-water navigation, and mastery of the TRAK 2.0 itself. TRAK Pilots and guest presenters always bring a wide spectrum of expertise, with programming planned for both novice and experienced paddlers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe look forward to strengthening our communal ties and forging friendships that inspire future expeditions and simple trips! In addition to fresh meals, there will be opportunities to learn about local Indigenous history and culture, plus some festive entertainment to enjoy in the evenings after dinner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is an optional multi-day tour to DeCourcy Island at the end of the Gathering, which will take place from September 21st-23rd. The conclusion of this Gathering is also a perfect launchpad to other adventures on Vancouver Island.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAGuq_wwpJY\/ENPDfxbOcHNA6rbEuYXcsw\/view?utm_content=DAGuq_wwpJY\u0026amp;utm_campaign=designshare\u0026amp;utm_medium=link2\u0026amp;utm_source=uniquelinks\u0026amp;utlId=hd09e97dfbd\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView the Full Program here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- intro --\u003e\u003c!-- intro --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmap_canvas\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d29508.756453105296!2d-123.95873988006666!3d49.1772178124856!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x5488a172e64a694d%3A0xe5a502fb67e729cd!2sSaysutshun%20(Newcastle%20Island)%20Marine%20Provincial%20Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1704419690609!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border: 0;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"gmap_canvas\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mapouter\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mapouter\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- map --\u003eMeet Your Instructors\u003c!-- itinerary --\u003e\u003c!-- itinerary --\u003e\u003c!-- itinerary --\u003e\u003c!-- included --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/hans_profile.png?v=1780504990\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHans Trupp - Program Director, Seamanship Lead\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHans brings decades of maritime experience with both large and small craft - from sea kayaks to ocean going cruisers. As TRAK's Director of Development, Hans is a firm believer in teaching and practicing proven methods for navigation, route planning, and overall seamanship. From map \u0026amp; compass work, to predicting tides, currents, and weather, to risk management on the water, Hans bring the expertise - and the humour - to break down complex concepts into achievable and empowering workshops that boost your confidence and excitement for exploration by water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/robert_nissenbaum_profile.png?v=1780504679\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRobert Nissenbaum -  ACA Sea Kayak Instructor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert is an avid paddler and international sea kayak instructor who serves as the ACA Director for Washington State. Robert is passionate about imparting the concept of connection: Connection to the water, to the kayak. In his words:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"It's immersive. We aren't trying to move through the water. We are trying to move within it. The goal being to work with the wind, current, waves through the feedback we receive from the kayak and what we get from our senses (sound, sight, feel) to not fight conditions and force our way. It's about taking that feedback and using our bodies to control the kayak to be in sync with the sea. The paddle, whether euro, wing, or Greenland, is secondary.\"  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect to enhance your connection to your kayak through Robert's straightforward paddling and cockpit outfitting pro-tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/lori_profile.png?v=1780505468\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLori McCarthy - Flavours \u0026amp; Flexibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLori is a proud urban paddler who helps others find freedom on the water through local day trips and remote overnight expeditions. From closet to hatchback to launch point, Lori demonstrates the epitome of compact travel - without leaving her essential comforts or favourite flavours behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know that meal planning can be a daunting part of trip planning. This is why Lori is excited to share some of her user-friendly and low-cost systems for meal planning, preparation, and packing. Lori’s goal is to make it easier for you to plan and execute multi-day expeditions, both solo and with friends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"251\" width=\"251\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/rodolfo_profile.png?v=1780508321\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRodolfo Vivanco - TRAK Mastery \u0026amp; Rolling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRodolfo is a sound engineer by trade but is a true explorer at his core. When not paddling his TRAK in the Pacific Northwest, Rodolfo resides in the Patagonia region, guiding and instructing sea kayaking in this glacier-filled paddling region. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRodolfo brings a calm, steady, and humorous attitude to instruction that resonates with new and veteran TRAK paddlers alike. Rodolfo is passionate about helping other paddlers 'find their roll' and looks forward to providing individualized support to participants at this year's symposium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/patrick_profile.png?v=1780505157\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePatrick Do - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eACA Sea Kayak Instructor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatrick is all about empowerment, enabling others to feel what he feels out there: flow, confidence, fun. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile Patrick brings a strong background in whitewater paddling, he also brings a deep appreciation for expedition paddling in far flung regions of the globe. Expect to receive pro-tips on intermediate to advanced paddling techniques that keep you upright and in control amidst rough waters: tuning strokes, braces, and edging to tackle more aggressive conditions with confidence and style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/eliet_profile.png?v=1780507807\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEliet Aguilar Valderrama - Camp Boss \u0026amp; Expedition Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliet hails from the edge of the Atacama, but now calls Patagonia her home. Based out of Puerto Natales, Eliet spends half of her year guiding clients from all over the world in Chile before spending the (Northern!) summer on Vancouver Island. Eliet serves as our \"camp boss\" and lead chef for the Symposium. She is also a lead guide for the optional DeCourcey Group Expedition extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the water, Eliet maintains a calm demeanour that is contagious and reassuring. A fan of big water and large swells, she likes that her TRAK 2.0 can take her into and out of whatever conditions she wants! Traveling between hemispheres is no joke, either, and so the portability of the TRAK enables her to live her lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/necky_dave_profile.png?v=1780512067\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e'Necky Dave' Vanderveen - TRAK Mastery \u0026amp; Expedition Outfitting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDave has an extensive history in the kayak industry ranging over 35 years going back to his early days at the Necky Kayaks factory where he found his passion for kayaking which has included touring, whitewater, surf and racing. Fast forward to the present and he is a well respected paddlesports sales rep in Western Canada for an array of reputable brands, including TRAK Kayaks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDave keeps his life lean and mobile, based largely out of his Overlanding rig. Dave had developed brilliant systems for multi-day expedition packing for the TRAK kayak and looks forward to sharing these best practices with participants who want to go further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/4021\/files\/caleb_profile.png?v=1780505963\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCaleb McIntyre - TRAK's Chief Paddling Officer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaleb is a seasoned outdoor educator and international guide who lives for outdoor exploration. As a core member of the TRAK HQ team, Caleb has the privilege of meeting and learning from TRAK owners and partners while supporting international TRAK expeditions in all seven continents. Caleb recently had the chance to put a fleet of TRAK 2.0s to the test during a 16 day human powered coast-to-coast expedition across Nicaragua. He will be joining us this year to share some stories and best practices for international travel with a TRAK kayak. 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