BUTTE COUNTY
Forebay Aquatic Center; Oroville. Swim in a beautiful outdoor setting or rent kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, hydro bikes or pedal boats. Learn to row, sail, kayak or canoe and take a moonlight paddle tour. Offers youth aquatic camps, outdoor education and birthday party/special event bookings. forebayaquaticcenter.com. 930 Garden Dr. (530)774-7934.
SHASTA COUNTY
Just Kayak More; Redding. Large and active group of dedicated North State kayaking paddlers. Weekly local paddles and events. Offers online resources and group email. justkayakmore.com.
Shasta Paddlers; Redding. Loose-knit group for enthusiasts of kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding and anything else that travels on the water under human power. Weekly social paddles at Whiskeytown Lake. Sacramento River paddles and events throughout the North State. All skill levels and ages welcome. Look up “Shasta Paddlers” Facebook Group for upcoming events.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Lake Siskiyou Beach & Camp; Mount Shasta. Rent a kayak, canoe or pedal boat from the Beach Rental/Splash Zone Hut. Call for pricing on equipment rental. Open April 1-Nov 1. lakesiskiyouresort.com. 4239 W. A. Barr Rd. (888)926-2618.
River Dancers River & Kayak Adventures; Mount Shasta. Adventures offered include white water rafting and kayaking trips. Day outings and overnight multi-day camps. Trained guides help guests discover new ways to enjoy the environment while learning skills on the river. Includes swimming, water-play, learning about wildlife and good food. riverdancers.com. 308 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530)918-8610.