Learn to Paddleboard

Curious about paddleboarding but don’t know where to start? This beginner-friendly session is designed to help you feel confident, safe, and comfortable on the water. No experience required.

We’ll cover:

• Paddleboarding basics including gear, stance, and safety
• How to fall off and how to get back on with ease (falling off is the easiest skill to master)
• Progressions from sitting to kneeling to standing
• Tips for balance, paddling technique, and staying relaxed on the board

Whether you’re nervous or have simply never had the chance to try, this is your invitation to experience paddleboarding in a supportive, low-pressure environment.

We will launch directly from Umbagog Lake State Park in Errol, New Hampshire. Umbagog Lake is large and open, but the launch area and nearby shoreline offer calm conditions that work well for beginners, especially in the morning when winds are light and boat traffic is minimal.

The lake is known for its wild feel and undeveloped shoreline, with broad views, quiet coves, and clear northern water. Wildlife sightings are common, including loons, mergansers, bald eagles, and osprey overhead. Moose and deer are often seen along the shoreline, and the surrounding landscape feels remote and spacious compared to more developed lakes.

Umbagog Lake State Park sits along the New Hampshire–Maine border and borders the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge, offering a paddle experience that feels expansive, natural, and deeply connected to the surrounding wilderness.

More Information:

• https://www.nhstateparks.org/find-parks-trails/umbagog-lake-state-park
• Umbagog Lake Distinct Landmarks Flyer