Special Events, Indoor Pool Sessions

During the winter season, the CPA enjoys access to Indoor Pool Sessions at Fairland Aquatics Center to practice and learn new skills. These are open sessions, not lessons. Members are responsible for bringing their own boat and gear.

Important: Visit the discussion forum for pool-closing dates, updates or to coordinate rolling practice with other paddlers.

Location:

Fairland Aquatics Center

see below

Days: Every Saturday through the winter season.

Hours: 4:00 to 5:50 and 5:50 to 7:45 pm

Fee: $7 per person. Pay at FAC door (pool level).

Dave Biss teaching Yvonne Thayer to roll at an indoor pool session, Maryland. Photo courtesy of Brian Blankinship

Photo courtesy of Brian Blankinship

Reservations: Apply to reserve your space! Space is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. You are confirmed only if you receive a return email or phone call. Reservations will not be accepted more than 2 weeks in advance with only a few exceptions and then for only one week. To ensure a slot, sign up by Thursday afternoon because we release the extra slots to other organizations on Thursday evening.

Reservations

Note: You are confirmed ONLY if a slot is available. You will receive a return email or phone call confirming your reservation. If you do not receive an email or phone call, you DO NOT have a reservation. YOU MUST HAVE A RESERVATION TO BE ADMITTED TO THE POOL. Individuals with reservations take priority in the pool.

Note: If you must reserve by phone, contact Joan Spinner at 301-559-3345. Leave a message with the complete list of information above each time you call. Please only call as a last resort.

Cancellations: Use the form above or call Joan Spinner at 301-559-3345. Pool sessions are very popular. Please be sure to contact Joan if you know you won't be able to make it so that someone else can benefit.

Recommended: Confirm the pool is open (FAC: 301-206-2359).

Required: BOATS MUST BE TOTALLY CLEAN. Boats and gear must be clear of leaves, mud, grass, etc. There is a hose by the door for those who need to use it and a fellow kayaker might have a sponge if you need one.

Directions: Take your best route to I-95 between Baltimore and Washington. Exit at MD-198 West. Turn left at 2nd light, Old Gunpowder Road. The pool will be about a half mile down on the right. Use the patio entrance.

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