Thinking of trying water sports this summer? Well, the Sacramento area is home to lakes, rivers and pools of water to enjoy all kinds of boating, rowing and kayaking.<\/p>\n
The Sacramento Bee did the research and found clubs, equipment rentals, classes and suggestions for where to head for beginner water sports.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s what to know:<\/p>\n
What are popular water sports?<\/p>\n
Water sports can involve gear from canoes to boards to water skis. Here are some water sports popular in and around Sacramento.<\/p>\n
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A man kayaks on a mid-90s summer day on the American River in Sacramento\u2019s Tiscornia Park. Kayaking is a common water sport. Sara Nevis Sacramento Bee file Where in the Sacramento area can you enjoy water sports?<\/p>\n
If you are looking for safe spots that are good for beginners, these locations are worth checking out, according to Yelp<\/a>.<\/p>\n Water sports clubs and classes in the Sacramento area<\/p>\n Sacramento\u2019s access to natural rivers and lakes has led to the creation of several clubs for water sport lovers. Here are some clubs and classes where you can meet like-minded people:<\/p>\n Clubs:Classes:Where can you rent water sport equipment?<\/p>\n If you want to test out a sport without committing to purchasing equipment you\u2019re in luck. There are several places which rent equipment. Here is just a sample of options:<\/p>\n Sacramento State Aquatic Center<\/a><\/p>\n Rental options: Stand-up paddle board, canoe, boat, kayak<\/p>\n Address: 1901 Hazel Ave., Gold River<\/p>\n American River Raft Rentals<\/a><\/p>\n Rental options: Raft, Tube, Kayak, and Paddle Board<\/p>\n Address: 11257 South Bridge St., Rancho Cordova<\/p>\n Sacramento State Peak Adventures<\/a><\/p>\n Rental options: Stand up paddleboard, inflatable tube, inflatable platform<\/p>\n Address: 6000 J Street, Sacramento<\/p>\n Nor Cal Extreme Rentals<\/a><\/p>\n Rental options: Pontoon boats, jet skis, open-bow boats, ocean kayaks, fishing kayaks, stand up paddleboards.<\/p>\n Address: 5406 Crossings Dr. #391, Rocklin<\/p>\n Some outfitter companies and online stores also offer equipment rentals. Depending on the rental equipment and rental company, there may be age restrictions, safety instruction on-site or a requirement to show proof of a California Boater Card<\/a>.<\/p>\n Loading\u2026<\/p>\n Related Stories from Sacramento Bee<\/p>\n