Loves soul surfing at local waves and paddling amongst cliffs and rocks.

Amber has been drawn to the water and outdoors from an early age. She loves discovering beautiful places and sharing that experience with others. Her passion and enthusiasm for kayaking is evident when meeting her. A recent graduate from Laurentian University in Outdoor Leadership Amber now works as a Lead Instructor and Paddle Centre Manager for Blue Dog Kayaking the country’s number one provider of Paddle Canada Sea Kayaking programs. She holds Paddle Canada Level 4 skills and is a Paddle Canada Level 3 skills Instructor. Amber is a great inspiration for all female paddlers who want to progress in the world of Sea Kayaking Instruction

Christopher the driving force behind the Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak Symposium. It was his vision to have an event run in Nova Scotia to bring paddlers from all over the world to paddle this wonderful area. The Bay of Fundy is his home and it brings him joy to see other enjoying this area of the world. He has been paddling since the early nineties in locations as far away as the UK, New Zealand, Iceland, Norway as well as countless places in North America. A graduate of Acadia University with a degree in Recreation Management, Chris is currently the owner of Committed to the Core Sea Kayak Coaching. www.committed2thecore.com His passion is getting people out onto the sea and using the conditions and natural environment for them to reach their potential and personal goals. He is the only British Canoe Level 5 Coach in Canada and is a Paddle Canada Level 4 Instructor and senior Instructor Trainer. Sponsors: “P&H Pro sea kayak team member”, “Kokatat Watersports and “Lendal team paddler”.

After being born and raised in rural Nova Scotia, it is no surprise that Daniel has an attraction to the outdoors. He first paddled his uncle’s kayak at around the age of ten and fell in love with the freedom and speed that the craft provided. In 2012 he purchased his first kayak and hasn’t stopped paddling since. “I am fortunate to be living in Nova Scotia, Canada’s Ocean Playground, which accommodates the worlds highest recorded tidal range. The Shubenacadie River is practically in my back yard and is one of my favourite places to paddle.” Enjoying the diversity of sea kayaking and the seemingly endless adventures that can be pursued, Daniel is dedicated to promoting the sport to others and sharing the experiences. Daniel is a member of TeamCore coaching staff coaching for Committed2theCore Sea Kayak Coaching based in Atlantic Canada.

Dwight’s love of the outdoors began growing up in rural in Maine and working in state park system as a teenager. Following that interest in the outdoors, Dwight became a wildlife biologist where he worked across Canada and Coastal Maine. In the early 2000’s a switch in careers from biology to technology brought Dwight to Nova Scotia, where his enthusiasm for sea kayaking began. Dwight has been with Committed to the Core Sea Kayak Coaching since 2016 where he leads Paddle Canada Level 1 and 2 programs, in addition to kayak rolling, surfing, rockhopping, navigation and rough water programs. Dwight’s passion is instruction and fostering confidence in new paddlers and enabling experienced paddlers to further their skills. BOFSKS 2023 will be Dwight’s fourth Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak Symposium and he looks forward to sharing some of Nova Scotia’s amazing paddling opportunities with you.

With 25 years of instructing and coaching experience I am forever excited as each new paddling season approaches and gets underway. I hold Paddle Canada Instructor-Trainer certifications for Sea Kayaking, Canoeing and SUP as well as a keen interest in Strength Training & Conditioning as it relates to paddling. My interests extend into assisting all levels of paddlers achieve their person best in terms skill development and performance on the water – salted or unsalted waters. With appreciation and enthusiasm I have had the privilege to instruct and coach across Canada with several well renowned paddling schools and awesome fellow instructors. I hope to share my experience with all prospective paddling students and look forward to seeing everyone at BOFSKS 2023!

Matt DeLong is passionate about introducing people to Nova Scotia’s beautiful and diverse coastline. He strives to deliver training appropriate to individuals abilities and goals in a safe, fun environment.

I started paddling kayaks in 1992 and initially paddled only white water, in 2004 I started paddling sea kayaks and decided teaching and guiding would be a good way of staying out of trouble when I retired.  I now hold Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills, Level 1 Sea Kayak Instructor and Rolling Instructor,  British Canoe Union Sea Kayak 4* Leader Award and Coastal Navigation Certificate, and Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid. I have come to prefer sea kayaking to white water, because of the variety of facets: gentle touring in flat calm; multi-day trips; coping with big waves on tidal races; and surfing

Although born and raised in Nova Scotia, I was introduced to kayaking years ago on the Ottawa River. Now back home and in love with the ocean, my goal is to share with other paddlers the excitement and challenges that are possible in our incredible and diverse coastal playground! I look forward to working with you. Sea you on the water!

Steven started paddling later in life, and has progressed quickly in the sport. His positive outlook on life and joking personality makes him a welcome member of any group on or off the water. He works as a carpenter and is not afraid of hard work. He’s also a member of the Committed 2 the Core Sea Kayak coaching long-term student programs and has put a great deal into his own personal paddling development. Over the past six years Steven has achieved his Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills, Level 2 Kayak Instructors and Intermediate white water Certificates. He’s been a volunteer coach for the last two Shelburne Kayak Festivals. He enjoys working with new paddlers and old friends, while working towards is personal kayaking goals. Steven doesn’t believe in bad days on or off the water, and always has a positive outlook on life.