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Stand up paddle boarders with dogs on Slide Lake

Slide Lake Paddle Sports Symposium — June 20, 2026

12th March 2026 / 2 minutes

Saturday, June 20, 2026 — 9:00 am to 1:30 pm
Atherton Creek Boat Ramp, Slide Lake
FREE · Open to All · Family Friendly

Join Rendezvous River Sports for our annual Paddle Sports Symposium at Slide Lake — a free community paddle day celebrating National Get Out Paddling Day. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or stepping into a kayak for the first time, this is your chance to get on the water with expert instruction and the best gear in the valley.

What to Expect

Try the latest recreational, touring, and fishing kayaks along with stand up paddle boards from top brands including Old Town, Starboard, Wilderness Systems, SOL, Hala, Jackson Kayak, Ocean Kayak, and more. Our staff will be on hand all morning to help you find the right boat or board, dial in your fit, and work on paddling technique and water safety.

On-Water Demos & Instruction

This isn’t a boat show — it’s a paddle day. Every demo boat goes in the water. Our ACA-certified instructors will guide you through strokes, bracing, edging, and rescue techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment. Beginners are especially welcome. We’ll have gear sized for kids, too.

About Slide Lake

Slide Lake sits in the Gros Ventre River valley about 40 minutes north of Jackson, inside the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The Atherton Creek boat ramp offers easy lake access with stunning views of the Gros Ventre Range. The lake was formed by a massive landslide in 1925 and remains one of the most scenic and accessible alpine paddling destinations in the region.

Details

  • Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
  • Location: Atherton Creek Boat Ramp, Slide Lake (Gros Ventre Road)
  • Cost: Free
  • What to bring: Water shoes or sandals with straps, sunscreen, water bottle, towel, and layers. We provide all paddling gear and PFDs.

No registration required — just show up and paddle. For questions, call us at (307) 733-2471 or stop by the shop at 945 W Broadway in Jackson.

Rendezvous River Sports is a permittee of the Bridger-Teton National Forest and has been Jackson Hole’s paddle sports outfitter since 1995.