CEDA Purchases New Kayaks for 2009

Kayaks have recently become an integral part of Camp Eastman’s waterfront program. The one man boats have become so popular that the two previously purchased by CEDA are not enough to keep up with the number of scouts wanting to use them.
In 2009, through a combination of grants and donated funds, CEDA has raised the $3,100 necessary to purchase four new kayaks and equipment. The new recreational kayaks were purchased from Confluence Watersports of Easley, South Carolina and are Prodogy 12.0 models, manufactured by the perception© kayak company (www.perceptionkayaks.com). They are just over 12 feet long, support up to 350 pounds, and include a waterproof storage compartment. The purchase also included paddles and personal flotation devices. The boats and equipment will be delivered in time for the 2009 summer camp season.
The CEDA Board also recently approved funding for maintenance on the Hobie Cat sailboat, which included a new mast float, a sail bag, and repair of one of the boats pontoons. Mark Porth of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa is generously donating his time and skills to effect repairs on the sailboat.