Lifetime Wave Kayaks are Great Starters!

Lifetime Wave Kayaks are very bouyant, stable and great platforms to learn on.

We live near a tidal cove that is great for our four year old to play in especially at mid tide when the water is about as deep as a wading pool. It's allowed 'B' to become comfortable with the water as we have done water activities like swimming, jumping in waves and even kayaking together.  My kayak has a baby seat that he has used in the past, but his sister is ready to start using that spot, and it was time for 'B' to have his own kayak.

I looked around for a kayak that would help get him started, and even though he is a tall 4 year old, most of the kayaks I looked at were just too big for him.  Then our neighbor brought home the perfect solution for her six year old - the [amazon B004EEF5RQ inline]. We saw how quickly her son took to it and ran out to buy our own.

The [amazon B004EEF5RQ inline] is the perfect learning platform for a novice kayak.  It's extremely bouyant, and can handle a paddler with a passenger no problem. The kayak is very stable and small children seem to be right at home as they learn to maneuver and paddle. It's actually so stable that B has no problem standing on it while it floats, and I can see him using it as a SUP board before the Summer is over!

The Wave will float in less than 6" of water, which makes it perfect for learning kayaking skills in very shallow water.  If your child is not worried about tipping over or falling into deep water while they are learning, they'll be more accepting to being taught and less likely to panic. 'B' found that falling in is pretty fun when the water is shallow!

The most innovative feature of the [amazon B004EEF5RQ inline] is that it is designed to make it as easy as possible to board the kayak from behind. 'B' had no problem getting on from behind without a life jacket and struggled a little when he was wearing one.  He eventually figured out a way to do it easily wearing a life jacket, which sets us free to explore deeper waters.  If he feels comfortable knowing that he can get back on if he falls off, he'll be free to explore and discovery because of his new vehicle.

A boy who's family rented a home next to ours for a weekly rental befriended 'B' for the week so they used the Wave together. He was able to be under way and paddling around within a matter of minutes, and before we knew it they were having adventures together as one paddled and the other jumped off the back of the kayak.

We picked ours up at Dick's sporting goods in Danvers for $99 in early June, but have learned that the price has recently increased to $119.  The package included the paddle, so it's pretty short money for the amount of fun we'll get out of it.  We also found this at amazon for $149, and that includes free shipping if you choose that option.  Check out the Amazon page here: [amazon B004EEF5RQ inline].

This kayak is built from high-density polyethylene plastic, which makes it light enough for my 4 year old to drag, and ensures that it is durable enough to to last through my next child using it to learn on.

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Music Together - Tuesday in Marblehead

Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® of Salem classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45...
10:00 am to 10:45 am

Guided Tour | When Granite Was King!

Find out the story behind the history of granite quarrying at Halibut Point State Park in Rockport, Massachusetts!
Halibut Point State Park is also a granite quarry with a history that goes back billions of years! Over one hundred years ago, the Rockport Granite Company quarried granite stone here.
11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Wednesday, January 29

Music Together - Wednesday

Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45 minutes...
9:30 am to 11:15 am

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Winterfest is a 5 day family celebration in the heart of downtown Amesbury Massachusetts!
For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...
10:00 am to 9:00 pm

Dungeons & Dragons Club at Essex Library

The Essex Massachusetts Library hosts a Dungeons and Dragons club for local kids.
Enjoy a the role playing game Dungeons and Dragons on Mondays, 5:30-7pm with Student Dungeon Master, Gus Hall. Spaces are limited, register early!
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Thursday, January 30

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Winterfest is a 5 day family celebration in the heart of downtown Amesbury Massachusetts!
For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...
10:00 am to 9:00 pm

LEGO Club at Danvers Library

LEGO club at Danvers Library Massachusetts
Peabody Institute Library - Danvers invites kids to an afternoon of building and fun! Activities will include free build, themes and instructional design. All structures will remain on display in the Children’s Room till the following weeks's session
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Friday, January 31

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Winterfest is a 5 day family celebration in the heart of downtown Amesbury Massachusetts!
For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...
10:00 am to 9:00 pm

Music Together - Friday

Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45 minutes...
10:30 am to 11:15 am

Kidleidoscope at Breakheart Reservation

Kidleidoscope is a program designed for preschoolers at Bradley Palmer State Park
Come join our park interpreter for a story time and nature walk! Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately 1 mile, though not accessible for strollers. Appropriate for families with children 3-5 years old. Meet at the Visitor Center.
10:30 am to 11:30 am

Drop-In Family LEGO at HWPL

Wednesdays are LEGO Build Days at the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library
Put your imagination and building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

Saturday, February 1

Ice Cream Breakfast Fundraiser | Cherry Farm

Eat ice cream for breakfast at Cherry Farm in Danvers Massachusetts to raise funds for a local charity!
It’s the most WONDERFUL day of the year! It’s Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! Celebrate our 'Sweet 16' in person at Cherry Farm Creamery on Saturday, February 1st. We will open early that day at 8am.
8:00 am to 12:00 pm