Bend Kayak School Rentals

Had a free rental. Stop by to pick them up with no hassle and nothing but friendly service!

About to embark on my maiden kayak voyage, I found Bend Kayak School and chose them to rent me an appropriate seafaring vessel. They certainly delivered! A couple quick notes:
1) SUPER friendly staff, though it’s actually the folks at Skjersaa’s Ski Shop that you’ll be dealing with. These guys were kind, helpful, and didn’t laugh at a couple of idiotic things I did that made it crystal clear that I’m the dumbest of noobs. They had us ready to go in no-​time flat.
2) Unfortunately, nowhere did I read that the kayaks we’d be renting would be psychedelic-​patterned sit-​on-​top kayaks. I had just assumed we’d be renting something a bit more enclosed. We got a lot of funny looks and curious criticisms from others on the lake. Maybe they offer the other kinds, but I didn’t know enough to ask.
3) Back to the amazing staff. Our first day of kayaking was sort of a bust b/​c of weather and other obstacles. When we brought the kayaks back, the guy said that they didn’t need them for the next day and that we could have another day of fun free-​of-​charge. It was an incredibly gracious offer that I absolutely appreciate. I wouldn’t go in expecting this type of deal, but it goes to show that they’re good people and dedicated to customer service.
Any future trips to Bend that includes rentals will include stopping by Bend Kayak School and Skjersaa’s Ski Shop. They’re awesome.

It’s so nice to be in the care of a truly patient and thoroughly knowledgeable instructor. Danielle has been extraordinary and my skills and confidence have improved with every lesson. And she keeps it fun despite my whinging! Highly recommended outfit.