4.5

Creekside Kayaks at Dragon Boat BC

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Creekside Kayaks at Dragon Boat BC

Overview

4.5

Get onto the water at Vancouver’s most convenient kayak rental location! Just a 5 minute walk from Main Street SkyTrain Station, you’ll take off from our accessible docks in Olympic Village and get to see downtown Vancouver from a whole new angle!

Open daily from mid April to late September, your urban paddling escape and on-water adventures start here. Join us for:

  • Single and Tandem Kayak Rentals
  • Weekly Sunday afternoon Intro to Kayak lessons/guided tours
  • Annual or Summer Kayak Passes
  • Dragon boat private group sessions

Creekside Kayaks is part of Dragon Boat BC's non-profit community paddling activities, helping everyone get on the water. Visit dragonzone.ca/kayak for more info, or book online now at register.dragonboatbc.ca!

Accessibility
  • Accessible parking
AccessibilityAccessible attributes checklist, developed by Destination BC in partnership with Spinal Cord Injury BC
  • Accessible parking
Vision
Overall Space
Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
General
Emergency Plan
Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with cognitive disabilities
System in place for guests to contact a staff member for help if required
Service Dogs
Staff have been trained on guide and service dog policies
Business has a dog relief area on site
High Speed Internet Service
Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Hearing
Overall Space
Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Mobility
Parking
Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
Space specifically marked with a van-accessible sign, at minimum 4.7 metres wide, large enough to accommodate a vehicle with a side lift/ramp
Activities & Transportation
Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
Information displays (if applicable) at a lower height
Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Entrance
Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
One or more entry points are automated
Lobby or Reception Area
Lowered counter at the reception or ticket desk
Restroom in Public Area
Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Elevator
Multiple floors with an elevator that is large enough for a 180-degree turn with a mobility device (minimum turning area of 1,500 mm in diameter)
Cognitive & sensory friendly
Overall Space
Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
Minimal visual clutter and obstacles, with clear central access throughout the space
Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
Restroom in Public Area
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Signs & Navigation
Directional signs at key decision points, including main entrances, restrooms, lounges, and reception desks
Signs are clear and concise, in large, plain font with good contrast between text and background
Signs include both text and pictures to help indicate the use of different rooms
Signs are well lit
Signs have minimal glare or reflection
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Creekside Kayaks at Dragon Boat BC

Creekside Kayaks at Dragon Boat BC

Get onto the water at Vancouver’s most convenient kayak rental location! Just a 5 minute walk from Main Street SkyTrain Station, you’ll take off from our accessible docks in Olympic Village and get to see downtown Vancouver from a whole new angle! Open daily from mid April to late September, your urban paddling escape and on-water adventures start here. Join us for: * Single and Tandem Kayak Rentals * Weekly Sunday afternoon Intro to Kayak lessons/guided tours * Annual or Summer Kayak Passes * Dragon boat private group sessions Creekside Kayaks is part of Dragon Boat BC's non-profit community paddling activities, helping everyone get on the water. Visit dragonzone.ca/kayak for more info, or book online now at register.dragonboatbc.ca!

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