The Vermont Paddlers Club hosts a beginner Whitewater clinic every year. This year, the dates are June 7-8th. It is two full days of instruction plus a riverside lunch. They also have boats, PFD's, PAddles, etc if you need to borrow some. The cost is $85.00 for both days. This is a remarkable deal, and an opportunity to give WW boating a try if you are curious. It is for both kayakers and canoeist.

Here is the link if you would like to know more- http://www.vtpaddlers.net/paddle/instruction/clinics/