Outdoor Adventure

The BREC Outdoor Adventure department is dedicated to promoting an active, outdoor lifestyle to all citizens of East Baton Rouge Parish by providing recreational opportunities that revolve around the outdoors. We offer programs for paddling, biking, running, and archery fanatics. Our offerings introduce and instruct participants in outdoor sports and help them advance through progressive skill levels.

Plus, we promote environmental awareness and ethical practices in all our outdoor and nature-based activities. BREC's Outdoor Adventure team is committed to providing opportunities for adventure here in East Baton Rouge Parish and beyond!

 Paddle Sports

• Kayaking 101 - No experience is required to register for this paddling experience! Basic instruction in a pond or lake. Water is shallow but murky. This level also includes instruction for getting in and out of the vessel along different shorelines. All classes take place at BREC lakes & ponds
• Paddle Away - This paddling experience that requires some experience to participate. Minimal advanced-level instruction provided. Gives participants more experience in various bodies of water (bayous, rivers, etc.). Classes may take place at a location outside of East Baton Rouge Parish.
• Sunset Paddle - Join us for a relaxing paddle experience! This program is for adventurers with some experience as instruction is not provided. These sessions take place at Milford Wampold Memorial Park located at the LSU Lakes. Sessions are typically offered once a month from March to September. 
• Kayaks + Coffee - Start your morning with more than the average cup of Joe by joining us for this special morning paddling program. 
• Kayaking 101 -  A kayaking class for beginner to intermediate adventurers. Learn and review basic kayak handling strokes, techniques and maneuvering skills to become a master on the water.

Lakes + Blueways Locations:

Bayou Fountain + Bayou Manchac at Highland Road Community Park

14024 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Milford Wampold Memorial Park

901 Stanford Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Greenwood Community Park

13350 Hwy. 19
Baton Rouge, LA 70714

Running + Mountain Biking Trails

Whether you love to run on your own two feet or prefer to ride on wheels, we have you covered! You can adventure yourself or join us for one of our upcoming races! Check out the calendar of events today to sign up.

Trail Locations:

Comite River/Kerry Stamey Trails

8900 Hooper Road Baton Rouge, LA 70818
Click here for a map of this trail.

Hooper Road/Sharon Hills Bike Trails

6261 Guynell Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70811
Click here for a map of this trail.

Archery 

• Archery Academy - This program is ideal if you have no prior experience and want to learn the basics. Participants will learn parts of the bow and the rules of the range in addition to plenty of practical instruction and practice. The course meets once a week for a 5-6 week session. No equipment is required as all equipment is provided.
• Archery 101 & 101 Jr. - Want to explore archery? Then join us for this one-time introductory class to learn archery skills. Come enjoy the fun of shooting a bow and arrow and let us help
  you get on target! 101 is for ages 16 and up only & 101 Jr. is for ages 8-15 only. BREC will provide all equipment necessary.

Archery Ranges Locations:

This archery range includes a practice range and field range. Target butts are available on-site for daily public use. While there are no equipment rentals available on-site, most sporting goods stores carry archery gear. Participation is free to the public.

Claycut Bayou Park

6998 Antioch Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70817

Plank Road Park

19550 Plank Road
Zachary, LA 70791

Registration

You can register for Outdoor Adventure programs on the online portal. Please begin the online registration process at least 24 hours before the start of the program to ensure successful enrollment.

Upcoming Events

BREC's Outdoor Adventure department offers a variety of monthly programs and events in Baton Rouge for paddle sports, running, mountain biking and more. Join us for a breath of fresh air!

Check out the calendar below for a full listing and description of our upcoming programs.