A record number of people experienced the annual Reno River Festival in 2007, bringing 32,800 attendees and some of the world’s best professional kayakers to downtown Reno and the Truckee River Whitewater Park May 10-13.
Kayaking 101: Different Strokes kayaks owner offers clinc at River Fest
From the right gear to reading the river, get the facts from a pro

Jon Fairchild, owner of Different Strokes Kayaking, offers clinics at Reno River Fest each year. Fairchild, who has been kayaking for nearly 12 years, said the hobby is not always an easy one to start on your own.
Kayak festival and clinics great way to get kids involved
Families take on the Truckee River as a recreational activity

Alec Voorhees, a 10-year-old freckle-faced kid from Boise, Idaho, squints into the sun and reveals he's been kayaking with his family since he was about 6. Intimidating for those who've never been in a kayak. This kid already has four years under his belt, and he can do tricks!