Course size is restricted to 10 students. This course is designed for paddlers interested in learning how to manage river rescue situations. Topics include preparation for and prevention of rescue situations, use and care of safety and rescue equipment, self and group rescue skills and rescue of pinned watercraft. Students must provide PFD's, wetsuits, booties, hoods and gloves for the outing. This course is designed for the individual interested in developing the basic skills required to guide a paddle raft.
Emphasis is on developing paddling skills, reading water, and managing equipment.
If you cannot register because a course is full, come to the first class session. Since first day attendance is mandatory in all of our courses, absentees will create openings.