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KAYAK RESCUE CLASS

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Topic: KAYAK RESCUE CLASS
Posted By: clandestine
Subject: KAYAK RESCUE CLASS
Date Posted: 17 Apr 2009 at 11:21am

Come join us in a this 2 day course covers the latest in basic rescue techniques for boaters using a minimal amount of gear. We work on vertical pins, wrapped and broached boats, body and foot entrapments, safe swimming techniques and use of rescue jackets. Certified American Canoe Association instructors teach this course. This class has classroom time and mostly hands on in the water.

  • Prerequisites include a basic ability to swim and familiarity with whitewater kayaking.
  • Required equipment includes wetsuit or drysuit, a USCG approved life jacket, whitewater helmet, booties or tennis shoes, hardshell kayak, spray skirt, and paddle. Students are encouraged to bring their own rescue gear to practice with.
  • Students are encouraged to bring their own personal gear, however Wave Trek Rescue has some gear available for classes—check availability.
  • Course Cost: $200.
  • For custom class in your area, you can call to book a class for your group.


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til' the river



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Posted By: clandestine
Date Posted: 17 Apr 2009 at 11:23am
http://www.wavetrekrescue.com/node/64

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til' the river



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