Kayak Instruction

Introductory Level 1 Kayaking

Theory:

* equipment: types of kayaks, paddles, life jackets, safety equipment,  clothing

* risk assessment

* paddling resources

Skills:

* lifting a kayak

* wet exit

* assisted rescue (basic)

* strokes—forward, sweep & draw

COURSE DATES

1.      Saturday, 18 June 2011, 9 A.M. – 1 P.M.  At White Lake Provincial camp ground.

Courses will be taught by Neil Trouton.  All courses are dependent on weather and water temperature conditions.

Tuesday, 5 July 2011. 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Canoe Beach

Introductory Level 2 Kayaking

Tuesday, 19 July 2011. 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Meet at the Canoe Beach

Theory:

* types of towing systems

* extra equipment needed for a day trip

Skills:

* assisted rescue – other types

* solo rescue

* towing

* refinement of paddle strokes learned in level 1

* edging, low brace

Courses must be prepaid by cheque to SARP.  Non members must include a signed waiver with payment.

Cost: (for level 1 & 2 courses)

$60.00 for members with kayaks, paddles, PDF, etc.

$75.00 for members without kayak and gear

$90.00 for non-members with kayak & gear

$110.00 for non-members without kayak & gear

INTRODUCTION TO TANDEM CANOEING

Saturday, 2 July 2011, 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Meet at the Canoe Beach

Instructor Neil Trouton

Limit of 8 people for 4 canoes