$35/person for WRPC members. $125/person for non-members.

Designed to emphasize safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition as a beginner or refresher course for kayakers (traditional decked kayaks, inflatables and site-on-tops), canoers and SUPers. Rowers are welcome and will be able to practice wet exits, re-entry and inflatable PFD use, however this course will not cover rowing maneuvers. 

Topics the course will cover:

· Preparing to Depart: conditions, hazards, judgment, equipment, warm up, boat transportation, safety equipment, boat inspection

· Maneuvers: boat entry, paddle strokes, playing games to have fun with strokes and skills, practicing maneuvering the kayak or craft

· Technical Knowledge: reviewing equipment, terminology, care of boat, review dangers, how to avoid cold water shock, on-water communication, hydration, communication signals, basic navigational rules, water management techniques, paddling best practices