PLEASE DO NOT PAY AT THIS TIME. YOUR REGISTRATION WILL BE CONFIRMED AND INVOICED ONCE WE KNOW THERE ARE ENOUGH REGISTRANTS TO RUN THE COURSE
Become a river canoeist! Learn about the nature of rivers, how to prepare & manage for the challenges of moving water, and what to do when things don't go as planned.
Topics include:
• Safety equipment, flotation and outfitting a canoe
• Managing river hazards
• Advanced strokes & braces
• Entering and exiting eddies
• Ferrying to cross the river
• River reading and group travel
• Rescues and swimming in rapids
• Environmental and access concerns
Our certified instructors deliver the Recreational Canoeing Association of British Columbia’s (RCABC) Tandem Moving Water course on a local island river over a weekend.
All canoeing gear can be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own equipment if you have it. All paddlers require a dry- or wet suit and a helmet, these can be rented in town.
PREREQUISITE – RCABC Lakewater Level 1 (or proof of equivalent). You must be a club member to take a course, you will not be able to register until you have logged into the website.
Please register online now to secure your spot.
Note that dates may change to ensure safe water levels.
Course-specific details will be sent by the instructor one week before the course.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact your instructor Ellie James: elliej6172@gmail.com
