Boat-Based Rescue
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Boat-based Rescue (kayak/packraft)
Learn how to use your boat to assist swimmers, protect yourself, and collect gear.
Raft Flip & Recovery
In this course you will learn how to overturn and right a raft, while keeping yourself and your group safe.
Note: There are two versions of this class: Boat-based Rescue for small craft (kayakers/packrafters) and Raft Flip & Recovery for rafters with larger boats. Please be sure to sign up for the appropriate class.
These classes are optional supplements to a 2-day Swiftwater Rescue Class. Anyone who signs up for a Swiftwater Rescue class will get a significant discount on either of these classes. You can also take this class if have taken a full Swiftwater Rescue course elsewhere. You can also purchase a Swiftwater Rescue and Boat-Based Rescue of Flip and Recovery bundle at a discounted rate of $435.
Times: 5:30pm - sunset
Location: Most likely the Golden Whitewater Park contingent on water levels. Instructor will contact you a couple days before the class to confirm.
Cost: $150 per person
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You need to be comfortable with your own skills before you can try to assist others. All students must feel comfortable performing difficult maneuvers in their craft of choice in class 2+ whitewater.
This course is also designed to be taken with a 2-day swiftwater rescue skills class. If you’re interested in taking both, click here to book both for $435. You can do either class in either order.
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Assisting swimmers
Pushing boats
Tether systems
Unconscious boater rescue (hand of god)
Partner rescues (“T” or “Bow” rescues)
Wet re-entries
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Assisting a swimmer into a raft
Climbing into a raft without assistance
Righting rafts with flip lines in deep water
Righting rafts on shore with ropes
