PADDLING GEAR IS AVAILABLE FOR RENT

Previous experience required, Full Immersion 1  or equivalent is a prerequisite.

This class is offered from our Bend location.

If you are serious about river paddling, no matter what your skill level, it's always time for a comprehensive safety course. This one evening, 2-day course focuses on quick reactions to potential and real emergencies on the river. Topics include swimming rapids, throw bag work, mechanical advantages, accident scenarios, "live bait" rescues, rope techniques, a simulated strainer swim and much more.

The Whitewater Safety Workshop is scheduled a couple times a year. Call for more details.

888.571.4545

Outline: Whitewater Safety Workshop

• Introduce basic rescue concepts
• Throw bag practice
• Common river issues & how to prevent them
• Hypothermia discussion
• Mechanical advantage
• Swimming in Whitewater
• Live Bait swims
• Strainers

On The Water, You Will Need:

- Tennis shoes or river sandals with wool socks or wetsuit booties

- Wet Suit and Drytop or Drysuit

- Sunglasses with retention device (i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)

- Sunscreen (SPF 30), lip balm (SPF 15)- Sun hat, rain hat, and/or fleece hat

- Synthetic top and bottom (thermal underwear, heavier wt. for cooler weather)

- Rain coat and rain pants

- Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit for the pool

- Water bottle (1 quart)

- Towel and change of clothes for ride home

Meeting Place/Directions:

The Whitewater Safety Workshop is organized and run from our Bend store. You will receive detailed instructions and a map with your confirmation packet.

 If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind. Remember the goal is to travel light and efficiently.

Call for more information.

888.571.4545