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Essential Rescue and Recovery I

Tue, 01/05/2010 - 13:37 — jeff

This is one of the most important classes for learning sea kayak safety.

"This class was a BLAST!!!  I was apprehensive about taking it, but it was so much fun.  I learned so much and feel more confident on the water."  Peter, November 2008.

Sea kayak buddy and t-rescue demonstration at Paddlefest in Humboldt Bay in Eureka, CA.

Learning to paddle safely and efficiently will increase your confidence and paddling fun.

Wet-exit, self-rescue, and buddy rescue skills will improve your comfort at sea. Come out with us in a controlled environment and let's have fun tipping boats over. The more the merrier so bring a friend or two.

Eskimo Rolling is not covered in this class. Call to schedule a private roll lesson or tune-up.

Why: Increase your comfort and knowledge with rescues necessary for paddling at sea.

This course is a prerequisite for coastal exploration in a single sea kayak, essential kayaking skills II, rock gardening, eskimo roll, sea kayaks in the surf, and into the sea.

Who: Anyone interested in paddling a decked sea kayak in open waters. No previous experience is necessary for this class.

What: A 3 hour class with on land and on water instruction and application.

Paddlers will learn and apply concepts and skills involved in:

Self-rescues including wet-exit and swimming, cowboy/cowgirl and paddle float

T-rescue

Bracing Recoveries

When: Second Saturdays - Check the calendar for other dates.

How: Call to reserve your spot.  (707) 962-1623

How much: 

$80/person for Essential Rescue and Recovery (includes 3 hour class, kayak, paddle, spray skirt, wetsuit and lifejacket)

$135/person (includes kayak and gear) for both Essential Kayaking Skills and Essential Rescue & Recovery 

Where: Fort Bragg’s Noyo River or other location by appointment

Gear:

Necessary:

*Kayak

*Paddle

*Life jacket

*Sprayskirt for decked boats or thigh straps for sit-on-top

*Wetsuit or drysuit for immersion in 52ish degree water

*Footwear – wetsuit booties, lightweight tennis shoes, water shoes, sport/water sandals

Recommended:

Water

Light snack

Sunscreen

Hat w/visor

Retention strap for glasses/sunglasses

Warm dry clothes for after class

*Included