The Swiftwater Rescue workshop teaches recognition and avoidance of common river hazards, execution of self-rescue techniques, and rescue techniques for paddlers in distress. Emphasis is placed both on personal safety and on simple, commonly used skills. Fundamental and more advanced techniques for dealing with hazards that carry greater risks for both victim and rescuer, such […]

Do you want to increase your whitewater paddling skills? Have you ever wanted to train as a whitewater rafting guide but don’t have an entire season to commit to a company? Would you like to take your own raft trips with friends? Have you ever wanted to row your own raft down the Grand Canyon? […]

Rivers: New, Gauley, Meadow, Cherry Length: 3 days Dates: May 12, 2025 – May 14, 2025 Price: $350 Meals: Lunch will be provided each day of instruction Prerequisites: This course is designed for professional river users like raft guides and safety kayakers with existing river knowledge and experience along with confident whitewater swimming skills. The […]

Join us for an International Rafting Federation (IRF) workshop for river guides and trip leaders facilitated by IRF Instructor Bryant Baker along with IRF Instructor Trainer Mark Hirst of Lapin Koskikoulu. This course will allow for certifications up to Level 4 and is intended for experienced river guides and whitewater professionals looking to increase their […]