Whitewater Kayaking First-Trip Checklist
Plan a first whitewater kayaking trip through qualified instruction on Class I–II water on the International Scale of River Difficulty.
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Safety Skills
What to Do If You Swim in Whitewater
If you unexpectedly swim in whitewater, keep your personal flotation device on, get your face clear of the water, control your breathing, and follow the…
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Trip Planning
Trip Planning
Route research, local rules, water and weather checks, group plans, clothing, equipment, and clear decisions to walk away.
Safety Skills
Safety Skills
Plain-language introductions to whitewater hazards and responses that must be learned and practised with qualified instruction.