PALS 1450 - Whitewater Kayaking

1 hour

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental paddling techniques, skills, rescues, equipment, and trip planning issues for kayaking in whitewater environments. Skills will include, wet exits, kayak roll, strokes and maneuvers, river reading, river rescues and group safety. Students will also learn and utilize environmentally sound and ethical practices for water based trips. Participants, upon successful course completion, may be eligible to earn American Canoe Association participation cards for whitewater kayaking. Students will be required to pass a swimming proficiency test and attend a weekend outing. Fees: $50