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Whitewater Skills Courses
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| Introduction to Rafting and Swiftwater Rescue Skills SEE RESCUE COURSE |
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- Learn the strokes and paddle commands to guide a paddle raft
- Learn basic Hydrology and River Rescue Techniques
- Start out on Class 2-3 on the Yellowstone River
- Progress to more technical whitewater on the Gallatin
- Gain confidence and leadership skills while spending time outdoors
- Learn by Doing!
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| Easy Track Intro to Kayaking and Swiftwater Rescue Skills - Level 1 |
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- Ideal for beginners looking for a more gentle step by step path to possibly learning hardshell kayaking
- Paddle an inflatable kayak first (its has way more stability than a hardshell kayak)
- Learn the skills necessary to navigate easy whitewater
- Feel comfortable as a beginner in order to get a solid foundation to build the skills to be a competent boater
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| Fast Track Intro to Kayaking and Swiftwater Rescue Skills - Level 2 |
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- Ideal for bold beginners who are ready to jump right into hardshell kayaking
- Paddle a hardshell kayak on the first day
- Practice swimming out of your boat and self rescue techniques
- Receive introductory rolling instruction
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Easy Track Kayaking |
Fast Track Kayaking |
Rafting Clinic |
Length:
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1 day |
1 day |
2 days |
Dates:
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June 26 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
June 27 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
June 14-15 |
Cost
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$95 includes all gear |
$95 includes all gear |
$150 includes all gear |
If you need help with lodging, we are happy to provide information. Our course includes gear such as wetsuits, booties, splash jackets, helmets and PFDs.
Short List of Course Specific Skill Sets
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Swift water Skills
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River Running Skills
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Rafting Skills
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Kayak Skills
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- Safe whitewater Swimming
- Throw bag use
- Foot Entrapment
- Strong Swimmer/ Live bait
- Z-drag - Rescuing Boats
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- Momentum
- Current around bends
- Ferry Angles
- Avoiding obstacles
- Waves and Holes
- High siding
- Logs and Strainers
- Undercuts and Sieves
- Scouting Rapids
- Setting Safety
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- Forward Paddle
- Back Paddle
- Sweep
- Draw
- J-Stroke
- Paddle Commands
- High-side
- Self Rescue
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- Wet exit/ Self Rescue
- Forward Paddling
- Sweep and Reverse Sweep
- Stern Draw
- Modified high Brace
- Low Brace
- T-Rescue
- Eskimo Roll
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At Montana Whitewater, we understand our youth are the future stewards of our sport. That is why we have designed programs to engage young people in a fulfilling endeavor. These courses teach responsibility and leadership, as well as the hard skills of river rescue and whitewater navigation.
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| Introduction to Rafting and Swiftwater Rescue Skills |
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Not quite old enough to guide commercially, but interested in river guiding? Participants will learn under the supervision of an expert instructor, while working on whitewater skills and building leadership style. This session is guaranteed to be a fun time and a team oriented learning experience!
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- Learn the strokes and paddle commands to guide a paddle raft
- Learn basic Hydrology and River Rescue Techniques
- Start out on Class 2-3 on the Yellowstone River
- Progress to more technical whitewater on the Gallatin
- Gain confidence and leadership skills while spending time outdoors
- Learn by Doing!
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| Introduction to Kayaking and Swiftwater Rescue Skills |
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This course is intended to be a fun introduction to whitewater kayaking for teens. Skilled and patient instructors will tailor the program to the needs and skill level of the group. River safety and teamwork will be key components of this four-day course.
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- Ideal for bold beginners who are ready to jump right into hardshell kayaking
- Paddle a hardshell kayak on the first day
- Practice swimming out of your boat and self rescue techniques
- Receive introductory rolling instruction
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2010 DATES AND PRICES Teen Courses
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Rafting Skills |
Kayaking Skills |
Length:
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2 days |
2 days
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Dates:
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August 14-15 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
August 7-8 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Cost
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$150 includes all gear |
$150 includes all gear and lunch |
| If you need help with lodging, we are happy to provide information. Our course includes gear such as wetsuits, booties, splash jackets, helmets and PFDs. |
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