After developing some good edge control, stroke proficiency, brace, roll and rescue skills, you will be ready for moving water! In this course, we break down currents and how your boat interacts with them before we hit the water. We work on some brief flat water drills, then we are off to face the current. This class is conducted in 3-4knts of current on an ebb, this creates an easy safe learning environment and eddy service!
Meet at Bowman Bay Boat Launch at Deception Pass State Park at 8:45 am
Dry Land Orientation
Strokes and maneuvers warm up on flat/still water
Start to engage the current as the Ebb increases velocity
Maneuvers with current
Skills you should aready have for this course- strokes, edging, bracing, wet exit, assisted rescue, towing and have at least tried to roll.
- Kayak (see demos below)
- Kayak skirt
- Paddle
- PFD(life jacket)
- Immersion wear
- Tow line
- Paddle float
Demo any Sterling Kayak upon request.
- Ice Cap
- Illusion
- Progrssion
- Reflection
- Grand Illusion
Demo Current Desings Kayak upon request.
- Parana Lv
- Sisu Lv Heavy Water
Covid Safety Protocols and Safety Measures:
- The best thing we have going for us is UV light kills viruses almost immediately
- We ask that you bring a mask, so it can be quickly dawned when necessary
- Take measures to boost your immune system
- Isolate yourself prior and during your travel as much as possible
- On land we will be wearing masks and maintaining 6’ when possible
- If you show any signs or symptoms please cancel immediately
- Please cancel if you or any household member has had 2 or more covid symptoms in the past 14 days
The Pacific Northwest weather can change rapidly, our courses run in most conditions. We reserve the right to cancel any course/rental due to safety concerns, weather and/or low sign ups.
In which case a refund or credit towards another course/rental will be issued.
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