Date: Sun Jul 26, 8:00 AM EST - Sun Jul 26, 1:00 PM EST
Category:
- Adult Training
Level:
- Ambassadors,
- Seniors,
- Volunteers
In this training, we'll learn what's needed to safely take Girl Scouts canoeing or kayaking on a river. Topics will include basic water rescue techniques, safety procedures and equipment, instruction in canoe and kayak strokes and techniques, and what you need to prepare girls for a day trip on the water. We'll cover safety information and travel on the water ourselves. Bring a bag lunch, water, and suitable clothing.
You are welcome to stay at Camp Martha Johnston on Saturday if you are traveling from out of town or registered for Glapmoree. Please reach out to Betsy for more information, bconnell@gshg.org.
Specific information about river location put in will be given closer tothe date of the training, as conditions may bvary due to weather and water levels.
Prerequisite: Basic Water Rescue - Canoe Still Water.
The day will include activities that require the participants to be in the water (wet exit, safety, and assisted rescues). Please come prepared with clothing/bathing suit to wear in the water and dry clothing to change into afterward.
o Dress in layers for the weather and to be in the water during rescue practice - NO cotton.
o Layer synthetic blend top. Synthetic-type pants (no jeans or cotton).
o Shoes that can get wet and will stay on in the water, cover toes/heels (no flip/flops/crocs)
o Bring a towel and change of clothing
* Lunch and Beverage
* Snack and Water
* Paper/notebook and pen/pencil
