Swiftwater Rescue for Paddlers
8:30am – 5:00pm
AGE: 18 and up | $325.00 | Financial Assistance
This 2-day Swiftwater Rescue workshop takes place June 13 and 14. This course teaches recognition and avoidance of common river hazards, execution of self-rescue techniques, and rescue techniques for paddlers in distress. Emphasis is placed both on personal safety and on simple, commonly used skills. Techniques for dealing with hazards that carry greater risks for both victim and rescuer, such as strainers, rescue vest applications, entrapments, and pins, are also practiced. Scenarios will provide an opportunity for participants to practice their skills both individually and within a team/group context. Ideally, students should be able to competently maneuver their craft in at least class II whitewater. However all boaters, and non-boaters with an interest in swiftwater rescue (e.g., professional rescuers), will benefit from the class. Participants should be in good health and overall fitness, possess solid swimming ability, and be comfortable swimming in moving current during river drills. Participants should dress appropriately for weather and temperature and expect to be in the water for extended periods of time. ACA Safety & Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator, Rescue 3 Rope, Swiftwater, Boat Operations & PWC Instructor Trainer. Mike Mather is one of the more experienced and entertaining rescue professionals in the industry. Having taught courses all over the U.S. and abroad, Mike has an unconventional approach to his topics. He excels at keeping topics clear, accessible and applicable for rescue professionals, experienced boaters and novices alike. Whitewater gold medalist Kent Ford described Mike as a “highly skilled person, with a valuable set of skills, including guiding, guide training and broad national experience in swiftwater rescue. His experience level is truly unique on a national level. Most Register By May 8th! Weather Dependent.
Contact Information Mike Mather
mike@matherrescue.com
