Course Description:
Our 7 day Level 4 Skills program provides skills and knowledge for multi-day touring on Class 4 waters, which includes surf, currents, winds, limited landing options, and limited access and communication.
This course is designed for:
- Intermediate recreational kayakers wishing to increase their knowledge, skills and understanding of kayak touring to include open water touring; and,
- Kayakers continuing on to challenge the Paddle Canada Level 2 Instructor Award and other higher level awards including Instructor Trainer.
The course requires your full attention and commitment. You will challenge your boat handling skills and knowledge in a peer-to-peer instructional setting. The instructors assume you have extensive previous experience including overnight trips in Class 2 and 3 waters, rolling training, assisted and self-rescue practice, experience towing, piloting skills, and weather interpretation practice. If you are unsure of your ability to take this course, please call us to discuss your concerns.
Cost:
- 7 days - $1150 (does not include kayak or any gear)
- Drysuit rental (optional) - $35 per day
Prerequisites:
- Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills
- Personal paddling experience in light and moderate sea conditions or higher including overnight days-extended trips of 2 or more days totaling 10 overnights.
- Current wilderness first aid (36 hours or greater) with CPR Level C
- Marine VHF Radio License is recommended.
Certification:
- Paddle Canada Level Four Skills
Next Step:
2010 Locations and Dates
- Clayoquot + Quadra {7days} - April 12 - 18
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