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Level Two Skills Course
Paddle Canada Level Two Ocean Kayaking Skills



Level Two provides the theory and skills for proficient kayak touring in moderate sea conditions. Includes - touring, risk assessment, bracing, maneuvering strokes, combined strokes, sustained paddling, introduction to rolling and an overnight camp. Level One Sea Kayaking or equivalent skills are required for this course.

Prerequisite paddling skills:
  • Reliable bow rescue. Comfort and control while capsized in a kayak.
  • Efficient assisted & un-assisted re-entry skills.
  • Effective edge control for sweep and brace turns.
  • Efficient forward paddling for sustained traveling, 6 miles at 3 knots.
  • Strong forward stroke for moving across current, through waves and towing.
Certification: Paddle Canada Level Two Skills
Next Step: Level Three Skills



Level Two Skills - Paddle Canada

Cost: $699
Location: Jericho Beach and Gulf Islands
Time: Thurs & Fri 9am-5pm
       Weekend trip 9am Saturday - 5pm Sunday

Apr 24-27
2008
Sep 4-7
2008


Level Two Skills - Paddle Canada

Cost: $699
Location: Jericho Beach and Gulf Islands
Time: Evening sessions 6pm-9pm
       Weekend trip 9am Saturday - 5pm Sunday

5 evening sessions at Jericho Beach - July 14, 21, 28, August 11, 18
Overnight Trip in the Gulf Islands, August 23-24, 2008