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Paddle Canada Level 3 - Storm Gathering 2008
Wilderness First Aid
Wilderness Medical Associates |
Cost: $220 |
Date:April 5-6 |
| This course has two primary goals 1) to equip participants with lifesaving skills-ABC's 2) to develop basic skills to handle common wilderness injuries. Wilderness First Aid courses has two optional components: CPR certification and anaphylaxis workshop. If either or both are added to a course program becomes 18 hours in length.
For more info please visit Wilderness Medical Associates website.
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Advanced Wilderness First Aid
Wilderness Medical Associates |
Cost: $440 |
Date: April 25-28 |
| Specifically designed for the unique demands of remote settings, this course focuses on three areas. First, how to treat injuries when you are hours or days from a hospital. Second, you will learn how to give care in extreme environments of cold, heat, or altitude. Finally this course focuses on working with limited equipment and improvising.
For more info please visit Wilderness Medical Associates website.
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| Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayak Skills |
Cost: $270 |
Date: May 10 & 11 |
Learn to kayak and develop your paddling, navigation/rescue skills beyond the basics on this 2 day weekend getaway kayak course. Offered at the White Squall Paddling Centre.
Prerequisites:
"Basic Rescue" & "Fine Tuning" or Completion of Paddle Canada Flatwater Sea Kayaking or equivalent - able to perform all fundamental strokes, braces and rescues in moderate conditions (waves less than 0.2 metre)
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Guide School - Paddle Canada Level 1 Instructor Course 2008
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2008 Kayak Course and Trip Brochure
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- All programmes include: friendly instructors, first class boats and the best gear!
- You can deduct $ 20/day for own boat/gear.
- Courses are taught on sheltered Cole Lake
and also along the coastline of Georgian Bay
- Programmes subject to GST & PST where applicable, includes boat rental.
- Meals are not provided on multi-day courses unless otherwise noted in program description.
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Paddling in some waves on Georgian Bay - photo: Doug Elsey
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Paddle Canada Level 2 Sea Kayak Skills |
Cost: $540 |
Date:May 16-19 |
A beginning intermediate award in all aspects of sea kayak proficiency in an intensive 4 day course. This kayak training course is offered at the White Squall waterfront centre and includes a trip on Georgian Bay.
Prerequisites:
Paddle Canada Level-1 certification or equivalent experience.
Intermediate Skills - able to perform all fundamental strokes, braces and rescues to a high degree of proficiency in waves up to 1 metre.
Experience: at least 3, one day long, kayaking trips in different locations.
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| Paddle Canada Level 3 Sea Kayak Skills |
Cost:
$ 595. |
Date:
October 17 eve to 22
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| The highest award possible for sea kayak training on freshwater in Canada. This is an intensive 4 & 1/2 day leadership & kayak training course along exposed Georgian Bay coast.
Prerequisites:
Level 2 Skills with experience paddling in vigorous sea conditions along exposed shores with infrequent landing opportunities. Wilderness First Aid Certification & Radio Operators License (marine VHF) are strongly recommended. Due to the nature of the course, it is important to have had considerable paddling experience. An ability to roll is essential.
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Offered in conjunction with the Georgian Bay Storm Gathering - Weekend of Oct 17-19 at Snug Haven Resort. For additional info and/or to register, please contact us - Visit Storm Gathering's home website. |
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Level 2 Instructors Course July 2007
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| Paddle Canada Flatwater Kayak Instructor |
Cost: $395. |
Course Dates:
1) June 13-15
2)AUGUST COURSE NO LONGER AVAILABLE SORRY |
| A foundation cert for anyone wanting to teach basic kayaking to others in a 3 day weekend course on Georgian Bay.
Prerequisites:
Paddle Canada Level 1 skills or equivalent experience and Basic First Aid/CPR. At least 16 years of age & able to perform all fundamental strokes, braces and rescues in moderate conditions (waves less than 0.2 metre). It is strongly recommended that all instructors have some qualification in Wilderness First Aid and Swimming.
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Paddle Canada Level 1 Course 2007
photo: Doug Elsey
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White Squall Guide School & Paddle Canada
Level 1 Sea Kayak Instructor |
Cost:
$895. |
Date:
June 17-23 (new dates! - printed brochure is incorrect) |
| Essential skill and leadership training for freshwater guides and kayak instructors in a 6 day course on Georgian Bay.
Prerequisites:
18 yrs of age. Level 2 Paddle Canada skills or equivalent (to be assessed by course director). This means being able to perform fundamental strokes, braces and rescues in 1 metre waves. Basic First Aid/CPR (we recommend Wilderness First Aid), current Paddle Canada membership (candidates must apply in advance for PC membership if not already a member), and 30 days in level 1 paddling conditions including overnights.
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Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayak Instructor |
Cost: $575 |
Date: Aug. 7 eve, 8-11 |
A perfect certification for those wanting to instruct and guide in sea kayaks on the Great Lakes, on this 4 day plus one evening course on Georgian Bay.
Prerequisites:18 yrs of age. Level 2 Paddle Canada skills or equivalent (to be assessed by course director). This means being able to perform fundamental strokes, braces and rescues in 1 metre waves. Basic First Aid/CPR (we recommend Wilderness First Aid), current Paddle Canada membership (candidates must apply in advance for PC membership if not already a member), and 30 days in level 1 paddling conditions including overnights.
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Paddle Canada Level 2 Sea Kayak Instructor
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Cost: $595 |
Date: June 6-10 |
An advanced instructor / leadership training level in a 5 day course.
Prerequisites:
- 18 yrs of age
- Wildernesss 1st Aid (2 day), CPR
- Level 3 or 4 Sea Kayak Skills
- Paddle Canada instructor membership
- Significant paddling experience in a wide variety of conditions and locations
- Trip leadership & instructional experience
- Working knowledge of hypothermia
- Swimming and life saving skills strongly recommended
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| K1 Camp - 2 Day Kayak Course for Teens |
Cost:
$168 |
Course Dates:
1) July 3-4
2) July 31-Aug. 1 |
More serious fun for kids who are a bit older, wiser, and wackier. If you work hard, you may earn the Paddle Canada Flatwater Kayaking Award. We'll focus on kayak training i.e. stroke development & safety / rescue skills including eskimo rescues.
TIME: 8:45 am - 5:00 pm each day - (daycamp - you bring lunch)
K1 Camp Outline to be posted soon.
Prerequisites:
- Can Swim 50 M with PFD
- Co-ed 12 - 15 (you bring lunch ea. day)
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| K2 Camp - 3 Day Kayak Course for Teens |
Cost: $252 |
Course Dates: 1) July 16-18 2) Aug. 13-15 |
| K1 grads focus on paddling, safety and rescues aiming towards the Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayak award.
Leading on from K1 Camp, this kayak training daycamp focusses on:
- navigation
- weather interpretation
- seamanship skills
- intro to intermediate paddling and rescue techniques
TIME: 8:45 am - 5:00 pm each day - (daycamp - you bring lunch)
- Prerequisites:
- K1 Camp or Basic Skills & Basic Rescue or equivalent experience
- Co-ed 13 - 16
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