Two Day Swiftwater Rescue Workshop: April 17-18th, 2010

When you are planning events for 2010, be sure to include this invaluable course taught by eNRG Kayaking instructor, Sam Drevo. Sam has many certifications including Advanced Whitewater Instructor, Rescue III Advanced swift water rescue technician/instructor and Red Cross Lifeguard instructor. Sam has boated all over the world and will also be our speaker for our January meeting.

The course includes rescue training, basic hydrology/hazards, review of knots, throw rope practice, foot entrapment and swimming in rapids, REACH system, shallow water crossings, anchor review, mechanical advantage and different rescue scenarios to name a few topics. Training will include some classroom time and in the water on the Sandy river.

The OWA board has agreed to sponsor this class with a $ 50.00 per member discount. Space is limited to 12 people and the total cost of the class is $ 250.00 (with a 10% discount if we have 10 or more people attend) minus the $ 50 paid by OWA.

We think this class is so invaluable to anyone running rivers that the board has also agreed to pay an additional 15 % towards anyone who signs up by March 1st, 2010.

People who have attended this class before pay half price at $ 125.00 to keep their skills honed. You will need to send in a $50.00 deposit to secure your spot. The balance must be received 30 days in advance of the course.

You can call 503-772-1122 and pay with credit card. Or send checks to: Northwest River Guides LLC, 2504 SE Tibbetts St., Portland OR 97202