Whitewater Rescue Level 2 Course
May 18-19, 2019, Upper Mersey
Paddle Tasmania will conduct a Whitewater River Rescue Course at the Upper Mersey on May 18-19, 2019. The course will commence at 9.00 am at the Slalom Course.
This course is suitable for people with some experience in paddling whitewater – Grade 2 and above.
Assessment for the Paddle Australia Whitewater Rescue 2 Award is possible during the weekend for an additional cost of $25.
Please note this is a co-requirement for anyone planning to do an Paddle Australia Whitewater Guide or Instructors Course in 2017/2018.
This course will cover the following topics:
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Principles of rescue
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Throwbagging: dry land
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Passive whitewater swimming
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On-water Throwbagging
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Aggressive whitewater swimming
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Shallow river crossing (Wading)
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Entrapment
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Risk management
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Knots
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Mechanical advantage
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River first aid
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Evacuations
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Towing for gear retrieval
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Simulated Rescues
Participants should bring:
– Kayak/canoe and all paddling gear – including several changes of paddling clothing,
wet/dry suit is recommended – it will be cold!
– Throwbag
– Rescue gear that you normally take on paddling trips (don’t worry if you don’t have any)
– First Aid kit – waterproofed
– Food for the weekend
– Paper and pen
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COST: $75 for Affiliated Club Members (+$25 if requiring assessment)
$150 non-club members (+$25 if requiring assessment)
Arm River Camp for the Friday and Saturday night available: $15.50 (bunkhouse) per person or $5.50 (camping), for per night, self-catering
Registrations close May 3, 2019.
