Lakewater Canoe Paddling

Location: Campbell-Meyers Lake past Fort Steele
Date: Saturday, June 13 AND Sunday, June 14
Time: 8:30am-4:30pm
Option: Register for one or both days
Cost: $100/day 
Information or to register please contact:  Roger Warnatsch
604 831 5807 - [email protected]

DAY 1: Lakewater Level 1 – Basic Tandem
Introduction to canoeing, You will learn:
·      Forward, stopping and reverse
·      Basic turns while paddling forward
·      Spins and sideslip manoeuvres
·      Capsizes and rescues
·      Canoeing Safety guidelines and equipment
·      Paddles, PFDs and other gear
·      Storing and waterproofing gear
·      Paddling positions and boat trim
·      Handling waves and wind
·      Launching and landing
DAY 2: Lakewater Level 2 – Basic Solo
Introduction to paddling solo, You will learn:
·      Solo paddling positions and trim
·      Solo spins and sideslips
·      The Pivot Point and extending your strokes for better control
·      Solo rescues
·      Developing effective reverse paddling
·      Introduction to environmental ethics and access concerns
OPTION: Lakewater Level 3 – Advanced Tandem