Rescues, Safety and Towing
We will begin this course with a discussion and “on-land” demo of the “wet-exit”. Then we launch and practice a “controlled” wet-exit. Then we move into the rescues:
Assisted Rescues:
- T-Rescue
- Heel Hook T-Rescue
- Scoop Rescue
- Eskimo Bow Rescue
- Stern Rescue
- Paddle Presentation
- All-in Rescue
- Hand of God Rescue
- Stirrup Rescue
Self-Rescues:
- Paddle Float Rescue
- Cowboy/Scramble
- Re-Enter and Roll
Towing:
- Single In-Line Tow
- Rafted Tow
- Push Tows
- Contact Tows
- Equipment
Edging
Edging allows you to let your kayak “dance” . Tremendous efficiencies come to your skill set once you master edging skills. This skill will, in short order, fit right into your normal paddling routine thus adding grace and fluidity.
Bracing
High Braces and Low Braces