It's time for Rescue Rodeo -- TVCC's introductory river safety course!
This class is designed to give the beginner kayaker basic river rescue skills to make whitewater trips safer and more fun. You will learn how to reenter a swamped boat, how to tow swimmers using your boat, equipment recovery techniques, how to swim in whitewater, and MUCH MORE!
REQUIRED GEAR:
*Paddle Gear: Boat, Paddle, Skirt, PFD and whitewater helmet.
*Clothing: Dress for the swim, and you will be swimming the Hiwassee, so be prepared for cold water! You will have an opportunity to change into your paddling clothes after we finish our morning classroom activities.
*Food: Bring your lunch and enough water for a full day on-and-off the river.
*Other: A chair.
PREREQUISITE SKILLS:
*Students MUST know how to swim.
*Students MUST be able perform a wet-exit without assistance.
*Students must be able to paddle Class I and II whitewater (Hiwassee River).
Smartwaiver: Complete prior to course
TVCC Rescue Rodeo ~ July 27, 2019
o Adult- https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5cffc598b3a57/web/
o Minor- https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5cffc62202e7a/web/
Contact Paul Moyle (423) 994-4986
*Drug and alcohol use will not be permitted before or during on-water activities.