Below is a list of kit and further information about the course.

Pre- Requisites:

This is a training course and there is no formal assessment.  Participants need to have the ability to paddle on grade 2 rivers.

Participation:

Participation is through the individuals own choice.  If you do not wish to partake in a particular element of the course, this will not deem non attendance.

Equipment:

• Kayak, canoe or SUP - this is only required on day 2, unless specified otherwise.
• Airbags - Front and Rear
• Paddles
• Drysuit or Wetsuit & Dry cag.
• Thermals - wear one more set than usual
• Suitable footwear - Not wetsuit boots.  Specific paddling shoes such as 5:10, Palm Gradients, old walking boots, approach shoes or trainers are acceptable.
• CE approved paddlesports helmet
• CE approved Buoyancy Aid, with chest harness is possible.
• Gloves
• Skull cap.
• Throwline
• x2 locking carabiners
• x1 piece of tape

Please do not bring snap gate carabiners or stitched slings

If you do not own any of the above kit (safety kit especially), don't rush out and buy it.  Usually when this happens people turn up with the wrong kit!

Any other kit you usually bring

We will have a selection of throwlines, Carabiners and tapes available.  We also have Buoyancy aids with chest harnesses.  We have a number of "dry"suits should you not have your own.  These are available to rent at £10 a day.  Please not these aren't 100% waterproof, but work well with a wetsuit underneath

We usually base our selves on a river bank, so bring a packed lunch, snacks, hot drink/flask, warm coat and a bag to carry it all in.

Risk Disclosure:

Please note the risk disclosure on the booking form.

Course Times:

We will meet at 9am each morning with an expected finish of 5pm.