2010 Paddle Canada Sea Kayaking Level 1: 2-Day Certification Course

PADDLE CANADA SEA KAYAKING LEVEL 1: 2-Day Certification Course

Prerequisite: Paddle Canada Flatwater Introduction to Sea Kayaking 

Sea Kayaking Level –1 is our most in-depth and comprehensive paddling course. We combine both in-class & on-water teaching environments to provide you with the theory and fundamental paddling skills required to become a confident sea Kayaker in normal conditions. Our course emphasizes a strong foundation of paddling skills, rescue, navigation & safety techniques… beyond the basics! Participants must also demonstrate a firm knowledge in Journeying and Seamanship as it applies to daylong trips with a focus on navigation, weather, sea state, safety, communication & group awareness.

What you’ll learn:

Safety:

• Assisted Eskimo Rescue
• Deep Water Rescue (both as victim & rescuer)
• Self Rescues without assistance
• Contact Towing
• Communication (demonstrating by attitude & action)

Theory:

• Sea Kayak equipment, accessories and personal equipment
• Journey & seamanship;

(Trip planning, organization, kayak fit & adjust, launch & landing options, navigation & route selection, compass work, weather & water interpretation & its probable effects on paddling, group awareness and communication)

• Safety (Hypothermia, first aid, communication & emergency procedures)
• Available Kayaking Resources

Skills:

• Lift, Carry, Launch & Landing
• Paddling forward, reverse & stopping
• Turning
• Moving sideways
• Supporting & recovery strokes
• Stern rudder
• Draws, low brace, high brace, forward stroke, forward sweep, reverse sweep, reverse stroke, sculling draw

Candidates are evaluated throughout the course on:

• Participation individual & group
• Kayaking skills
• Group awareness & self-control
• General attitude

Successful participants:

• ·Receive a Paddle Canada Sea Kayaking Level 1 Certification Card

How to book:

• Class dates & size are limited & book up quickly. To sign up please refer to our online registration package at the bottom of this page. Courses run rain or shine!

Course Cost: 

• $265.00 + 13% HST = $299.45 (HST- Harmonized Sales Tax)
• Quality NEW Sea Kayaks can be rented (reservation made w' course booking) at a rental rate discounted 50% I.E.: $43 + 13% HST = $48.59 for the 2- Day Course
  

Paid participants receive 10% OFF GEAR purchased the day of their Course, just another cool reason to choose Frontenac Outfitters for your paddling needs

Cancellation Policy:

• Cancellation for any reason within a 14-day period prior to the course/clinic will result in a forfeiture of an administration charge of $40.00 per participant
• Frontenac Outfitters reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any course or clinic due to inclement weather or lack of participation

Location:

• Frontenac Outfitters Canoe & Kayak Centre's beautiful Pearkes Lake location
  

Stuff to bring:

• Wide brimmed sun hat
• Sunglasses (we sell eyeglass holders & floaters)
• Sunscreen & lip balm (waterproof)
• Bathing suit & towel
• T-shirt, light long-sleeve shirt, shorts, undergarments
• Raincoat, paddling jacket & sweater (if needed)
  
• Water shoes or sandals
• Kayaking Trip Log (if you have one)
• Any kayaking rescue or safety gear you use
• Pen, pencil & notebook
• Any reference material you may wish to share with the group
• Water Bottle (we stock pop & water)
• Lunch (on full-day courses)
• Most Importantly… an attitude for having FUN!!!

Places to stay:

• We offer on-site wooded & waterfront campsites at $25 per night.
• Country style B & B’s are nearby, or endless accommodation in Kingston is 30 – 40 minutes to the south

Should you have further questions or concerns please call 1.800.250.3174 or email us at Frontenacoutfitters@gmail.com