Catawissa Creek

Instruction

River Training Course

The Mohawk Canoe Club offers a 4-day river training course usually on two weekends in the middle of June. The course is designed to take the participant from an introductory level to a Class II level of paddling. The program covers Safety, Rescue, Equipment, River Features, Basic and Advanced Strokes, Eddy Turns, Peel-outs, Front and Back Ferries, and Surfing standing waves in rivers.

Training begins with dry-land instruction, progresses to a very thorough flatwater practice, and then students apply skills and strategies in increasingly challenging river situations. The course is appropriate for open and closed canoes, kayaks, and some sit-upon crafts. Groups of students are formed with consideration given to crafts and abilities. Students must provide their own boats, PFD, paddling gear, food and beverage, (plenty of water - no alcohol). Kneepads are a must for canoeists. Helmets and spray skirts are required for closed boats.

Check this web site or the Club's newsletter for details at least several months prior to the course date.

Low brace practice Eddy turn practice on land Brace practice
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