This course is for Level 2 graduates, those with previous whitewater packrafting experience wanting to strengthen paddle skills & boat control in class III whitewater.

Participants MUST have formal river safety training & have prior experience reading and paddling up to class III whitewater with adequate boat control. This course build on the Level 2 course content, with less time spend on river rescue scenarios & more time refining boat control & personal paddle skills.

Prerequisites: 

• Previous Level 2 APS Course Graduate (or equivalent training) & familiar with Level 2 course curriculum (refer to Level 2 page)

• Ability to self rescue or rescue w/ partner assistance

• Ability to catch eddies in class II/III river environments

• Swiftwater Rescue Training within last 3 years

• Students provide their own, are familiar with & proficient using all necessary gear: packraft, paddle, drysuit, ww helmet, ww PFD (whistle & river knife required), throw rope

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