Activity Type
Packrafting & Inflatable Kayaking
Whitewater Kayaking
Location
South Fork American River California
Classification
II, III, IV
Duration
1 Day
Dates
Spring/Summer 2026 Dates TBA
Contact us at info@cwwcollective.com if you’d like to schedule a private Rescue Skills workshop for you and your paddling friends.
Overview
Things don’t always go as planned on the river, so it’s important to practice your safety and rescue skills in case of a mishap when you’re out paddling with your friends. This is a practical skills workshop for recreational paddlers of all skill and experience levels.
In this workshop we’ll cover
Workshop Itinerary
- Swimming effectively in whitewater
- How to get out of your kayak/packraft in difficult spots
- Throwbags
- Tow tethers
- Towing a swimmer
- Swimming with a kayak/packraft
- Scouting
- Decision making
- And so much more
Additional Details
Please note: This is NOT a swiftwater rescue course. This is a practical skills workshop for recreational paddlers of all skill and experience levels.
If you are unsure of which clinic you should sign up for, please read through our Paddling Skill Level Self-Assessment.
All Prices are per person and subject to an 8% fee (Government use and booking fees.) Students under 18 years of age please contact us BEFORE REGISTERING for prior approval. Tent and camping gear rental available. Please review our cancellation policy PRIOR to booking. We understand things happen, so we highly recommend purchasing trip insurance. Contact us at info@cwwcollective.com for policy details and options