Paddle Smart
Encompassing everything from paddleboards to canoes and kayaks, paddleboats make boating affordable and accessible for everyone. USPS training helps you do it safely. Based on a compendium of information from the paddling community, this seminar prepares you to boat safely on small lakes, streams, and rivers. The seminar kit includes an attendee workbook for note-taking and reference. “The Complete Sea Kayaker’s Handbook” by Shelly Johnson and “Introduction to Paddling – canoeing basics for lakes and rivers” by the American Canoe Association are optionally available.
What's included?
- Risks
- Safety
- Paddle craft "language"
- How to select a paddle craft
- Necessary equipment
- Life jackets for paddlers
- Paddles
- Optional equipment
- Helmets
- Coldwater protection
This seminar is also available online.