This course is a basic introduction to recreational white water canoeing. Students learn to paddle a canoe effectively and safely through experience and instruction on the water. This two-day progression takes place over the course of one weekend field trip. During the course, students become familiar with the following equipment and paddling skills: parts of a canoe, the equipment needed for safe paddling, features of a river, basic stroke mechanics, and safety concerns of white water paddling. A course fee may be applied. Students evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis based on active participation.
- Teacher: Justinn Steffe