This course will be run on Sun 6th December. Location to be decided. The course is open to all paddlers and will explain water safety, what to do when things go wrong, how to rescue fellow paddlers and yourself, etc. More info can be found below:

River
Safety & Rescue 1(RSR 1)
Introduction
The RSR is a 1 day course designed for canoeists of all levels who wish to
undertake relevant training in Safety and Rescue Techniques appropriate for
water of Grade 2.This is an ideal stepping stone for those canoeists who are
interested in taking more in -depth advanced rescue and safety training.

General aims of the RSR1
The RSR1 aims to enable candidates to

1.01 Develop an understanding of rescue / safety protocols
1.02 To apply the appropriate method and equipment for particular situations
1.03 Execute self rescue
1.04 Rescue of others in Grade 2 water
1.05 Rescue of equipment in Grade 2 water

Course Outline
This is designed to be a flexible course depending on trainee’s needs and
previous experience levels-notwithstanding this the core elements of the
syllabus must include:

2.01 Personal Equipment
2.02 Prioritising Rescue
2.03 Systematic approach to a rescue
2.04 Self Rescue
2.05 Throwrope rescue techniques
2.06 Basic Hydrology /Dynamics of river features
2.07 Shallow Water Crossings
2.08 Defensive/Offensive swimming
2.09 Communication
2.10 Leadership roles and decision-making on a riverbank
2.11 Stabilisation linesThis course is run by the club, fee will be: Including certificate.

Gear needed is as follows:
Buoyancy aid with integrated harness
Throw Bag
Knife
Adequate footwear
Wet or dry suit
helmet
whistle
We will provide other gear as needed.

PS Hot drink and food will be needed.


This course is run by the club, a small charge will be applied to cover course certificates, cost TBC. Please post here if interested.

Paul Heff

I'd like to sign up for this Paul.

I'd like to put my name down for this please.

Count me in Paul however may need to sort out some gear beforehand etc.

I will need gear from the club house too.

M

Mary Kate added to the list

Paul ,

Can you put my name down for this please .

Kevin.

Hi Paul,

Me too please, thanks

Emer

Please put me down for this also Paul.

Hi Paul,

Can you add my name to the list too please.

Thanks,

Allana

Hey Paul,

Can you put my name down aswell , cheers.

Dan.

Hi Paul I will be back in cork onthe weekend of the 6/dec and would like to go on the course if there is still space .Le gach dea mheas Dom Buckley

Hi can I put my name down for it oo please, thanks

Paul put me down for this please, will need gear.

Thanks,
Dan

Paul,
Can you add Billys name to the list?
Thanks,
Seamus.

Hi All,

We now have 13 interested in this RSR1. There are 12 places!

If anyone can't do this please let me know asap.

Thanks

Paul Heff