Intro to Moving Water May 22 and 25, 2024

This club-led clinic is for Beaver Club Member tandem canoeists who are interested in advancing from lakewater to river canoeing. It consists of an evening dryland and a one day session on the water. The emphasis is on skills development, understanding river dynamics and being safe on the water.

Members may email: training@beavercanoeclub.org to register.

On the May 22 evening dryland session, you’ll find out about:

• River hazards
• The need for extra flotation (air bags)
• Group travel on the river
• Safety procedures and signals
• Environment and ethical concerns
• The international river grading system

On the May 25 on water session you’ll:

• Do forward and back ferries
• Swim rapids
• Line a boat
• Rescue (and be rescued) with a throw rope

Open to

• Every adult  Club Member of the Beaver Canoe Club who have graduated from Basic Paddlers.
• Junior Members, (under 19), by application and in the direct supervision of their parent or guardian.

Canoe Rentals

Rent boats, PFDs, etc. from Middleton’s Boats or call 604-240-0503

Need a Partner?

We will help pair you up if you do not have a partner.