Flat To Flow Paddle Board Skills & River Tour
August 19 @ 5:00 pm - August 23 @ 4:00 pm
Aug 19th-23rd
Rocky Mountain House, North Saskatchewan River
Course Description
Paddle in the Untamed Wilderness of the David Thompson Corridor
Flatwater Skills + River Skills = River Tour
Are you wanting to “up your paddle board game?” Would you like to paddle rivers and feel confident in your skills? Join us for this 4 day progressive course with Sam Lebarge Comeau from Downriver Adventures. We will guide participants from flatwater to moving with the flow on Class I/II Rivers and put it all together with an overnight adventure surrounded by the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
During our course, we will group camp at Crimson Lake Group Campsite.
Goals
This course will grow participants’ flatwater SUP skills and progress to paddling comfortably in a river current, reading rivers and even tackle overnight trips. We will focus on skill building and the important safety fundamentals of river paddling. Participants will learn about eddies and how to use them to stop and slow down, river hazards and how to avoid them, and required gear, packing, preparation and logistics.
Outcomes
After completing this course, participants can expect to feel comfortable and confident taking personal (unguided) SUP trips on Class I/II Rivers. They will also have developed an understanding of the potential hazards, along with a variety of new skills and experience that can apply to the moving water environment and any outdoor adventure.
COURSE PRICE
$930 per person + taxes
SESSION DATES
Aug 19th-23rd
Rocky Mountain House, AB
START TIME – FINISH TIME
Aug 19th arrive at Crimson Lake Camp
Aug 20th – 8am – 12pm Flatwater Advanced Skills at Crimson Lake
Aug 21st 9am carpool to the North Sask Canoe put in by RMH Campsite
Aug 22nd 8am travel to put in at Aylmer Recreation Area, and paddle for the day with overnight camp along the river.
Aug 23rd Day 2 paddle to take out point near Rocky Mountain House
SKILL LEVEL
PRE-REQUISITES
Anyone who has taken a Basic Flatwater SUP Skills Course or has equivalent SUP experience
*we have BFS workshops planned throughout the summer in various locations
INCLUDES
- 2 days skills workshops
- 2 days river tour
- Group Camping Fees at Crimson Lake Aug 19th-22nd
- All paddling gear required Board, Leash, Helmet, PDF, Paddle.
- Meals on the River Tour: Lunch x2, breakfast and dinner
- Instruction and guiding from the Downriver Adventure team.
- Shuttles
DOES NOT INCLUDE
– Personal Snacks
– Meals on instructional days
– Personal mug, bowl or cutlery.
– Tent, sleeping bag, mat (rental options available)
– Drybags (rental or purchase options available)
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DURATION
4 days
AGES
18+ years
Instructors: Samuel Laberge Comeau
Aside from his water adventures, Samuel is also an enthusiastic hiker and backpacker. He has tackled challenging trails like the Larapinta in Australia and completed long-distance hikes such as the one from Lake Louise to Banff. Recently, he has been exploring paddling spots near Revelstoke and embarking on overnight paddle trips throughout the year, showcasing his enduring love for outdoor exploration and adventure.
Bodies of Water
- Crimson Lake: Advanced Flatwater Skills
- Rapids by Rocky Mountain House : River Skills
- The North Saskatchewan River Tour and Overnight Camp 22/ 23 .
Getting to Rocky Mountain House
2 hours, 12 minutes from Calgary
2 hours, 15 min form Edmonton
55 min form Red Deer
5 hours from Grande Prairie
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