KAYAKING
This course is for people who have never paddled before or for those who have
paddled only flatwater and want to learn about whitewater boating. The course
is also structured for people having whitewater experience in a canoe who want
to try a kayak. You will learn the basic of paddling: equipment, stroke technique,
river maneuvers, water safety, rescue procedures, and the "Eskimo Roll".
The course runs six sessions, each class consisting of a 1 hour lecture followed
by a 1-1/2 hour pool session. Classroom sessions will cover water safety and
discussion of technique, aided by video and slide presentations. Pool sessions
will involve demonstration and practice of the basic techniques. The course
will end with two outdoor beginner trips to a local area river. The only requirement
for the class is the ability to pass a swimming test, which will be given at
the introductory session. The initial meeting will be held on Thursday, September 29, at 8 p.m. in the Lou Gehrig Lounge. The course fee is $125.00.