Prairie State Canoeists
A Northeast Illinois Canoe and Kayak Club
Date(s): June 25, 2017
Leader: Dave Watts Co-Leader: Steve Laporte Location: Hammel Woods, 554 Brook Forest Ave, Shorewood, IL 60404 Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Category: Training Details: This classes purpose is to provide a good paddling foundation on moving water in line with the requirements the American Canoe Association (ACA). The more you know, the more you will enjoy the sport. After some shore instruction, we will get on the water and practice ferries, eddy turns, peel-outs and similar moving water maneuvers.
Prerequities: Participants must have attended “Introduction to Paddling” or the equivalent. If you have not attended the PSC Introduction to Paddling class, please contact the lead instructor prior to registering. Safety of all participants is critical. To ensure the class flows appropriately, we need to make sure all participants have the appropriate skills to safely and effectively participate in this class.