Already have a packraft and want to further your skillset? Our intermediate course will teach you everything you need to know to safely run whitewater, plan multi-day expeditions, and become a backcountry packraft leader for your friend group. We will begin the day with a some classroom time at the Gunnison Whitewater Park and work on drills in man-made rapids there. After a lunch, we will head up and run a section of the Taylor River (II+/III-).
Details
Course Length: One full day
Course Location: Gunnison, CO
Cost: $200 / per person (2 minimum, 6 maximum)
Bring: Your packraft, paddle, safety gear, river clothing, lunch and snacks
Classroom Topics
- Overview of Basics
- Advanced Equipment
- Advanced Rescue Techniques
- Rescue Scenarios
- Wilderness Trip Planning
- Bikerafting
- Open Water
- Risk Management
Lunch
We have limited availabilities. If our calendar does not line up with yours, please reach out as we are happy to schedule private instruction with a couple people or more.
Field Topics
- Advanced River Running
- Self and Assisted Rescue
- Paddling Techniques
- Running Safety
- Portaging
- Scouting
- Maneuvering, Bracing and Edging
- Reading and Running