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 few hours of classroom discussion, followed by a lengthy field session on the Class III Toothahce section of the Roaring Fork River
Details
Course Length: One full day
Course Location: Aspen, 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
Our intermediate courses will be offered once per month through the 2022 season. If you are interested in booking a course at this time, please contact us and we will schedule you in as we solidify our dates.
Field Topics
- Advanced River Running
- Self and Assisted Rescue
- Paddling Techniques
- Running Safety
- Portaging
- Scouting
- Maneuvering, Bracing and Edging
- Reading and Running