Hey guys
I'm looking at organising a safety and rescue training weekend for the weekend of the 16/17 January - the weekend just before college starts back. It will be most likely taking place on the Annamoe/Avonmore. The plan is to have a number of instructors there on the weekend so that we can divide you all into small groups.
The general plan for the weekend would be:
Day One - Saturday: General river safety and awareness, rescue techniques and skills, rope work - all suitable to rivers of Grade 2/3 difficulty.
Day Two - Sunday: A number of different scenarios taking place during a river trip - putting the rescue skills into practice.
The training would be suitable for anyone at Level 3 Skills standard looking to learn about river safety and rescue, as well as any more experienced paddlers who want to improve or practice their rescue skills. The more experienced people will most likely have covered most or all of the material on the first day before, but I think it would be good for these people to come along and take part, as scenarios are a great way of applying the skills you have to a rescue situation in a safe environment.
We'll most likely organise accommodation down in Laragh for the weekend, just so we can get an early start, and to save people driving to Dublin and back a few times.
Cost of the weekend will be low. Any costs will be subsidized by the club, so I'll let you know exact cost closer to the time.
Post up here if you're interested. I'm just trying to get an idea of numbers at the moment.
Also if there's anyone who'd like to give a hand on the days, post up here or pm me or give me a shout on 087 9779231. If anyone has any questions about it give me a shout too.
Cheers - see ye in Kerry!!
Matt
