This beginner’s course for sea kayaking is for people who would like to become part of a lead group on one or multi-day sea kayaking trips. It is also a prerequisite for anyone without kayaking experience to join a multi-day sea kayaking with Unexplored Scotland. Participants will learn how to efficiently paddle, get in and out of a sea kayak know what to do in case of a capsize. It will also cover other theoretical aspects.
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The course will cover the following aspects of sea kayaking:
At the end of the course, you should also receive a Paddle Discover Award. This will enable you to proof your experience to other providers.
Loch Oich
9:00am
Meet at Loch Oich and introductions.
Running the practical part of the course. learn all the skills required for a multi-day sea kayaking trip and for the Paddle Start Award.
pack equipment and hold the theory part of the course and have a review with every individual.
Wrap up and finish the day.
