Course Overview
The focus of this 2 day Level 1 Certification from Rescue 3 Canada is on the necessary river skills and knowledge for recreational paddlers, and junior guides. It is the essential foundation of river rescue which is important for anyone working or playing on the river. Some of the skills included in this course are: scouting rapids, throwbag rescues, swimming rapids, preventing foot entrapment, shallow river crossing, and more.
Instruction is provided by Raven Rescue with Rescue 3 Canada as the certifying body.
Who is this Course for?
For those who play in a whitewater environment. No experience necessary.
Course Location
Our wilderness classroom is the beautiful Middle Madawaska River, located a short distance from our Resort, and just south of the town of Barry’s Bay, Ontario.
Costs
$309
All rentals included
From $80-$370. See below for various accommodation & meal packages
Accommodation + Meal Packages
Shared Lodge Plan* | $370
Shared Cabana Plan* | $370
Shared Glamping Plan* | $370
Dormitory Plan* | $310
Camping Plan | $280
Camping No Meals | $80
Check In
The evening before your course between 7 & 10pm
Check Out
7pm on the last day of your course
*For those booking for one for the Cabana, Lodge or Dorm: it is likely you will stay with other students of the same gender. As a wilderness resort we have chosen to not expand too far into our surrounding forest and therefore have limited indoor accommodations. To book a private room as an individual is an additional cost.
About our Meals
We take pride in serving healthy, hearty and delicious meals. As a proud member of FeastON, we source locally when possible and add our special touch with herbs and edible flowers from our own garden. Meals start with breakfast the first day of the course and include: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner plus an après-paddling snack. Coffee, tea and juice are complimentary. BYOB.
Locally roasted specialty coffee and homemade snacks can be purchased from our Riverside Shop & Café.
Group Discounts
We welcome groups of 5 or more at a discounted rate (conditions apply)
What do folks think of Rescue for River Runners?
It was my second year in a row for Rescue for River Runners course at MKC. As with last year the staff providing technical instruction was great and the warmth of the office and kitchen staff just add to the wonderful atmosphere.
David K
May 31-June 1, 2025
June 28 - 29, 2025
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