Kayak and Canoe Safety Tips
1. Take an on-water Course -
whether it's a safety or skill development course, an ACA on-water
instruction course provides the information you need for canoeing,
kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, rafting or safety & rescue.
2. Wear
Your Lifejacket - Expect to capsize and
swim occasionally when paddling a canoe, kayak, SUP or raft? Learn more
about PFDs and how they might just save your life.
3.
Cold Water Safety - Cold water is extremely
dangerous! Learn more about protecting yourself in this environment
4.
Rules of the Road - What paddlers need to
know when sharing the waterways
5.
Safety Check - Safety tips you need to consider
the next time you head out on the water
In
addition to the "Top Five" here are 5 more to round out the "Top Ten"!
6.
Practices, Ethics and Conduct
- Key points on how to appropriately share, and enjoy our natural
paddling resources
7.
Know Your Limits - Good things to contemplate before
you leave shore
8.
River Paddler's Guide to Rescue
- The basics, just in case...
9.
Best Practices for Paddlers and Paddlesports
Programs
10.
Trip Preparation and Planning
- Getting ready to schedule your next trip? Learn more useful tips
Rules Of The River
The river is used by many.
Please respect all people you encounter.
When coming upon a fishermen,
please try and go behind them.
If unable, pass to the shore
furthest away.
Take care of all the garbage
that you brought with you.
Respect private property.
Nearly all land along river is private.
If you see someone in need of
help, offer aid.
