ADV 105 - Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Institution:

Washington County Community College

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Description:

This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of paddle sports and will focus on sea kayak and lake kayak safety. Students will learn the basics of boat design, basic paddling skills and safety considerations for paddling on fresh- and salt-water environments. The course will include a kayak safety rescue clinic as well as basic waterway navigation. This course is a pre-requisite for the sea kayak guide course. Maintaining a reasonable level of physical fitness and enthusiasm for the outdoors is essential.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wccc.me.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 454-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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