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Cold Water Workshop

Date and Time

Sunday, April 28, 2024, 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada) (UTC-06:00)

Location

Lake Waconia, North end of boat ramp
7260 County Rd 155
Waconia, MN  55387
USA

Event Contact(s)

Steve Lindeman

Category

Skill Building

Registration Info

Registration is required

Capacity

25 Total Slots
11 Available Slot(s)

About this event

Join Inland Sea Kayakers’ annual cold water workshop event. This is a good event to start your paddling season. 

You will have the opportunity to do the following in cold water and in a controlled environment:

  • Learn about the dangers and symptoms of Hypothermia
  • Get advice on cold water gear
  • Test your gear for the season
  • See what it is like to be in cold water
  • Practice:
    • Wet exits
    • T-rescues
    • Self-Rescues
    • Rolling

Required gear:

  • Kayak with bulkheads (or float bags) and deck lines
  • Spray skirt
  • Paddle
  • PFD
  • Immersion wear – a dry suit is HIGHLY recommended, wet suit is minimum. Warm shoes, gloves, head gear, underlayers, etc.
  • Paddle float
  • Pump
  • Whistle
  • Water bottles
  • Extra dry clothes and jacket
  • Food and warm drinks