Field trip: Waterfall Canyoning Course
Personal Movement in Water - Group C - Snoqualmie River: Powerhouse to Plum Landing
Learn the dynamics of whitewater and how to assist others in hydraulic and other water obstacles.
Contacts
- Wed, Jul 14, 2021
- Seattle Canyoning Committee
- Canyoning
- Adults
- Moderate
- Mileage: 1.0 mi
- FULL (6 capacity)
- FULL (4 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Students - meet at 9:30am at Plum #1 River Access Point - Snoqualmie River
Instructors - meet at 9am
Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/j7Z8aceEDP64yX4F8
Please note: a Discover Pass is required to park at Plum #1. A one-day pass is $11.50 and can be purchased/printed here: https://store.discoverpass.wa.gov/shop/daypass
Whitewater poses a unique hazard in aquatic canyons, requiring knowledge of ways to move through current, identifying obstacles such as hydraulics, and managing ropes and rigging safely for whitewater. In this module, students will develop water movement skills specific to a canyon environment. We'll practice swimming in current, ferry angles, as well as aggressive and defensive swimming. We'll practice partner assistance, diving, swimming release and managing heat and cold injury. We'll discuss the important considerations around flotation and pack management for safe descent in a narrow aquatic canyon environment.
Pre-Work
- V7 Level 1, Section 9
- V7 Level 2, Sections 7 & 9
Badges
students will earn:
Basic Canyon Whitewater
instructors will earn:
Required Equipment
Wetsuits required for this module. Arrive prepared to put your wet suit on (we recommend wearing a bathing suit underneath).
Please bring:
- Your harness with all hardware/accessories, wetsuit, helmet, neoprene socks, canyon shoes, swim suit
- Lunch and snacks (ideally together in a large ziploc bag).
- Drybag for your hiking clothes once we reach the top of the canyon (if you have one. We can provide a shared drybag or canyon keg for those that do not have one).
- Sunscreen
- Towel and dry clothes for the drive home