Basic Canyon Whitewater

DESCRIPTION OF SKILLS

The holder of this badge has demonstrated a basic understanding and ability to move in canyon whitewater. The holder has demonstrated:

• Ability to swim in current
• Ability to identify basic water features including:
  • Eddies
  • Recirculating pools
  • Siphons
• Ability to throw a rescue rope to assist a teammate
• Ability to execute a swimming rappel release

WHAT DOES THIS BADGE ALLOW ME TO DO?

This badge is required to participate in Mountaineers Intermediate Canyoning trips, and is a pre-requisite for many advanced canyoning courses.

HOW DO I GET THIS BADGE?

This badge can be acquired through some beginning and most intermediate canyon courses. Those with prior experience can demonstrate proficiency to a Mountaineers Canyon Leader or Assistant Leader to receive the badge.