Intermediate Hard Shell Kayaking
Saturday, June 6, 2026 9:00am (6 hrs), 12 students max.
This intermediate clinic will cover moving water skills in Class III whitewater and how to become more comfortable paddling harder stretches of river. We will cover more advanced reading water skills such as identifying friendly and unfriendly holes and rocks, on-the-water safety, some basic boat-to-boat rescue techniques, when and how to scout a rapid, how to make your paddle strokes more efficient, and the basics of surfing and side surfing small waves and holes. We will review bracing, edge control and carving, ferrying, peel outs, and eddy turns and practice these skills in faster water than the beginner course. If there is enough interest and time, we will also cover backwards ferrying, peel outs, and eddy turns, which come in handy when you least expect it!
Lead Instructors: Jamie Pister & Marie Egoot
Prerequisites: Be very comfortable paddling Class II (e.g. the day stretch of the Chama) and be able to describe and/or demonstrate the steps of a wet exit. A roll is not required, but is strongly recommended for this clinic.
Clinic Cost: $40.00
Adobe Whitewater Club Membership:
You must be a member of the Adobe Whitewater Club to participate in the clinic. It’s only $15! Join here.
Event Insurance & Signed Waiver are MANDATORY
If you are a member of the American Canoe Association, event insurance is included in your membership. You will need to provide your membership number and expiration date when registering.
If you are NOT a member of the American Canoe Association, event insurance is $10/person and can be purchased here or when you check out.
All participants will be required to sign a waiver. A parent or guardian must sign for participants under 18 years old.
Equipment needed: Kayak, paddle, spray skirt, type III PFD, whitewater helmet (bicycle helmets not allowed), whistle, footwear that will protect your feet (no flip-flops), appropriate clothing for cold water and changing conditions, lunch/snacks, water, sun protection, a change of clothes.
email awc.clinics@gmail.com for more inquires.