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SUMMARY:ER Test Clover Event Open
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URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/er-test-clover-event-open/
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SUMMARY:2026 Risk Management Training
DESCRIPTION:Training must be completed by March 15\, 2026.
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/2026-risk-management-training/
LOCATION:Jackson\, WY\, Jackson\, WY\, 83002\, United States
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SUMMARY:REC-I Swiftwater | Marblemount\, WA April 9-10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:This entry-level swiftwater rescue in Marblemount\, WA is designed for individuals looking to gain experience in moving water. The REC-I swiftwater rescue is tailored to meet participants’ goals\, guiding novice students through risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. This course is ideal for recreational enthusiasts with varying experience levels. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: Recreational boaters wanting to expand their knowledge on river rescue and risk management. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Optional \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day recreational course\, with 2 hours of optional online training before the course start. The in-field training spans 8 hours each day\, totaling 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: April 9-10\, 2026 \nWHERE: Marblemount\, WA \nFIELD SITE: Skagit and/or Sauk Rivers depending on conditions \nINSTRUCTOR: Luke Baugh \nPREREQUISITES:  \n\nProficient swimmer\nPhysically capable\nDesire to learn\nAll of the necessary PPE\nMeet all Essential Eligibility Criteria\n\nGEAR FOR THIS COURSE: \nThe welcome packet provides gear details. As an SSI student\, you’ll receive access to student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register\, you’ll be able to shop through your SSI account. \nABOUT THIS COURSE:  \nThis swiftwater rescue course is designed for entry-level and intermediate recreational boaters\, focusing on developing fundamental skills in risk management and decision-making in swiftwater environments. SSI structures this course to align with participants’ goals\, guiding students through risk management and decision-making in a swiftwater setting. This course is tailored for enthusiasts with varied experience levels. The curriculum prioritizes practical\, hands-on training and may include an introduction to basic mechanical advantage principles\, depending on time and the instructor’s discretion. However\, advanced rigging techniques are not covered\, but essential skills are\, making this course ideal for recreational boaters and anyone seeking essential rescue skills for river activities. \n 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/rec-i-swiftwater-marblemount-wa-april-8-9-2026/
LOCATION:Marblemount\, WA\, 60076 State Route 20\, Marblemount\, WA\, 98267\, United States
CATEGORIES:REC-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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SUMMARY:PRO-SAR Swiftwater | Bangor\, ME - April 10-12\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:This NFPA Swiftwater Technician course in Bangor\, ME is designed as the dominant course to get agencies and responders the training needed to become competent responders in a swift water environment. Space is limited to 16 students. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS IS FOR: Agency members or those requiring NFPA compliant training for employment/response. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Required \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: Yes \nCOURSE FORMAT: 3-day NFPA Technician Level course with 2 hours of online training prior to start date. Additionally\, there will be 8 hours of in-field training each day\, making the total class length 26 hours. \nWHEN: April 10-12\, 2026 \nWHERE: Bangor\, ME \nFIELD SITE: Kenduskeag and Soudabscook Streams \nPREREQUISITES:  \n\nProficient swimmer\nPhysically capable\nDesire to learn\nPass online training with a minimum 80%\nAll of the necessary PPE\nMeet all Essential Eligibility Criteria\n\nGEAR FOR THIS COURSE:\nThe welcome packet details the gear you will need for this course. As an SSI student\, you get access to student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register you’ll have access to the shop through your SSI account. \nABOUT THIS COURSE: \nThis 3-day NFPA Swiftwater Technician level course generally comprises 2 hours of classroom instruction each morning to front-load the day’s objectives. Subsequently\, this will be immediately followed up with developing and practicing technical water and rope rescue skills throughout the remainder of the day. The initial emphasis is on self-rescue and hazard avoidance. Moreover\, other objectives include hydrology\, hazards and obstacles\, basic rescue equipment\, setting up basic rope systems\, controlling in-water contact rescues\, extrication\, site control\, and scene management\, as well as understanding the common terminology related to all swift water rescue deployments. \nFurthermore\, personnel taking the course must complete a technical level ropes course to fulfill all training objectives for swiftwater Operations and Technician\, which is the responsibility of the agency/personnel taking the course. Additionally\, we will execute all in-water JPR’s training during our PRO-SAR NFPA Swiftwater Technician course under the NFPA framework.
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-sar-swiftwater-bangor-me-april-10-12-2026/
LOCATION:Bangor\, ME\, Bangor\, ME\, ME\, 04401
CATEGORIES:PRO-SAR (NFPA 1006 & 2500 Compliant) Info
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SUMMARY:Advanced Packraft | Riggins\, ID April 10 - 12\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:This three day Advanced Packraft course is designed for packrafters who have a regular habit of “playing” on the river through class III – III+ rapids. This includes catching small\, technical eddies\, punching waves and laterals and choosing/executing lines that may not be the easiest point-and-shoot routes through rapids. You should be competent in self-rescue as well as companion rescue 100% of the time\, be comfortable with throw bags and be competent in righting a loaded packraft in moving water. \nSpace is limited to 6 students and will be taught by SSI lead instructor\, Zak Sears. Class fills up fast\, so register early! \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Optional (but highly recommended) \nCOURSE FORMAT: 3-day field course with 2 hours of online training and three 8-hour in-field training days. Total class length: 26 hrs. \nWHEN: April 10 – 12\, 2026 \nWHERE: Riggins\, ID \nFIELD SITE: Little Salmon River – Riggins City Park \nCOURSE COSTS: $790 \nPREREQUISITES:\n1. A desire to learn\n2. Packraft\, paddle\, and all associated boating gear necessary\n3. Proficient swimmer\n4. Physically capable\n5. All of the listed PPE\n6. Meet all Essential Eligibility Criteria \nGEAR FOR THIS COURSE:\nThe welcome packet details the gear you will need for this course. As an SSI student\, you get access to student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register you’ll have access to the shop through your SSI account. \nDrysuits Required \nABOUT THIS COURSE: \nLearn and practice more advanced techniques required for running more technical (Class III and up) whitewater. Students participating in this course will be competent and proficient in reading whitewater and safely paddling through Class II-III whitewater with minimal capsizes and eager to push themselves in order to improve their packraft paddling skills and comfort in more challenging and/or technical whitewater. Work on skills including Front Surfing\, Draw Strokes and Boat scouting / Horizon Line Paddling skills.
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/advanced-packraft-riggins-id-april-10-12-2026/
LOCATION:Advanced – Riggins\, ID\, Advanced - Riggins\, ID\, United States
CATEGORIES:Packrafting Paddling Course Info
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