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SUMMARY:PRO-I Swiftwater | Hope\, AK May 9-10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course in Hope\, AK. This PRO-level course is designed for those who need certification for employment\, such as professional guides or field based personnel. Additionally\, it’s open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace\, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics\, swimming\, and terminology. If you don’t have prior swiftwater training\, consider the REC-I course\, which is better suited for beginners and moving at more of a moderate pace. We will conduct a practical exam on day one\, and students must demonstrate proficiency to continue. Learn more about our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course and the curriculum designed for commercial guides and outdoor professionals. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: This course targets professionals wishing to pursue the PRO track. It’s ideal for commercial river guides\, SAR members\, technical rescue team members\, and others looking to advance their swiftwater rescue skills. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Required \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day PRO-I course\, with 2 hours of online training required before the course start. The in-field training spans 8 hours each day\, totaling 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: May 9-10\, 2026 \nWHERE: Hope\, AK \nFIELD SITE: Six Mile Creek \nINSTRUCTOR: Neil Cheesewright \n PREREQUISITES:  \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 provides details about the gear you will need. As an SSI student\, you can access student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register you’ll have access to the shop through your SSI account. \nABOUT THIS COURSE  \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification course is designed for those requiring certification for employment\, such as professional river guides and other professionals. This course teaches rescue techniques\, focusing on limited resources in various river settings. It meets the needs of professional river guides\, USFS\, NPS\, Search and Rescue teams\, field biologists\, and BLM employees. Additionally\, the course is open to recreational river users wishing to train on the PRO track and gain access to the PRO-II course\, not available through the REC track. \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification course focuses on personal safety\, decision-making\, risk management\, and problem-solving in a team environment with limited resources and communication with outside parties. This course is tailored for varying skill levels. Whether you’re a professional guide or a seasonal contractor\, you’ll benefit from the rescue techniques and concepts covered in this course. \n 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-i-swiftwater-hope-ak-may-9-10-2026/
LOCATION:Chugach Outdoor Center\, 28069 Hope Hwy\, Hope\, AK\, 99605\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRO-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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SUMMARY:PRO-I Swiftwater | Bend\, OR May 9-10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course in Bend\, OR. This PRO-level course is designed for those who need certification for employment\, such as professional guides or field based personnel. Additionally\, it’s open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace\, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics\, swimming\, and terminology. If you don’t have prior swiftwater training\, consider the REC-I course\, which is better suited for beginners and moving at more of a moderate pace. We will conduct a practical exam on day one\, and students must demonstrate proficiency to continue. Learn more about our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course and the curriculum designed for commercial guides and outdoor professionals. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: This course targets professionals wishing to pursue the PRO track. It’s ideal for commercial river guides\, SAR members\, technical rescue team members\, and others looking to advance their swiftwater rescue skills. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Required \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day PRO-I course\, with 2 hours of online training required before the course start. The in-field training spans 8 hours each day\, totaling 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: May 9-10\, 2026 \nWHERE: Bend\, OR \nFIELD SITE: Deschutes River \nINSTRUCTOR: Ryan Binzley \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 provides details about the gear you will need. As an SSI student\, you can access student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register you’ll have access to the shop through your SSI account. \nABOUT THIS COURSE:  \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification Course is designed for those requiring certification for employment\, such as professional river guides and other professionals. This course teaches rescue techniques\, focusing on limited resources in various river settings. It meets the needs of professional river guides\, USFS\, NPS\, Search and Rescue teams\, field biologists\, and BLM employees. Additionally\, the course is open to recreational river users wishing to train on the PRO track and gain access to the PRO-II course\, not available through the REC track. \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification course focuses on personal safety\, decision-making\, risk management\, and problem-solving in a team environment with limited resources and communication with outside parties. This course is tailored for varying skill levels. Whether you’re a professional guide or a seasonal contractor\, you’ll benefit from the rescue techniques and concepts covered in this course. \n 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-i-swiftwater-bend-or-may-9-10-2026/
LOCATION:Sun Country Tours\, 531 SW 13th St\, Bend\, OR\, 97702\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRO-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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SUMMARY:PRO-I Swiftwater | Banks\, ID May 9-10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course in Banks\, ID. This PRO-level course is designed for those who need certification for employment\, such as professional guides or field based personnel. Additionally\, it’s open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace\, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics\, swimming\, and terminology. If you don’t have prior swiftwater training\, consider the REC-I course\, which is better suited for beginners and moving at more of a moderate pace. We will conduct a practical exam on day one\, and students must demonstrate proficiency to continue. Learn more about our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course and the curriculum designed for commercial guides and outdoor professionals. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: This course targets professionals wishing to pursue the PRO track. It’s ideal for commercial river guides\, SAR members\, technical rescue team members\, and others looking to advance their swiftwater rescue skills. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Required \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day PRO-I course\, with 2 hours of online training required before the course start. The in-field training spans 8 hours each day\, totaling 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: May 9-10\, 2026 \nWHERE: Banks\, ID \nFIELD SITE: NF Payette River \nINSTRUCTOR: Karen Morse \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 provides details about the gear you will need. As an SSI student\, you can access student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register you’ll have access to the shop through your SSI account. \nABOUT THIS COURSE:  \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification Course is designed for those requiring certification for employment\, such as professional river guides and other professionals. This course teaches rescue techniques\, focusing on limited resources in various river settings. It meets the needs of professional river guides\, USFS\, NPS\, Search and Rescue teams\, field biologists\, and BLM employees. Additionally\, the course is open to recreational river users wishing to train on the PRO track and gain access to the PRO-II course\, not available through the REC track. \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification course focuses on personal safety\, decision-making\, risk management\, and problem-solving in a team environment with limited resources and communication with outside parties. This course is tailored for varying skill levels. Whether you’re a professional guide or a seasonal contractor\, you’ll benefit from the rescue techniques and concepts covered in this course. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-i-swiftwater-banks-id-may-9-10-2026/
LOCATION:Banks\, ID\, Banks\, ID\, 83602\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRO-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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SUMMARY:PRO-I Swiftwater | Jackson\, WY May 9-10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course in Jackson\, WY. This PRO-level course is designed for those who need certification for employment\, such as professional guides or field based personnel. Additionally\, it’s open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace\, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics\, swimming\, and terminology. If you don’t have prior swiftwater training\, consider the REC-I course\, which is better suited for beginners and moving at more of a moderate pace. We will conduct a practical exam on day one\, and students must demonstrate proficiency to continue. Learn more about our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course and the curriculum designed for commercial guides and outdoor professionals. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: This course targets professionals wishing to pursue the PRO track. It’s ideal for commercial river guides\, SAR members\, technical rescue team members\, and others looking to advance their swiftwater rescue skills. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Required \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day PRO-I course\, with 2 hours of online training required before the course start. The in-field training spans 8 hours each day\, totaling 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: May 9-10\, 2026 \nWHERE: Jackson\, WY \nFIELD SITE: Snake and Hoback Rivers \nINSTRUCTOR: Corry Jones \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 provides details about the gear you will need. As an SSI student\, you can access student pricing in the SSI Gear Shop! Once you register you’ll have access to the shop through your SSI account. \nABOUT THIS COURSE:  \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification Course is designed for those requiring certification for employment\, such as professional river guides and other professionals. This course teaches rescue techniques\, focusing on limited resources in various river settings. It meets the needs of professional river guides\, USFS\, NPS\, Search and Rescue teams\, field biologists\, and BLM employees. Additionally\, the course is open to recreational river users wishing to train on the PRO track and gain access to the PRO-II course\, not available through the REC track. \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification course focuses on personal safety\, decision-making\, risk management\, and problem-solving in a team environment with limited resources and communication with outside parties. This course is tailored for varying skill levels. Whether you’re a professional guide or a seasonal contractor\, you’ll benefit from the rescue techniques and concepts covered in this course. \n 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-i-swiftwater-jackson-wy-may-9-10-2026/
LOCATION:Jackson\, WY\, Jackson\, WY\, 83002\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRO-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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SUMMARY:PRO-I Swiftwater (Dave Hansen) | Jackson\, WY May 9-10\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is closed to open enrollment and available to Dave Hansen Whitewater group only.  \nJoin our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course in Jackson\, WY. This PRO-level course is designed for those who need certification for employment\, such as professional guides or field based personnel. Additionally\, it’s open to recreational river users who wish to train at a faster pace\, designed for the PRO track. You must already have intermediate to advanced skills in river flow mechanics\, swimming\, and terminology. If you don’t have prior swiftwater training\, consider the REC-I course\, which is better suited for beginners and moving at more of a moderate pace. We will conduct a practical exam on day one\, and students must demonstrate proficiency to continue. Learn more about our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course and the curriculum designed for commercial guides and outdoor professionals. \nCOURSE DETAILS \nWHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: This course targets professionals wishing to pursue the PRO track. It’s ideal for commercial river guides\, SAR members\, technical rescue team members\, and others looking to advance their swiftwater rescue skills. \nONLINE COMPONENT: Yes – Required \nNFPA 1006 & 2500 COMPLIANT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: This is a 2-day PRO-I course\, with 2 hours of online training required before the course start. The in-field training spans 8 hours each day\, totaling 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: May 9-10\, 2026 \nWHERE: Jackson\, WY \nFIELD SITE: Snake Rivers (exact location TBD) \nINSTRUCTOR: Alex Nelson \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\nABOUT THIS COURSE:  \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification Course is designed for those requiring certification for employment\, such as professional river guides and other professionals. This course teaches rescue techniques\, focusing on limited resources in various river settings. It meets the needs of professional river guides\, USFS\, NPS\, Search and Rescue teams\, field biologists\, and BLM employees. Additionally\, the course is open to recreational river users wishing to train on the PRO track and gain access to the PRO-II course\, not available through the REC track. \nThe Swiftwater Rescue Certification course focuses on personal safety\, decision-making\, risk management\, and problem-solving in a team environment with limited resources and communication with outside parties. This course is tailored for varying skill levels. Whether you’re a professional guide or a seasonal contractor\, you’ll benefit from the rescue techniques and concepts covered in this course. \n 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-i-swiftwater-jackson-wy-may-9-10-2026-2/
LOCATION:Jackson\, WY\, Jackson\, WY\, 83002\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRO-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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