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SUMMARY:Swiftwater Boat Operator | Diamond Creek\, AZ Aug 5-8\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Swiftwater Boat Operator is a 4 day course that is designed to take both novice and experienced on-water boat operators to the next level of operational proficiency. We have a 1:4 instructor craft to agency craft ratio\, and this allows our team of professional trainers to lead agency operators through navigational courses with progressive challenges and objectives. \nNFPA 1006 & 1670 COMPLIANT: NFPA 1006 Chapter 22 (2021 Version)\, USAR\, FEMA \nWHO THIS IS FOR: Agency personnel with response model capability of responding to flood or swift water events using powered watercraft. \nONLINE COMPONENT: No \nCOURSE FORMAT: We will start out on day 1 with pre-boat launch objectives in the classroom. We will be on the water all days of this course\, and our first day will be spent on water moving roughly 2-3 mph\, with a goal to maintain proper positioning in simulated flood water with foundational skills required for success in swift water. Day 2-4 will quickly progress to up running and down running class II and III rapids while under power as well as in “disabled mode” requiring assisted propulsion. \nWHEN: August 5-8\, 2026 \nWHERE: Diamond Creek\, AZ \nFIELD SITE: Colorado River \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\nAll agency personnel must have previously completed a PRO-I or equivalent.\nAgency watercraft with all necessary tool kits\, spare props\, fuel filters etc.\, You need to bring everything you would if you were responding to an actual event.\nMeet all Utah State Boating Regulations 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 Swiftwater Boat Operator course is designed and taught by professional instructors that actually work on USAR teams and recreate using motorized boats in a variety of river conditions from class I – IV. We don’t teach this course on ponds or lakes\, we teach this course in very dynamic river environments designed to challenge both instructor and students to make real-time decisions and take the training to the next level. It’s a progressive course over several days\, and we build on boat operation fundamentals to allow the student to gain confidence and critical driving skills with ample throttle time.
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/swiftwater-boat-operator-lees-ferry-az-aug-5-8-2026/
LOCATION:Diamond Creek\, AZ\, Diamond Creek\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Swiftwater Boat Operator (SBO) Info
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SUMMARY:PRO-I Swiftwater (CMU) | Grand Junction\, CO August 10-14\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please register through Colorado Mesa University school portal for this fall semester class – OREC 312 \nJoin our Swiftwater Rescue Certification course in Grand Junction\, CO. 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 that includes 2 hours of required online training completed prior to the course start\, plus 16 hours of in-field instruction\, for a total of 18 hours of class time. \nWHEN: August 10 – 14\, 2026 \nWHERE: Grand Junction\, CO \nFIELD SITE: Colorado River Ruby-Horsethief\, Montrose Whitewater Park \nINSTRUCTOR: Corry Jones \nPREREQUISITES:  \n\n Proficient swimmer\n Physically capable\n Desire to learn\n Pass online training with a minimum 80%\n All of the necessary PPE\n Meet 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. 
URL:https://www.swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com/ssi2-course/pro-i-swiftwater-grand-junction-co-august-10-14-2026/
LOCATION:Grand Junction\, CO\, Grand Junction\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:PRO-I Swiftwater Rescue Training Info
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