Equipment

To maximize learning potential, each participant paddles a single kayak during the course.

• Three varieties of single kayaks are provided:
• Seaward Chinook TX
• Seaward Cosma TX
• Seaward Tyee TX

Double kayaks are not used during our course, as leadership opportunities are significantly diminished when paddling in the bow of a double.

Our kayaks are extremely strong and seaworthy; they come fully equipped with a paddle and spare paddle, a Canadian Coast Guard approved PFD (lifejacket), a Brooks neoprene sprayskirt, a bilge pump and foot-operated rudder, as well as sealed bulkheads and two hatches.  An adjustable, padded backrest provides comfort for touring.

Course participants are provided with the choice of a wide variety of paddles, including; lightweight Aqua-Bound carbon straight-shaft paddles, as well as finely-crafted Bending Branches wood paddles in both straight and bent-shaft.

Our paddle selection ranges in length from 210 cm to 240 cm.

We provide high quality Extrasport Retroglide PFDs (Personal Floatation Devices). Enjoy the benefits of wearing this comfortable and fully adjustable Coast Guard approved PFD.

The tents provided are expedition-tested shelters constructed by Mountain Safety Research (MSR).  Each course participant is provided with a Fusion 2 as their private tent.  As an option, friends may request to share one of our larger SuperFusion 3 tents during the course.

Additional equipment provided includes; a chart case, deck compass and laminated tide tables for use during the course, plus a Rite in the Rain notebook for each participant to keep.

Participants bring their own mirrored, declination-adjusting orienteering compass and a laminated navigational chart of the region.

A detailed clothing & equipment list will be provided upon registration.  Arriving with appropriate outdoor clothing is essential to each participant's comfort and safety during the course.