ORL 152 — Beginning Whitewater Raft Guide
Students in this class will learn how to logistically organize their own rafting trips. Students will enhance their ability to navigate intermediate whitewater as the guide of an inflatable raft. Students will be prepared for entry level work as commercial guides. Content includes group organization, guide commands, giving a safety talk, safety and rescue, fundamental hydrology, and raft guiding techniques. Ninety percent of class time is spent on the river. Students must be prepared for participation in all types of weather on a variety of whitewater rivers.