Henry Horton State Park

Description: ACA Level 4 Swift Water Rescue Class

Location: Henry Horton State Park

Join us for an ACA Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue course at Henry Horton presented by Landmark Learning. The course will run from 8am to 5 pm on May 30th and 31st. This two-day comprehensive workshop includes hands-on practice time and advanced rescue techniques. Information is tied together at the end of the course with a mock rescue scenario. Course objectives will include:

• Promote proactive prevention of river accidents and injuries
• Develop and practice key self-rescue skills
• Identify and avoid river hazards by understanding hydrology, hazards, and river features
• Focus on fast, low-risk strategies for early management of river accidents
• Develop and practice methods for recovering swimmers, and loose boats and equipment
• Develop and practice more advanced rope-based and in-water skills
• Gain experience using the rescue PFD, and understand it’s strengths and weaknesses
• Utilize rescue scene management principles needed within a paddling group

Please see the course outline for more information regarding course material.

Because of commuting time to and from river sites, participants should plan to pack their lunches each day, to maximize time in class. Bringing plenty of snacks and water, layers and dry clothes is important, as folks get cold each afternoon with the amount of time in the water practicing skills. Please review the ACA Gear List to best prepare for a comfortable experience.

There are no examination requirements at the close of this course, however attendance, participation, acquisition of skills, and ability to work in a group will be monitored throughout the course. Students who are active ACA members at the time of their course can request a Skills Assessment from their instructor.

Class will end between 5PM and 6PM on the last day of the course. Please do not plan to leave before then, or make travel plans requiring an earlier departure.

Lodging is not included in the program cost but is available onsite. For information about hotel rooms or cabins on park please visit our website or call (888) 867-2757. For information about camping sites please visit our website or call (931) 364-2222.

Please read the essential eligibility criteria document to ensure this course is fit for your skill level prior to signing up.

Event Document:   Essential Eligibility Criteria