RE: [Paddlewise] Not Enough Rescue Practice

The East coast has the same situation Duane.  I am always disapppointed at
the "free rescue clinic" turnouts throughout the summer.  While we can't
force people to practice, it is certainly rewarding to assist someone who
has had a "close call" and is now very enthusiastic to learn and practice in
various conditions.

At the end of a day trip, I suggest everyone work on skills and rescues but
generally get the response that they don't want to "get wet" before they go
home.  Of course when I suggest rescue practice at the beginning of a
paddle, they don't want to "get wet" at the start of the day.  Trying to
coax folks to practice at lunch brings the response that they're too hungry
and need to eat or they're too full to move.  So, mostly I practice by
myself.

Debbie Reeves
Sandy Hook, NJ

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> From: 	Strosaker_at_aol.com[SMTP:Strosaker_at_aol.com]
> 
> During the last year and a half, I have hosted 4 rescue practice sessions
> for 
> kayaking clubs I am involved in.  The most recent one was today.  With a 
> membership over 500 between these clubs, you'd think that there would be a
> 
> lot people at these rescues practices.  Well, there isn't!  I have been 
> averaging about 7 people at each practice, and almost all of them have
> been 
> my best paddling buddies.
> 
> 
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