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Swiftwater Rescue Instruction, Montana's River Rescue Leader Since 1995
Spring 2010 Classes are being scheduled now. Call 406-240-0560 to Register.
More information on our blog: www.riverrescue.blogspot.com
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SWIFT WATER RESCUE TECHNICIAN (SRT 1) is an intensive 24 hour class with one day of classroom instruction followed by two days developing and practicing skills on the river. While the initial emphasis is safety & self rescue, the class offers an in-depth look at reading water, recognizing and avoiding hazards, quick rescue techniques, riverboarding, boat-based rescues, dealing with boat wraps and entrapments, technical rescue systems, and a variety of practical scenarios. We analyze footage of actual river rescues in the classroom and progress from a solid foundation of rescue skills and practice into rescue scenarios on the river. The class is challenging, fun and tailored to the students needs. A manual, test, patch, I.D. card, and certification are included. The SRT-1 class is 3 days and is compliant to NFPA standards 1670 and 1006 for professional rescuers and firefighters. Tuition: $335
WHITE WATER RESCUE TECHNICIAN: A two and a half day course designed for raft guides and private boaters, the Whitewater Rescue Technician (WRT 1) is a 20 hour class with a half day of classroom instruction followed by two days developing and practicing skills on the river. While the initial emphasis is safety & self rescue, the class offers an in-depth look at reading water, recognizing and avoiding hazards, quick rescue techniques, boat-based rescues, dealing with boat wraps and entrapments, technical rescue systems, and a variety of practical scenarios. We analyze footage of actual river rescues in the classroom and progress from a solid foundation of rescue skills and practice into rescue scenarios on the river. The class is challenging, fun and tailored to the students needs. A manual, test, patch, I.D. card, and certification are included. Cost: $295
 WILDERNESS FIRST AID AND RIVER RESCUE
Instructors from Aerie Backcountry Medicine and Montana River Guides are offering unique two to three day classes that cobine Wilderness First Aid and Swiftwater Rescue instruction. We integrate these two dynamic disciplines into a class that is information-packed, fast-paced, challenging and fun. We progress from a solid foundation of first aid and river rescue fundamentals into hands-on skills practice that culminates in a variety of rescue and medical scenarios on the river.
WHITEWATER FIRST RESPONDER
This course is a 16 hour course designed for students with limited knowledge and use of the river. The WFR has four hours of classroom and 12 hours of practicing and developing the skills on the river. The emphasis is safety & self rescue, with an in-depth look at reading water, recognizing and avoiding hazards, quick rescue techniques, and a variety of practical scenarios. A test, I.D. card, and certification are included. Cost: $195
RIVER RESCUE -SKILLS REFRESHER
This one-day course is designed for the Swiftwater Rescuer in need of a tune-up. Whether you are a professional fire fighter, or recreational boater, you probably need to practice your skills. We tailor this course to your needs and your river. We can provide you with challenging scenarios that will leave you with a renewed confidence in your skills. Cost: $120
Equipment: You will need a full wetsuit or drysuit; a pair of neoprene booties and gloves, a helmet (w/skullcap or beanie/hat); and a lifejacket. Personal equipment rentals are available from Montana River Guides for $25 the first day of class. Bring lunch, water and extra dry, warm top & bottom layers such as fleece and polypropelene.
Registration: Register by calling or emailing to confirm space in the class. We require a 50% deposit to hold your spot. Just give us a credit card number or send the deposit and your contact information to: Montana River Guides, 761 Hidden Valley Rd, Florence, MT 59831. Agency billing can be arranged over the phone. If the course is cancelled or you cancel more than three weeks prior to the class a full refund will be made. Otherwise you forfeit your deposit. For specific directions, a class outline, and lodging info, call Mike or Cody, at (406)-240-0560 or 1-800-381-RAFT.
CHECK OUT OUR BLOG: www.riverrescue.blogspot.com
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