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Train-the-Trainer - Commencement Bay

Important training for those wishing to help out in the Basic Sea Kayaking Class

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Michael Everett
Michael Everett
Primary Leader
  • Sea Kayak III
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 7.0 nm
  • Maximum Wind: 15 kts
  • Maximum Waves: 2 ft
  • Maximum Currents: 1 kts
  • Pace: easy

Interested in helping to teach in this year's Basic Sea Kayak Course pool and/or lake sessions?  This class is designed to help brush up on how to teach the skills we will be teaching to our Basic Class students. 

You should hold the Basic Sea Kayaking badge, or equivalency. Last year's graduates are encouraged to participate; you will find the information helpful to hear a second time, and we can use you as a helper! Expect to be mostly a "safety boater", but you still might get a chance to do some demonstrating and coaching. Note that some of our techniques evolve and it is good to get learn the latest. There will be an emphasis on how to rescue a paddler in trouble, for obvious safety reasons. This might be your first opportunity to learn these techniques.

Dress for immersion- you WILL get wet practicing rescues. Neoprene hood is a good idea. Bring a CAG, poncho, or equivalent so you stay warm when standing around onshore. Bring lunch.

Wheels are a recommendation. 

Most of the day will be spent with the lead instructors doing the refresh. Likely done by 2 PM.

Owen Beach, Ready to paddle (drysuit to waist), boats on shore, at 9 AM.

Route/Place

Commencement Bay


  • Sea Trails Vashon Island, Tacoma Narrows to Elliot Bay WA203
    MapTech Oak Bay to Commencement Bay No. 102
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Normal kayaking equipment for a day paddle. Drysuit required. Most can be left in your car, as we won't be traveling far from the beach.

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