How do you navigate in white water rapids?
Whitewater Rafting: Tips to Better Navigate the Rapids
- Team work. Every single person in the raft will paddle; no exceptions.
- Know the difference between water levels. Depth will vary.
- Hold the paddle right. The inside hand of each paddler (on the side of the boat) should be holding the top of the paddle.
How do you steer a river raft?
You steer the raft like the treads of a tank. The people on the right tube are the right tread, the left side people are the left tread. To turn right the right side people paddle backward and the left side people paddle forwards. Once the raft is pointed in the direction you want to go everyone paddles forward.
What do you do if you fall out of a white water raft?
If you end up falling out of the raft during your rafting trip, do the following:
- Grab the raft.
- Face your raft during the rescue.
- Bring your legs up to the surface of the water.
- Point your feet downstream.
- Look out for a rope.
- Wait for calm waters before moving over.
How do I become a good raft guide?
- Being a good guide takes more than just an great ability to navigate rivers.
- They bring people together.
- A genuine interest guests’ well-being.
- The ability to remain calm under pressure and suck up adversity is another powerful trait of a good guide.
- They have a very high level of patience.
What are the commands for white water rafting?
The commands I use: forward, back paddle, right turn, left turn, stop, get down, back-on-the-job, over right and over left. Both “overs” start with the same word but it usually isn’t a problem since they are most often called to move to the downstream side of the raft.
Where should I sit on a white water raft?
Seat– Stay on the outer rim of the boat for the best balance, unless your guide instructs you to get down. Paddle– Believe it or not, sticking your paddle in the water provides an extra bracing point. So when the waves get harder, paddling harder will help keep them from tossing you into the rapids.
How do you float rapids?
Always float on your back with your face out of the water. All the while, keep your feet at or above the surface of the water. Keep your arms out to the side to help slow down and maneuver in the river. Be aware of your position in relation to the raft.
Are you strapped in when you go white water rafting?
Brace Yourself in the Raft Unless you’re looking for a swim, keep yourself planted firmly in the boat. You will have 3 main points of balance: Feet– keep your front foot tucked lightly under the air tube in front of you, or in the foot hold if you’re in the front of the raft.