classes with top level instructors, is being offered in different disciplines and levels from beginner to instructor

candidates. There will be something for everyone. Get a friend and join in the fun. Look over the schedule find

what interest you and give a call to register for the class of your choice.

All questions call or e-mail Elizabeth O’Connor 631-563-6654 e-mail sksa@optonline.net

or Scotty Greifenberger 516-781-8889 camp phone number 845-3519802 e-mail scottcanoe@aol.com

Classes are 1/2 day, full day, or multi day

Space is limited so call early to reserve your place and save money with early registration discounts.

Full day classes: $150

Multi day classes: $ 125 per day

Equipment rental: $20 per day or $15 per day for multi day classes

If you register before April 15 - discount of $50 off multi day class, $25 off full day $10 off 1/2 day class

Before May 1 - discount of $25 off multi day class, $15off full day $5 off 1/2 day class

One discount per registration

Food and lodging are the responsibility of participants. A list of local lodging and directions available on web

site http://www.sksa-ltd.com/events.htm or http://aca-atlanticdivision.net/

The training week is being held at the ACA camp on Lake Sebago in Sloatsburg, New York. This camp is

located 32 miles north of New York City in Harriman State Park. It encompasses 15 acres of park land

decades. The camp is managed through the Atlantic Division Board of Directors camp committee.

As of March 8, 2006 these are the programs scheduled please check with us as more may be added soon.

Trip leader Training

not limited to si ton tops, recreation, folding and inflatable. Presentations include dressing to paddle

safely and potential paddling hazards. Simple rescues are demonstrated by the instructor combined

with the paddling skills practiced by students to maneuver safely and comfortable on still water

practice time will be included

kayak of the types designated as sit on tops, folding inflatable and recreational. There is more emphasis

on practicing a simple rescue sequence, understanding the very basic of tides and currents, use of

a compass , rules for paddling in channels with and without boat traffic, use of VHF radio and weather

radio and other emergency equipment.

in kayaks by Arctic peoples. The course is limited to sea kayaks with bulkheads of flotation in calm conditions.

The skills to be covered are unlimited rolling, stroke techniques, and history of Kayaking

Presentations include dressing to paddle safely and potential paddling hazards.

Practice of simple rescues and a basic set of paddling skills prepare students to maneuver

safely and comfortably on still. Due to the increase of time over Quick Start, the students

have more practice time and some of the presentations go into a little more depth.

prepare people to travel on semi-protected waters safely and efficiently. For freestyle

canoe the purpose is to develop advanced techniques for technical quiet water boat

control.

simple rescues. Basic information on dressing to paddle safely, potential hazards or also covered. This in

minimal skill set allowing paddler to safely and comfortable maneuver on still water.

American Canoe Association Instructor development workshops and certification examination for club level

instructors and professional outdoor educators. Combining all four Essentials level certifications, ACA Essentials

Kayak Touring, Canoe Touring, River Kayak and River Canoe, accommodates those who may need to

teach on both flat and moving water and in canoes, generally tandem, and solo kayaks. Certification in specific

watercraft and or venue will be available, as will Intro Kayak and Intro Canoe. Candidates not desiring

River certification may be able to leave camp Sebago the evening of 08 June.

bearings. Can you plotting course, calculating distance,time and speed, taking range. This

and more will all be apart of this course.

web site http://www.americancanoe.org/instruction/kayak_instruction.lasso

This workshop is intended to provide minimum skills and training necessary for an adult leader with at least

ACA basic coastal kayak skills to safely lead a trip for participants and beginner level paddling skills on lakes,

rivers, and other protected coastal environments in gentle conditions and water levels.

Separate form for each person Please

Name ______________________________________________________________________________

Address ____________________________________________________________________________

Phone # day _____________________________ evening _______________________________

E-Mail address _______________________________________________________________________

Course:

1. ________________________________________________________ date ________________

2. ________________________________________________________ date _______________

3. ________________________________________________________ date _______________

4. ________________________________________________________ date _______________

5. ________________________________________________________ date _______________

Rental equipment (PFD and Paddle will be included). ____Kayak _____Canoe

Height _______ Weight ________

Medical information: is there anything that we should be aware ___________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

In case of emergence contact information

Name ______________________________________________________________________________

Address ____________________________________________________________________________

Phone# day_______________________________evening _____________________________________

Sayville NY 11716

ACA waiver http://www.americancanoe.org/PDF/adultwaiver.pdf