Instruction

Raft guide school

This school is designed to teach you the basics of raft guiding. The first half of the class consists of 2 full days of on-water and classroom work, designed to get you in the back of a boat as quickly as possible. The remaining 3 days are spent 'on the stick', that is, in the back of a boat, with customers. Topics covered include boat control, river reading skills, customer service/handling, basic river rescue techniques.

• Lunch provided all 5 days. 
• 3 days instruction by a senior trip leader.
• Custom matching with a Training Assistant based on strengths/weaknesses for the remaining 2 days.
• All equipment rentals provided during class. 
• On-site camping during class. 

Pricing:

• $350/person
• Note: Candidates for employment at Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort may take the guide training class at a reduced rate of $140/person. However, employment is not guaranteed and is dependent on the candidate's attitude and progress during the class.

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