Created by the American Canoe Association/ACA PaddleSports with the U.S. Coast Guard, this free online water and paddlesports safety course covers essential topics to keep you safe on the water, including:
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- shopping for quality paddlesports products
- trip planning
- on-water group planning
- measures and rescue protocols
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In one short, self-paced video, you'll gain valuable knowledge to make your next paddling adventure more enjoyable.
WHAT TO KNOW
- Go at your own pace - usually takes about 20 minutes
- Watch on your phone, laptop or tablet
- Suitable for all ages
- Also available in Spanish
- Includes a completion certificate
Save Gear, Save Lives
ACA's "Scan If Found" Gear Recovery Program
The ACA's "Scan If Found" program not only helps you recover lost gear and equipment, but it also prevents agencies from launching a search and rescue operation for an owner who just lost their kayak.
Every week, the Coast Guard and other agencies launch air and sea resources to search for potentially missing people. Very often, those people are fine and just separated from their gear. These stickers help prevent those false alarms, leaving valuable resources available for those who really need them!
Key Benefits:
- Stickers are absolutely free (with free shipping) -- just slap it on and go!
- An anonymous messaging system allows people to contact the gear's owners by simply scanning the sticker - no account necessary!
- the stickers provide first responders with the ability to prevent wasting valuable rescue resources on someone who isn't in any danger.