Basic Water Rescues & Canoe Skills Day (Orama)

Gain essential canoe handling and Basic Water Rescues skills in this practical on‑water training at Kempsey. Required for TP – Paddling and valuable for supervising youth swimming in enclosed waters. Ideal for new, upskilling, or refreshing Leaders. Bring your folio(s) for on‑the‑day sign‑off.

What You’ll Learn

• Core flatwater paddling skills for safe, efficient canoe handling
• Basic Water Rescues — including self‑rescue and assisting others
• Launching, landing, and manoeuvring in varied conditions
• Safety planning, risk management, and group supervision
• Applying Scouts NSW water activity standards and procedures

By the end of the day, you will be able to:

• Meet TP – Paddling requirements or
• Confidently supervise youth swimming in enclosed/unpatrolled flatwater environments in accordance with Scouts NSW policy

Who Should Attend

• Leaders and adult members seeking TP – Paddling accreditation
• Leaders wishing to gain BWR competency to expand their unit’s safe water‑based program
• Anyone needing a BWR refresher to maintain currency

Important — TP Core Requirement

If you do not already hold TP Core, you will need to complete it (before or alongside your paddling folio) to be awarded TP – Paddling.

 What to Bring

For all participants:

• Folio(s) / Workbook(s) for Basic Water Rescues and/or TP – Paddling (printed or on a device you can use on the water)
• SunSmart gear: broad‑brimmed/legionnaire hat, SPF 30+ sunscreen, sun‑protective clothing, sunglasses
• Water activity clothing: quick‑dry shirt/shorts, enclosed water shoes, change of dry clothes, towel
• Hydration & snacks: full water bottle, light snacks
• Personal items: medications (if needed), waterproof/dry bag, notebook & pen (optional)

If using RPL:

• Evidence of current skills (logbooks, activity plans, prior certificates, photos)

Provided on the day:

• Canoes, paddles, PFDs (lifejackets)
• Instruction and assessment by qualified trainers