kentucky’s whitewater fun
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Everything you need to know to enjoy whitewater kayaking in KentuckyTRANSCRIPT
KENTUCKY’S WHITEWATER FUN
Kenneth Garner HancockCIS 100
WhitewaterKayaking
A kayak is a craft used to paddle in the rapids and turbulent or moving rivers.
River rapids are graded according to difficulty, danger or severity. Class 1: Very small rough areas, requires no maneuvering. Class 2: Some rough water, maybe some rocks, small drops, might require maneuvering. Class 3: Whitewater, medium waves, maybe a 3–5 ft. drop, but not much considerable danger. May require significant maneuvering. Class 4/5: Whitewater, large waves, long rapids, rocks, maybe a considerable drop, sharp maneuvers/precise maneuvering may be needed. Class 6: Dangerous Whitewater, huge waves, hazards, huge drops. Experts)
What You Will Need:
: Kayak: Average price $200-$1,000.
Paddles: $50-$100 Helmet Personal floatation
device (PDA) Appropriate clothing Transportation First aid kit Whistle
It’s a Great Way To…
Be Adventurous Enjoy the Outdoors Relax Enjoy the Peace
and Quiet Have Fun with
Friends and Family Get a Thrill
CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL
Class II
Gasper River
Elkhorn Creek
Pitman Creek
Boone Creek
Class III
Plum Creek
Silver Creek
Barren River
Big Brushy Creek
Class IV+
Martins Fork
Russell Fork
Roaring Paunch
Cane Creek
Gasper River
http://www.riverfacts.com/rivers/11230.html
Location: 15 miles from Bowling Green Length: 2.75 miles
Class: II
Novice Fun
Silver Creek
http://www.riverfacts.com/rivers/11260.html
Location: Madison County west of RichmondLength: 6.5 miles
Class: III
Moderate Intensity
Cumberland
http://www.riverfacts.com/rivers/11230.html
Location: Cumberland River near HarlanLength: 1.6 miles
Class: IV
Challenging
http://vimeo.com/9058626
Meet New Friends
http://www.bluegrasswildwater.org/
Bluegrass Wild Water Association
Informal Boating Trips and
Mentoring[Summer Party]
[Reunion][Christmas]
Monthly Club MeetingActive Electronic Forum
Pool Roll Sessions Spring Beginner's ClinicSwift Water Rescue Class
CPR ClassWilderness First Aid Class
Red River Clean-up Volunteering Team River Runner Volunteering and Support National Paddling Film Festival Volunteering
Meet Some Friends
Safety First
PFD Helmet Whistle First aid kit Water
Cell phone
Throw rope Appropriate clothing Buddy Training
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_5y7qb37GA
For More Information
http://www.americanwhitewater.orghttp://riverfacts.orghttp://www.bluegrasswildwater.org/http://www.kayakingbeginner.comhttp://www.youtube.com/user/WhitewaterPaddlingTVwww.kayaksession.comwww.outdoorplay.com
Have Some Fun
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEAYSibuQ-A&feature=feedwll&list=WL