March 16, 2004

Boise State Outdoor Program Hosts River Rescue Seminar April 3-4

Whitewater enthusiasts, including rafters and kayakers, can learn vital water safety skills at a two-day river rescue seminar April 3-4 hosted by the Boise State University Outdoor Center. Featuring internationally recognized rescue professional Les Bechdel, the seminar is open to the public; registration is $150. The registration deadline is March 28. The course is particularly timely due to expectations for high water again this year. Topics covered will include: victim stabilization and recovery, strong swimmer rescues, mid-river recoveries, tag line rescues, vector pulls, river knots, self-rescue, boat pins and z-drags. Sessions will be held in the Student Recreation Center classroom, on the Boise River and on the South Fork of the Payette River. All technical group rescue equipment will be provided by the Outdoor Center. For more information, call 426-1946 or visit www.boisestate.edu/recreation/outdoor. -30- Contact Geoff Harrison Outdoor Program 208 426-2628 Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275