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🌊 Unleash Your Open Water Adventure with the British Canoeing Open Water Touring Award! 🚣♂️
Are you an avid paddler seeking to elevate your open water skills to new heights? Look no further! Introducing the British Canoeing Open Water Touring Award – your gateway to mastering the art of open water and estuary touring.
What is the Open Water Touring Award?
The Open Water Touring Award from British Canoeing is more than just a certification; it’s a testament to your judgment, decision-making prowess, and expert-level skills in navigating open waters and estuaries. This prestigious award demands a comprehensive understanding of touring dynamics, making you proficient in planning and undertaking journeys in winds up to force 4. Imagine confidently exploring sheltered areas, small bays, harbors, and the upper reaches of slow-moving estuaries during neap tides – all with minimal risk of being blown offshore.
Feel at ease operating in force 3 winds (force 2 if the wind direction is offshore), as your confidence will stem from both your proficiency in skills and a broad appreciation of your surroundings and the environmental context. The Open Water Touring Award serves as a solid foundation for independently building the experience and expertise associated with Multi Day Touring Award holders.
Craft Options: Choose Your Adventure!
One of the unique features of the Open Water Touring Award is its versatility. You can undertake this thrilling journey in the craft of your choice – Open Canoe, Kayak, or Stand up Paddleboard. Embrace the waves with a kayak, glide through the water with a stand-up paddleboard, or choose the classic open canoe for a more traditional experience. The choice is yours!
Why Choose the Open Water Touring Award?
- Expert Endorsement: Gain recognition for your judgment, decision-making, and open water expertise.
- Versatility: Take the award in an Open Canoe, Kayak, or Stand up Paddleboard – catering to your personal preferences.
- Confidence Building: Navigate with confidence in winds up to force 4 and enhance your skills for Multi Day Touring.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and adventure with the British Canoeing Open Water Touring Award. Unleash the paddler in you and set sail towards a new level of expertise!
