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Basic Canoeing Level 4 (10/05/2026, Silver Birch Paddling)

Course Vitals:
  • Region: Ottawa and Countryside [R#10]
  • Location: Burritts Rapids Lock Station, Burritts Rapids, ON
  • Start Date: 10/05/2026
  • End Date: 10/05/2026
  • Instructor Course: no
  • Discipline: Basic Canoeing
  • Skill: Basic Canoeing Level 4
  • Fee: $200
  • Course and Contact Info:

  •  We will be meeting at the Burritts Rapids lock station for a weekend of ORCKA instruction

    Prerequisite Required: ORCKA Level 3

    During this course we will be focusing on boat control and paddling judgement while learning appropriate and efficient solo paddle strokes and precision maneuvers.  Students can expect a strong focus on water safety and will participate in drills and emergency preparedness exercises, which involve canoe rescue techniques and swimming capability. Please plan on a full day starting at 8am - we should finish up around 5pm.

    You are expected to bring your own canoe, paddle, PFD, etc. for paddling.  Advise if you do not so arrangements can be made.

    Click here to register.  For more information, please email: info@silverbirchpaddling.ca

Organization Details:
  • Silver Birch Paddling
  • www.silverbirchpaddling.ca
  • karmstrong@silverbirchpaddling.ca
  • Address:
  • 200 Granville Street, Apt 2
    Ottawa ON
    K1L 6Y6
  • Phone:
  • 613.864.3290

Course Instructors:
  • Elizabeth Armitage Elizabeth Armitage (Basic Canoeing Instructor)
    Certifications: BCI
  • Karla Armstrong Karla Armstrong (Basic Canoeing Instructor)
    Certifications: BCI
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