Swimmer Rescue | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show

June 18, 2023 • 01:25:53
Swimmer Rescue | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show
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Swimmer Rescue | Aaron and Zach's Mediocre Rafting Show

Jun 18 2023 | 01:25:53

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Zachary Collier

Show Notes

This week Zach and Steve look at a few videos that demonstrate swimmer rescue. Cody joins in at the the end to help answer a question about picking good boating partners. https://www.youtube.com/embed/CKhPxD_4-Ew Zach and Steve had some robust discussions about how to rescue swimmers and which swimmers to rescue first. The following priorities were agreed on:
  1. Prioritize the safety of the boat you're while rescuing swimmers so you don't create more swimmers
  2. Any swimmer ahead of boats is in a particularly dangerous position so catching up with the most downstream swimmer is a priority
Here are links to the videos we watched this week: Gear Garage is for entertainment only. For formal training, check out: • NWRC's Class III Saftey & Rescue Training • Zach's online rowing course • Guide School at Lake Tahoe Community College • ARTA Guide School ⚙ CONSIDER SUPPORTING GEAR GARAGE: • Become a Gear Garage member • Support the show on Patreon • Buy some Gear Garage merch
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