Swift Water Training

Sunday, June 8, 2025

Members of the department participated in a multiday swift water training. Members learned the fundamentals of operating in swift moving waters. The members learned size up, site control as well as scene management. Practical skills include self-rescue, swift water swimming and the fundamentals of shore, boat and in-water rescues. Additionally students are introduced to the basics of boat handling and the fundamentals of rope rescue including mechanical advantage and anchor systems.