NOLS River Rescue: Essential Skills for Boaters

by Nate Ostis

Overview

From the outdoor training expertsRescue techniques using rope, throw bagsWading techniques, safe crossings, swimming skillsNOLS experts share their tested techniques and strategies for surviving and keeping safe on the water. NOLS River Rescue outlines the basic skills for river rescue that every boater should know. Laying the groundwork of basic river knowledge, including hydrology and the anatomy of rivers, 'stis covers general river risk management and specific rescue techniques. Learn wading techniques, boat-to-boat rescue management with various types of crafts, rope and rescue systems, and much more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780811733526
Publisher:	Stackpole Books
Publication date:	12/15/2009
Series:	NOLS Library
Pages:	106
Product dimensions:	4.00(w) x 5.90(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Nate 'stis is a member of the senior field staff for NOLS and a Swiftwater Rescue Technician instructor. A lifelong educator, he was a lecturer for the outdoor recreation department at Plymouth State University, and he has taught at an international whitewater kayaking academy. He is the author of NOLS River Rescue (978-0-8117-3352-6) and NOLS River Rescue Guide (978-0-8117-1373-3), winner of the 2015 National Outdoor Book Award for Best Instructional.