Packrafting Courses

Packrafting courses can be great way to learn an adventurous and often overlooked form of aquatic transport. Packrafting is a type of lightweight inflatable boat which is designed to be light and portable, allowing it to be carried easily and launched with little effort. It consists of an inflatable raft, and paddles, and often a sail, for enabling more efficient and adventurous navigation on the water. Packrafting courses will teach you how to safely set up and paddle a packraft, with instruction from experienced and knowledgeable guides. You will cover topics such as boat selection, basic navigation techniques, camping and wilderness techniques, route planning, equipment maintenance and repair, and the legal considerations for packrafting. The best courses will balance classroom instruction with a combination of practice time on land, and on the water. Packrafting courses will also cover safety procedures, including rescue techniques and first aid. You will review guidance on clothing and wind protection, as well as packraft-specific clothing and equipment, such as wetsuits, drysuits and helmets. You may also receive guidance on selecting and packing the correct gear for your individual skills and experience. Whether paddling rivers, lakes, or in open oceanic winds, the skills and knowledge you gain in a packrafting course will not only help to make your experience more enjoyable and safe, it will also allow you to explore remote and often unreachable areas, giving you access to some of the most beautiful and remote places on Earth.