Rescue for River Runners: Episode 8 - Boat Extraction

NRS brings us Episode 8 of their Rescue for River Runners, which focuses on boat extraction. When a boat gets pinned while whitewater kayaking or canoeing, you need to know how to retrieve it safely. Swiftwater rescue expert Jim Coffey demonstrates how to retrieve a pinned kayak or canoe using methods ranging from pushing and pulling to setting up a mechanical advantage system.

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