River Safety Course (Outdoor Training Waikato)
River Crossing Course - Thursday 2nd Oct and Saturday 4th October
DO YOU NEED TO CROSS THAT RIVER? Tramping where there are river crossings?
This one-day course is designed for hikers, Te Araroa Trail walkers, teachers and leaders working in outdoor settings – in fact, anyone who will be tramping and doing activities near water. Rivers are one of the greatest hazards in the New Zealand outdoors so learn how to read a river (basic hydrology), when not to cross and where to cross and how to safely cross (solo and in groups). You do not need to be a confident swimmer to do this course, however, it is not suitable for anyone under 18 years of age.
This one-day course is designed for hikers, Te Araroa Trail walkers, teachers and leaders working in outdoor settings – in fact, anyone who will be tramping and doing activities near water. Rivers are one of the greatest hazards in the New Zealand outdoors so learn how to read a river (basic hydrology), when not to cross and where to cross and how to safely cross (solo and in groups). You do not need to be a confident swimmer to do this course, however, it is not suitable for anyone under 18 years of age.
There will be a short on-line meeting on Thursday 2nd October, 7pm in preparation for the practical in the weekend.
Venue: Kaueranga Valley, near Thames, Saturday 4th October 9am – approximately 3pm.
We supply safety equipment and instructors are fully qualified, including a safety officer. Limited numbers.
Please contact our Administrator for the online registration form and cost details: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Waikato Tramping Club takes no responsibility, nor endorses the suitability nor safety of these courses.
Event Information
| Event Date | Thu 2nd Oct 2025 |
| Event End Date | Thu 2nd Oct 2025 |
| Cut Off Date | Tue 30th Sep 2025 |
| Capacity | Unlimited |