What Should Non-Swimmers Know Before Going White Water Rafting

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What Should Non-Swimmers Know Before Going White
Water Rafting?
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White water rafting is an exhilarating activity
that involves some risk.
Individuals lacking adequate swimming skills
should think twice before participating in such
activities.
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Todays presentation aims to help non-swimmers
enjoy a safe rafting experience.
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Understanding White Water Rafting
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White water rafting is an exciting outdoor
activity.
It requires participants to navigate through
challenging river conditions using an inflatable
raft.
Based on the level of difficulty, the rivers
rapids can be classified into six different
categories with Class I being the gentle
waters to Class VI being challenging, high-risks
rapids.
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Understanding The Risks
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The raft can capsize/ flip participants may be
swept away by the current.
White water rafting comes with inherent risks
that participants should be aware of
Participants may collide with river obstacles
and sustain serious injuries.
People have lost their lives while white water
rafting.
There is also risk of hypothermia.
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As per a report published by TripSavvy, white
water rafting claimed





YEAR
DEATHS
1977 to 1986
48 deaths
219 deaths
1987 to 1996
1997 to 2006
453 deaths
530 deaths
2007 to 2016
So, non-swimmers should be very careful while
indulging in such an extreme activity.
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Tips For A Safe Rafting Experience
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Listed below are a few things non-swimmers should
keep in mind to enjoy rafting safely
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1- Attain safety briefing
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• Gaining knowledge about paddling strokes to
  effectively navigate the river.

Attaining safety briefing before embarking on
rafting adventure can help you with the following
things.
Such as

• Understanding basic safety protocols to follow
  in case of emergency situations such as
  capsizing, etc.

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2- Appropriate safety gear
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Wearing the right gear is essential for having a
safe white water rafting experience.
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Personal flotation device (PFD)
Helmet
Listed below are the key pieces of equipment
participant should wear
Dry bag
Appropriate footwear
and yes, consider layering clothing if the
water is cool.
Broad-spectrum, waterproof sunscreen lotion
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3- Communicate with your guide
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If you want to enjoy rafting safely, you should
be able to communicate freely with your rafting
guide.
Let your guide know about your swimming ability.
Pay close attention to your guides directions.
And, collaborate with other participants to
navigate obstacles more effectively.
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THE BOTTOM LINE
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Rafting is a great way to get your adrenaline
pumping.
But if you are a non-swimmer, you should
prioritize safety.
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