American Canoe Association Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Update and National Conference

Pura Vida Adventures' owner and head paddling guide Joe Moerschbaeher attended the annual American Canoe Association Conference the weekend of Nov. 7-9th during the conference Pura Vida Adventures got great information on trends and practices in the paddling industry.

One of the most interesting seminars attended was one on standup paddle boarding one of the fastest growing facets of the paddling industry. This sport which can be picked up by beginners and experienced paddlers alike can take place on various different waterways including lakes, oceans, inlets, and rivers. Expect Pura Vida Adventures to develop a few paddle boarding programs for the 2011 season.

In addition to the stand up paddle boarding seminar, Joe completed his Instructor Update in swiftwater rescue, which will allow Pura Vida Adventures to contine to offer American Canoe Association swiftwater rescue courses. The update was attended by a great group of instructors from around the country who shared their knowledge techniques and experiences within the discipline of swiftwater rescue.

Joe stated, "It was a pleasure to work with such a large group of industry professionals whose instructional experience varied between the college/university sector, the US Olympic Team, and other private paddling businesses." A special thanks to Justin Padgett of Landmark Learning and Gordon Black, who facilitated the course.

Instructors who participated braved less than ideal conditions as they swam in the Tuckesegee river with air temperature highs in the low 40's and water temperatures in the low 60's.

Pura Vida Adventures will have details on spring swiftwater courses being offered in the upcoming weeks.
Please contact us with questions about course dates and enrollment. contact@pvadventures.com 772-0579-0005.

Banff Mountain Film Festival Brevard: Pura Vida Events

The Banff Mountin Film Festival is coming to Brevard on the evening of March 19th and 20th.

In conjunction with many other local businesses including accomodation providers, restaurants, and retailers Pura Vida Adventures will be offering special events and rates during this weekend that will celebrate mountain adventures and culture.

3/19/2009

9am- 1 pm
Interprative waterfall tours of the area. See some of the spectacular formations that have given Transylvania county the nick name land of waterfalls. During this tour not only see the falls but learn about the geology, meteorology, hydrology, and history that gave this area it spectacular natural features. Cost $50 per person, Transportation provided.


2pm -5:30pm
Rappeling Instructional Program, No experience necessary. Learn how to rappel.

Spend the afternoon learning rappelling basic and the skills and experience the thrills of rappelling of a 65 ft cliff.
Cost $50 per person

Sat 3/20

8am-3pm Adventure Canyoneering
Pura Vida Adventures has brought canyoneering to the Eastern United States now experience waterfall rappelling for yourself.

This is our full day canyoneering experience. Participants should be in good physical shape and consistently maintain a high level of fitness. This trip is 7-9 hours of climbing, rappeling, bouldering, and "full on adventure. This program includes the waterfall rappels pictured in National Geographic Adventure Magazine. Limit of six participants.

Length: Full day program (7 - 9 hours)

Costs:

$150 per person minnimum of 2ppl, maximum of 6ppl

Limit of 6 participants. Participation age is 15 and up

8am-4pm
ACA one or two day swiftwater rescue course
American Canoe Association Swiftwater Rescue Courses

These courses are designed to provide you with competence and confidence on whitewater. Topics include, but are not limited to, outfitting, water reading, paddling techniques, rescue of a capsized boat, portaging, identifying river hazards, rope throw, stabilization lines, and whitewater swimming. We also offer paddling courses that focus on sea kayak instruction and self rescue techniques.

One Day Course
Minimum 2 people, Max 6
$125 per person

Two Day Course
Course includes a paddling trip (inflatable kayak) on the Upper Green River or Section 9 of the French Broad River (up to class IV rapids) where we will learn and apply required skills throughout the day.

Minimum 2 people, Max 6
$250 per person



3pm -6pm
Rappeling Instructional Program, No experience necessary. Learn how to rappel.

Spend the afternoon learning rappelling basic and the skills and experience the thrills of rappelling of a 65 ft cliff.
Cost $50 per person

Sun 3/21

9am- 1 pm
Interprative waterfall tours of the area. See some of the spectacular formations that have given Transylvania county the nick name land of waterfalls. During this tour not only see the falls but learn about the geology, meteorology, hydrology, and history that gave this area it spectacular natural features. Cost $50 per person, Transportation provided.

8am-4pm
Day 2 of the ACA Swiftwater Rescue Course

Transportation provided from Pura Vida Adventures for all trips.

All equipment provided.

For more info email contact@pvadventures.com or call 772-579-0005.

More info about the Banff Mountain Film Festival can be found at
http://www.brevard.edu/LifeBC/CampusOutdoorRecreationEducation/BanffMountainFilmFestival/tabid/1565/Default.aspx

If you would like to create another adventure during this weekend visit our website www.pvadventures.com .