General aims
The Sea Kayak Level 4 Adventure Award aims to enable candidates to:
- Are capable of handling my kayak in L4 conditions. I
- Can assess the sea/weather conditions and plan a trip safely according to the peer group’s skills.
- Be a competent paddler capable of good decision making in L4 conditions.
- Can confidently kayak roll.
- Competent in chartwork and in navigating over open crossings.
- Competent in navigating in limited visibility (darkness/fog).
- Understand the effects on the sea kayak of wind, wave, tide, and coastal features and can adapt a trip to suit these.
- Summon outside rescue assistance. Understand the paddlers and the group’s effect on the environment and wildlife.
- Can identify the next step involved in the Canoeing Ireland Sea Kayak Skills Awards.
Course Documents