Where:
Our 2012 White Water Rafting Guide School is held at our 12-acre riverside camp on the South Fork of the American River located at 6280 Hwy 49, Lotus, California.
What you can expect:
Our 2012 Whitewater Rafting Guide School is designed to teach its students how to become competent river guides. You can expect a collective sense of camaraderie, high times and fun. You should also prepare yourself for teamwork, tasks, challenges and schedules; all of which are inherent aspects of our guide school so as to emulate the demands of a commercial river trip.
What is taught?
Learn to “read” the river and negotiate a raft through white water, learn how to deliver a safety talk and understand the safety you are talking about, prepare equipment and meals, tie knots, and a variety of other skills. River ecosystems and local history are also emphasized. For those interested in completing and receiving certification for Swiftwater Rescue Technician, a Swiftwater Rescue class is available for an additional price on the two days prior to guide school. Call our office for pricing and discount eligibility. Swiftwater Rescue is a requirement to work at most river companies. Mother Lode will provide rafting gear, which includes rafts, paddles, emergency equipment and life jackets. We have hot showers, flush toilets and an outdoor commercial kitchen, where we will be preparing our meals together. Food is included in your tuition.
Who should come?
You! Although most of the students who have attended our school did so with the intent to become professional river guides, we’ve also had many who took the school to become better private boaters or because it was an inexpensive way to go rafting for five days straight.
When:
Spring Training – June 18-22, 2012
Swift Water Rescue Course – June 16-17, 2012
2-day Swift Water Rescue Technician I course scheduled with Sierra Rescue at our camp for those interested in becoming professional guides arrive on Friday night June 15th . Guide School instruction begins on Monday, June 18 for those not interested in the swift water rescue course Call our office 800-427-2387 for pricing and registration information.
Cost:
5-Day Guide School $550
2-Day Swiftwater Rescue Course $225
Optional 2-Day Swift Water Rescue Certification is available for an additional fee. Please call our reservations office for instructions on registering for the water rescue classes. Keep in mind that Mother Lode guides are generally hired from our guide school and are required to have SWT I, First Aid and CPR certifications before working commercially.
How to reserve your spot:
Call our reservations office Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm at 800-427-2387 or email: malode@malode.com.
