Instructions for the leader of the outing

Preparation

Add the outing to the club's calendar on the website
Determine the maximum number of participants and supervision required (provide for the division into autonomous smaller groups if the activity is a camp)
Check the water level (and have a plan B if necessary)
Print a list of participants
Know where the emergency exits and nearest hospital are

Are they members?
Do they have the skill level required?
Do they have the required equipment and is it in working condition (float bags, helmet, whistles, wetsuit if needed, etc ....)
Do they have any group equipment? (A first aid kit, spare paddle, etc.)
What is their knowledge of the river?
Can they assist in coaching others?

The precise meeting time and place (can be sent to participants rather than broadcasted to all)
Money to pay for this event (access, camping,)
Things to bring (lunch, water, ...)

Organize the shuttles as efficiently as possible (Don’t forget, there are areas where only a limited number of cars can park)
You can deny a member to join the group if you have a valid reason
Complete the list of participants with contact emergency numbers and keep it with you
Before the entering the water, make sure (especially if there are beginners or new participants)
- that all participants are familiar with the visual and auditory (whistle) communication signals
- to appoint a group opener and a group closer, so the outing is conducted in a safe and harmonious way.
At the put-in and take-out, be it public or private land, ensure everyone respects the area
Before a difficult rapid, (depending on the level of the group),ensure all participants understand the plan (visual cues / line, portage, security)

Note: In case of autonomous small groups, appoint a person to be in charge of the above tasks

After the outing, please complete an «outing report »