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River Signals
Learn your river signals well. The crash of the water and the roar of the rapids will definitely make it hard to hear!
Remember for your safety and the safety of others that some day, you may need to use these signals.
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CANEWS Spring 2013
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Canoe Courses in BC
If you're looking for a canoeing course in BC, check out our canoe courses listing or find and instructor with our instructor map listed above.

Instructor Manual Update
The 6th edition of the RCABC instructor manual is now available online when you log into your account. If you have a 5th edition binder there is a package you can print to update it the 6th edition. Check the READ ME link for more details.

Fresh Water for the Future of British Colombia
In 2008 the British Columbia government produced a water plan - Living Smart Water - which outlined a hopeful and clear road map toward water sustainability. However, 5 years later conversations and plans have fizzled. It's time to revitalize action and open dialogue around building The Water Sustainability Act and updating the province's century-old Water Act. Join the conversation here:
http://www.vancouversun.com/business/2035/story.html?id=7967790

MADD 911 Impaired Boating Campaign
Mothers Against Drunk Drivers has launched a new campaign to make boaters aware that, just like when driving, you can call 911 to report impaired boaters. Check the link below for more information.
http://www.madd.ca/madd2/en/services/awareness_campaigns_campaign_911_boating.html

Salmon Safe BC Certification
Salmon Safe BC is an eco-certification program that encourages farmers to use agricultural practices that protect Pacific salmon habitat and water quality.
Once certified, farms are designated Salmon-Safe and receive a seal of approval to include on product packaging and marketing materials.
http://www.salmonsafe.org/bc

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Canoeing Resources in BC
 
RCABC is devloping a database of canoeing resources in British Columbia.

BC Canoeing Resources:
* Camps that offer canoe activities
* School programs that include canoeing
* Companies that offer canoeing instruction
* Companies to send your canoe resume to
* Guides for wilderness journeys
* Canoe rentals
* First Nations canoe opportunities
* Community programs that regularly offer courses
* Volunteer opportunities
* Retail Stores

IF YOU'D LIKE US TO INCLUDE YOUR ORGANIZATION'S INFORMATION, SEND IT TO:
resources@bccanoe.com
 
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