FIRST AID FOR PADDLESPORTS( PART ONE)

THE BASICS

Words: Cory Jones Photos: Cory Jones

Paddle sports offer freedom and challenge in equal measure. But when things go wrong, your ability to respond quickly and effectively makes all the difference. Whether you are sea kayaking along a rocky coastline, paddleboarding on a loch, or tackling whitewater, incidents happen – and they often do so, far from immediate help.

This first article in a series of three on first aid for paddlesport walks you through the essential first aid response for paddlers. In all paddlesports incidents, it is essential to follow a system to ensure that you, your group, and the casualty are managed safely.