Ferry Gliding, Woodmill 10-03-10.wmv

As part of the Sixth Form Games curriculum the pupils who opted to do kayaking and canoeing were introduced to moving water. This took place on the River Itchen at Woodmill. The video shows the pupils practising their ferry gliding skills. Ferry Gliding is a way of traversing faster moving water whilst keeping the bow pointing virtually upstream. This maintains stability and control. If done well it is a fairly effortless manoeuvre.
Key points to note - keep the bow pointing almost upstream but slightly in the direction you wish to cross. Raise the upstream knee just to tilt the boat slightly. This enables water to pass under the boat and not "snatch" any slicey areas of the boat, normally the stern deck. Paddle use should be on the downstream side mainly. Try to maintain your position relative to the river bank.

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