Join the Jordan River Commission and Big Blue Swim School for Week 1 of the Paddle the Jordan River Series. Big Blue Swim School will share water safety information with participants. The Jordan River Commission has a limited number of boats available to borrow, or you can bring your own but space is limited and registration is required.
Please read this overview carefully before you sign up
Participants should:
- Have no major health concerns that would interfere with paddling
- Be physically fit enough to paddle and help unload and carry boats
- Be comfortable around water, and have basic swimming skills
- Provide cell phone number and have fully charged phone at event in case of emergencies
- Properly wear life jacket and follow all safety training given by the Commission.
- Have a parent or legal guardian participating with them if they are under 18.
What to wear/bring:
- Sturdy water shoes (no flip flops)
- Clothing that can get wet
- Sun, rain or wind protection
- Sunglasses, hat
- Full water bottle, snack
- Fully charged cell phone
- Medication you may require
We will Provide:
- Boat and paddles
- Personal Flotation Device
- First aid kit
- Extra sunscreen
- Dry bags and water proof phone carrier
Safety:
- The Jordan River Commission staff lead these paddles but are not certified guides, lifeguards, or paddling instructors.
- We will review basic paddling skills. Check out the Educational Video Collection from the American Canoe Association to help you prepare. You can also watch the Jordan River Paddle Video Series created by Troy Adair to become familiar with each section of the Jordan River that we paddle.
- Participants are responsible for their own safety, please consider your own abilities and comfort level
- If we get to a point during the paddle where conditions may require exiting the river, we will do that as quickly and safely as possible.
- WE WILL CANCEL THE PADDLE AND NOTIFY PARTICIPANTS if the forecast is unsafe for paddling.
Transportation Info:
- Participants provide their own transportation to and from the event.
- Meet at the launch location on time to coordinate a shuttle to the takeout.
Please reach out directly to Rachel Turk if you have any questions: rturk@utah.gov, 801-831-1937
If you are unable to attend, please contact me and let me know ahead of time.
