The American Red Cross, in association with the American Camping Assn, Girl Scouts of the USA and leading professionals across the US, has developed the Small Craft Safety course for trip leaders and camp personnel. The course consists of basic rescue skills and rowboat and canoe rescue operations.
For some time, camps have had difficulties finding staff who are certified in water safety skills, both lifeguarding and small craft. The dilemma was compounded when the American Red Cross (ARC) ...