Kayakers and those who are with SUP skills are always welcome at open water swimming events. Escort the open water swimmers and bring added safety and joy to your day.
- Search for open water swim events. Also, open water triathlons as well.
- Contact the race director or volunteer coordinator and explain that you'd like to assist on the water.
- Get the details so you know the race logistics. You'd not want to give poor directions. And, you'll want to be coordinated with the larger safety team.
- Show up!
- Encourage the competitors and communicate among your fellow volunteers.
One place to not go is a hole in the rapids.
Short video on how to spot a hole when in the rapids.
Length: 40-seconds. Source
Photo credit, Shane Dunlap from series of images at Tribune Review
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