Having a strong understanding of how moving water works (Hydrology) is key to rescuer safety and success.

Features:

Features worth knowing/explaining

Downstream V, Waves, Eddies, Eddy Line, (Eddy Fense, Eddy Wedge), Bends, Cusions, Pourovers, Holes (and their es capability, Strainers, Undercuts, Ice, Sieves, Current Vector, Other

Teaching Tip

Hydrology talks art typically BORING especially in mixed groups with diverse levels of knowledge.  Teaching Presentations that ae dynamic such as a slide show, games, (build a river), quizzes or pointing out features at the river are generally more effective than a straight lecture/whiteboard session/