The most immersive experience one can imagine with all of that wouldn’t be just about drifting along the water; it would be about submerging into life around you, learning about the different ecosystems, practicing sustainability, and accepting the unrefined splendor of nature.

Many of you love taking your packrafts to beautiful alpine lakes. Or maybe you're just using it to cross a river or lake. Either way, the packraft allows us to draw increasingly expansive lines on our maps. Luc Mehl has tracked packrafting fatalities from the early days of the sport in the 1990’s. Incredibly, he’s found that 44% of packrafting fatalities involved cold water and solo paddling. Whoa, right? So how can packrafters develop good judgement? Well, dressing for a swi

Entanglement occurs when ropes, leashes, fishing lines, or other gear wrap around a paddler’s limbs, PFD, or equipment, restricting movement and creating a drowning hazard. In swift water, even a minor entanglement can become life-threatening, as currents force paddlers underwater or prevent them from reaching safety. Learning to rig your boat safely not only protects you, but also helps preserve rivers, supports safe practices for the packrafting community, and reinforces a

Leashes don't belong on rivers, and only sometimes make sense on open water. Leashes are one of the most debated topics in packrafting, and for good reason. On rivers, they’re dangerous and should never be used. In current, even a short leash can entangle a swimmer or fail to release under load. On open water crossings, some paddlers choose to use a short, releasable leash to avoid becoming separated from their raft in strong wind or waves, but it’s never risk-free. Be WaterW

Personal Flotation Devices also known as PFDs, life jackets or life vests, are essential buoyancy devices keep you afloat if you capsize, get injured, or become fatigued. Even strong swimmers can be incapacitated by cold water shock, swift currents, or unexpected obstacles. Be WaterWise, always use your PFD! Make Sure to Check out all 10 of the Safety Videos at https://www.packraft.org/pages/education/water-wise-safety-videos

Discover 10 short, engaging videos that highlight common packrafting hazards, practical mitigation strategies, and essential skills for paddlers of all levels. Learn, connect with the community, and level up your safety on the water. Whether you’re new to packrafting or a seasoned paddler, welcome! This space is dedicated to helping you stay safe and confident on the water. Packrafting offers access to incredibly scenic places and adrenaline highs, but hazards like strainers

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