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Hypothermia: how we recognize it, prevent it, video from the coast guard

Tuesday, Apr 22, 2014 (7:15 pm - 7:45 pm)

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Leader: Carly Loner

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The water this spring will be COLD.  One of the greatest risks of paddling can be low water tempertures.  We'll discuss the symptoms, causes, prevention and response to hypothermia.  We will watch video made by the Coast Guard how coldwater affects the body. 

This presentaiton builds on the Paddling Safety workship from March 29th of which hypothermia was a big focus.  We will begin after meeting announcements at Mendota Lounge.  No need to sign up, just show up.

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