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Level 2 Swiftwater Training Costa Rica
Release Form: [https://www.jotform.com/sign/252314951448055/invite/01k3472v358c63c1c920fd2318](https://www.jotform.com/sign/252314951448055/invite/01k3472v358c63c1c920fd2318)
PayPal link 100$ https://www.paypal.me/canyoneeringchicksor
**Requirements: Joe Storms level swiftwater training course completed**
**Be able to swim 100 yards without difficulty**
**Must have International Travelers Insurance**: [Nomad](https://www.worldnomads.com/usa/travel-insurance?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAg8S7BhATEiwAO2-R6oUOMhTfxPPfNA_PM939Z4PQ7gf-JBB1fGEf1wr76Rwyr1T2mIqtbBoCpugQAvD_BwE) or comparable Insurance
3-day Swift Water Training, 2 days river, 1 day in-canyon training in Bajos Del Toro, Costa Rica. Swift water training taught by Joe Storms from Rescue Canada, ACA Professional Canyoning Guide.
Swift Water Rescue Outline: 3 days
**Swiftwater Rescue Skills**
· Principles of Rescue
· Rescue Curve
**Wading, Swimming, and Crossings**
· Two-Person Wading
· Four-Person “Huddle”
· Pyramid
· In-line Crossing
**Swiftwater Swimming Techniques**
· Defensive Swimming
· Aggressive Swimming
· Back Ferrying
· Using Defensive and Aggressive Swimming to Swim a Rapids
· Strainers and the Strainer Drill
· Crossing Techniques
· Line Crossing
· Diagonal Traverse
· Setting Up of Line
**Rope Rescues**
· Throw Bags: Anatomy of a Throw Bag
· Types of Rope
· Materials
· Stuffing a Throw Bag
· First Throw of a Throw Bag
· Second Throw
· Throw Bag Drill
· Belays
**River Dynamics: River Currents**
· River Right and River Left
· Primary Current
· Downstream and Upstream “V”s
· Bends
· Chutes and Waves
**River Features**
· Eddies
· Hydraulics and Holes
· Pillows
**River Hazards**
· Strainers
· Undercut Rocks
· Low-head Dams
· Drowning Trap Flows
**Breathing and Movement**
· Breath-holding exercise
· Balance and movement exercise
**Equipment management, packs, harnesses, PPE, etc**
* Pack management
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Level 2 Swiftwater Training Costa Rica
Release Form: [https://www.jotform.com/sign/252314951448055/invite/01k3472v358c63c1c920fd2318](https://www.jotform.com/sign/252314951448055/invite/01k3472v358c63c1c920fd2318)
PayPal link 100$ https://www.paypal.me/canyoneeringchicksor
**Requirements: Joe Storms level swiftwater training course completed**
**Be able to swim 100 yards without difficulty**
**Must have International Travelers Insurance**: [Nomad](https://www.worldnomads.com/usa/travel-insurance?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAg8S7BhATEiwAO2-R6oUOMhTfxPPfNA_PM939Z4PQ7gf-JBB1fGEf1wr76Rwyr1T2mIqtbBoCpugQAvD_BwE) or comparable Insurance
3-day Swift Water Training, 2 days river, 1 day in-canyon training in Bajos Del Toro, Costa Rica. Swift water training taught by Joe Storms from Rescue Canada, ACA Professional Canyoning Guide.
Swift Water Rescue Outline: 3 days
**Swiftwater Rescue Skills**
· Principles of Rescue
· Rescue Curve
**Wading, Swimming, and Crossings**
· Two-Person Wading
· Four-Person “Huddle”
· Pyramid
· In-line Crossing
**Swiftwater Swimming Techniques**
· Defensive Swimming
· Aggressive Swimming
· Back Ferrying
· Using Defensive and Aggressive Swimming to Swim a Rapids
· Strainers and the Strainer Drill
· Crossing Techniques
· Line Crossing
· Diagonal Traverse
· Setting Up of Line
**Rope Rescues**
· Throw Bags: Anatomy of a Throw Bag
· Types of Rope
· Materials
· Stuffing a Throw Bag
· First Throw of a Throw Bag
· Second Throw
· Throw Bag Drill
· Belays
**River Dynamics: River Currents**
· River Right and River Left
· Primary Current
· Downstream and Upstream “V”s
· Bends
· Chutes and Waves
**River Features**
· Eddies
· Hydraulics and Holes
· Pillows
**River Hazards**
· Strainers
· Undercut Rocks
· Low-head Dams
· Drowning Trap Flows
**Breathing and Movement**
· Breath-holding exercise
· Balance and movement exercise
**Equipment management, packs, harnesses, PPE, etc**
* Pack management
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International Relations / Foreign Policy Group – Columbus Inaugural Meetup
**Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the International Relations / Foreign Policy Group Columbus!**
This group brings together students, professionals, academics, and anyone interested in global affairs, diplomacy, and geopolitics.
Our first meetup will be an informal discussion focused on current international developments and global trends. This is a great opportunity to:
• Meet others interested in international relations and foreign policy
• Discuss current global events and geopolitical developments
• Exchange perspectives and ideas in a respectful environment
• Build a network of globally minded individuals in Central Ohio (Columbus and periphery)
**Discussion topics may include:**
* Strategic planning for the group and the way forward
* US foreign policy priorities in 2026
* Major geopolitical developments (Europe, Asia, Middle East)
* Global security and strategic competition
* International economic and diplomatic trends
No prior expertise is required—everyone is welcome, whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in world affairs.
**This will be a casual, friendly, and intellectually engaging conversation.**
I look forward to meeting everyone and building a strong international relations / foreign policy community in Central Ohio.
Gold Star Business Networking
Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas
AI Freedom Alliance - Inaugural Summit
**\*\*\*\* More details and sign up at: https://aifalliance.org/summit-2026/ \*\*\*\***
**What is AI Freedom Alliance?**
AI Freedom Alliance promotes the responsible growth of AI guided by practical, commonsense ethics. Our nonprofit is built by
professionals from a wide range of industries and is made up entirely of small- and mediumbusiness representatives—never large tech companies. We provide a counterbalance to big corporate influence, focusing instead on how AI can benefit businesses and the world at large.
**What’s Happening?**
***The inaugural AI Freedom Alliance Summit.***
This full-day event will explore how we can ensure AI is adopted responsibly through shared ethical standards that empower
humanity. The summit will feature interactive and educational sessions led by thought leaders, technologists, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about making AI fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone.
**Why Attend?**
Learn about the legal and technical challenges with implementing AI solutions within your organization. Build better solutions while protecting your organization from legal and compliance risks. And learn how to think strategically about AI as a differentiation tool for your business.
This summit is highly recommended for C-Suite leaders to learn as well as interact with each other and our sponsors.
Columbus PHP: Monthly Meetup
Our monthly PHP meetup.
A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm