Join speakers from Rapids Riders for a discussion on American Whitewater's definitions of the six classes of the international rating scale for whitewater kayaking. This introduction to river ratings for rafters, kayakers and swiftwater/whitewater canoes will delve into the meaning of terms used, highlight safety issues, give tips on reading rapids, discuss types of kayaks and gear available when tackling difficult classes of rivers, suggest skills training opportunities, and share video clips of current trips.