Gain the confidence to act in a crisis with this hands-on 8-hour Emergency First Aid course in Kinver. Practical CPR, AED, and trauma scenarios geared toward outdoor responders and workplace needs.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required but you should be able to kneel, kneel-to-stand and participate in short simulated carries.
Wildlife
History
Kinver Edge is a sandstone escarpment with carved rock houses and a long history of local habitation and quarrying.
Conservation
Respect paths and signage to protect fragile sandstone and heathland; follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out waste.
Bear Creek Adventures
Bear Creek Adventures is an outdoor activity provider based in Kinver, England, offering river and canal paddling experiences suited to a wide range of abilities. The company operates a Guided SUP trip on the River Severn: a 3.5‑hour stand up paddleboarding route from Bridgnorth to Hampton Loade guided by an experienced instructor, using brand new inflatable SUPs; only three sessions are available in 2024 so early booking is recommended.
On the Kinver Canal, Bear Creek Adventures runs a 1.5‑hour Kinver Canal Kayak Hire service using sturdy sit‑on‑top kayaks. The self‑guided hire route starts and finishes at The Vine Inn, where participants can enjoy a woodfired pizza in the pub garden after paddling. The Kinver Canal also hosts a Group Coached Kinver Kayak Session: a 1.5‑hour coached experience led by qualified instructors who tailor the session to the group's needs, suitable for all skill levels and ideal for groups seeking instruction or team days.
Safety and quality are central to the offering. Guides and instructors provide briefings, appropriate equipment, and on-water guidance consistent with local water conditions. All trips are conducted within the Kinver and River Severn area and adhere to local access points and meeting locations. Booking details, availability, and session dates are published by Bear Creek Adventures; prospective guests should consult the operator for current schedules and requirements. Bear Creek Adventures focuses on delivering accessible, scenic paddling experiences in and around Kinver. Equipment is regularly inspected, and operators confirm suitability for different ages and abilities when booking and conditions.
Location
Kinver, England
Paddling routes around Kinver
Tours Offered
3 trips
Guided SUP and canal kayaks available
Session Length
1.5–3.5 hrs
Short, half-day adventures
Guides & Instructors
Experienced & qualified
On-water instruction available
Limited Guided SUP sessions in 2024 (three sessions) and regular Kinver Canal slots — secure a place on the river or canal today.
Bring a packed lunch
The course runs 09:00–16:00 and provides tea and biscuits only; bring a lunch you can eat quickly between practical sessions.
Wear clothes you can kneel in
Practical scenarios include floor-based CPR and mock carries—layers and flexible trousers are best.
Tell instructors about special needs
Notify the provider in advance if you have medical conditions or accessibility requirements so scenarios can be adapted.
Charge your phone and bring a pen
You’ll practise contacting emergency services; a charged phone and notes help capture key techniques and timings.
Comfortable, flexible clothing
Allows you to kneel and move during practical drills.
Packed lunch
Course provides only coffee, tea and biscuits; bring a filling lunch.
Notebook and pen
Record protocols, timings and instructor feedback for later review.
Sturdy shoes you can kneel in
Practical scenarios can include brief simulated carries and outdoor ties-in.