Hey folks - please give a big HURRAH to @Taffie Lynn Butters and @Cindy Cheong who are diving into the Level 1 Steering course. Those of you who have been doing this a while, what are 3 tips you'd share with them?

What do you call.....?? Let's start a list of regional variants for common commands. e.g. what do you call when you want people to stop paddling? What do you call a sideways hold? Let's hear all the weird and wonderful commands! 👇

Write out a sample protocol for a situation where an athlete (either the drummer or the steer) falls overboard during a practice session. #level1

What is the scariest weather-related experience you've ever encountered on the water? How would you make sure that you and your crew stay safe in an unexpected, weather-related situation? #level1

Hi All - Taffie here from DUC Pink & Delites in Dallas TX. I lead coaching for DUC Pink. I’ve been paddling for 4 years. I was a member of TUSA BCP in 2025. And I am excited to learn all about steering!