Whitewater and rivers

Re-entry

Also: re-entry

Re-entering a packraft from the water works best over the side: right the boat, pull yourself up with a strong kick and roll in.

On open water this is the most important self-rescue technique, because unlike a kayak, a packraft is easy to climb back into. With a spray deck and luggage it's harder, so practise in calm water, ideally wearing the clothes you'd wear on a trip.