The Put In rapid at Lock 32 Whitewater Course is a controlled, engineered whitewater feature within the Erie Canal system, designed for paddler training and recreation. As an artificial course, it provides a predictable and consistent flow environment that allows kayakers and rafters to practice technical maneuvers in a managed setting. While not a natural river rapid, the course offers a structured approach to whitewater skills development with consistent water levels and a designed channel that minimizes unpredictable hazards.