Unfortunately, as the lake is still closed, we have had to cancel the Family Day. We will look to rearrange once the lake is open.
Family day and Picnic
When: 4 Jun 2023 11:30
Where: Conningbrook lake
Family day and picnic
Come and join us for a family paddle session by the lake, and why not finish off the session with a picnic.
We will run the event like a "Come a try session", giving family's the opportunity to paddle together or give your young ones a taste of paddlesport.
Kent Canoes will also be with us, bringing a variety of craft for you to try. If there's anything specific you would like them to bring, either let us know or contact them directly.
All craft (kayaks, canoes & SUPS) will be available to use; we only ask that you adhere to socially distancing rules around the container and slipway.
The only thing you need to bring is yourself, clothes to get changed in (if you get wet :) ) and something to eat.
PCC Committee
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The road, access, point to Conningbrook remains unchanged, as to last year, with the same parking arrangements.
(Junction point here https://w3w.co/mirror.logic.class). *
As parking is limited by the lake, we ask where possible, that you drop off boats/kit, and park in the newly laid access road. There are limited spaces, if we park sensibly, we will be able to accommodate everyone.
(Container location is here https://w3w.co/closes.fence.panel)*
PLEASE NOTE.
There are NO official changing facilities onsite, although we will have some changing tents.. Please consider other facility users (Families / Walkers) when getting changed.
The sessions will be around 1-2 hours so don't forget a drink and snack.
These sessions are suitable for all members who can paddle in a straight line for 50m and perform a self-rescue**.
Organiser: Claire Pitts
Group leaders: Malcolm Oates and Sammy Deans
Please bring your own equipment if you have it, however we have access to our store boats so equipment can be borrowed; including SUPS (stand-up paddle boards), kayaks and canoes.
(You will be expected to assist with the unloading and loading of the container for any equipment used)
* We are now using WHAT3WORD when giving out meet up locations; it provides a more precis location for more remote sites that we use. If you do not already have it on your phone, we strongly advise downloading the app, its free so no reason not to have it. It is also used by emergency services throughout the southeast and can be given as a location reference when needing their services. (https://what3words.com/)
** A self-rescue is generally an eskimo roll/rescue or swimming to the bank with your boat and paddle, retrieving it from the water and getting back in unassisted. This can be taught in the skills session.
