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• Pool Session - Rolling

  • When
    9 Dec 2023
  •  
    16:45 - 18:00
  • Location
    Folkestone Sports Centre
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Pool Session

  This session is focusing on rolling

  This is a chance for you to learn and practice rolling

  @Folkestone Sports Centre

  • This is a members only activity. 
  • Parents and Guardians of Juniors age 12 years and under must remain at pool during the sessions.
  • There is a fee of £5 for the session, which is non-refundable.  Additional family members can book on at an additional £2.50, with a cap at £12.50.
  • Pool sessions start at 17:00, so please be there at least 15 minutes beforehand so that you are ready in time.
  • All equipment must be clean before being used in the pool.
  • Please help move ALL craft in and out of the building so that we can be as quick as possible.
  • If using the changing facilities, please be quick as we need to be out of the building by 18:15
  • If you need equipment, please make arrangements to book equipment  & collect it with the Quartermaster.  It is your responsibility to transport it to the pool and return it to the container.
  • NOTE: THE CHANGING ROOMS, ALTHOUGH SINGLE SEX ARE OPEN PLAN. ADULTS AND CHILDREN CHANGE TOGETHER, THUS GUARDIANS OF UNDER 18’s SHOULD MANAGE ACCORDINGLY.

  
  

  Address

  Radnor Park Ave,

  Folkestone

  CT19 5HX

  
  

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Canoe PPA Training Pt 2

  • When
    10 Dec 2023

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  Day trip training session for the canoe PPA pilot group.
  location and plan for the day will be determined as part of the course.

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• Night Paddle at Tonbridge

  • When
    11 Dec 2023
  •  
    19:00 - 21:00
  • Location
    Tonbridge - https://w3w.co/risks.analogy.mops
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Join us for a short night paddle at Tonbridge, if we are lucky we might see some Christmas Lights. Meet at 7pm

  Bring lights and light up your boats and boards!

  This trip is suitable for all members who can paddle in a straight line for more than 50m.
  

  We should be on the water for between 1hr and 1h 30 mins

  As we start getting into the winter months please dress according to the predicted weather and bring a hot drink.

  This trip is suitable for all members who can paddle in a straight line for 50m and self rescue*.

  As we will be paddling in the dark, you must wear a head touch and a good few glow sticks/LED battery powered strip lights to attached to your boat or yourself (safely)

  Please bring a hot drink in flask to have either on the water or when you get off, Di will bring the mince pies! 

  *****No flashing beacon lights please as these are incredibly bright that they tend to make it challenging for peoples eye to adjust to dark. *****

  *****No lights that trail in the water or that may represent a risk if you did capsize. If in doubt, ask Di or Claire directly.****

  Launch:  What3Words - https://w3w.co/risks.analogy.mops

  Organiser: Di Phillips

  Leaders: Claire Pitts and Di Phillips

  Don't forget to book equipment if you need it! 

  ** 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.

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

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• Christmas Paddle, Drinks and Food

  • When
    16 Dec 2023
  •  
    13:00 - 16:00
  • Location
    Grove Ferry

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  Christmas Paddle and Meal

  We'll be meeting at Grove Ferry at 13:00 and paddling up towards Fordwich, then having a meal at 4pm at Grove Ferry Inn.

  Any craft can join and there will be no requirement to wear a helmet but a silly hat is compulsory.

  We should be on the water for around 2 hours.

  You do not have to join us for a meal, but if you would like to, there is a £5 deposit, paid to the pub.  They are updating the menu, but I will share it with you once I have it.

  Organiser: Claire Pitts

  https://w3w.co/sung.grape.contemplate

  Don't forget to book equipment if you need it! 
  

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

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• River Medway Trip - Yalding

  • When
    23 Dec 2023
  •  
    10:00
  • Location
    Yalding

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  Join us at Yalding for a paddle on the river Medway.

  We will meet on Hampstead Lane as close to the Canoe jetty as possible but on the road, not the pub car park.

  https://w3w.co/ramp.mammoths.toward
  

  Plan will be to meet at 010:00 setting off no later than 10:30; all craft welcome.

  Organiser: Sammy Deans

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

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• Medway (East Farliegh, Teston or Wateringbury) - Paddle and Cookout!

  • When
    30 Dec 2023
  •  
    10:00 - 14:00
  • Location
    Medway (Teston, East Farleigh or Wateringbury launch)

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  Medway (Teston, East Farleigh or Wateringbury launch)

  Join us for a paddle and cookout! 

  We will be launching at either Teston, East Farliegh or Wateringbury, paddling out for a bit, then jumping off to make some grub and have a brew, then packing up and paddling back the the start.

  Meet location: TBC

  Good for SUP's, Canoes and River/Tourer Kayaks is open to all members who have completed the beginners course or have proven they are of the standard required to paddle in a straight line for more that 150m.

  We will be bringing a few light weight stoves and fuel, a couple of small lightweight frying pans, one for meat and one for veggies. Di and Claire intend to make themselves Halloumi burgars and bacon rolls :) If you are not sure what to bring to cook, message Di on slack.

  You should bring a hot drink in a flask/thermos travel mug and whatever simple food you want to cook.

  Organiser:  Di Phillips

  On the water support: Claire Pitts

  If you you do not have your own equipment then don't forget to book equipment.  You will also be expected to transport it to the start location unless prior arrangements are made.

  NOTE: This is a winter paddle so is very much dependent on the weather, the location may have to change but will be in Kent or we may have to cancel the paddle all together if weather and water flows are not suitable anywhere. 

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

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• Pool Session - Kayak Polo

  • When
    6 Jan 2024
  •  
    16:45 - 18:00
  • Location
    Folkestone Sports Centre
  • Spaces left
    17

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  Pool Session

  Come and play Kayak Polo

  Face guards provided

  @Folkestone Sports Centre

  • This is a members only activity. 
  • Parents and Guardians of Juniors age 12 years and under must remain at pool during the sessions.
  • There is a fee of £5 for the session, which is non-refundable.  Additional family members can book on at an additional £2.50, with a cap at £12.50.
  • Pool sessions start at 17:00, so please be there at least 15 minutes beforehand so that you are ready in time.
  • All equipment must be clean before being used in the pool.
  • Please help move ALL craft in and out of the building so that we can be as quick as possible.
  • If using the changing facilities, please be quick as we need to be out of the building by 18:15
  • If you need equipment, please make arrangements to book equipment  & collect it with the Quartermaster.  It is your responsibility to transport it to the pool and return it to the container.
  • NOTE: THE CHANGING ROOMS, ALTHOUGH SINGLE SEX ARE OPEN PLAN. ADULTS AND CHILDREN CHANGE TOGETHER, THUS GUARDIANS OF UNDER 18’s SHOULD MANAGE ACCORDINGLY.

  
  

  Address

  Radnor Park Ave,

  Folkestone

  CT19 5HX

  
  

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pirates take on Rye

  • When
    13 Jan 2024
  •  
    10:00 - 15:00
  • Location
    Rye

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  Rye Harbour return trip along the river Rother to Scotts Lock.

  The total length of the paddle is 7 miles. The trip is suitable for sea and crossover kayaks. There will be some tidal assistance, for part of the journey.

  Meet up at Rye Harbour (free) car park 10:00, What3Words///date.president.legend.

  Launch from slipway by the RNLI boathouse at 10:45

  Arrive at Scotts Lock 11:45, High Tide is 12:16 

  Off the water for about an hour.

  Start return 12:45

  Optional detour along the tidal section of the River Brede, 1 hour.

  Arrive back at RNLI boathouse 14:45

  Please make sure you are dressed for the conditions and bring lunch and a drink.

  If you need equipment, please use the equipment booking form.

  Organiser: Claire Pitts

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

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• River Medway Trip - Yalding

  • When
    20 Jan 2024
  •  
    10:00
  • Location
    Yalding

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  Join us at Yalding for a paddle on the river Medway, followed by a coffee and burger.

  We will meet on Hampstead Lane as close to the Canoe jetty as possible but on the road, not the pub car park.

  https://w3w.co/ramp.mammoths.toward
  

  Plan will be to meet at 010:00 setting off no later than 10:30; all craft welcome.

  Organiser: Sammy Deans & Sarah Deans

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

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• Pool Session - Sup

  • When
    27 Jan 2024
  •  
    16:45 - 18:00
  • Location
    Folkestone Sports Centre
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Pool Session

  This session is for SUP only

  This is a chance for you to learn and practice rolling

  @Folkestone Sports Centre

  • This is a members only activity. 
  • Parents and Guardians of Juniors age 12 years and under must remain at pool during the sessions.
  • There is a fee of £5 for the session, which is non-refundable.  Additional family members can book on at an additional £2.50, with a cap at £12.50.
  • Pool sessions start at 17:00, so please be there at least 15 minutes beforehand so that you are ready in time.
  • All equipment must be clean before being used in the pool.
  • Please help move ALL craft in and out of the building so that we can be as quick as possible.
  • If using the changing facilities, please be quick as we need to be out of the building by 18:15
  • If you need equipment, please make arrangements to book equipment  & collect it with the Quartermaster.  It is your responsibility to transport it to the pool and return it to the container.
  • NOTE: THE CHANGING ROOMS, ALTHOUGH SINGLE SEX ARE OPEN PLAN. ADULTS AND CHILDREN CHANGE TOGETHER, THUS GUARDIANS OF UNDER 18’s SHOULD MANAGE ACCORDINGLY.

  
  

  Address

  Radnor Park Ave,

  Folkestone

  CT19 5HX

  
  

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pirates take on Grove Ferry

  • When
    3 Feb 2024
  •  
    10:00 - 14:00
  • Location
    Grove ferry

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  We should be on the water for no more that 2 hours so don't forget a drink and snack. Please dress for the weather.

  This trip is suitable for all members, including beginners, but you must be able to perform a wet exit if in a kayak.

  We meet at Grove Ferry Picnic Park.  There is a fee for parking.
  Here is the What 3 Words:
  https://w3w.co/hospitals.scorched.vowel

  Organiser: Claire Pitts

  Don't forget, you must bring your own equipment.

  If you need EQUIPMENT then please make sure you book it and arrange to collect it with Jochen. If you cannot bring a boat with you, please let Jochen know and we will see if one can be brought along for you.

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks.
  

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• Dartmoor Whitewater Trip

  • Start
    9 Feb 2024
  • End
    11 Feb 2024
  • Location
    Buckfastligh
  • Spaces left
    24

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  We will be travelling to Dartmoor in February.

  The aim is to travel up on the Friday afternoon/evening and stay at a bunkhouse. We will paddle on the Saturday and Sunday before travelling back on the Sunday evening.

  The trip will cater for Canoeists, Kayakers and SUPpers with some experience of moving water. If you are unsure on your suitability for this trip, please speak to one of the organisers.

  Finer Details:
  

  • Bunkhouse - Pengelly bunkhouse (Its basic, but functional, you'll need a sleeping bag, pillow, shared rooms, 25 bunks, lots of floor space if people want it)
  • Location Buckfastleigh
  • Cost £40 PP Inc Bunk, Breakfast and Lunch
  • Dinner Sat Night - TBC but eating out

  River, water dependent
  

  • Dart 
  • Plym
  • Teign
  • Tavy
  • Walkham

  Where preferred, we will aim to buddy people up for travelling to reduce fuel costs which will run to around £100 per car (we usually see between 2 and 4 people travelling together).  You will need to feed yourself Friday night. 

  Organiser: Malcolm Oates and Gordon Davies
  

  On the water support: Malcolm Oates (Kayak/SUP), Gordon Davies (Canoe/Kayak) and Will Body (Canoe/Kayak)

  Don't forget to book equipment if you need it!

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• Pool Session - Open

  • When
    10 Feb 2024
  •  
    16:45 - 18:00
  • Location
    Folkestone Sports Centre
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Pool Session

  Open Session, no formal coaching

  @Folkestone Sports Centre

  • This is a members only activity. 
  • Parents and Guardians of Juniors age 12 years and under must remain at pool during the sessions.
  • There is a fee of £5 for the session, which is non-refundable.  Additional family members can book on at an additional £2.50, with a cap at £12.50.
  • Pool sessions start at 17:00, so please be there at least 15 minutes beforehand so that you are ready in time.
  • All equipment must be clean before being used in the pool.
  • Please help move ALL craft in and out of the building so that we can be as quick as possible.
  • If using the changing facilities, please be quick as we need to be out of the building by 18:15
  • If you need equipment, please make arrangements to book equipment  & collect it with the Quartermaster.  It is your responsibility to transport it to the pool and return it to the container.
  • NOTE: THE CHANGING ROOMS, ALTHOUGH SINGLE SEX ARE OPEN PLAN. ADULTS AND CHILDREN CHANGE TOGETHER, THUS GUARDIANS OF UNDER 18’s SHOULD MANAGE ACCORDINGLY.

  
  

  Address

  Radnor Park Ave,

  Folkestone

  CT19 5HX

  
  

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pool Session - Wet Skills

  • When
    24 Feb 2024
  •  
    16:45 - 18:00
  • Location
    Folkestone Sports Centre
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Pool Session

  Wet Skills Session

  @Folkestone Sports Centre

  • This is a members only activity. 
  • Parents and Guardians of Juniors age 12 years and under must remain at pool during the sessions.
  • There is a fee of £5 for the session, which is non-refundable.  Additional family members can book on at an additional £2.50, with a cap at £12.50.
  • Pool sessions start at 17:00, so please be there at least 15 minutes beforehand so that you are ready in time.
  • All equipment must be clean before being used in the pool.
  • Please help move ALL craft in and out of the building so that we can be as quick as possible.
  • If using the changing facilities, please be quick as we need to be out of the building by 18:15
  • If you need equipment, please make arrangements to book equipment  & collect it with the Quartermaster.  It is your responsibility to transport it to the pool and return it to the container.
  • NOTE: THE CHANGING ROOMS, ALTHOUGH SINGLE SEX ARE OPEN PLAN. ADULTS AND CHILDREN CHANGE TOGETHER, THUS GUARDIANS OF UNDER 18’s SHOULD MANAGE ACCORDINGLY.

  
  

  Address

  Radnor Park Ave,

  Folkestone

  CT19 5HX

  
  

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pirates at Springboard to Summer (Sea Kayaking)

  • Start
    17 May 2024
  • End
    19 May 2024

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  Booking is now open for Springboard to Summer
  
  https://www.channelevents.co.uk/springboard-to-summer/
  
  Everyone is responsible for booking themselves on the event organisers site, add yourself to this event once you have your space confirmed.
  
  

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• Pirates take on Bewl Water

  • When
    22 Jun 2024
  •  
    09:30 - 17:00
  • Location
    Bewl Water

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  Bewl Water Trip

  Bewl Water is the largest stretch of open water in the South East and offers the best opportunity to paddle a large body of water without traveling hundreds of miles out of Kent.

  The trip is aimed at all members and crafts. You must be able to perform a wet exit if in a kayak.

  We'll finish the session with a BBQ and social, more details to follow. 

  There is a fee to paddle on the reservoir (£20pp) and this can be done by heading to Bewl Water Day Pass; with regards to insurance, if you are a fully paid up member of British Canoeing then you are already covered. If not then Pirates Membership will also cover you.  It is your responsibility to organise the Day Pass.

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks.
  

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• Pirates take on the River Wye (camping weekend)

  • Start
    16 Aug 2024
  • End
    18 Aug 2024
  • Location
    River Wye

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  Weekend Camping and Paddle on the River Wye

  We're running a weekend camp and paddle at the River Wye in August.

  The campsite and final arrangements will be confirmed nearer the time.  For now, please let me know if you'd like to come.

  It's suitable for all, Symonds Yat is nearby for those who want to practice and we'll have river trips running as well.

  Paddlesport has inherent risks associated with it.  By registering for this event you are acknowledging these risks. 
  

  
  

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