Introduction to river Skills 1

Introduction to river Skills 1

Learn basic river running skills and techniques, what to look for.

Aimed at anyone who :

-can paddle rivers but wants to refresh / improve basic skills

-learn basic skills.

As a minimum you must be a competent flat water paddler and be a happy swimmer in event of capsize.

You must have your own kit including helmet

1. Grade 1river section - River Lune, Kirkby Lonsdale to Hornby.

2. Saturday 1st October

3. Starting from starting at Devils bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale.

4. Meet 9.00a.m. West side of the bridge

5 Trip leader Mike Hayward

6. Other notes suitable for all

under 18 by prior arrangement only please email trip leader

We may visit another river section if time / demand

Please remember

kayak, paddle, helmet . buoyancy aid, spray deck, spare clothes, (hot drink . lunch)

RSVP

max 6 paddlers

If you choose not to RSVP and there are more than 6 you may be refused the opportunity to join the session