John Speakman
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carpark or roadside. Will start paddle from the shore by the carpark at 10.00am A morning sea kayak trip from the Brown Howe carpark or nearby roadside. Anti-clockwise with a stop for lunch at the Bluebird cafe at Coniston lakeside. 1. Event co-ordinator. John Speakman 2. Trip Leader. John Speakman 3. Trip Type. Flat Water. (Sea kayak or touring kayak) 4. Level of ability. Beginner-any. 5. Date Friday 1st December 6. Venue. Coniston Water 7. Meet. The roadside by the lake at Brown Howe, or pay & display carpark. SW end of Coniston. Meet 9.30 for 10.00am start. 8. No shuttles required. Back at start by 3.30pm 9. Trip will go ahead if weather is suitable for the skills level of members signed on. Please read LCC trip notes on club website. I am happy to co-ordinate and lead the trip. However, as we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each others safety on the water. Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip. RSVP at least 2 days before the date of the event. -
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Michael Jackson plus son and daughter as guests. -
River Safety Basic Practice
John Speakman commented on John Speakman's event in LCC Paddling Safety Courses
Lou Mather as guest paddler. -
Harvest Moon (night paddle)
John Speakman commented on John Speakman's event in LCC Flat Water / Lake Trips
Lou Mather as guest . -
River Safety Practice before the river paddling season gets underway. Devils Bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale. Organiser : John Speakman River Leader. Tim Mather An opportunity for new and old river runners to practice safely skills. eg. Exit capsized kayak and swim with boat and paddle to the bank. Trowline practice, active swimming practice. Recover kayak and paddle. Riverside discussion followed by practice in the river. Club kit will be provided for new river runners. 10.00 start on the river bank.
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A canal paddle from Bolton le Sands to the Waterwitch pub in Lancaster and return. 7 miles each way. Improvers+. Sea Kayak 1. Event co-ordination: John Speakman 2. Trip Leader: John Speakman 3. Trip Type: Canal 4. Level of ability: improver Sea Kayak 5. Date. Friday 8th November 6. Venue. Lancaster canal 7. Meet 9.30am. Large lay-by at canal side 1 mile south of Carnforth on the A6. 8. Anything else; It could be a cold day so bring warm gear just in case. Flask and refreshment but we may have lunch at the Waterwitch pub. Two hour paddle to centre of Lancaster for lunch then return to cars by 3pm. 9. Good to share lifts if possible. Read trip notes: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ I am happy to lead, however we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety. RSVP at least 2 days before the event. Guests by arrangement with organiser.
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A night paddle on Windermere under the full moon. From Waterhead carpark in Ambleside. Meet at 7.00pm, on the lake for 7.30pm. 1. Event co-ordination: John Speakman 2. Trip Leader: John Speakman 3. Trip Type: Lake 4. Level of ability: improver, in any boat (no SUP) 5. Date. Thursday 17th October 6. Venue. Windermere 7. Meet 7.00 pm carpark at Waterhead north end of Windermere. Paddle plan will be agreed on the evening depending on visibility. 8. Anything else; Could be very cold, dress warm, bring Head torches and wear something reflective. Hot Drink & Snack Read trip notes: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com.trips/ I am happy to lead, however we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety. RSVP at least 2 days before the event. Guests by arrangement with organiser.
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A night paddle on Windermere under the full moon. From Rayrigg carpark on the Rayrigg Road. Meet at 7.30pm, on the lake for 8.00pm Two hours to explore south past the lights of Bowness to Storrs Hotel and back via the Windermere archipelago. 1. Event co-ordination: John Speakman 2. Trip Leader: John Speakman 3. Trip Type: Lake 4. Level of ability: any, in any boat 5. Date. Wednesday 18th September (full moon) 6. Venue. Windermere 7. Meet 7.30pm. Rayrigg carpark. South of Millerground. 8. Anything else; Could be very cold, dress warm, bring Head torches and wear something reflective. Read trip notes: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com.trips/ I am happy to lead, however we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety. RSVP at least 2 days before the event. Guests by arrangement with organiser.
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James Boylan attending as a guest. -
until2024 Lakeland Canoe Club Film Festival A fantastic selection of kayaking and canoeing films from around the world. Book here: https://www.breweryarts.co.uk/event/paddling-film-festival-2024/
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Killington Lake Paddle
John Speakman commented on Sally Soady's event in LCC Flat Water / Lake Trips
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Sorry I have car problems so won’t make it tonight. I’m sure that Giles and Alistair won’t mind taking charge. -
May Canal paddle to Tewitfield
John Speakman commented on John Speakman's event in LCC Flat Water / Lake Trips
Ok, thanks Lynne, hope you recover quickly. RoyG is coming to join us. -
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Giles, more helpers the better if you’re available. -
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Nat, I will bring a sea kayak for you.
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