Simon Lerpiniere

An introduction to the tide races and moving water around Anglesey. Please bring a dry suit or a decent wetsuit/long johns, as you may get wet! Bring a helmet too, as we'll almost certainly do some rock hopping. We'll also do the obligatory bird watching and sight seeing. If you're experienced and comfortable in tide races and rough water, you're still welcome to come along. You'll need to arrange your own accommodation. I'll be planning to stop at Anglesey Outdoors in the van. Another good option for campers is Outdoor Alternative. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Sea 4. Level of ability : Suitable for paddlers confident on moderate water, and want to gain some experience in advanced water conditions. See details on the club site here. 5. Date: 01/08/25 - 03/08/25- Paddling Friday/Saturday/Sunday. On the water for 11am Friday, off the water by 15:30 Sunday. 6. Venue: Anglesey 7. Meet location / time: Meeting point for each day to be confirmed each morning by 9am. We will likely meet up either the night before or that morning to coordinate. 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 30/07/25. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

White Water trip for kayaks, to the Tryweryn National White Water centre. Details on the website here https://www.nationalwhitewatercentre.co.uk/paddler-info. Damn release river, grade 2/3/3+. Top section (down to the slalom hut) is G2, bottom is continuous G3/3+ (down to raft get-out). Don't worry if you've not been before, more than happy to guide. If you usually paddle improver trips but are confident and want to attend, drop me a message. Release is usually confirmed the Wednesday/Thursday before. I'll post up to confirm trip is running once release is confirmed. Campsite is here https://tyncornelcamping.co.uk/. Please book directly (or feel free to arrange whatever suits). Plan is to paddle 2 days on the course. Fine if you just want to come for 1 day, but please plan to come on the Saturday if so. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: River 4. Level of ability : Intermediate. 5. Date: 12/07/25 - 13/07/25- Paddling Saturday/Sunday. On the water for 10:30am Saturday, off the water by 3:30pm Sunday. 6. Venue: Tryweryn 7. Meet location / time: 10:00am top car park. 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 10/07/25. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

Evening short paddle and rescue practice on Coniston. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Lake / Safety 4. Level of ability : Any. See details on the club site here. 5. Date: 23/04/25 6. Venue: Coniston Lake 7. Meet location / time: Brown Howe car park at 6PM here https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZVnHMNTTqiz4Jqdg6 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: All craft welcome Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

If you've not paddled the ride races around Anglesey before, this is a chance to experience them. Doesn't matter if you've never paddled a tide race before. North Stack and Penrhyn Mawr both have easier and harder lines to choose from, plus big eddies to sit out and rest if you need. 3 days paddling, all day trips, not fast or long distances. You'll need to arrange your own accommodation. I'm stopping at Anglesey Outdoors. Anglesey Outdoors also has rooms and bunks available at time of writing. Please use a dry suit and carry safety equipment as per club guidance here. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Sea 4. Level of ability : Suitable for advanced paddlers or strong intermediate paddlers looking for experience is advanced conditions. See details on the club site here. If you're unsure, drop me a line. 5. Date: 09/05/25 - 11/05/25 - Paddling Friday/Saturday/Sunday. On the water for 11am Friday, off the water by 14:30 Sunday. 6. Venue: Anglesey 7. Meet location / time: Meeting point for each day to be confirmed each morning by 10am. Meeting in Paddlers Return to coordinate. 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 7pm 07/05/25. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

CANCELLED DUE TO (VERY) BAD WEATHER Coastal day trips in Anglesey. We'll be aiming for the tide races and headlands in Anglesey. So North+South Stack, Penrhyn Mawr, Point Lynas, etc. 3 days paddling, all day trips, not fast or long distances. Advanced trip, so still running in windy conditions, so long as it's not a storm! You'll need to arrange your own accommodation. I'm stopping at Anglesey Outdoors. Anglesey Outdoors also has rooms and bunks available at time of writing. Please use a dry suit and carry full gear. Water temperature is pretty cold in February. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Sea 4. Level of ability : Advanced. See details on the club site here. 5. Date: 21/02/25 - 23/02/25 - Paddling Friday/Saturday/Sunday. On the water for 11am Friday, off the water by 14:30 Sunday. 6. Venue: Anglesey 7. Meet location / time: Meeting point for each day to be confirmed each morning by 10am. Meeting in Paddlers Return to coordinate. 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 20/02/25. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

Circular trip of Walney Island. Full day out. Bring lunch. Expecting winds F3-4, with some gusts, NNW, so a slightly headwind start, then wind on our backs and hopefully a bit of shelter round the top. Expecting a bit of swell too. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Sea 4. Level of ability : Intermediate. See details on the club site here. 5. Date: 17/01/25 6. Venue: Walney Island 7. Meet point: Earnse Point, 9am 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ I am happy to co-ordinate and lead the trip. However, as we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety on the water. Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 9pm 16/01/25 Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

Coastal day trips in Anglesey. Possible trips are Rhoscolyn bay and shorelines with some rock hopping, Four mile bridge to Rhoscolyn bay, the Menai straits, Cemaes Bay and Cemlyn Bay, maybe even Puffin Island. You'll need to arrange your own accommodation. I'll be planning to stop at Anglesey Outdoors in the van. Another good option for campers is Outdoor Alternative. Anglesey Outdoors also has rooms and bunks available at time of writing. Please use a dry suit if you have one. Water temperature is pretty cold in March. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Sea 4. Level of ability : Intermediate. See details on the club site here. 5. Date: 07/03/25 - 09/03/25 - Paddling Friday/Saturday/Sunday. On the water for 11am Friday, off the water by 14:30 Sunday. 6. Venue: Anglesey 7. Meet location / time: Meeting point for each day to be confirmed each morning by 9am. We will likely meet up either the night before or that morning to coordinate. 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 06/03/25. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

Coastal day trips in Anglesey. Possible trips are Rhoscolyn bay and shorelines with some rock hopping, Four mile bridge to Rhoscolyn bay, the Menai straits, Cemaes Bay and Cemlyn Bay, maybe even Puffin Island. You'll need to arrange your own accommodation. I'll be planning to stop at Anglesey Outdoors in the van. Another good option for campers is Outdoor Alternative. Anglesey Outdoors also has rooms and bunks available at time of writing. Please use a dry suit if you have one. Water temperature is still pretty cold in April. We'll also be practicing some rescues and towing over the weekend, so be prepared to get wet. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: Sea 4. Level of ability : Intermediate. See details on the club site here. 5. Date: 04/04/25 - 06/04/25- Paddling Friday/Saturday/Sunday. On the water for 11am Friday, off the water by 14:30 Sunday. 6. Venue: Anglesey 7. Meet location / time: Meeting point for each day to be confirmed each morning by 9am. We will likely meet up either the night before or that morning to coordinate. 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 03/04/25. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

White water trip for white water river kayaks. Expecting .6 or just above. Due to be a sunny day! 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: River 4. Level of ability : Intermediate 5. Date: 03/01/25 6. Venue: River Lune, Beckfoot to Rawthey confluence. 7. Meet point: Meeting at the get-out by the bridleway at the get-out here https://maps.app.goo.gl/iDmrFFPGW8zEoDFG8 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/river-trips/ I am happy to co-ordinate and lead the trip. However, as we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety on the water. Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 8pm 02/01. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

White water trip for white water river kayaks. Quite a bit of rain forecast Tuesday and into Wednesday. Could end up on an intermediate river if there's not enough water. Either way, there will be a paddle of some sort. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: River 4. Level of ability : Advanced 5. Date: 01/01/25 6. Venue: TBC 7. Meet point: TBC, 10am 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/river-trips/ I am happy to co-ordinate and lead the trip. However, as we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety on the water. Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 8pm 31/12. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.

Yes, you read that right, BOXING DAY! Slightly later start than usual. Escape the in-laws/kids/significant other, come paddling instead of eating mince pies. White water trip for river kayak. 1. Event co-ordinator: Simon Lerpiniere (07811144461) 2. Trip Leader leader: Simon Lerpiniere 3. Trip type: River 4. Level of ability : Intermediate 5. Date: 26/12/24 6. Venue: River in the lakes 7. Meet point: TBC, 10:30am 8. Meet to share lifts at: Arrange your own 9. Anything else: If you've not paddled with me before, I'll be in touch on WhatsApp before the trip. If you're not sure this trip is for you, feel free to drop me a message or phone call. Please read notes re trips here: https://lakelandcanoeclub.wordpress.com/trips/ I am happy to co-ordinate and lead the trip. However, as we will be a team, we are jointly responsible for each other’s safety on the water. Please ensure you carry the correct kit for the trip you are attending. RSVP by latest 8pm 25/12. Guests by arrangement with the organiser only.