Mike Hayward

1. Social paddle and Advanced river running but grade 3+ river trip 2. Saturday 8th October 3. Starting tbc confirm Friday evening 4. Meet tbc confirm Friday evening 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: grade 3 river trip RSVP Aimed at the more experienced paddlers who want to explore different rivers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 3. Water levels low, no rain forecast, so no trip cancelled

Introduction to river Skills 3 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 1/2 river section - River Kent from Staveley 2. Saturday 5th March 3. Starting from starting at 10.00 the previous evening ( please check for details) 4. Meet 10.00 a.m. Kendal Natland road, 300m from roundabout on North side of river. http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?x=351810&y=491351&z=115&sv=351810,491351&st=4&ar=y&mapp=map.srf&searchp=ids.srf&dn=817&ax=351810&ay=491351&lm=0 5 Trip leader Brain Clough 6. Other notes suitable for all under 18 by prior arrangement only please email trip leader RSVP max 6 paddlers

Introduction to river Skills2 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 - TBC 2. Saturday 22nd October 3. Starting from starting at TBC 4. Meet 9.00a.m. TBC 5 Trip leader Mike Hayward 6. Other notes suitable for all under 18 by prior arrangement only please email trip leader All TBC will be posted Friday evening about 8 p.m. Event will be cancelled if river levels are too high. 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 Cancelled due to lack of rain and low water level in rivers

1. Social paddle and Advanced river running 2. Saturday 10th Sept 3. Starting Patton Bridge confirm Saturday 8 a.m. 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. at recycling bins nr Morrison's supermarket in Kendal 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: Thursday level is 0.68 ( low) and rising rain forecast friday night. Wil lconfirm sat morning 8 am if too low we will move to another river. please check here before departure grade 3+ river trip RSVP Aimed at the more experienced paddlers who want to explore different rivers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 3 ( maybe a bit more) TRIP CONFIRMED _ Sat 7.30 a.m.meet at 9.30 as above

1. Social paddle - Morecambe Bay / Kent Estuary 2. Sunday 16th Oct 3. Starting from Arside promenade 4. Meet 7.45 a.m. ready to be on water by 8.00a.m. Estimated trip duration 3.5 hours on the water. 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: Tidal height is 10.04m with HW at 11.58 All types of closed cockpit kayaks welcome. We will paddle out into Morecambe bay, ( downstream) then be brought back by incoming tide ( downstream) bore wave is expected. Depending on channel depths you may need to drag your boats for a short distance if channel are shallow. We will paddle out into the bay and meet the bore wave. Very good chance of getting a surfable wave. We will finish back at Arnside at 11.00 approximately. Those intending to ride the bore wave wave should be confident in their roll. Otherwise be prepared to sit behind the wave and follow it in. Not suitable for novices. If conditions are suiatble we may continue up the Estuary which will mean a later finish. RSVP if you are intending to paddle

1. Social paddle - Morecambe Bay / Kent Estuary 2. Sunday 18th Sept 3. Starting from Arnside promenade 4. Meet 8.30 a.m. ready to be on water by 9.00a.m. Estimated trip duration 3.5 hours on the water. 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: Tidal height is 10.02m with HW at 13.03 All types of closed cockpit kayaks welcome. We will paddle out into Morecambe bay, ( downstream) then be brought back by incoming tide ( downstream) bore wave is expected. Depending on channel depths you may need to drag your boats for a short distance if channel are shallow. We will paddle out into the bay and meet the bore wave. Very good chance of getting a surfable wave. We will finish back at Arnside at 12.00 approximately. Those intending to ride the bore wave wave should be confident in their roll. Otherwise be prepared to sit behind the wave and follow it in. Not suitable for novices. If conditions are suiatble we may continue up the Estuary which will mean a later finish. RSVP if you are intending to paddle

Sea kayaking trip A journey likely to be on west Coast of Scotland, including camping overnight. Initial thoughts are the Mull of Kintyre, but this may change if weather i snot suitable. Maximum group is 6. Mike H Brian C Sten and Angela S are attending 2 spaces left

We are looking at 4 or 5 days away paddling grade 3(4) rivers. Location will be dependant upon water levels. Accommodation will be sorted when we decide on location. Mike H Stu M Brian C have already indicated they are interested. email mike Hayward if you have questions. RSVP

1. Social paddle - Morecambe Bay / Kent Estuary 2. Saturday 9th April 3. Starting from Arside promenade 4. Meet 9.00 a.m. ready to be on water by 9.30a.m. Estimated trip duration 3.5 hours on the water. 5. Trip co-ordinator: Sten Sture 6. Any special notes: Tidal height is 10.41m with HW at 13.28 All types of closed cockpit kayaks welcome. We will paddle out into Morecambe bay, ( downstream) then be brought back by incoming tide ( downstream) bore wave is expected. Depending on channel depths you may need to drag your boats for a short distance if channel are shallow. We will paddle out into the bay and meet the bore wave. Very good chance of getting a surfable wave. We will finish back at Arnside at 13.00 approximately. Those intending to ride the bore wave wave should be confident in their roll. Otherwise be prepared to sit behind the wave and follow it in. Not suitable for novices. If conditions are suiatble we may continue up the Estuary which will mean a later finish. RSVP if you are intending to paddle

If you are considering paddling please email mike hayward Trip will depend upon suitable water levels.

1. Social paddle - Morecambe Bay / Kent Estuary 2. Saturday 7th May 3. Starting from Arside promenade 4. Meet 8.00 a.m. ready to be on water by 8.30a.m. Estimated trip duration 3.5 hours on the water. 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: Tidal height is 10.18m with HW at 12.22 All types of closed cockpit kayaks welcome. We will paddle out into Morecambe bay, ( downstream) then be brought back by incoming tide ( downstream) bore wave is expected. Depending on channel depths you may need to drag your boats for a short distance if channel are shallow. We will paddle out into the bay and meet the bore wave. Very good chance of getting a surfable wave. We will finish back at Arnside at 11.30 approximately. Those intending to ride the bore wave wave should be confident in their roll. Otherwise be prepared to sit behind the wave and follow it in. Not suitable for novices. If conditions are suiatble we may continue up the Estuary which will mean a later finish. Sunday 8th has a similar tide so if Saturday is excellent we may paddle Sunday as well. RSVP if you are intending to paddle

1. Social paddle - Morecambe Bay / Kent Estuary 2. Saturday 12th March 3. Starting from Arside promenade 4. Meet 9.00 a.m. ready to be on water by 9.30a.m. Estimated trip duration 3.5 hours on the water. 5. Trip co-ordinator: Sten Sture 6. Any special notes: Tidal height is 10.24m with HW at 13.32 All types of closed cockpit kayaks welcome. We will paddle out into Morecambe bay, ( downstream) then be brought back by incoming tide ( downstream) bore wave is expected. Depending on channel depths you may need to drag your boats for a short distance if channel are shallow. We will paddle out into the bay and meet the bore wave. Very good chance of getting a surfable wave. We will finish back at Arnside at 13.45 approximately. Those intending to ride the bore wave wave should be confident in their roll. Otherwise be prepared to sit behind the wave and follow it in. Not suitable for novices. If conditions are suiatble we may continue up the Estuary which will mean a later finish. RSVP if you are intending to paddle

1. Long Sea kayak weekend 2. Aug 6-8. Travel up Friday 5th. Return Monday 8th after paddling 3. Starting Arisaig Saturday 6th August 4. Will co-ordinate shared travel when group is confirmed. 5. Trip leader: Alan Ashby 6. Any special notes: maximum 4 paddlers. ( 8 if a second leader joins the trip) This weekend will be a 3 day trip out to explore and wildcamp out on the Small Isles. Exact itinerary will be weather dependent but we will be aiming at least to to get to Eigg and Muck. Suitable for sea kayakers who want a longer weekend away. Previous sea kayaking experience assumed – eg happy in moderate coastal sea conditions up to force 4 wind and associated waves conditions. No major exposed crossings or unavoidable big tide races planned – but the passages may be up to 30 kms in the day ! On the Monday the paddle will be shorter to allow people to get off in time to get back at a reasonable hour. RSVP please on first come first served basis.

1. Sea kayak weekend 2. June 10-12. Travel up Friday 10th June. Return Sunday 12th after paddling 3. Starting Oban exact point tbc Saturday 11th June 4. Will co-ordinate shared travel when group is confirmed. 5. Trip leader: Alan Ashby 6. Any special notes: maximum 4 paddlers. ( 8 if a second leader joins the trip) This weekend will be 2 day trips based out of the Oban Caravan and Camping Park. If the weather is exceptional we may also have a chance of a night paddle in the Sound of Kerrara. Suitable for sea kayakers who want a weekend away. Previous sea kayaking experience assumed – eg happy in moderate coastal sea conditions up to force 4 wind and associated waves conditions. No major exposed crossings or unavoidable big tide races planned ! RSVP please on first come first served basis.

1. Social paddle and Advanced river running River Leven - the full run 2. Sunday 28th Feb 3. Starting 11.30 from Newby bridge 4. Meet 11.0 a.m. tbc 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: grade 3+ river trip RSVP Aimed at the more experienced paddlers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 3

1. Social paddle and Advanced river running 2. Sunday 17th January 3. Starting tbc confirm Saturday eve 4. Meet 10.00 a.m. at recycling bins nr Morrison's supermarket. 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: I have sent email to those who have RSVP please reply or ring with your thoughts grade 3+ river trip RSVP Aimed at the more experienced paddlers who want to explore different rivers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 3 or better

Due to unforseen circumstance Mike Sunderland is unable to organise this event. If the participants would like to paddle I can give you each other email if you email Mike Hayward. apologies 1. River running skills 2. Sunday 14th Feb 3. Starting tbc Confirm Friday eve 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. place tbc Confirm Friday eve for shared transport or river 5. Trip leader: Mike Sunderland 6. Any special notes: grade 3 river trip with a focus on river running skills Maximum six paddlers, - first 6 to RSVP Check Friday night for last minute changes Aimed at the more experienced competent paddlers who want to explore different rivers – coaching available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle at least grade 2 or better.

1. River running skills 2. Sunday 23rd January 3. Starting tbc Confirm Friday eve 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. place tbc Confirm Friday eve for shared transport or river 5. Trip leader: Mike Sunderland 6. Any special notes: grade 3 river trip with a focus on river running skills Maximum six paddlers, - first 6 to RSVP Check Friday night for last minute changes Aimed at the more experienced competent paddlers who want to explore different rivers – coaching available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle at least grade 2 or better.

1. River running skills 2. Saturday 7th November 3. Starting tbc Confirm Friday eve 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. place tbc Confirm Friday eve for shared transport or river 5. Trip leader: Mike Sunderland 6. Any special notes: grade 3 river trip with a focus on river running skills Maximum six paddlers, - first 6 to RSVP Check Friday night for last minute changes Aimed at the more experienced competent paddlers who want to explore different rivers – coaching available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle at least grade 2 or better.

June 5th Sea Quest Organised Copeland CC - www.copelandcanoe.org.uk/seaquest.html

Sunday 6th March 2016 – Killington Lake 10 am - 3 pm Sea Kayaking Demo Days by Sea Kayak Oban. Hosted by Killington Sailing Association, supervised by “Cumbria Canoeists” – FREE - Further info: - www.seakayakoban.com or info@seakayakoban.com or Mike Sunderland coaching.cumbria@britishcanoeing.org.uk

1. Social paddle Advanced river running 2 River Leck Beck 3. Starting 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. by the canal at Crooklands http://www.streetmap...&ay=482599&lm=0 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: grade 3 (4+) or portages river trip RSVP LOTS of rain forecast saturday evening / sunday so this should run Aimed at the more experienced paddlers who want to explore different rivers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 3/4 or better If Leck Beck is not up we will fidn a suitabel alternative

1. Social paddle Advanced river running 2 River Greta at Ingleton 2. Saturday 14th October 3. Starting Ingleton confirm Thursday eve 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. by the canal at Crooklands http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?x=353918&y=482599&z=120&sv=353918,482599&st=4&ar=y&mapp=map.srf&searchp=ids.srf&dn=558&ax=353918&ay=482599&lm=0 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: grade 2/3 river trip RSVP Check Friday night for last minute changes Aimed at the more experienced paddlers who want to explore different rivers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 2/3 or better

Trip is cancelled. River is huge and flowing through trees, and Road access to Tebay is flooded. Apologies I may have accidentally deleted two or three names from the RSVP list- This was an error. Please add your name again - we are expecting you to paddle. Sorry Mike H

Unfortunately Mike is ill and so he is not in a position to paddle on this trip, So the event is cancelled. Sorry. 1. Social paddle Advanced river running 3 2. Saturday 28th November 3. Starting 4. Meet 9.30 a.m. place tbc confirm Thursday eve for shared transport to river. all aday evnet 5. Trip leader: Mike Hayward 6. Any special notes: grade 2/3 river trip Maximum six paddlers, - first 6 to RSVP Check Friday night for last minute changes Aimed at the more experienced paddlers who want to explore different rivers – river running tips and leadership available as we run the river. Previous experience assumed happy to paddle grade 3 or better.