Announcements

Saturday 14th March

This weeks white water training session will consist of a river trip again, we are thinking the River Holme near Holmfirth depending upon water levels.

We will meet at Holmfirth swimming pool car park HD9 3JL at 12.30pm, we will then unload all equipment and then shuttle the cars to the end point further down the river near Honley.

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The river consists of several man made weirs similar to the  one shown as well as a few sections of rapids  and a couple of surf waves.

The trip  will be suitable for any   members who have been attending the Saturday training sessions but if in doubt please get in touch.

If anyone needs a lift or any kit etc. or has any questions please contact me at: ukprojects@hotmail.co.uk or speak to me (Andy) or Mike Friday at Batley.JS35967122

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Saturday 7th March

This weeks whitewater training session will consist of a short river trip.

We will meet at Healey at 12.30pm, we will then unload all equipment and then shuttle the cars to the end point at Horbury Junction.

The river consists of the normal sections followed by couple of straight sections, a nice rapids section near the Bingley Arms and finally we end just after the weir shown.

Weather forecast for Saturday 14 degrees and sunny so should be a pleasant trip.

If anyone needs any kit etc. or has any questions please contact me at: ukprojects@hotmail.co.uk or speak to me (Andy) or Mike Friday at Batley.2375016_6304a017

Trips

Swale, 8th Mar 2015

The next WYCC river trip is the river Swale on Sunday 8th March. If you intend to paddle, please send me an email to casper.karen@googlemail.com

Starting from Richmond falls to Catterick Bridge. It is a paddle for beginners at a level of 1 meter and below. If you’ve attended Mike’s white water sessions or other beginners trips then you should be fine.

Here’s a link to the level monitor and further details about the river: http://rainchasers.com/river/swale/richmond-catterick-bridge

Meeting time at Richmond falls is at 10am

There is a charge at the car park at Richmond falls so the idea is to leave as few vehicles there as possible obviously.

For your directions to Richmond falls, use the postcode DL10 4JR

For directions to the get out at Catterick Bridge House Hotel, use DL10 7PE.

Thanks

Karen

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Saturday 21st Feb Whitewater Training

This week the whitewater training session will take place at Sowerby Bridge. This stretch of the Calder is the home of Halifax Canoe Club and the river has been developed for slalom training.

The course consists of several small weirs with large pools below making it safe for most skill levels.

The plan is to meet here: HX6 1AN in the car park around 12.45, please ensure you have the correct paddling kit and ensure you wrap up warm as we all will get quite wet (including me).

If anyone needs any kit etc. or has any questions please contact me at: ukprojects@hotmail.co.uk

Please let me know if you plan to attend just in case we need to change venue due to water levels etc.

Here you can see some of our members having a bit of fun:

Andy

Announcements

Pugneys 2015 Announcement

A quick note to say that the Pugneys lake sessions will begin this year on the 11th April.

Please note that car parking charges will apply this year – the cost is £2.80 for 4 hours. There are no longer any free parking concessions for members unfortunately.

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Reminder: Batley Pool Sessions

Just a reminder that Batley pool sessions are still on so if you’d like to get some practice in before Pugneys starts in early April, or fancy learning to roll before the next round of river trips, why not come along?

Non-members wishing to have an intro to kayaking are most welcome too. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch!