Please note that due to high or low water levels this session may be cancelled at the last minute. As much notice will be given as possible but due to sudden adverse changes in weather or river levels safety must be prioritised. Please only book onto this event if you are aware and ok with event cancellations on or part way through the day, even after travelling.
Pre-requisites - Attended recent Intro to Whitewater Beginner Session at Sleningford or a regular WW Club Member.
The session costs £10 for the full day.
Numbers for this river trip session are limited due to leader capacity and will be based on suitability. Please only book onto this session if you have spoken with Aidan regarding suitability for the session and have met the pre-requisites listed above.
This session is a grade 2 (3) river trip, please be aware that once on the water you will be expected to make it to the end!
Location
This will depend on the river levels on the weekend a decision will be made by Thursday 13th March at the latest. The possible venues are as follows.
- River Tees - Cotherstone to Barnard Castle or Abbey Rapids.
- River Eden - Lazonby to Armathwaite (B6413, Penrith CA10)
- Tees Barrage
You will need:
Paddling Equipment
- Clothing appropriate for being submersed in moving water during early March! Ideally a dry suit. A wet suit and cag is suitable but you may be submersed in cold water.
- Appropriate footwear. Wet suit shoes are not appropriate as they do not have enough grip, old trainers would be acceptable.
- Whitewater Spec Kayak (please check if you are unsure)
- Paddle
- Spray deck
- Buoyancy aid
- Helmet
Other Items
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Drinks (Hot and Cold)
- Spare, warm, dry clothing!
- Towel (Changing Robes are great!)
The club may be able to provide and transport equipment but please check prior to booking onto the session.
A risk assessment for the event will be available from the ‘Governance’ tab under ‘Risk Assessments’.
The Organising Committee of the White Water River Trip believe that the welfare and wellbeing of all children is paramount. All children, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, have equal rights to safety and protection. All suspicions, concerns and allegations of harm will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately. A welfare officer for the event has been appointed and will act as the point of contact for any concerns or allegations.
Kind regards,
Aidan
