Summer Camp '24! - 28/06/2024 Overview

(Please book the campsite as soon as you have stated your attendance through club pal. The earlier you do the more chance we will all be pitched together!). 

Summer Camp '24 is here!

This will take place Friday 28th June – Sunday 30th June and will be hosted at National Water Sports Centre Nottingham (Holme Pierrepont). After two successful camps at this venue we have decided to take it to the next level. 

We are going bigger and better with events for all of the family on and off the water. Saturday will see us run multiple sessions on the water including beginner sessions on the whitewater course, paddle sport awards, coaching on the lake. This takes us into Saturday night for our inaugural Summer Camp Olympics. Whilst Sunday brings all of the members back together on the water for the traditional Trent River trip or you may take the opportunity to complete your PSRC! Please see the information below!

Information

Holme Pierrepont Country Park

The National Water Sports Centre is nestled amongst 270 acres of the beautiful Holme Pierrepont Country Park which provides adequate camping facilities. There are many things to do in the area such as walking, mini-golf, Lagoon wipeout and climbing.

Booking of your pitch is done by yourselves here. To ensure we are all pitched together please book a non-electric pitch and, in booking notes, please type, ‘Part of Grimsby and Cleethorpes Canoe Club, please pitch us together in Rafters Field’. If you require an electric pitch, please book this and ask for Rafters Field – you will not be located too far away from the activities. Pitches generally cost £30 per night for up to 6 people. You can usually park a vehicle (Car/Van) and Pitch a Tent. It might be worth discussing booking with other members. The earlier you book the more chance we will all be pitched together!

Paddle Sport Safety and Rescue (PSRC) 

Join us for the Paddle UK Paddle Sport Safety and Rescue Course. A relaxed and fun day on the water learning the latest in safety and rescue techniques for the sheltered water environment. On this course you will be introduced to a wide range of rescues to help keep you and others safe and dry in sheltered water. It is highly recommended for anybody who paddles on sheltered water to give you the tools to deal with common incidents that may occur. This course is aimed at paddlers of all abilities from beginner onwards!
We promise that you will go away with loads to play with, as well as learning to rescue kayaks, canoes, SUPs and sit on tops from your choice of craft. We will be spending most of the day on and in the water, so you do need to be prepared to get wet whilst having fun, experimenting and problem-solving loads of different possible rescue scenarios.
This will be delivered by Dave Beecroft of Whitewater Ways who is an excellent provider and has worked in assessing many of our club coaches. At the end of the day, you will be awarded your PSRC and for many it is the beginning of a long paddling career.

Additional Fee: £35 BC members/ £41 non-BC members

Start or Discover Paddle Awards

The Paddle Awards allow you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, as you become a more skilled and independent paddler. Through these awards you will learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling. The awards are for anyone of any age who want to develop their skills on the water. You don’t need any previous experience to take your Start or Discover Award, just the desire for fun and learning! 

If you want to develop your skills or would like to expand your knowledge further, this is the award you need. The award covers topics such as:

• Encouraging independent decision making on different bodies of water (moving river, canal, estuary, harbour), covering safety and weather aspects too
• Preparing for self-guided adventures
• Equipment you will need for a variety of paddle trips.
• Further developing your canoe, kayak or SUP paddling and rescue skills

Additional Fee for Certification can be purchased through Club Pal after the award.

Lake Coaching/Games/ Rolling Clinic

Join Ben and Laura for a session of fun on the Lagoon. Take a nice easy start to the day with a gentle paddle before getting stuck into some coaching sessions from our very own BC Qualified Coaches. Looking to perfect a skill, want to being to learn to roll, want to just have fun and games on the water? Then this is the session to choose!

Introduction to Whitewater

These sessions are for those who already paddle on flat water and want to try giving moving water a go.  You don't need a roll of to have even worn a spray deck before just be able to control a kayak on the flat and want to try out moving water. These sessions will be based on the back channels that are fed from the main course. After a quick and easy safety brief we will be playing, learning some new skills.

Additional Courses Fees apply: £7.

Chill on the Lake

Why not take Saturday afternoon to chill out on the lake trying out different boats and craft. Hop on the water, play games, mess around. Then jump out and take a breather with a nice refreshing Ice Cream from the centre. 

Advanced Whitewater Session

For those experienced whitewater kayakers or those deemed competent in an equivalent discipline there will be a twilight whitewater session. Come on down to watch some of our experienced whitewater kayakers take on a world-class, purpose-built White-Water Course with Grade 3 Rapids which has hosted national and international events and attracts athletes and water-enthusiasts from all over the world for training and events. 

Additional Courses Fees apply (NWSC Membership required).

River Trent Trip

On Sunday we bring the group back together to show case what we have learnt throughout the weekend. We take a paddle up the river Trent, playing games, chatting, and having lunch before returning to say goodbye.

The Organising Committee of the Summer Camp 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. Laura Willey has been appointed welfare officer and her contact number is: 07718249329. 

FAQ

1) I don't want to miss out on this opportunity how do I Book?

To book your space make sure to click ‘BOOK’ at the top of the page and follow the instructions! This will guide you through your session selections.

 2) How do I book my campsite pitch?

Booking of the campsite is your responsibility. If you haven't already please  book your campsite pitch now! The earlier you do the more chance we will all be pitched together! They can be booked here: Summer Camp Pitch Booking Link. To ensure we are all pitched together please book a non-electric pitch and, in booking notes, please type, ‘Part of Grimsby and Cleethorpes Canoe Club, please pitch us together in Rafters Field’. The earlier you book the more likely we are to be pitched together!

3) I am a social member can I attend?

Of course you can! Follow the booking and select the free time/ spectator options for your sessions. All members who are attending social or otherwise MUST book onto the camp.

4) Can my child/ other family members attend?

Anyone who is a member can book on! Any child under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult who should also be booked on. Other family members may also attend but we do ask that they are social members on ClubPal and booked onto the trip. This is to ensure we have correct numbers of who will be attending.

5) I have selected an option that requires an additional fee. How do I pay for this?

Once we have an idea of numbers for sessions, ClubPal events will be created in which you will be added to. You will then receive an e-mail asking you to make payment for the session through ClubPal. You will then recieve further information surrounding the activity that you have booked!

Outline of the Weekend

Friday (Social, Games and Fun) 

Saturday (Skills, Drills, Qualifications and Tasters)

 Sunday (River Trip/PSRC)