Paddling trip to explore the upper reaches of the Estuary (ASC Members only)
Description
Paddle board or sit on top kayak paddling trip to explore the areas of the Estuary beyond the Viaduct. Available to ASC members only. Suitable for people who have done a little bit of paddling before, who want to go on a journey and have a social.
We will meet at the Dinghy Park to ensure we have the correct equipment and change into our water kit, then sharing vehicles, head to Sandside to inflate the boards and unload kayaks. ( Alternatively depending on conditions we may set off from the Dinghy Park and paddle up) The trip will finish at the Dinghy park.
Trip will be up to 6km of paddling on the river and is dependent on conditions on the day.
What to bring
Usual paddling kit
Drink/ snacks
Spare fleece & jacket in case of getting cold/ weather turns bad
Please wear footwear due to the hazards of rocks in the river.
If using your own board/ kayak please send in a copy of insurance for your craft (to meet the club's insurance needs)
Paddleboarders will need to wear a quick release belt with their leash or wear no leash. (ankle leashes not acceptable)