Katakanuing - WWC Open Day 2025

But what is a Katakanu? We hear you say.

A Katakanu is essentially two canoe hulls fastened together to create a super stable, accessible craft that's perfect for all ages.

The bigger and more stable nature of the craft allows for a more relaxed paddle, a welcome break from the open day fun.

1. Participants should be comfortable on and around the water, please let us know if you have any concerns surrounding this.
2. The participants should be able to partake in physical activity for this period of time, please check with your doctor or call us with any concerns.

Please ensure that you have clothes appropriate to the weather and a change of clothes for after the session including:

1. Footwear - Covering shoes such as old trainers/wet boots - that you don’t mind getting wet (not flip-flops or wellington boots)
2. Lightweight trousers or shorts
3. T-shirt / Long sleeved garment
4. Lightweight sweatshirt
5. Windproof top and trousers
6. Hat, sunscreen
7. Drink
8. Towel and dry clothing
9. Any medication eg: Inhaler, EpiPen (please ensure staff are informed of any medication)

1. Customers will be loaded one by one onto their craft at the centre
2. The group will paddle away, testing skills and getting familiar with boats and boards
3. Once at a distance from the centre, some skills based games will be played