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Tuesday 9th April evening club recreational paddle
Now the clocks have sprung forward, and we are getting lighter evenings. It can only mean one thing, the start of the club Tuesday evenings. Recreational paddles and also various training sessions.
I have the pleasure of leading the first 4 weeks of the rec paddles. As usual we will be ready to paddle and, on the water, around 18:00. The paddle usually last around 2 hours and makes use of tidal and weather conditions. Most of the paddles will be out exploring the Sound but if needed we have the option of more sheltered paddling up the Plym.
To join in the rec paddles you will need to be confident paddling out in the Sound in a mix of sea conditions and able to paddle a couple of miles. The air and sea temperature are still very cold at this time of year. Please dress for colder conditions with plenty of layers. As usual club equipment is available to use.
If you have any safety equipment, please bring it along. I would expect regular paddlers to have a survival bag and a whistle. Also bring along any other kit if you have it, first aid kits, vhf radio, towlines etc. safety kit is of no use at home and should be carried every time you paddle. As a group we always have a good selection of kit between us.
Hopefully we will have a good start to the season with some better weather than we have had recently. Looking forward to seeing all the regulars and some new paddlers venturing out. The Tuesday evening rec paddles are a good way of building up paddling stamina and confidence before joining in the regular longer Saturday paddles.STOP PRESS:
With the passing of yet another storm I will decide on Monday if the rec paddle will take place. At the moment the forecast wind and sea conditions are not looking very good.
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