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Wednesday 8th February 2023 13:30 at MC Boathouse
---**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute. Keep an eye on the groupchat! **----
THE WEDNESDAY WARRIORS RETURN AT MC 13:30-15:00
The usual Wednesday session! Open to beginners and is simply a really chill couple hours on the River Wear. If you did a fresher's session and enjoyed it this is probably the next session for you - some games, some skills, lots of fun.
Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
See you there!
Monday 6th February 2023 18:45 at Sunderland Aquatic Centre
Pool sessions are back and in a dramatic new venue!
We know you have all been missing them and so we are happy to announce the return of the pool sessions. Come along for some polo skills sessions this week.
All the usual conditions apply.
Bring a towel, something you are happy to wear in the boat in the pool (Sports clothes or a swimming costume with shorts/leggings and a sports top work well) as well as a change of clothes for afterwards.
Priority is given to those who have paid for membership - if you sign up without having paid we may have to remove you from the session.
Meet at the boathouse at 6:30 pm for transport to the Pool session. We should arrive back and be done by 10:15pm (Unsure exactly as this is the first time at this venue.)
Monday 6th February 2023 07:15 at MC Boathouse
---**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute **----
Do you want to get up at 7am to go kayaking in the cold and damp? Of course you do!
Meet at the boathouse at 7:15am, off the water by 8:30am so everyone can get to those all important 9am lectures. Will be a mix of sprints, drills, chat, and general hard work but also fun.
Please make sure you are already comfortable wearing a spraydeck and with basic boat skills before coming (just because swimming at 7am isn't fun for anyone involved). Ask Sarah/Nick/Joe any questions!
Can't wait to see you there
Friday 3rd February 2023 17:00 at Lake district
After a long wait… it finally returns after being postponed for several years…
Refreshers 2023!
This trip is running from the 3rd of February until the evening of the 5th. (Specific leaving times will be confirmed with drivers)
This trip welcomes everyone who has been introduced to whitewater kayaking and is interested in improving and gaining new kayaking experiences.
For most freshers this will be the first away trip - the general plan includes:
Leaving Friday evening
Paddling Saturday
Paddling Sunday and then heading home to arrive in Durham in the evening.
I have made a very vague estimation of around £60 ish (if all places fill) for this trip which includes: accommodation, food, and travel for the weekend.
If you have any queries please send Charlotte a message - she is happy to try and answer them before sign-ups start.
Friday 3rd February 2023 07:15 at MC Boathouse
Canceled!!!!!!
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute **----
Do you want to get up at 7am to go kayaking in the cold and damp? Of course you do!
Meet at the boathouse at 7:15am, off the water by 8:30am so everyone can get to those all important 9am lectures. Will be a mix of sprints, drills, chat, and general hard work but also fun.
Please make sure you are already comfortable wearing a spraydeck and with basic boat skills before coming (just because swimming at 7am isn't fun for anyone involved). Ask Sarah/Nick/Joe any questions!
Can't wait to see you there
Wednesday 1st February 2023 13:30 at MC Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute. Keep an eye on the groupchat! **----
THE WEDNESDAY WARRIORS RETURN AT MC 13:30-15:30
The usual Wednesday session! Open to beginners and is simply a really chill couple hours on the River Wear. If you did a fresher's session and enjoyed it this is probably the next session for you - some games, some skills, lots of fun.
Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
See you there!
Monday 30th January 2023 18:30 at Sunderland Aquatic Centre
Cost - £5
Pool sessions are back and in a dramatic new venue!
We know you have all been missing them and so we are happy to announce our first pool session of 2023. Come along for some skills sessions including various types of rolling, bracing or whatever it is you want to work on.
All the usual conditions apply.
Bring a towel, something you are happy to wear in the boat in the pool (Sports clothes or a swimming costume with shorts/leggings and a sports top work well) as well as a change of clothes for afterwards.
Priority is given to those who have paid for membership - if you sign up without having paid we may have to remove you from the session.
Meet at the boathouse at 6:30 pm for transport to the Pool session. We should arrive back and be done by 10:15pm (Unsure exactly as this is the first time at this venue.)
Monday 30th January 2023 07:15 at MC Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute **----
Do you want to get up at 7am to go kayaking in the cold and damp? Of course you do!
Meet at the boathouse at 7:15am, off the water by 8:30am so everyone can get to those all important 9am lectures. Will be a mix of sprints, drills, chat, and general hard work but also fun.
Please make sure you are already comfortable wearing a spraydeck and with basic boat skills before coming (just because swimming at 7am isn't fun for anyone involved). Ask Sarah/Nick/Joe any questions!
Can't wait to see you there
Sunday 29th January 2023 07:30 at MC boathouse, river TBC
Just in time, prior to our refreshers trip! An Introduction to Whitewater session being run by Nick and Charlotte!
This session is specifically for those who want to come to refreshers and have not done an introductory session or been on white water yet, this will allow those people to get an idea of what to expect if they have a place on the refreshers trip.
The plan is to meet at MC at 7:30 (TBC) so that we can leave promptly and have a lot of time doing skills on the water. It will be cold and most likely a little wet for some people so please bring appropriate clothing to wear on the water and afterward plus, stuff to warm you up quickly afterward ie flasks of warm juice/tea, hand warmers, etc. Everyone is affected by the cold in different ways so prior personal preparation for individuals is always important.
Any queries give Charlotte a message!
Saturday 28th January 2023 09:00 at Maiden Castle Boathouse
A first of hopefully regular training at Stockton Polo pitches. This is outside so bring warm clothes and spares for after. This is a great opportunity to play on full size pitches.
We will meet at 9am for the first time (just to see how efficient we are, we may make it later if we are fast). The aim will be to do a good 1hr and 30min sesh and be back for 12.
Cost is £6
Any questions ask Nick or another member of the exec.
Friday 27th January 2023 07:15 at MC Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute **----
Do you want to get up at 7am to go kayaking in the cold and damp? Of course you do!
Meet at the boathouse at 7:15am, off the water by 8:30am so everyone can get to those all important 9am lectures. Will be a mix of sprints, drills, chat, and general hard work but also fun.
Please make sure you are already comfortable wearing a spraydeck and with basic boat skills before coming (just because swimming at 7am isn't fun for anyone involved). Ask Sarah/Nick/Joe any questions!
Can't wait to see you there
Wednesday 25th January 2023 13:30 at MC Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute. Keep an eye on the groupchat! **----
THE WEDNESDAY WARRIORS RETURN AT MC 13:30-15:30
The usual Wednesday session! Open to beginners and is simply a really chill couple hours on the River Wear. If you did a fresher's session and enjoyed it this is probably the next session for you - some games, some skills, lots of fun.
Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
See you there!
Sunday 22nd January 2023 09:00 at River Tees
We have been invited to kayak with Maidstone Canoe Club (MCC - Charlotte's home kayaking club) at Abbey Rapids (if river levels are appropriate).
This is recommended for those who haven't paddled WW and want to be introduced but are comfortable in a boat with spray-deck etc, especially for those who are going on refreshers!
Currently, the information is sparse (as it is being based on MCC's timings) but the general plan is to meet at the boathouse in the morning, meet MCC at the get-in, help shuttle and go for a nice paddle with added introduction training.
Any queries - give Charlotte a message!
Friday 20th January 2023 20:00 at Van Mildert Bar
20:00
First social of the year!!!
Come dressed as your degree subject! Be creative, prizes for the best outfit :))
Starting at Van Mildert Bar, then moving along with a hill bar crawl, and ending at Bohemia Bar for Feral Fridays!
Ticket Link: https://fixr.co/event/feral-fridays-fist-pumpin-booty-shakin-friday-nigh-tickets-600966937
Any questions, please message Laura or Ben!
Friday 20th January 2023 07:15 at Maiden Castle Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute. Keep an eye on the groupchat! **----
THIS SESSIONS MAY HAVE MORE OF A POLO FOCUS DUE TO THE YORKSHIRE POLO LEAGUE ON SATURDAY
End of a tough week? Degree getting you down? I have the solution! A crisp, refreshing morning paddle!
Meet at the boathouse at 7:15am, off the water by 8:30am so everyone can get to those all important 9am lectures. Will be a mix of sprints, drills, chat, and general hard work but also fun.
Please make sure you are already comfortable wearing a spraydeck and with basic boat skills before coming (just because swimming at 7am isn't fun for anyone involved). Ask Sarah/Nick/Joe any questions!
Can't wait to see you there
Wednesday 18th January 2023 13:30 at Maiden Castle Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute. Keep an eye on the groupchat! **----THE WEDNESDAY WARRIORS RETURN AT MC 13:30-15:30
The usual Wednesday session! Open to beginners and is simply a really chill couple hours on the River Wear. If you did a fresher's session and enjoyed it this is probably the next session for you - some games, some skills, lots of fun.
Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
See you there!
PS (We're starting this at 8 spaces but this will increase as more leaders sign up, so if it's full check back later!)
Monday 16th January 2023 07:15 at Maiden Castle Boathouse
----**NOTE: The river levels have the potential to get a lil *spicy* this time of year so the session may be called off last minute **----
Do you want to get up at 7am to go kayaking in the cold and damp? Of course you do!
Meet at the boathouse at 7:15am, off the water by 8:30am so everyone can get to those all important 9am lectures. Will be a mix of sprints, drills, chat, and general hard work but also fun.
Please make sure you are already comfortable wearing a spraydeck and with basic boat skills before coming (just because swimming at 7am isn't fun for anyone involved). Ask Sarah/Nick/Joe any questions!
Can't wait to see you there
Friday 13th January 2023 07:15 at Maidan Castle Boathouse
No late Thursday pool session to complain about; why not end the week right with a nice early fitness session on the water Friday morning?
Thursday 12th January 2023 10:00 at Scotland Fort William
Hi all - hope you had a wonderful Christmas and are excited to return back soon for a term packed full of kayaking!
I am putting out this interest form for Scotland 2023 so I can get a general idea of numbers as it is much more specific for a kayaking week.
The conceptual dates are the 18th (early morning leave) to returning on the 23rd (late evening) of March.
Accommodation pricing varies depending on the number of people but currently ranges from £90 - £125. Which is why knowing numbers is so important. (Note fuel and food will also cost on top of this accommodation price)
This is a whitewater trip which will require members to be confident with a spray deck and comfortable on white water. You must have done some whitewater with the club prior to this trip.
Any queries give Charlotte a message!
To see footage of Scotland 2022 for a general idea: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIfzN9E7ihUlfPCwp3AdRx-QZsj12Dm36
NOTE: THIS DOES NOT COMMIT OR CONFIRM YOU TO COMING - it is only to see numbers of interest!
Wednesday 11th January 2023 13:30 at Maidan Castle Boathouse
THE WEDNESDAY WARRIORS RETURN AT MC 13:30-15:30 For the first outing of second term.
The usual Wednesday session! Open to beginners and is just a really chill couple of hours on the river Wear.
Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
Monday 9th January 2023 07:15 at Maidan Castle Boathouse
First session of term. Start it right with a nice early start on the river Monday morning.
Looking forward to seeing you bright and early on the water, though if you are not comfortable in a boat yet, please come to the Wednesday session first.
