Don't be left out in the cold! The order for club fleeces will go off soon if
you have forgotten to make your order this is the last chance. Name and size to
Kay, money to Rosie F £16.95 ladies, £18.95 men.K.

Is anyone intending to do the Conwy Ascent this year?

Hi Everyone,

I head out on the ferry tomorrow with the intentions of starting an attempt of a circumnavigation of Ireland with Sonja on Wednesday... all being well!

I am paddling to try and raise funds for DIGARTREF – a local Anglesey charity who help and support homeless young people.

PLEASE help me support Digartref and consider sponsoring me through the Just Giving web site:  We've set a gtraget of £5000...   !

http://www.justgiving.com/Eila-Wilkinson

We have a blog where we will make regular updates,  our route can also be tracked via the SPoT device we have been provided with.

You can also read more about the work of Digartref and also the school's work we are doing on the blog.

Thank you to everyone who has sent good luck messages and provided support...!!

 http://getpaddling.wordpress.com/

All being well back end June...  !

Eila

Hi Kay

I was given your email address by Steve in Y Ffos today.  Steve and Karen are
kindly putting me up for a couple of nights as I kayak around britain for
charity.  He said you might be interested in joining for a day, or at least
finding out about the trip now that I'm in the area.  Aberdaron to Trefor today,
hoping to go to Holyhead tomorrow, then on and around along the north coast of
wales over the next few days.

I'm not sure if you're already aware of our website which gives more information
about the trip, so here it is in case you're not - www.gonepaddling.co.uk

If you are interested, or know anyone else who may be interested in joining or
simply meeting up one evening, feel free to get in touch, either on this email
or call 07515122893 and the support van driver should be able to give more
details about plans.  Current driver Nick (who introduced me to Steve and Karen
yesterday) is here until saturday, then someone else will take over.

Hope that's OK - looking forward to hearing back from you.

Best wishes

James

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Some at club cttee might be interested

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See the link and keep an eye out fot the boat!

Some nasty piece of work hasstolen aboat (Trefor I think) from the guy currently
paddling round the UK for charity.

grrrrrrrrr

Link added on site to OP - a source of subsidised coaching awards - see links
section.

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Message from Simon in Colwyn Bay, (via Eila in Ireland)  looking for competent
sea kayaker to assist with safety cover for the above event.

If interested contact him direct on safetysi@... or the number below if
interested.

cheers

Jennie




I would be grateful if you could publicise my need for sea kayakers on the 19th
June and the 11th July

colwyn canoe club is hoping to put 15 sea kayakers on the water on these days in
llandudno bay for a couple of hrs to act as safety cover in close to the 300
competitors taking part in the swim element of the triathalon. This event is
growing in stature, and is now established as part of the triathalon calendar.

We are there as safety cover to get in close to swimmers should they be in
difficulty and  to then enable the medical ribs to come in and pick them up and
also to keep the swimmers on course to prevent them cutting the corners !!!

if people could respond back colwyn has a 5 sea kayaks that we can put people
into as club boats if your don't have a sea boat otherwise bring your own. 
Ideally we need more capable paddlers.

Last year the club was given some tee shirts, and these are normally limited to
participants of the triathalon. You would be needed from around 10ish to miday
and either one or both days would be great.

Looking forward to hearing from people

07949 215933

simon fuller
chairman colwyn canoe club

We are planning a fun weekend for the younger SCC members in early July - most
likely the weekend of the 10th & 11th. It will probably involve some camping, a
campfire bbq - oh and some paddling!

So far, an idea for the venue is Nant Gwynant, but if people would prefer a
suitable campsite next the sea, please get in touch.

I'll send out more information in June when I return, but meanwhile, keep your
diary free for Saturday-Sunday 10th & 11th July.

Any ideas for activities etc much appreciated.


Cheers

Bryan

http://www.kayarchy.co.uk/html/00intro/001introduction.htm

Hey folks, I got the following email. just passing it on in case it has any
relevence or interest to anyone?

Jen x


Hi there

Just thought I would drop you a line to say that we have had a few clubs asking
for sea kayak development days. We are now in a position to offer clubs a
discounted price for min of 6 paddlers.

If interested check out the website www.seakayakguides.co.uk and drop us a line.

Cheers Nige Robinson

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Message Received: May 21 2010, 06:28 PM
From: "andy holt"
To: t.martin.beer@...
Cc:
Subject: 4 star Training/Assessments in N/Wales WW Kayak trip

All from Andy at www.escapetoadventure.com              I have a few dates up now for 4 Star Leader Training and Assessments at a reduced cost with a good reputable coach plus WW Kayak trip in Scotland, November 5th-6th June  4 Star Leader Training (WW Kayak) North Wales only 100 pounds each Bunkhouse accomodation is available at a additional 10 pounds per night. 4 Star Training ww kayak 4-5th September and 2nd-3rd October N/Wales cost  110 pounds per person. Bunkhouse accommodation will be available 4 Star Assessment WW Kayak 11-12th September and 6th-7th November 2010 based in N/Wales cost 120 pounds each. Bunkhouse accommodation will be available. Scotland WW Classics Kayak trip 13th-20th November 2010. This trip is a must for the intermediate paddler who wants to experience some of Scotland's Classic pool drop and steep creeking runs.  We will also focus on your personal paddling skills and work on your boofing, active blade and key stroke concept all essential for Scotland water (or for any other ww water for that matter)    You will be based in Fort William in excellent warm self catering accommodation which is within easy reach of all the rivers The programme will be 6 full days of paddling on some of Scotland's Classic White Water Rivers like the Etive, Orchy, Spean Gorge and Roy and with other excellent runs in the area.  Included in the trip is Transport (minibus) Self catering accommodation and all coaching and Guiding allyou have to buy is your food and beer. cost only 325 pounds per person. Also available 1,2,3 star awards and bespoke courses For more info and booking forms contact Andy at the above Email or ring me on 07876336723. Regards   Andy Holt

Remember the two junior boats at the Plas Menai pool sessions. They belong to
the club and members are welcome to borrow them over the summer, at their own
risk, provided they are returned in one piece and clean.

Jan Albin has the boats and Andrew the paddles & spraydecks should anyone wish
to borrow them.

Regards,

  Alistair

I have a new, unused Palm womens' drysuit (size small) for sale for £280
(usually £430). No catch - I got it on a very good deal and it is too big for
me.

If anyone is interested please contact me on 01248 717125 or 07739 385644.

Gill Burton

Sounds good I'm up for it. K.

18 th Sept   North Coastline Lleyn Peninsula Marine Litter impact Survey

In previous years we (I) have left it rather late in getting out the info. about
the Sept event;  but since the first booking for the event came in on new years
eve  (luckily that was before I couldnt remember getting the call) ; I feel duty
bound to respond to such positive vibes. Very gateful to the band being
pro-active in getting the event set in stone; and for pete politely prompting me
to extract my digit. so here's the first invite. please forward to all friends,
penrallt revellers, Band followers, Budding chefs and bottle washesr esp. those
missing from the email list. thankyou

Lleyn Peninsula Marine Conservation Society / Keep Wales Tidy /SAC  Beach Survey
Weekend 18 th September 2010

The annual MCS / KWT SAC marine litter beach survey / Penrallt camp Site end of
season gathering is planned for the weekend of 18th Sept. 2010 . Fri -Sun or
long weekend either way.

In the spirit of the beach clean / survey event; we aim to target as much of the
northern coastline and more over the weekend. The main beach clean / survey
taking place on Sat.

The Manchester based Firemans band 'Quiet Desperation', who entertained us to
infinity and beyond last year, are again 'game on' for playing at the  gathering
in the Dive Inn buildings on the saturday evening. Thank you.

So, there will be music, song, laughter and dance , food and the annual
appearance of 'The Triple Piws Mooses'  !.(accompanying the band)  If we are
blessed with sunshine again, there will be music and song around a campfire too.

The event will be supported by Keep Wales tidy, the Penllech Coastcare group,
the SAC Marine litter awareness group, Gwynedd council and ofcourse your good
selves. Its aim, apart from having a good time, is to raise money for the Marine
Conservation Society  Air Ambulance and other charities.

The aim will be to combine the coast survey with as many coastal outdoor
activities as possible. So it can appeal to hardened beachcombers, land based
walkers and climbers; to on the strandline coaststeering groups, and those
making more of a splash in the water; canoeing, sailing , fisherpobble, dive
groups and so on.

All site fees will be donated to charities; with small additional contribution
to cover music food etc.

thank you again for your support; and hope to see you there. RSVP to book
places.  Email if you need updates . Times / activity details will be added
nearer the date. Do as much or as little as you like. Help welcomed.
pete , sue and rhiannon
RSVP esp to book a pitch.

for detail of last years event please see   
http://www.penrallt.co.uk/MCSevent.html

ps will set up a webpage on www.penrallt.co.uk with event details in due course
also see

Radio 1 Big Beach Sweep May 17 2010

  http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/bigweekend/2010/beachsweep/

  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGEKBHuGvF0

  http://www.bangor.ac.uk/bangortv/beachsweep.php.en

  The lleyn sites have a good vote so far. please vote if you can
http://www.yourseasyourvoice.com/

If anyone would like to accompany a swimmer in the Arfon Masters Cross Straits
swim on Sat 17th June (Sun 18th if weather stops swim on 17th)please contact me
ASAP as we have a few swimmers from outside the area without support. A number
of members have already agreed to do this, the swim lasts about 30mins (I think
it's going to be around midday this year)which would allow time for an informal
club paddle afterwards! Thanks in anticipation Jan

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Message Received: Jun 13 2010, 07:49 PM
From: "Administrator (CW)"
To: "Val Ephraim (CW)"
Cc:
Subject:

Dear Member

Canoe Wales is pleased to announce that the inaugural Premier Slalom Event at Cardiff International White Water Centre will be held on Sunday 11th July 2010.

Canoe Wales extends an open invitation to all to come and watch this high class event at Wales’ newest World Class Facility.

Entry for spectators will be free on the day so please come along and support our paddlers at what promises to be a great day and a first for our sport.

Refreshments will be available for purchase at the Centre’s Licensed Cafe.

The programme for Sunday will be as follows:

Sunday 11th July

• 0730 Water on
• 0800 Demos, followed by officials practice
• 0915 Officials A 1st runs
• 0930 Premier 1st runs
• 1100 Officials A 2nd runs
• 1130 Premier 2nd runs, with Officials B 1st runs part way through.
• 1330 Officials B 2nd run
• 1400 Prize giving

It has been almost 10 years since the first concept of an artificial white water centre was introduced to Cardiff City Council and Cardiff Harbour Authority by Canoe Wales.  In that period the final design and location for the project has changed a number of times, and project leaders and campaigners have had many sleepless nights over the delivery of the scheme.

However on the 26th March 2010 the £13.4m centre was finally opened to the public and it is now proving a popular venue for Welsh boaters and clubs and paddlers from the South and West of England.

The facility is world class and no expense has been spared on the construction of centre which is known as Cardiff International White Water. The Centre is managed by Cardiff Harbour Authority which is a division of Cardiff County Council.

The Premier on the 11th July will be the slalom first event run at the centre and promises a high class entry of competitors including Olympic medal winners and those with an eye on selection for the 2012 Games.

For further information please visit:

http://www.canoewales.com/events.aspx?EventId=14

and

http://www.ciww.com

Regards

Valerie Ephraim

Admin Office, Canoe Wales

Office Hours : 10am to 4pm Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri

Telephone 01678 521 199

Hey folks

Thanks to everyone who came out today, hope you are not too shattered!

There was one club flare (red rocket I think?) on someones boat that we did not
ger back  - poss one of the partly who went back earlier.  If you have it could
you either pass it back to someone who is going on tomorrow's club paddle or get
in touch with someone so we can gat it returned as soon as possible.

cheers

Jennie

Apologies, the date for the Menai Strait swim is 17th/18th July (not June as in
previous message) We are still looking for paddlers to accompany swimmers, if
you are able to help, please contact me
thanks
Jan

The weather forecast doesn't look brilliant for this weekend, but I'm sure we'll
still have fun. More kids & helpers always welcome!

Make sure you bring all the usual kit for getting cold & wet - wetsuits & full
waterproofs (just in case)plus sufficient changes of dry clothes. Please bring
food / packed lunch for the saturday, and contributions to the evening BBQ would
also be welcome. Don't forget a sleeping bag & tent too.

We'll be there from 10am Saturday morning, but feel free to come along at any
time over the weekend.

If you have any questions, just get in touch.

Bryan

Just a reminder about the `Kids Kayaking & Kamping' weekend on July 10th & 11th.
Everyone is welcome, especially kids, and big kids who can help supervise /
provide moral support! The idea is to have an informal weekend camping by the
sea, with a bit of paddling, and hopefully a bbq in the evening. Aimed at kids
in SCC, but if they want to bring along friends who want to have a go at
paddling, that's fine. Please let me know if you intend to come along so that we
can get an idea of numbers for food etc.

The campsite is at the `Outdoor Alternative' site next to Borthwen:
Cerrig yr Adar, Rhoscolyn, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 2NQ
Gridref: SH277753
See their website http://www.outdooralternative.co.uk/directions.html if you
need more information.

Someone will be at the campsite from 10am on Saturday morning. People are free
to come along at any point, and camp overnight if you wish. We will try to
organise enough kayaks and kit, but do bring your own if you have it. Some food
will be provided for Saturday evening, but bring your own food & drinks for the
daytime. Don't forget a tent, sleeping bag and camping kit if you intend to stay
overnight, plus swimming gear and a change of clothes.

HELP needed! If you are able to come along for some or part of the weekend, to
help supervise paddling, provide entertainment (!) and/or help with food, please
do! Let me know if you can.

Please pass on this message to any members who might be interested but are still
unable to access the website.

Bryan
lifeform60@...

Cheshire Council seem to have set up a couple of Canoe Trails that might be
worth exploring in open boats. One is on the river Dee down to Chester and one
on the river Weaver. Have a look at the web-site below for more details.

Let me know if you might be interested.  I don't think they offer the excitement
of the Tryweryn but might be nice for a day paddle.

http://www.discovercheshire.co.uk

Cheers

Nick Stuart

There is a 2 day 3* Sea training and assessment being held at Sea Kayaking UK,
Holyhead over the weekend of July 17 & 18.

There are a couple of spaces available and at a reduced cost of £90 to club
members if anyone is interested.

Contact Jo at courses@... or call on 01407 765550

Lendal Paddles are back and in Holyhead!!

Whitewater and Sea paddles available.

Located at Unit 7a Penrhos Industrial Estate, opening hours are 13:00 - 16:30
weekdays. Tel: 01407 761960

To find us turn left at the mini roundabout at Morrisons and left again onto the
estate.

Cybi Kayakers and Snowdonia Canoe Club members are entitled to a 15% discount.

Hope see you there sometime!
/Eila

After lots of discussion, Sadly, we have decided to CANCEL the kids kayaking
camp this weekend (maybe another time?). The weather forecast is spectacularly
bad for a pleasant paddle, BBQ and overnight camp - looks set to be very windy &
wet through most of saturday & saturday night.

SORRY to everyone who was looking forward to it!

Bryan

Rivers up today - they may be up tommorow - anyone interested in a paddle
Sunday??? - Pls contact Alistair