Each month Paddle NSW organises free recreational paddles to a variety of great spots – led by experienced kayakers who really know the locations. Partners and friends are welcome but we ask non members to take out single day membership for $20. YOU MUST REGISTER (don’t just turn up on the day). Go to the PaddleNSW website, enter the Recreational paddle section and follow the prompts. For further information email Tony Carr, our Paddle Co-
Westward Ho! From Akuna Bay to Bobbin Head – 5th June 2011
Sutherland Canoe Club’s Michael Perry takes us on a journey into history. Starting at Akuna Bay, we’ll make our way to Cottage Point then head west to Cotton Tree Bay and Smiths Creek to Bobbin Head. In 1889 it was proposed that this area be named Pacifica and become the capital of the new commonwealth of Australia, complete with antipodean versions of Windsor Castle and the Tower of London! Michael will also show us where Governor Jersey declared Ku-ring-gai Chase the worlds 4th National Park.
Grade: Easy / Medium Duration: Full Day Register
A Taste of Sea Kayaking: in search of humpbacks – 10th July 2011
Taking in some spectacular shoreline on exposed parts of Sydney Harbour, paddlers are likely to experience chop and swell, rebound from cliffs, probable beach landings and breakouts through small surf. Level 2 Sea Kayak instructor Adrian Clayton will lead the charge over 20kms in search of humpbacks heading north – and more. Genuine sea kayaks only – spray skirts essential. Numbers limited.
Grade: Experienced Duration: Full Day Register
Hawkesbury Magic! – 30th July 2011
Tim Dodd from Lane Cove River Kayakers, leads a recreational paddle from Wisemans Ferry downstream to Gunderman, about 20kms. We’ll stop for breaks and make it cruisey (this is not a race, a familiarisation or even a training paddle)! If you’ve never thought of entering the famous Hawkesbury Canoe Classic, you may want to once you’ve experienced this magnificent waterway. Car shuffle so the paddle is one way, with the tide. Non-member single event insurance for this event is $10. Enter promotion code PNHM0501 if registering on-line.
Grade: Easy / Medium Duration: Full Day Register
Foster Frolic – 6th August 2011
Grade: Duration: Register
