Family Paddle in Canoes

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  • 2 hrs 30 mins

  • Max 12 people
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  • A paddling adventure for the family in canoes on the River Stort

    Description

    Family Paddling session for friends and family groups in easy to paddle where you are able to paddle on the River Stort, with support from our coaches and volunteers from the club, should you require a little confidence to get you started on your paddle. We have buoyancy aids of most sizes available. Please add your requirements for the size of buoyancy aids to your booking particularly the ages of young paddlers The area we are paddling on is rural river with a footpath/ tow path alongside.


    We will ask you to be water confident and that young paddlers are water confident when paddling. Parents or a designated guardian will be required to be responsible at all times for their children throughout this activity. We recommend that if an adult is a novice paddler that you book a one to one lesson with us prior to taking out very young paddlers for the first time so you feel confident in controlling your boat.


    Parents or Guardians are responsible at all times for children under the age of 16 participating in this activity, children can paddle with a nominated older person who is able to be responsible for their welfare. We recommend that all participants are confident in water.


    Please have a change of clothing as well as suitable footwear for paddling in. There are no changing or toilet facilities available at the start point. Toilets are nearby.


    We start the paddle at Kecksys Marina to Sawbridgeworth lock where we are able to paddle back upstream easily to get used to the skills of paddling in canoes. Qualified coaches oversee the initial paddling to check that you are getting on okay should you require additional coaching we can help you develop technique.


    Our boats have been designed with beginners in mind. The route we take is a figure of 8 so its easy for younger paddlers or those who want just a short paddle to just undertake the first section of the paddle and then rest, Non paddlers can also enjoy a riverside walk on the tow path whilst keener paddlers head on a longer paddle.


    On this longer paddling section paddlers should aim to be confident to undertake the paddle independently.








    Requirements

    Parents or Guardians are responsible at all times for children under the age of 16 participating in this activity children can paddle with a nominated older person who is able to be responsible for their welfare. We recommend that all participants are confident in water.

    What to bring
    What to bring

    Please bring a change of clothing as well as suitable footwear for paddling in. There are no changing or toilet facilities available at the start point.

    Basic facilities nearby

    Bring snacks and hand wipes water or a drink for smaller paddlers and wipes for hands of paddlers if eating on route, we often recommend a little snack for young paddlers also. Insect repent and sunscreen or a sun hat or warm hat for Autumn paddles

    Itinerary

    We start the paddle at Kecksys Marina and paddle to Sawbridgeworth lock where we turn and paddle back upstream towards our base to develop skill in boat handling to get used to the skills of paddling in canoes.

    Qualified coaches and volunteers from the club oversee the initial paddling to check that you are getting on okay should you require any coaching we can help you develop boat paddling technique.

    We then head out upstream on a longer paddle , this is normally an unsupervised paddling section , where you head off independently.

    The route we take is a figure of 8 so its easy for younger paddlers or those who want just a short paddle to just undertake the first section of the paddle and then rest, enjoy a riverside walk or head off whilst keener paddlers head on a longer paddle.


    On this longer paddling section paddlers should aim to be confident to undertake the paddle independently.please ask if you require further coaching or need additional help.






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7 days ago

Thank you Peter and rest of the Whoosh team for such a great day - I organised a kayak and pub trip with a group of friends and we all had a brilliant time, we’ll definitely be back again!

Kat Malshinger

Kat Malshinger

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8 days ago

We’ve used whoosh and Peter a few times as part of a local cub pack and he has always been brilliant with the arranging and the evening itself. Making sure all are safe respect the water and enjoying the session. Will ...

Stuart Jeffrey

Stuart Jeffrey

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8 days ago

A wonderful club with really Friendly members who make you feel welcome whatever your ability is. Great choices of Craft to chose from either Canoes, Kayaks, SUP Boards. Peter and Helen will help you gain confidence on ...

Steve Hymas

Steve Hymas

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9 days ago

🌊 Kayaking Experience with Whoosh Explore – Absolutely 10/10! 🌟 I joined the Taster Kayak Session (2 hrs 30 mins) with my husband through Whoosh Explore, and honestly, it was an unforgettable experience! From the ...

Chayanee S

Chayanee S

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17 days ago

A great club for learning how to paddle a canoe, kayak or SUP. From weekly basic taister sessions through to longer club trips on the River Stort and other local rivers. The club also provides organised paddling sessions ...

Sam & Tim Payne

Sam & Tim Payne

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