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MOTD

2017-05-01T06:19:04Z

Pinkyrabbity:

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[[File:Learn-to-paddle.jpg|Left|link=Course for beginners|alt=Learn to Paddle]]
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<center>Learn to kayak and canoe on our four week [[course for beginners]].</center>
 
{|
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|June course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £60 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|July course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £60 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|August course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £60 ]]
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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2017-05-01T06:15:23Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 6, 13, 20 & 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/QXAXQJF June 2017] £60.00
* 4, 11, 18 & 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/NMOZQSV July 2017] £60.00
* 1, 8, 15 & 22 [https://en.xing-events.com/PECQQBQ August 2017] £60.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Induction for beginners - Booking form

2017-05-01T06:14:19Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 6, 13, 20 & 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/QXAXQJF June 2017] £60.00
* 4, 11, 18 & 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/NMOZQSV July 2017] £60.00
* 1, 8, 15 & 22 [https://en.xing-events.com/PECQQBQ August 2017] £50.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Induction for beginners - Booking form

2017-05-01T06:07:51Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 2, 9, 16 & 23 [https://en.xing-events.com/DTGHLQY May 2017] £50.00
* 6, 13, 20 & 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/QXAXQJF June 2017] £60.00
* 6, 13, 20 & 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/NMOZQSV July 2017] £60.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

MOTD

2017-03-08T04:26:02Z

Pinkyrabbity:

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[[File:Learn-to-paddle.jpg|Left|link=Course for beginners|alt=Learn to Paddle]]
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<center>Learn to kayak and canoe on our four week [[course for beginners]].</center>
 
{|
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|April course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £50 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|May course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £50 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|June course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £60 ]]
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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2017-03-08T04:25:02Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 4, 11, 18 & 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/RGNRIUW April 2017] £50.00
* 2, 9, 16 & 23 [https://en.xing-events.com/DTGHLQY May 2017] £50.00
* 6, 13, 20 & 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/QXAXQJF June 2017] £60.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

MOTD

2017-02-01T22:14:03Z

Pinkyrabbity:

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[[File:Learn-to-paddle.jpg|Left|link=Course for beginners|alt=Learn to Paddle]]
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<center>Learn to kayak and canoe on our four week [[course for beginners]].</center>
 
{|
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|March course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £40 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|April course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £50 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|May course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £50 ]]
|}

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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2017-02-01T21:55:32Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 7, 14, 21 & 28 [https://en.xing-events.com/QXNXQYF March 2017] £40.00
* 4, 11, 18 & 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/RGNRIUW April 2017] £50.00
* 2, 9, 16 & 23 [https://en.xing-events.com/DTGHLQY May 2017] £50.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-12-01T10:23:45Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 1 */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Nick Jacobs
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Level 3 (Can coach on moderate water) ===

*Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water
* Phil Staite 4* white water
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow 4* white water

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-12-01T10:21:21Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Level 3 (Can coach on moderate water) ===

*Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water
* Phil Staite 4* white water
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow 4* white water

MOTD

2016-11-29T13:53:41Z

Pinkyrabbity:

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[[File:Learn-to-paddle.jpg|Left|link=Course for beginners|alt=Learn to Paddle]]
{{Nextcolumn|bar=none}}
<center>Learn to kayak and canoe on our four week [[course for beginners]].</center>
 
{|
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|January course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £30 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|February course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £40 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|March course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £40 ]]
|}

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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-11-29T13:53:02Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 10, 17, 24 & 31 [https://en.xing-events.com/WRMGGGW.html Jan 2017] £30.00
* 7, 14, 21 & 28 [https://en.xing-events.com/QCCFNHK Feb 2017] £40.00
* 7, 14, 21 & 28 [https://en.xing-events.com/QXNXQYF March 2017] £40.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-10-27T08:33:17Z

Pinkyrabbity:

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Level 3 (Can coach on moderate water) ===

*Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water
* Phil Staite 4* white water
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow 4* white water

MOTD

2016-10-03T09:27:59Z

Pinkyrabbity:

{{Multicolumn}}
[[File:Learn-to-paddle.jpg|Left|link=Course for beginners|alt=Learn to Paddle]]
{{Nextcolumn|bar=none}}
<center>Learn to kayak and canoe on our four week [[course for beginners]].</center>
 
{|
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|November course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £40 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|January course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £30 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|February course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £40 ]]
|}

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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-10-03T09:27:10Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 1, 8, 15 & 22 [https://en.xing-events.com/FMTHMJK Nov 2016] £40.00
* 10, 17, 24 & 31 [https://en.xing-events.com/WRMGGGW.html Jan 2017] £30.00
* 7, 14, 21 & 28 [https://en.xing-events.com/QCCFNHK Feb 2017] £40.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Joining

2016-09-26T09:09:37Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Experienced paddlers */

{{NOTOC}}
===Beginners===

<table align=right width=250 border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=6>
<tr><td bgcolor="#CCCCCC">Use the [[Course for beginners - Booking form|booking form]] to check dates and availability and to book a place on our monthly [[course for beginners]].
</table>

If you have little or no paddling experience you can attend one of our [[Course for beginners|courses for beginners]] which provide an introduction to canoeing and kayaking and are aimed to a [[BCU One Star]] award on completion.

These are run monthly (normally starting on the first Tuesday of the month) over four consecutive Tuesday evenings. The course fee varies seasonally and is payable on booking. The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.

You will need to [[Course for beginners - Booking form|book]] a place in advance for all courses.

'''You must be over 18 and able to swim 50 metres wearing a buoyancy aid.'''

Please come along to [[Location|the club]] at 6.30 pm with [[bring|appropriate clothes]]. You ''will'' get wet so bring a change of clothes and a towel. On completing the course you may join the club (see below for membership details).

===Experienced paddlers===

If you are an experienced paddler, you can come along for a trial session to see if you like the club. Trial sessions cost £10 per week and you need to join the club after three trial sessions if you continue to paddle with us.

As an experienced paddler you can come along on any Tuesday night. Please arrive at 6:15 pm for 7:00 pm on the water.

If you would like to meet us before coming along to a trial session, then please join us upstairs in the [[Prospect of Whitby]] pub (next to Shadwell Basin) from 9:00 pm where we socialise after paddling (if you can't find us, just ask the friendly bar staff or look for people carrying paddles).

===Membership===

Annual membership of the club costs £50 (£30 unwaged). There is also an annual fee of £50 which covers use of the basin facilities and use of kit for all Tuesdays, Thursdays and any weekend trips. This fee also covers access to the [[pool]] on a Tuesday.

To join the club:
{{:Two steps to join the club}}

Note that this club is run by the members, for the members. As such, members should be willing to help with the running of the club.

===Members' Handbook===

New club members should take time to familiarise themselves with the [[Handbook|Members’ Handbook]]. This sets out the club rules and the standard of conduct that is required from members.

== More ==

*[[Contact|Contacting us]] - via e-mail
*[[Location|Where We Are]] - for our address, a map, directions.
*[[Who We Are]] - for details of the club structure and committee members.
*[[What We Do]] - for details of our activities.
*[[FAQ]] - for answers to some of the more common questions

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-09-14T13:33:34Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 1 */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water
* Phil Staite 4* white water
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow 4* white water

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-09-14T12:40:28Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water
* Phil Staite 4* white water
* Tom Di Nunzio McGrow 4* white water

MOTD

2016-09-05T10:53:16Z

Pinkyrabbity:

{{Multicolumn}}
[[File:Learn-to-paddle.jpg|Left|link=Course for beginners|alt=Learn to Paddle]]
{{Nextcolumn|bar=none}}
<center>Learn to kayak and canoe on our four week [[course for beginners]].</center>
 
{|
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|October course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £50 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|November course]]
|style="font-size: 300%; background: silver"|[[Course for beginners - Booking form| £40 ]]
|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|January course]]
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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-09-05T10:52:19Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 4, 11, 18, 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/QUKOZMC Oct 2016] £50.00
* 1, 8, 15 & 22 [https://en.xing-events.com/FMTHMJK Nov 2016] £40.00
* 10, 17, 24 & 31 [https://en.xing-events.com/WRMGGGW.html Jan 2017] £30.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

SBOAC

2016-08-08T11:46:39Z

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The '''Shadwell Basin Outdoor Activity Centre''' was started in 1976 by local parents and since that time has been transformed from a derelict site into a superb facility for learning watersports and outdoor activities. The seven acres of the [[Shadwell Basin|Basin]] and slipway access to the broad, fast moving water of the River Thames present the ideal water conditions to provide both safety and adventure from beginner to expert.

The Centre offers a range of facilities

* Changing rooms with showers and lockers, lecture rooms, offices and workshops.

The Centre offers a range of activities

* Kayaking - The Centre has a varied fleet of kayaks suitable for general purpose use, as well as white water playboats and sea kayaks.
* Canoeing - The Centre has a [[SBOAC open canoes|fleet of open canoes]], suitable for 2 to 3 people.
* Climbing - The Centre has a purpose built outdoor climbing wall suitable for groups of up to 10 people.
* High Ropes - This is the only course of its kind in central London and offers fantastic opportunities for school groups, youth clubs and corporate teambuilding activities.
* Sailing - The Centre uses both the River Thames and the enclosed water of Shadwell Basin for sailing sessions.
* Bell Boats - The Centre has two Bell Boats, which are like large open canoes linked with a walkway down the middle, to make a very stable catamaran like boat that is paddled by up to 10 people.
* Dragon Boats - The Centre was the first in London to use these traditional Chinese boats.

The Centre is also host to other clubs

* [[THCC|Tower Hamlets Canoe Club]]
* Docklands Dive School
* Predators School of Martial Arts

==More==

* '''Address''' - 3-4 Shadwell Pierhead, Glamis Road, London E1W 3TD {{bullet}} [[Location|Maps]]
* '''Email''' - committee@towerhamletscanoeclub.co.uk
* '''Facebook''' - https://www.facebook.com/TowerHamletsCanoeClub/

MOTD

2016-08-05T13:08:24Z

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|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|October course]]
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|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|November course]]
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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-08-05T13:07:36Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 6, 13, 20, 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/SFTATVX.html Sept 2016] £50.00
* 4, 11, 18, 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/QUKOZMC Oct 2016] £50.00
* 1, 8, 15 & 22 [https://en.xing-events.com/FMTHMJK Nov 2016] £40.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-08-04T16:24:38Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 1 */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-08-04T16:24:26Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 1 + Can assess 1 star */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* Esther Wheeler
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 1*]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr
* Esther Wheeler

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===
See: [[Assessing_BCU_1*_and_2*|How to become an Assessor of BCU 2*]]
* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water

Trips

2016-07-28T07:50:38Z

Pinkyrabbity:

'''Planned [[Club trips]] and events''' 
* {{forum|35|3538|White water River Coaching with Ray Goodwin, Betws-y-Coed, 10-11th Sept}}

'''Recent Trips''' 
* [[North_Norfolk_sea_trip_July_2016| Sea kayak trip to North Norfolk Coast - 23-24 July 2016]]
* [[Henley_to_Marlow_-_Jul_2016|2* scouting trip: Henley to Marlow - 9 Jul 2016]]
* [[St._Patricks_Stream_-_Sun_26_Jun_2016|St. Patricks Stream - Sun 26 Jun]]
* {{forum|35|3474|Big Sea Kayak Trip, North Devon, 18-19 June}}
* {{forum|35|3495|Thames day trip, Shepperton, Sat 28 May}}
* {{forum|35|3250|Open Boating on the Wye - 11-13 March 2016}}
* {{forum|35|3313|23+24 January 2016 White Water in North Wales}}
* {{forum|35|3272|5+6 December 2015 Lee Valley WW Weekend - Legacy and Olympic}}
* {{forum|35|3206|White Water trip to Dartmoor 7-8 November 2015}}
* {{forum|35|2997|Big Club Trip to Plas Y Brenin 2-4 October 2015}}
* {{forum|35|3018|Open Boat White Water trip: 31 July-2 August 2015}}
* {{forum|35|2954|Halifax Canoe Club (HXCC) Exchange Trip 13/14 June 2015}}

North Norfolk sea trip July 2016

2016-07-28T07:48:12Z

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Esther, Richard, Fiona, Michele, Vicky and Ged travelled north for a club sea trip - a rare direction.

Location: the wild and endless beaches of the north Norfolk coastline

MOTD

2016-07-08T08:27:51Z

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|[[Course for beginners - Booking form|September course]]
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Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-07-08T08:24:59Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 2, 9, 16, 23 [https://en.xing-events.com/OYIIAGC Aug 2016] £60.00
* 6, 13, 20, 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/SFTATVX.html Sept 2016] £50.00
* 4, 11, 18, 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/QUKOZMC Oct 2016] £50.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-07-08T08:24:20Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 2, 9, 16, 23 [https://en.xing-events.com/OYIIAGC Aug 2016] £60.00
* 6, 13, 20, 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/SFTATVX.html Sept 2016] £50.00
* 4, 11, 18, 25 [https://en.xing-events.com/QUKOZMC Oct 2016] £50

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

Chair

2016-06-09T13:30:10Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The '''Chair''' is one third of the club management committee. They work with the [[Secretary]] and [[Treasurer]] to ensure our club runs effectively.

* Has a key working relationship with SBOAC and their staff regarding club development and activities
* Leads club future planning and strategies
* Is a great champion and advocate for more people enjoying paddlesports
* Welcoming new and prospective members

Secretary

2016-06-09T13:30:08Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The '''Secretary''' takes care of the club's administration and communication and is part of the management committee.

The Secretary's responsibilities include the following:
* First point of contact for communications with the club
* Dealing with club mail/email
* Welcoming new and prospective members
* Scheduling beginners' courses and managing bookings
* Liaison with the BCU including maintaining the club's BCU affiliation
* Recording year end membership statistics for BCU affiliation
* Recording minutes of club committee meetings and the AGM
* Supporting the [[Chair]] and [[Treasurer]]
* Liaising with SBOAC on matters relating to club management

== More ==

*[[committee|Current committee members]]

Chair

2016-06-09T13:27:57Z

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The '''Chair''' is one third of the club management committee. They work with the [[Secretary]] and [[Treasurer]] to ensure our club runs effectively.

* Has a key working relationship with SBOAC and their staff
* Leads club development strategies and planning
* Is a great champion and advocate for more people enjoying paddlesports

Treasurer

2016-06-09T13:24:54Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The '''Treasurer''' takes care of the Club finances and implements any financial policies which the Club has set out. They are also, with the [Secretary]] and [[Chair]] part of the management committee and are responsible for the club.

The Treasurer ensures the following:
* Assets and liabilities of the Club are properly accounted for
* In co-ordination with the [[Secretary]], current membership status is correctly recorded by the Club
* Club members are up to date with any fees due
* Club members are reimbursed for expenses incurred on behalf of the Club
* Club members who are eligible for training support receive their due subsidies
* Club members who owe money to the Club repay these promptly
* Implementation of Club [[THCCFinancialPolicy#Transport_for_Club_trips|financial policies in relation to trips]] if asked to do so
* Monitoring of Club expenditure as decided at periodic spending meetings or otherwise

In addition, the Treasurer maintains records of transactions and member dues to allow:
* Financial records are kept with enough detail to satisfy the needs of the Club
* Financial records are kept with enough detail to satisfy the needs of [[SBOAC]]

The Treasurer also prepares the Annual Financial Statements for the Club's [[Annual General Meeting]].

The Treasurer is usually available after paddling on a Tuesday in the [[Prospect of Whitby]], and is easily identified by his red Chancellor's box. The Treasurer often goes by the name of 'Iron Chancellor'.

An '''Assistant Treasurer''' is also appointed to cover when the Treasurer is not available.

== More ==

*[[Committee|Current committee members]]

Introduction Courses

2016-06-09T13:20:48Z

Pinkyrabbity:

Perhaps you've just finished the 1* course and don't know what to do next?
Maybe you've already done a bit of canoeing and aren't too worried about the star tests

We run training every Tuesday club night and what is on offer varies from week to week.

We regularly run introduction to sea kayaking and canoeing sessions, getting you into a range of different boats to see which ones you like!

It's vital if you are a member to register on the forum and keep an eye for these sessions as they are very popular!

Planning trips

2016-06-09T09:51:53Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Leader */

{{TOCright}}Assorted information and links that may be of use when [[planning trips]].

* Remember that your main resource when planning a trip is fellow club members
** Check the previous [[club trips]] and contact people who went on something similar.
* The steps may not proceed in the order stated below
** Many steps are dependant on other steps.
** The answer to a question in one step may force the re-evaluation of a previous step.
* Use the Trips {{forum|35}} to post questions and discuss the details
** People who are not included in the trip may have information and comments to offer.
** Remember that different people will check the forum at different intervals.
** Remember that some people may not be able to check or post to the forum from where they work.
** Exchange e-mail addresses and use direct e-mail too.
** Post a summary to the forum after big changes or big decisions.
** If you don't hear from somebody, don't assume that they are just agreeing with everything.

==Steps==

Sorry if much of the following seems rather obvious, but trips do have problems because the obvious is not actually done.

===Start===

Decide that there '''will''' be a trip.
* Do not underestimate the importance of this step. Many trips never progress beyond the ''good idea'' stage.

===Level===

Decide what '''level''' of experience the trip should need.
* Is the trip for [[BCU Four Star|4 star]] paddlers or for [[BCU One Star|1 star]] paddlers who will use it to qualify for a [[BCU Two Star|2 star]]?

===Coordinator===

Agree who is the Trip '''Coordinator'''
* The Trip Coordinator is not the Leader. The Leader leads the paddling. The Coordinator makes lists and does not even have to go on the trip.
* This is the point at which many trips fail. There can only be one Trip Coordinator. They can, of course delegate a lot of the actual tasks and expect a lot of help from the other trip members, but in the end they must be the single point where all the information is collected and checked.
* The Trip Coordinator needs to be very explicit when delegating tasks.
* The Trip Coordinator will probably need a working knowledge of Excel and a solid sense of humour.
* There can only be one Trip Coordinator. Believe this.

===Who and When===

Decide '''who''' is going and '''when''' you are going
* The classic chicken and egg issue. Accept in advance that there will always be somebody who cannot manage the chosen date. Allocate a solid cut-off date for making this decision.
* This is another point where trips can fail. It is generally wise to agree a date that is in the future. Also, far enough in the future for things to be organised in time!

===Leader===

Ensure that you have a suitable '''Leader'''
* If the trip is for [[BCU Four Star|4 star]] paddlers, it is reasonable to assume that they will not need a more qualified Leader. They may, however, hire an external coach to teach as part of the trip. Note that for trips like this, most people probably have their own boats and kit.
* If the trip is for [[BCU One Star|1 star]] paddlers who will use it to qualify for a [[BCU Two Star|2 star]], then the trip needs a suitably qualified Leader to lead and oversee the paddling itself. For trips like this, people generally want to borrow club boats and most kit.
* When seeking a Leader - be very explicit. Ask them if they would lead the trip. Do not ask them if they would like to go on the trip.
* Ask the Leader if they would need any Helpers, if so how many and what is the maximum size of the group.
* There is a list of [[Current Club Coaches and Leaders| club leaders]] that you can ask on the wiki page.

===Where===

Decide '''where''' you are going
* This will depend on why the trip is happening, who is going and the views of the Leader.
* This will also depend on the many transport issues.

===What===

Decide '''what''' you are paddling
* A river trip may include a mixture of kayaks and open boats.
* A sea trip generally needs sea kayaks.

===Kit===

Decide what other '''kit''' you will need
* Break this down into paddling kit, personal kit and group kit.
* Paddling kit could include boats, paddles, buoyancy aids, helmets, individual safety kit etc
* Personal kit could include base layers, thermals, cags, shoes, extra "bank" or "street" clothing, extra paddling clothes, food, drink, money, tents, camping gear etc.
* Group kit could include licenses, access permissions, maps, first aid kits, repair kits, spare paddles, group shelters, shared safety kit, barbecue etc.
* Check early that you can borrow enough club kit.
* Remember that some of the "club kit" actually belongs to [[SBOAC|Shadwell Basin]] and they may have other plans for the kit on your chosen date.
* Be sure to [[Equipment booking|book the club kit]] as early as possible. Other groups may be planning trips too.
* Be sure to review your personal kit as early as possible. Buying kit on-line is cheaper, but may take longer than a last-minute visit to a shop.

===Transport===

Decide how to '''transport''' everything there
* Remember that you are transporting boats, people and kit. These things do not need to travel in the same way, via the same route or at the same time.
* Is there somewhere nearby that hires boats (and maybe deliver and/or collect them)?
* Where is the nearest station?
* Does the group have enough cars with roof racks?
* Does anybody have a car that could tow a trailer?
* Can anybody hire a van?
* Remember that kit can be bulky. A car with 4 seats may only be big enough for 3 people with all their kit.
* Agree which kit will be collected by which driver and when.
* Agree how everybody travels and organise meeting places and times.
* Exchange mobile numbers for when things do not go to plan.

===Maps===

Buy or print '''maps'''
* Check the guides for the chosen location.
* Locate any maps of the water you plan to paddle
* Identify the access points and parking
* Identify different exit points in case somebody is hurt or tired or the weather turns nasty
* Locate nearby pubs or cafes

===Licensing===
* Is a license required to go on this water?
* Where can you get one?
* If you're hiring kit, does it come with a license?

===The Plan===
* You need a plan.
* Where will you get on/off?
* At what time?
* Where will you have lunch / sleep (if overnight)?
* Where CAN you get off in an emergency if things don't go according to The Plan

===Check===

Start back at the top of this list and '''check''' everything
* Write it all down. Distribute copies of The Plan to everybody.
* Has anybody changed their minds?
* Is everybody still healthy?
* Can everybody still manage the chosen date?
* Is all the kit you need still available?
* Is all the kit you need still healthy? It is wise to check your boats before you go to collect them.
* Have the weather conditions changed?
* Have conditions at your chosen venue changed?
* Repeat as needed.

===Go===

Have fun!
Take photos.

==Afterwards==

* Upload a range of your photos. The web site home page displays random photos from [http://www.flickr.com/groups/thcc/pool/ our group on Flickr], so Flickr is probably a good place to put most of them.
* Write a trip report for the web site. Embed a few photos in the report and include links to the other photos.
* Think about how things went. Should you have planned anything differently? Any wise observations for the trip report?
* Report any lost or damaged kit via the Broken Equipment {{forum|32}}.
* Report costs and settle up with the [[Treasurer]].

==More==

* [[Suggested Trip Locations]]
* [[Club equipment]]
* [[How big is a kayak]]?
* [[How big is a van]]?
* [[THCCFinancialPolicy|Policy for the cost of transport on Club trips]]
* {{forum|25|2177|Forum post - General Info for club WW trips}}

Planning trips

2016-06-09T09:51:01Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Leader */

{{TOCright}}Assorted information and links that may be of use when [[planning trips]].

* Remember that your main resource when planning a trip is fellow club members
** Check the previous [[club trips]] and contact people who went on something similar.
* The steps may not proceed in the order stated below
** Many steps are dependant on other steps.
** The answer to a question in one step may force the re-evaluation of a previous step.
* Use the Trips {{forum|35}} to post questions and discuss the details
** People who are not included in the trip may have information and comments to offer.
** Remember that different people will check the forum at different intervals.
** Remember that some people may not be able to check or post to the forum from where they work.
** Exchange e-mail addresses and use direct e-mail too.
** Post a summary to the forum after big changes or big decisions.
** If you don't hear from somebody, don't assume that they are just agreeing with everything.

==Steps==

Sorry if much of the following seems rather obvious, but trips do have problems because the obvious is not actually done.

===Start===

Decide that there '''will''' be a trip.
* Do not underestimate the importance of this step. Many trips never progress beyond the ''good idea'' stage.

===Level===

Decide what '''level''' of experience the trip should need.
* Is the trip for [[BCU Four Star|4 star]] paddlers or for [[BCU One Star|1 star]] paddlers who will use it to qualify for a [[BCU Two Star|2 star]]?

===Coordinator===

Agree who is the Trip '''Coordinator'''
* The Trip Coordinator is not the Leader. The Leader leads the paddling. The Coordinator makes lists and does not even have to go on the trip.
* This is the point at which many trips fail. There can only be one Trip Coordinator. They can, of course delegate a lot of the actual tasks and expect a lot of help from the other trip members, but in the end they must be the single point where all the information is collected and checked.
* The Trip Coordinator needs to be very explicit when delegating tasks.
* The Trip Coordinator will probably need a working knowledge of Excel and a solid sense of humour.
* There can only be one Trip Coordinator. Believe this.

===Who and When===

Decide '''who''' is going and '''when''' you are going
* The classic chicken and egg issue. Accept in advance that there will always be somebody who cannot manage the chosen date. Allocate a solid cut-off date for making this decision.
* This is another point where trips can fail. It is generally wise to agree a date that is in the future. Also, far enough in the future for things to be organised in time!

===Leader===

Ensure that you have a suitable '''Leader'''
* If the trip is for [[BCU Four Star|4 star]] paddlers, it is reasonable to assume that they will not need a more qualified Leader. They may, however, hire an external coach to teach as part of the trip. Note that for trips like this, most people probably have their own boats and kit.
* If the trip is for [[BCU One Star|1 star]] paddlers who will use it to qualify for a [[BCU Two Star|2 star]], then the trip needs a suitably qualified Leader to lead and oversee the paddling itself. For trips like this, people generally want to borrow club boats and most kit.
* When seeking a Leader - be very explicit. Ask them if they would lead the trip. Do not ask them if they would like to go on the trip.
* Ask the Leader if they would need any Helpers, if so how many and what is the maximum size of the group.
* There is a list of [[Club Coaches and Leaders|club leaders]] that you can ask on the wiki page.

===Where===

Decide '''where''' you are going
* This will depend on why the trip is happening, who is going and the views of the Leader.
* This will also depend on the many transport issues.

===What===

Decide '''what''' you are paddling
* A river trip may include a mixture of kayaks and open boats.
* A sea trip generally needs sea kayaks.

===Kit===

Decide what other '''kit''' you will need
* Break this down into paddling kit, personal kit and group kit.
* Paddling kit could include boats, paddles, buoyancy aids, helmets, individual safety kit etc
* Personal kit could include base layers, thermals, cags, shoes, extra "bank" or "street" clothing, extra paddling clothes, food, drink, money, tents, camping gear etc.
* Group kit could include licenses, access permissions, maps, first aid kits, repair kits, spare paddles, group shelters, shared safety kit, barbecue etc.
* Check early that you can borrow enough club kit.
* Remember that some of the "club kit" actually belongs to [[SBOAC|Shadwell Basin]] and they may have other plans for the kit on your chosen date.
* Be sure to [[Equipment booking|book the club kit]] as early as possible. Other groups may be planning trips too.
* Be sure to review your personal kit as early as possible. Buying kit on-line is cheaper, but may take longer than a last-minute visit to a shop.

===Transport===

Decide how to '''transport''' everything there
* Remember that you are transporting boats, people and kit. These things do not need to travel in the same way, via the same route or at the same time.
* Is there somewhere nearby that hires boats (and maybe deliver and/or collect them)?
* Where is the nearest station?
* Does the group have enough cars with roof racks?
* Does anybody have a car that could tow a trailer?
* Can anybody hire a van?
* Remember that kit can be bulky. A car with 4 seats may only be big enough for 3 people with all their kit.
* Agree which kit will be collected by which driver and when.
* Agree how everybody travels and organise meeting places and times.
* Exchange mobile numbers for when things do not go to plan.

===Maps===

Buy or print '''maps'''
* Check the guides for the chosen location.
* Locate any maps of the water you plan to paddle
* Identify the access points and parking
* Identify different exit points in case somebody is hurt or tired or the weather turns nasty
* Locate nearby pubs or cafes

===Licensing===
* Is a license required to go on this water?
* Where can you get one?
* If you're hiring kit, does it come with a license?

===The Plan===
* You need a plan.
* Where will you get on/off?
* At what time?
* Where will you have lunch / sleep (if overnight)?
* Where CAN you get off in an emergency if things don't go according to The Plan

===Check===

Start back at the top of this list and '''check''' everything
* Write it all down. Distribute copies of The Plan to everybody.
* Has anybody changed their minds?
* Is everybody still healthy?
* Can everybody still manage the chosen date?
* Is all the kit you need still available?
* Is all the kit you need still healthy? It is wise to check your boats before you go to collect them.
* Have the weather conditions changed?
* Have conditions at your chosen venue changed?
* Repeat as needed.

===Go===

Have fun!
Take photos.

==Afterwards==

* Upload a range of your photos. The web site home page displays random photos from [http://www.flickr.com/groups/thcc/pool/ our group on Flickr], so Flickr is probably a good place to put most of them.
* Write a trip report for the web site. Embed a few photos in the report and include links to the other photos.
* Think about how things went. Should you have planned anything differently? Any wise observations for the trip report?
* Report any lost or damaged kit via the Broken Equipment {{forum|32}}.
* Report costs and settle up with the [[Treasurer]].

==More==

* [[Suggested Trip Locations]]
* [[Club equipment]]
* [[How big is a kayak]]?
* [[How big is a van]]?
* [[THCCFinancialPolicy|Policy for the cost of transport on Club trips]]
* {{forum|25|2177|Forum post - General Info for club WW trips}}

Planning trips

2016-06-09T09:50:27Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Leader */

{{TOCright}}Assorted information and links that may be of use when [[planning trips]].

* Remember that your main resource when planning a trip is fellow club members
** Check the previous [[club trips]] and contact people who went on something similar.
* The steps may not proceed in the order stated below
** Many steps are dependant on other steps.
** The answer to a question in one step may force the re-evaluation of a previous step.
* Use the Trips {{forum|35}} to post questions and discuss the details
** People who are not included in the trip may have information and comments to offer.
** Remember that different people will check the forum at different intervals.
** Remember that some people may not be able to check or post to the forum from where they work.
** Exchange e-mail addresses and use direct e-mail too.
** Post a summary to the forum after big changes or big decisions.
** If you don't hear from somebody, don't assume that they are just agreeing with everything.

==Steps==

Sorry if much of the following seems rather obvious, but trips do have problems because the obvious is not actually done.

===Start===

Decide that there '''will''' be a trip.
* Do not underestimate the importance of this step. Many trips never progress beyond the ''good idea'' stage.

===Level===

Decide what '''level''' of experience the trip should need.
* Is the trip for [[BCU Four Star|4 star]] paddlers or for [[BCU One Star|1 star]] paddlers who will use it to qualify for a [[BCU Two Star|2 star]]?

===Coordinator===

Agree who is the Trip '''Coordinator'''
* The Trip Coordinator is not the Leader. The Leader leads the paddling. The Coordinator makes lists and does not even have to go on the trip.
* This is the point at which many trips fail. There can only be one Trip Coordinator. They can, of course delegate a lot of the actual tasks and expect a lot of help from the other trip members, but in the end they must be the single point where all the information is collected and checked.
* The Trip Coordinator needs to be very explicit when delegating tasks.
* The Trip Coordinator will probably need a working knowledge of Excel and a solid sense of humour.
* There can only be one Trip Coordinator. Believe this.

===Who and When===

Decide '''who''' is going and '''when''' you are going
* The classic chicken and egg issue. Accept in advance that there will always be somebody who cannot manage the chosen date. Allocate a solid cut-off date for making this decision.
* This is another point where trips can fail. It is generally wise to agree a date that is in the future. Also, far enough in the future for things to be organised in time!

===Leader===

Ensure that you have a suitable '''Leader'''
* If the trip is for [[BCU Four Star|4 star]] paddlers, it is reasonable to assume that they will not need a more qualified Leader. They may, however, hire an external coach to teach as part of the trip. Note that for trips like this, most people probably have their own boats and kit.
* If the trip is for [[BCU One Star|1 star]] paddlers who will use it to qualify for a [[BCU Two Star|2 star]], then the trip needs a suitably qualified Leader to lead and oversee the paddling itself. For trips like this, people generally want to borrow club boats and most kit.
* When seeking a Leader - be very explicit. Ask them if they would lead the trip. Do not ask them if they would like to go on the trip.
* Ask the Leader if they would need any Helpers, if so how many and what is the maximum size of the group.
* There is a [[Club Coaches and Leaders]] that you can ask on the wiki page.

===Where===

Decide '''where''' you are going
* This will depend on why the trip is happening, who is going and the views of the Leader.
* This will also depend on the many transport issues.

===What===

Decide '''what''' you are paddling
* A river trip may include a mixture of kayaks and open boats.
* A sea trip generally needs sea kayaks.

===Kit===

Decide what other '''kit''' you will need
* Break this down into paddling kit, personal kit and group kit.
* Paddling kit could include boats, paddles, buoyancy aids, helmets, individual safety kit etc
* Personal kit could include base layers, thermals, cags, shoes, extra "bank" or "street" clothing, extra paddling clothes, food, drink, money, tents, camping gear etc.
* Group kit could include licenses, access permissions, maps, first aid kits, repair kits, spare paddles, group shelters, shared safety kit, barbecue etc.
* Check early that you can borrow enough club kit.
* Remember that some of the "club kit" actually belongs to [[SBOAC|Shadwell Basin]] and they may have other plans for the kit on your chosen date.
* Be sure to [[Equipment booking|book the club kit]] as early as possible. Other groups may be planning trips too.
* Be sure to review your personal kit as early as possible. Buying kit on-line is cheaper, but may take longer than a last-minute visit to a shop.

===Transport===

Decide how to '''transport''' everything there
* Remember that you are transporting boats, people and kit. These things do not need to travel in the same way, via the same route or at the same time.
* Is there somewhere nearby that hires boats (and maybe deliver and/or collect them)?
* Where is the nearest station?
* Does the group have enough cars with roof racks?
* Does anybody have a car that could tow a trailer?
* Can anybody hire a van?
* Remember that kit can be bulky. A car with 4 seats may only be big enough for 3 people with all their kit.
* Agree which kit will be collected by which driver and when.
* Agree how everybody travels and organise meeting places and times.
* Exchange mobile numbers for when things do not go to plan.

===Maps===

Buy or print '''maps'''
* Check the guides for the chosen location.
* Locate any maps of the water you plan to paddle
* Identify the access points and parking
* Identify different exit points in case somebody is hurt or tired or the weather turns nasty
* Locate nearby pubs or cafes

===Licensing===
* Is a license required to go on this water?
* Where can you get one?
* If you're hiring kit, does it come with a license?

===The Plan===
* You need a plan.
* Where will you get on/off?
* At what time?
* Where will you have lunch / sleep (if overnight)?
* Where CAN you get off in an emergency if things don't go according to The Plan

===Check===

Start back at the top of this list and '''check''' everything
* Write it all down. Distribute copies of The Plan to everybody.
* Has anybody changed their minds?
* Is everybody still healthy?
* Can everybody still manage the chosen date?
* Is all the kit you need still available?
* Is all the kit you need still healthy? It is wise to check your boats before you go to collect them.
* Have the weather conditions changed?
* Have conditions at your chosen venue changed?
* Repeat as needed.

===Go===

Have fun!
Take photos.

==Afterwards==

* Upload a range of your photos. The web site home page displays random photos from [http://www.flickr.com/groups/thcc/pool/ our group on Flickr], so Flickr is probably a good place to put most of them.
* Write a trip report for the web site. Embed a few photos in the report and include links to the other photos.
* Think about how things went. Should you have planned anything differently? Any wise observations for the trip report?
* Report any lost or damaged kit via the Broken Equipment {{forum|32}}.
* Report costs and settle up with the [[Treasurer]].

==More==

* [[Suggested Trip Locations]]
* [[Club equipment]]
* [[How big is a kayak]]?
* [[How big is a van]]?
* [[THCCFinancialPolicy|Policy for the cost of transport on Club trips]]
* {{forum|25|2177|Forum post - General Info for club WW trips}}

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-06-09T09:47:02Z

Pinkyrabbity:

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* Esther Wheeler
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[BCU One star assessor|How to qualify as a BCU One star assessor]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===

* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

=== Leaders 5*, 4*, discipline specific ===

* Nick Jacobs 5* sea kayak
* Charlie Skrine 4* sea kayak
* Natalie Maderova 4* sea kayak
* Toby Carr 4* sea kayak
* Michal Madera 4* sea kayak
* Esther Wheeler 4* sea kayak
* Myles Molloy 4* white water
* Matt Lambert 4* white water

Training

2016-06-09T09:39:20Z

Pinkyrabbity:

[[Image:Beginners Night May 2006.jpg|right|frame|Beginners Night May 2006]]

The club runs a structured [[course for beginners]] every month except December.
The course runs over four consecutive Tuesday evenings, starting on the first Tuesday of each month.
Dates and availability are available from the [[Course for beginners - Booking form|online booking form]].

The course is based around the syllabus for the [[BCU One Star]].
Following this course people generally join the club and continue towards their [[BCU 2 Star]] award.

The club also provides coaching and training towards the different [[BCU 3 Star]] awards, although these are generally completed and assessed outside the club.

To qualify for the star awards you will need to complete a number of trips.
[[Club trips]] happen throughout the year and are advertised in the {{forum|35}}.

We can point you in the direction of further specialist training in areas such as [[sea kayaking]], [[white water kayaking]] and coaching qualifications.

==More==

* [[Course for beginners - Booking form]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary]]
* [[Training Officer]]
* [[Current Club Coaches and Leaders]]

Current Club Coaches

2016-06-09T09:38:52Z

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Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-06-09T09:38:51Z

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{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* Esther Wheeler
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[BCU One star assessor|How to qualify as a BCU One star assessor]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===

* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

Assessing BCU 1* and 2*

2016-06-09T07:41:33Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* More */

[[Current Club Coaches|Coaches]] at Level 2 or above are automatically qualified to assess the [[BCU One Star]] award.

For a Level 1 coach to assess the [[BCU One Star]] they need to:
* complete the [http://bcu.wt-associates.co.uk/ online Paddlesafe course] (cost is £7.99)
* ask the BCU to "add the 1* assessment role to your profile"

From a [[BCU]] point of view you do not need to submit evidence you have been observed, but if you haven't delivered it before please shadow someone else first.

==More==

* [[Current Club Coaches|Current Club Coaches and Leaders]]
* {{BCU stars}}
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|Summary of the One Star syllabus]] (for the THCC Course for beginners)
* [http://www.canoe-england.org.uk/tests-i-awards/personal-performance-awards/paddlesport-start-i-1-to-3-star/ Canoe England page] covering One Star, Two Star, and Three Star awards

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-06-09T07:37:44Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 1 */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* Esther Wheeler
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[BCU One star assessor|How to qualify as a BCU One star assessor]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===

* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

Current Club Coaches and Leaders

2016-06-09T07:26:32Z

Pinkyrabbity: /* Level 1 + Can assess 1 star */

{{NOTOC}}This page aims to summarise our member's coaching qualifications. Please update this page with missing or changed information.

=== Level 1 ===

* Alison Staite
* Esther Wheeler
* George Hewson
* Lars Hagenbuch
* Liz Sheridan
* Margarita Caretta
* Nick Jacobs
* Owen Box
* Robin Foote
* Steven Pike
* Toby Carr
* Tom Webster

=== Level 1 + Can assess 1 star ===

See: [[BCU One star assessor|How to qualify as a BCU One star assessor]]

* Chris Wride
* Mark James
* Matt Lambert
* Phil Staite
* Matt Dicken
* Toby Carr

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) ===

* Duncan Smith
* Luke Smallman
* Michal Madera
* Myles Molloy - Can also run FSRT courses
* Paul Shepherd
* Sarah Wallis
* David Harkness

=== Level 2 (Can assess 1 and 2 star) + Moderate water endorsement (Can coach on moderate water) ===

* Charlie Skrine (can assess 3 star sea)
* Natalie Maderova (can assess 3 star sea)

Induction for beginners - Booking form

2016-06-06T08:34:27Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The [[Course for beginners|course]] runs every month (except December) and is open for booking three months in advance.
* Each course is four consecutive Tuesday evenings.
* The courses aim to start at 7pm, so you would need to arrive around 6:30pm.
* Please use the form below to book your place online.
* Only two places may be booked by one individual (multiple bookings may be deleted without refund).
* The fee is not refundable and no credits will be given for missed sessions.
* Each course has a waiting list but cancellations are rare.
* Please read in advance the two pages about [[Bring|what you need to bring]] and [[Location|where we are]].

==Booking==

Please book courses on-line via the following links:

* 5, 12, 19, 26 [https://www.amiando.com/IGOEIIU July 2016] £60.00
* 2, 9, 16, 23 [https://en.xing-events.com/OYIIAGC Aug 2016] £60.00
* 6, 13, 20, 27 [https://en.xing-events.com/SFTATVX.html Sept 2016] £50.00

Alternatively:

#[[Contact|Contact us by e-mail]] to reserve up to two places per course.
#We will reply confirming your place(s), subject to availability.
#Print out and post a paper booking form to us with a cheque or postal order payable to Tower Hamlets Canoe Club.
#We will hold places reserved by e-mail for three days pending receipt of payment.

==More==

* [[Bring|What you need to bring]]
* [[Location|Our address, maps and directions]]
* [[Basin site plan]]
* [[Contact|Contacting us]]
* [[Course for beginners|Short overview of the course]]
* [[Course for beginners - Summary|More detailed view of the course]]

MOTD

2016-06-06T08:18:51Z

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Halifax trip 2016

2016-05-17T07:22:32Z

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== Halifax Trip 14-15 May 2016 ==

We all arrived as expected sometime around 11pm on Friday night. After dropping Jack, Tom and Chris off at their salubrious luxury residence in Halifax (ask them about the interesting conversations with the bar staff which sounded like a 2 Ronnies sketch) , I proceeded to my exclusive bespoke accommodation for a camomile tea and excellent night's sleep courtesy of Dave and his delightful wife Caron.

We re-convened at 9.30am stoked and ready to roll! (or maybe just fall out). All kitted out, we were treated to some top-class coaching in white water skills such as low braces, edging and steering by Peter, Dave and Nick of the Halifax CC. We then proceeded a half mile or so up the Calder for our first little play on the weir. Everyone came down the weir with no spills and some happy faces all round. There was some fun to be had playing in the surf at the bottom.

After this we went back to the clubhouse for lunch. We were treated to a resplendent feast of sausage casserole, baked potatoes, chilli, tortilla chips and coleslaw, followed by cake and all accompanied by copious cups of tea and coffee. [This raises the bar for the return trip in November! Will have to get my slow cooker out]

Our white water freshmen then had their first goes on the Halifax series of shelves. The shelves have changed since last year due to the floods. I should point out here that HCC have had some tough times with the floods. All their spanky new changing rooms were flooded, and they have worked really hard to get them back to normal.

It was really great seeing the big smiles as everyone tried zooming over drops for the first time. The coaching in the morning had really paid off as there were few swims, and any spills were taken in good humour. Personally I found that after a year, I still found the course fun and could push myself to try some new ways off launching myself off things (ok, yeah..) ;) I tried a playboat for the first time which made it more exciting.

Our new white water supremoes were soon expertly ferry-gliding across the rapids! This really is a great place to both practice and learn. It is worth mentioning that this is not just a place for beginners- there are some interesting eddies up against the rocks in one or two of the drops, that the more experienced members of HCC still challenge each other to get into! We had a great afternoon.

After an afternoon of exhausting fun, we all headed off to rest and get ready for the restaurant. Dave F had researched a good deal which meant all our food was only £17 each! Bargain. We had the problem of 'too much money' when we all put in for the bill, so we took the extra after the tip and went to the pub for a drink. Me Dave and Caron went home after one- we're not sure where the lads went but understand it may have involved somewhere called 'Roxy's'. I got to see one of my erstwhile stomping grounds, the Brighouse Ritz, on the way home, bringing back memories of when I used to drive all night up north and back to dance all night.

The next day we all met bright, bushy tailed and earlyish to set off for our big river and canal trip. Having managed to trip and fall over on a sticking up piece of wood, I bounced up and off we went. [This set the scene for a day of amusing tumbles.] In gorgeous weather we paddled along admiring the beautiful scenery and taking in the wildlife, including herons and wagtails (can't remember which but Ged spotted it). I tried flinging myself vertically into the river at the seal launch, which gave endless amusement. There was another weir which afforded more photo opportunities and surfing fun. There was an open boat along and it was good watching this going over the weirs. After a while it was lunchtime and also time to move over to the canal. This involved an interesting dismount in which I ended up hanging like a monkey from the underside of the pontoon with my boat half full of water. I now know I cannot use a playboat as a step in the same way I use a WW boat. Most others seemed to manage with the odd heave with a strap or a hand. Anyway I managed to get out with the assistance of a very nice man called Steve who only drinks Tetleys, not soup, never soup.

Then the police turned up! They were pursuing an escaping criminal into a nearby breakers yard. Fortunately the police dogs were not interested in our sandwiches, although we were warned to 'keep away, she might bite!' We just carried on eating by the picturesque lock. We then set off on our canal trip. It was quite a long trip and I struggled towards the end to keep up in the playboat, but remembering the new very upright paddle technique that one should use with the little boat helped a lot, and I managed to keep the pace. We all helped each other over the portages. This in itself was good experience in finding the best ways in and out. At some point I ended up under my boat in some nettles whilst avoiding a cyclist. I also found this amusing, although I am still rubbing the cream on my neck to stop the itching.

All too soon we were back at the drop-in point and it was time to say goodbye. The cake re-appeared undamaged, having been protected by Paul of HCC throughout a capsize. (Dave: 'IS THE CAKE ALL RIGHT??') HCC were really great and took the boats back for us which saved us about 40 minutes on our journey- big thanks to them all for a superb day and weekend overall.

The photos are displayed on the HCC facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/halifaxcc/phot ... =3&theater

SBOAC Liaison

2016-05-12T10:31:55Z

Pinkyrabbity:

The SBOAC Liaisons help connect the club to its parent: Shadwell Basin Outdoor Activity Centre. The attend the regular SBOAC management committee meetings to represent the club and help feed information and requests both ways.

The current liaisons are listed on the [[committee|committee page]]

== More ==

*[[committee|Current committee members]]

Open canoeing

2016-05-12T10:30:24Z

Pinkyrabbity:

[[Image:Gunwale bobbing.jpg|frame|right|Gunwhale bobbing on an open canoe in the basin]]
'''Open canoeing''' is a growing area of interest at THCC and we are fortunate to have the use of [[SBOAC|Shadwell Basin]]'s [[SBOAC open canoes|large fleet of open canoes]].

An open canoe coaching group is available on many of our Tuesday evening club sessions and is now an essential part of the new [[BCU Two Star]] award. There are often open boating trips being planning either on the forum or in the [[Prospect of Whitby|pub]] after paddling

If you would like to try open canoeing please contact the [[Committee|Open Canoe representative]] or post on the open canoe forums.

== More ==

* [[Club equipment]]
* [[Open canoe inventory]]
* [[committee|Current committee members]]
* http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canoe