White water kayaking skills weekend 18-19Feb2023

This form is to be read in conjunction with the info sheet "White Water kayaking info sheet".

Prerequisites: You must be a confident swimmer in strong, turbulent water. This is a physically demanding activity.

Cost: $50 includes equipment, and camp fees. $30 if you supply your own boat and paddling equipment. Note: Fuel contribution is also required. Expect between $40-$60 depending on location and numbers attending. Pay driver. This is a self cater event.

Location: Location will depend on river levels and will be confirmed in the week preceding the trip. Updates will be communicated via email. Preferred locations are:

1. Childowla on the Murrumbidgee River, near Yass
2. Canberra on the Murrumbidgee River
3. Barrington River near Gloucester
4. Oallen Ford on the Upper Shoalhaven River, near Braidwood

When: We will leave Campbelltown at 6am Saturday 18/2/23. Contact Activity Leader below for travel details. Return time will depend on location.

What to expect: Plenty of paddling plus development of paddling skills including stroke technique, rescue and recovery skills, bracing and rolling sessions. Camping on side of river with no facilities (location dependent). For an idea of what to expect see short videos: https://youtu.be/5aBRzuI6ev4 & https://youtu.be/1Jw-Gy_hxjA

Note: due to equipment limitations, members outside of Hume region may be required to source & transport their own boats if large numbers apply. Contact activity co-ordinator to discuss.

For further details contact: Glenn Austin (Aussie), Ph: (H) 4647 1726 (M) 0417 272 978, email: glenn.austin@nsw.scouts.com.au     or

Neville Austin (Nifty), Ph: (AH) 0400 432 361, nifty.activities@gmail.com