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March 2025

Manchester Canoes are looking for a paddler / ex-paddler who could work in the Warrington store.

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Manchester Canoes Store in Warrington

Manchester Canoes are looking for a paddler / ex-paddler who could work in the Warrington store. Manchester Canoes are looking for a paddler / ex-paddler who could work in the Warrington store advising people about canoes and kayaks. Full details and job specification are available from their website https://www.manchester-canoes-and-kayaks.co.uk/careers Full-time but possibility of part-time work for the right candidate.

Jon Young – Rest in Peace

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Jon Young (1964 -2025) Rest in Peace It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news from School Lane: our dear friend Jon Young went to heaven this morning at the age of 60. Jon had been diagnosed with lung cancer last year and experienced a rapid decline in the past three weeks. Jon was a beloved member of the Liverpool Canoe Club, known affectionately as Driver Number… Read More »Jon Young – Rest in Peace

Emergency Aquatic First Aid Course

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12 people attended a 1-day first aid course delivered by Chris from Pro Business Edge from Sarah G The group learnt and practiced skills in CPR, defib, choking, managing bleeding, seizures and more. The course ended with all candidates successfully completing an assessment and heading off home. A good day was had by all.

Club Paddlefest 2025

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Aerial Shot of the Compound Coburg Dock Paddlefest

Sunday 27th April 2025 Club Paddlefest Club Paddlefest aims to get Club members on the water, and there are many different sessions to book. If you would like to attend one of the coaching and skills sessions or register, please pre-book using the links below.Club Maintenance the day before 26/4/25

Junior Club Northern Lights Paddle

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Northern Lights Paddle at Liverpool Docks Date: March 21, 2025 We are thrilled to share the highlights of our recent Northern Lights Paddle event at the picturesque Liverpool Docks. It was an evening filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the stunning beauty of the illuminated waters. Event Highlights: Special Thanks: We extend our thanks to all the volunteers, coaches, and parents who made this paddle possible. Your dedication and support are invaluable to our club’s… Read More »Junior Club Northern Lights Paddle

White Water Trip / Peer Paddle on the River Tryweryn

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White Water Trip / Peer Paddle on the River Tryweryn by Stuart Toulson Today’s White Water Trip / Peer paddle saw a last-minute change of venue, this was to take advantage of a late-announced release of the River Tryweryn. The dam release upper section of the river is classed as grade 3- 4. We were anticipating a busy day if last week’s Dee trip was anything to go by, but… Read More »White Water Trip / Peer Paddle on the River Tryweryn

The Journey of Kayaking by Elena Bejenaru                        

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The Journey of Kayaking: Discovering New Horizons & A Tale of Adventure and Friendship January marked the beginning of a new adventure for me, as I embarked on the thrilling journey of kayaking. It all started when Jackie, a dear friend, introduced me to her favourite activities. She has always been an enthusiastic kayaker, and her passion for the sport was infectious. With her guidance, I was able to dive… Read More »The Journey of Kayaking by Elena Bejenaru                        

Cemlyn Bay to Sandy Bay 17 03 2025 by Catriona

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Cemlyn Bay to Sandy Bay 17 03 2025 by Catriona High tide Liverpool 12:20 pm 9.6m, Wind NE 10mph,  SW going stream starts 45mins before HW Liverpool  The mid-day high tides and the amount of daylight make it difficult to plan return trips on Anglesey and avoid paddling against the main flow, so we opted for a one-way trip with a car shuttle.    This took a little while to organise, so… Read More »Cemlyn Bay to Sandy Bay 17 03 2025 by Catriona

Progression to WW: River Dee from Horseshoe Falls by Sue L

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Progression to WW: River Dee from Horseshoe Falls by Sue L Corwen Gauge on 0.48m – Low Sunday’s were made for being on the water and what a terrific Sunday; the sun was out, the sky was a light shade of blue, it wasn’t frosty this morning and 20ish eager LCC paddlers gathered at Horseshoe Falls car park to off-load kayaks and get kitted up.  The car park was busy… Read More »Progression to WW: River Dee from Horseshoe Falls by Sue L

OOOH!… A RAFFLE!… OF KAYAKING GOODIES!

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OOOH!… A RAFFLE!… OF KAYAKING GOODIES! Laura Groom and Tim Haines As part of a Devizes-Westminster related charity fundraising campaign, Laura Groom and I would like to invite you to buy some raffle tickets with a chance to win some excellent kayak related prizes…​ ​We are still waiting out on confirmation for some donations, so the final prize list will almost certainly be longer than this but we already have… Read More »OOOH!… A RAFFLE!… OF KAYAKING GOODIES!