Tale of Two Paddles – Trevor Strain and Jill Barlow We’ve enjoyed two paddling trips recently in contrasting locations, both with good weather. On May 27th we spent a day paddling almost 14 miles from Farndon to Sandy Lane (via Chester Weir) in an open boat on the River Dee. The other was an 8… Read More »Tale of Two Paddles by Trevor Strain and Jill Barlow
Paddling sessions at the Docks by Liz McCreery Out again at last! All safely distanced, boats & equipment cleaned afterwards. We got to see the lock at the end dock open and close (first time for me). The sun shone. First time out for our new member Jimmy in canoe. Thanks to Marty for organising… Read More »Paddling sessions at the Docks by Liz McCreery
“Constrains led approach in coaching” by Matt Giblin Tuesday at 7:30pm If you missed tonight’s excellent talk by Matt you can now watch it on the Club YouTube Link…. If anyone has any follow-up questions or would like to contact Matt Giblin about any coaching needs at Sea Kayak Essentials his email address is matt.giblin@icloud.com… Read More »“Constrains led approach in coaching” by Matt Giblin Tuesday at 7:30pm
The use of club equipment and the compound – An update to our Covid-19 Guidance The club is now moving to Stage 3, where some paddles at the docks are now promoting the use of club equipment. However, please be aware that some Dock paddles may still require the use of your own equipment –… Read More »The use of club equipment and the compound – An update to our Covid-19 Guidance
First Polo Session after Lockdown by Josie Moss The first Polo session post lock down was done in the company of Dean, Craig, Aleksander, Josh and Josie on a rather grey looking Wednesday evening. After a quick catch up on dry land it was straight into our own boats and round to the polo pitches.… Read More »First Polo Session after Lockdown by Josie Moss
Sheltered Water Paddles, The Bridgewater Canal from the A56 – By Jim Krawiecki The Bridgwater Canal provides some great venues for an easy paddle. Between Dunham and Lymm there is a convenient Layby on the A56 next to a pub called Ye Olde Number 3 (postcode WA14 4TA). From the layby there is easy access… Read More »Sheltered Water Paddles, The Bridgewater Canal from the A56 – By Jim Krawiecki
COVID 19 UPDATE – Liverpool Canoe Clubs Return to Paddling 7th June 2020 LCC Following yesterday’s Stewardship discussion where we reviewed the latest guidance and the club’s position, we have now moved to Stage 2. Many scenarios were discussed and evaluated. The club always operates totally within the British Canoeing and the Government guidance operating… Read More »COVID 19 UPDATE – Liverpool Canoe Clubs Return to Paddling
Crosby to River Alt and back – By Clare Brown We met at Crosby Coast Guard station – in the car park on the sea front. It was a little breezier than forecast with a N`ly 3-4 and quite a large swell. We soon got ourselves ready and headed down to the shore to meet… Read More »Crosby to River Alt and back – By Clare Brown
River Weaver – Saltersford to Hunt’s Locks by John Vogler (8 miles for the return trip) This section of the Weaver combines substantial rural stretches with the Anderton Boat Lift, an ugly chemical works and a trip through Northwich with various interesting boats, swing bridges etc. Access is available from the village of Barnton… Read More »River Weaver – Saltersford to Hunt’s Locks by John Vogler
