Forward Program – Trips / Events
Note: Many club trips are organised via TCC Paddle Flash group (the clubs e-mail list) and DCC Paddle Flash group e-mail list (statewide). Use the link from the menu.
If you wish to participate in a scheduled trip, you should contact the trip leader as set down in the forward program by the Thursday prior to the trip to avoid possible cancellation of the trip due to lack if interest and also to ensure there has been no change of venue.
Trip Etiquette
It is your responsibility to ensure that you arrive for a trip at the arranged time and with the appropriate paddling gear, clothing and sustenance.
You should contact the club leader if you no longer wish to participate in a trip.
The leader has the right to refuse you access to a trip if it is felt that your safety or the safety of others on the trip may be compromised.
Leaders are expected to arrange a suitable substitute leader if they are unable to lead their trip and should plan an alternative trip if river levels or conditions are unsuitable.
Of course, if you have a better idea for a trip ring around and see what you can organise. Inform a member of the Committee (see below) of the trip details to ensure you are covered for insurance purposes.
Clothing
Kayaking, especially whitewater kayaking, is a wet activity. On a warm sunny day in a warm water river, a swim suit and safety equipment may be all you need. If the air/water temperature is not warm, you will need to dress to stay warm even when wet. A sleeveless neoprene wetsuit teamed with a top which retains warmth when wet, i.e. pure wool or polypropylene, and coated nylon paddle jacket with neoprene closures will increase your warmth greatly. Neoprene booties or sneakers with wool or neoprene socks will keep your feet warm and provide protection from sharp rocks. A wool or polypropylene cap will prevent heat loss through the head.
Always take warm clothes with you to change into after you leave the water.
Common Sense Paddling
Kayaking is a great sport, which is fun for all ages and skill levels. When you are properly trained and prepared, it is a sport that virtually anyone can enjoy. Yet without proper instruction, awareness of your surrounding environment and knowledge of at least basic water safety, kayaking can become unnecessarily dangerous.
- Know Your Skill level and respect your limitations;
- Never forget basic common sense;
- Always paddle with a friend;
- Always carry appropriate safety gear;
- Always let others know where you are going and when you plan to return.
If you wish to participate in a scheduled trip, you should contact the trip leader as set down in the forward program by the Thursday prior to the trip to avoid possible cancellation of the trip due to lack if interest and also to ensure there has been no change of venue.