What's New

Well some of the group did the sea paddle, but not at Southend, they actually paddled from opposite the London observatory up river, under several bridges. The tides where not quite right so they only did a one way trip. Some bits where a bit hairy to say the least. They finished by the Globe Theatre. Everybody learnt something, and wants to go again. On the 13th July we had our now annual Cub Scout day at Cheshunt, canoeing & kayaking. On the 20th we took a trailer load of boats over to Bury Lake, where we ran 4 x 1 hour sessions for a large Scout group.

Our weekly sessions have been continuing as usual, but the numbers are surprisingly low, mind you the weather has not been too good yet. We are trying to get a Canoe Polo area at the base, just outside the harbour.

The Monday afternoons at the base are continuing 1 - 3pm, this session is now aimed at adults, the session fee is £5.

There will be a paddle on the 10th August meet at the base at 9am back by 6pm. The venue will be up to those who want to paddle.

22-25th August, the Bank holiday weekend, we are hoping to get away, somewhere, have you any suggestions? (The base is not open over the Bank holiday weekend).

A date for your diary, we have booked Cardington for the 27th/28th September. It is an artificial White water course that we have to build, good fun for all.

Nigel Rawcliffe will shortly be stepping down from running our web site. He designed the data base & web site, plus spent many hours updating it over the years. The information on the site is often the first point of contact for new comers to our sport. His son George was a member of our canoe polo team a few years ago & is now at university. How Nigel ever found time to do all of the above, whilst keeping down a very challenging job, and playing taxi driver to all his children I will never know.

Thank you Nigel you have made a great difference to our Group.

Dave Rudland Hon Sec.
edcanoe@homecall.co.uk 07850190537 www.edmonton-canoe.org.uk

During the school holidays I have many hours of spare time on my hands, If you want a session of paddling arranged just give me a ring. Polishing up on skills or just some fun with friends & family.

Dave.

Just one more thing, can you please acknowledge that you have received this communication.

Are you interested in playing Canoe polo indoors from October 08 to March 09. The times would be 8.30-9.15pm on Sunday evenings? At Southgate Leisure Centre, N14 6AJ

OK Guys we are still doing the regulars, see bottom of page.
Sunday 6th, day trip (£10) probably to South End on Sea, around the pier &
back from Chalk Well. Possible sea boats if I can get permission. Meet at
Cheshunt at 9am, packed lunch, plenty of drinks. See full details elsewhere.

Well the above one happened. Although all who started, got of safely, but only
just. As it happened it might have been better in fun boats. We all learnt
something?

Sunday 13th To Broxbourne paddle 6 miles meet at 1.15pm on the water for

1.30pm, back for 5pm. 1* contact Dave direct to book a place 07850190537.
Normal session fee.

Sunday 20th, Sorry forgot a prior booking to take 60 scouts on an activity day.

* * * * *

All day trips must be booked in advance with Dave on 07850190537, leave a
message if phone not answered. Trip permission form must be filled in &
brought on the day. (Downloadable from our forms page).

Are we doing something wrong? Our numbers have been down on last year.
Well the water is warm, summer is coming, come & have some fun.

If you wish to work through the awards please mention it prior to getting on the water.

* * * * *

Regular sessions
Mondays older people's session without the kids 1-3pm.
Wednesday & Thursdays evenings 6.45-9pm.
Saturdays 10 - 12 noon
Adults £5 Youth £4.
Non members Adults £8 Youth £6, for max of 3 sessions then must join.

* * * * *

From Gary Archer Dear Paddlers

I have spoken at length to the Nene Whitewater Centre to arrange a trip for
the Club, unfortunately the course is closed to public paddling on the 6th July
due to a Slalom event. we will rearrange a visit to the Nene for some time in August.