BYOB Kayaking Glenmore Reservoir - Note New Time - Wed, Jul 15 2020

BYOB Kayaking Glenmore Reservoir - Note New Time (7/15/2020)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:
Event Type:Water - Flat
Event Location:Glenmore Reservoir - Heritage Park Boat Ramp
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Jul 15 2020  5:30 PM
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Jul 15 2020 3:30:00 PM
Event Duration:2 hrs + social time
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Ben Cheong
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
Maximum No. Guests:4
Minimum Group Size:2
Maximum No. Guests Per Member:2
Number Registered So Far: 7 (Log in to see who's signed up.)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Have you travelled in the last 14 days? Are you showing any symptoms, been in contact with a confirmed case, or been tested positive at all? Have you read and understood the current restrictions that are club policy during the COVID-19 situation?

Please answer these questions in the comments or medical section during the sign up process, in addition to signing the waiver. Your coordinator has been instructed to remove you from the event if you do not answer or comply with these questions. Failure to follow the guidelines could result in you being evicted from the event even after it has commenced. Your co ordinator has this discretion and you could be reported to the club if you create problems. The COC is attempting to keep all members safe and asks for your respect during these difficult times. If you do not wish to follow these temporary restrictions you should not sign up but are welcome to continue after the restrictions have been removed.


SUBJECT TO THE RESERVOIR BEING OPEN. WEATHER & WATER CONDITIONS PERMITTING

Bring Your Own Boat (BYOB)

Spend a lovely evening on the water exploring the Glenmore Reservoir. Visit the shoreline or head to the Weaselhead area to observe wildlife. Generally have a nice evening out. We'll have the boats on the water at 6pm and be off the water by 8pm. Beginners are welcome. There is no formal lesson, but will be assisted and accompanied until comfortable. We might have a apres social after the event TBC. I am usually wearing a red cap.

Distance: Approx 8km round trip.

NOTE: Participants are expected to attend a mandatory pre-float briefing prior to being on the reservoir.

NO JEANS or DENIM CLOTHING


Required Items to Bring:
Mandatory items:
- Kayak, paddle, PFD
- whistle, throw bag with tow rope, bailer
- spare change of clothes
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:From 14 ST SW, (south of Glenmore Trail) turn west into Heritage Drive SW towards Heritage Park. Do not go into the first carpark you see. The boat landing/dock area is right next to the main entrance of the park. You'll see a lot of sailing boats parked around there. We'll be gathering around the picnic tables where the boats will be. DON'T go to the Sailing Club, or the Canoe Club.


Notes:
Considerations:
Flat water kayaking

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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Cost & Payment:
Voluntary Donations:Although there is no cost for this event, please note that the club survives on voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation based on the value you feel you receive from the club. See our How You Can Help page for more information.
Cost Includes:$3 suggested donation

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: