Aberdeen Kayak Club

:: Alva Slalom Div 3 & 4 Sat 18th Sept

Author: Seedy Paddler
Subject: Alva Slalom Div 3 & 4 Sat 18th Sept
Posted: Tue Sep 07, 2010 4:57 pm (GMT 0)
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Competition starts at 12.
Free practise in morning, with full runs only from 11am.
Entries accepted until 11:30am on the day, advance entries appreciated

Running Order
Div 3 K1W; K1M; C1W; C1M
Div 4 K1W; K1M; C1W; C1M
C2s to be fitted as available.

Following the interest and results from Alva in June just checking if theree will be any interest in this as the Douglas clan plan a family day trip and we would be willing to hook up with any other AKC paddlers down there and assist with rules and organisation etc.

:: AKC AGM - 09/11/2010

Author: admin
Subject: AKC AGM - 09/11/2010
Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 9:22 pm (GMT 0)
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AKC AGM.

The club annual general meeting will be held on Tuesday 9th November at 7.30 in the Belmont Club, Hardgate. This is the same venue that we used last year.

This is a chance for everyone to have a say on how the club is run and elect the new committee.

:: SCA Canoe Polo - Season 2010-2011

Author: Seedy Paddler
Subject: SCA Canoe Polo - Season 2010-2011
Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 11:33 am (GMT 0)
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Received the request for Entries for SCA Canoe Polo Season 2010/11.

As in past seasons AKC would be in Division 3, games played in Glenrothes swimming pool, between 4:30-9:00pm � allow +/- 2 hours for travel.

Outline tournament dates are:
28th November 2010
9th January 2011
20th February 2011

From previous seasons liable to be play at 2 from 3 dates.

Players (any age/sex/etc.) should be SCA Members and pool fees will be circa �15/tournament (TBC � subject to number tournaments/players etc).

We need 5 players to make up a team, happy to take a squad of 6-7 players so encourage participation. AKC has polo boats, buoyancy aids, helmets, polo paddles � you only need to bring a T-shirt/rash vest and swimming stuff.

Entry to be confirmed by 17th Sept or we get hit with late entry fees � so the cost will go up!

Please sign up to confirm interest and verify that we have the basis of a viable team.

:: Tiso - Club Discount Evening

Author: Seedy Paddler
Subject: Tiso - Club Discount Evening
Posted: Tue Aug 31, 2010 12:53 pm (GMT 0)
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Please note we have been advised of the following event:

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Hi,

Autumn is nearly upon us and so it is almost time for our next Club Discount Night. See the attached flyer for the evening on Tuesday 7th September. Please note slightly amended times.

We are starting to receive our Autumn/Winter lines already and we have a good range of Summit Savers at fantastic prices so you don't need to wait until September to grab a bargain.

See you soon,

Richard

Richard Openshaw
Shop Manager
Tiso Aberdeen

Graham Tiso Ltd
26 Netherkirkgate
Aberdeen, UK
AB10 1AU

t +44 1224 634 934
f +44 1224 631 789

www.tiso.com<http://www.tiso.com>

Shop will be open from 5:30pm to 8:00pm Tuesday 7th September, up to 20% discount on selected ranges.

Please let the shop know that you heard about the event from Aberdeen Kayak Club.

:: Grammar School Pool Session

Author: admin
Subject: Grammar School Pool Session
Posted: Fri Aug 20, 2010 9:17 pm (GMT 0)
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A weekly pool session is normally held from August to May at Aberdeen Grammar School (during term time, check our Club Calender for more details) on Friday evenings between 7:45pm and 10pm. The charge is �2.00 for members and �3.50 for �Taster sessions� (up to 4 then membership expected). Club equipment is provided. A warmer medium in which to learn to roll and gain confidence in a canoe.

Please enter the Grammer School via the main entrance on Skene Street and you may park within the school ground in the car park on the left of the entrance. Once inside the grounds go round the building to the left and you will find the pool which is located in an outer building.

To see a map of the meeting place click here.

:: Club Pictures

Author: Lyle Smith
Subject: Club Pictures
Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 9:31 pm (GMT 0)
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I have finally done something to allow us to share pictures from club trips.

have setup a club Flickr account and you can find the pictures here.

If you want to send me picsfrom club trips I can upload them.

Lyle

:: SCA Consultation with Paddlers

Author: Lyle Smith
Subject: SCA Consultation with Paddlers
Posted: Tue Jun 08, 2010 6:55 pm (GMT 0)
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All

The SCA has launched a consultation with paddlers, this is a great opportunity for all of us to let the SCA know our feelings on the service provided now and what we would like to see in the future.

This is for all Scottish based paddlers not just SCA members.

To find the information about it and the survey go here.

Craig is part of the sub-committee but it is still important for all of us to get involved.

Lyle

:: Scottish Canoe Polo Championships

Author: Seedy Paddler
Subject: Scottish Canoe Polo Championships
Posted: Mon Apr 26, 2010 12:52 pm (GMT 0)
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Ladies & Gents

Feeling flush following your performances in Div 3 - are there any takers to organise and lead an AKC team to the Scottish Championships at Falkirk Wheel on 5-6th June?

Entries are due by 3rd May (i.e. a week today!)

Unfortunately I won't be able to get away that weekend as Fiona is on Beaver sleepover mode.

Also clashes with Abbey Rapids Div 1/2 slalom.

Volunteers to provide an orderly line requesting how to find entry forms (http://www.canoescotland.com/Default.aspx?tabid=69)

:: Committee Meeting - 30/08/10

Author: admin
Subject: Committee Meeting - 30/08/10
Posted: Mon Apr 26, 2010 12:01 am (GMT 0)
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This is a committee meeting for committee members to be held at Liz Bostock's house at 7.30pm.

If you would like anything raised for discussion at the committee meeting please inform Robert Brown or any other committee member.

:: River Trip - Tay - 12/09/10

Author: admin
Subject: River Trip - Tay - 12/09/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:59 pm (GMT 0)
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River Trip � Tay, section to be decided and is being organised by Craig Dougas, please get in touch with Craig if you plan to paddle.

This is a level A paddle.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: Coastal Hop - Stonehaven - 22/08/10

Author: admin
Subject: Coastal Hop - Stonehaven - 22/08/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:58 pm (GMT 0)
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Coastal Hop - Stonehaven.

This is AKC's annual sea trip from Stonehaven for when the water levels are low, this is a level A paddle. This is being organised by Liz Bostock, please get in touch with Liz if you plan to surf. This is suitable for all paddlers.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: River Trip - North Esk - 01/08/10

Author: admin
Subject: River Trip - North Esk - 01/08/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:56 pm (GMT 0)
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River Trip - North Esk.

The plan is as follows:

Meet at Seaton Park for kit (if required) 9.00
Meet at Gannochy Bridge 10.30
Back in Aberdeen around 16:00

The North Esk is a committing river and is currently running at a low level however the forecast is for some rain between now and then. Therefore this trip is for people with good river experience and a white water roll

If you want to paddle, please let Lyle know (mail at LyleSmith co uk or Oh797four 43one153) so you can be kept up to date with any changes.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: Surf Trip - Sandend - 18/07/10

Author: admin
Subject: Surf Trip - Sandend - 18/07/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:54 pm (GMT 0)
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Surf Trip - Sandend.

This is AKC's annual surf trip to Sandend for when the water levels are low, this is a level A paddle. This is being organised by Liz Bostock, please get in touch with Liz if you plan to surf. This is suitable for all paddlers.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: River Trip - Tummel - 04/07/10 - Rescheduled

Author: admin
Subject: River Trip - Tummel - 04/07/10 - Rescheduled
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:53 pm (GMT 0)
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River Trip � Tummel, this is being organised by Lyle Smith, please get in touch with Lyle if you plan to paddle.

This is a level B paddle.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: River Trip - Beginners - 27/06/10 - Rescheduled

Author: admin
Subject: River Trip - Beginners - 27/06/10 - Rescheduled
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:52 pm (GMT 0)
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River Trip - Beginners.

This is a level A paddle, this is being organised by Chris Harmer, please get in touch with Chris if you plan to paddle.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: River Trip & Summer BBQ � River Dee - 30/05/10

Author: admin
Subject: River Trip & Summer BBQ � River Dee - 30/05/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:51 pm (GMT 0)
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River Trip and BBQ � River Dee, this is being organised by Robert Brown, please get in touch with Robert if you plan to paddle.

This is a level A paddle.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: Set Up for Seaton Park Slalom 07/05/10

Author: admin
Subject: Set Up for Seaton Park Slalom 07/05/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:49 pm (GMT 0)
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Start course building. If available meet Seaton Park 9.30 a.m. (Provisional - 2-3 volunteers please).

Craig is organising, please let Craig know if you are planning to help out.

:: Work Party at Seaton Park 02/05/10

Author: admin
Subject: Work Party at Seaton Park 02/05/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:47 pm (GMT 0)
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Meet at Seaton Park circa 9:30am, number of work parties to repair bottom platform, clear back undergrowth, remove logs from river and general site maintenance. Anyone with chainsaw and tree-felling experience welcome as there a few trees that are creating a hazard.

Craig is organising, please let Craig know if you are planning to help out.

:: River Trip - Beginners - 01/05/10

Author: admin
Subject: River Trip - Beginners - 01/05/10
Posted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:45 pm (GMT 0)
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River Trip - Beginners.

This is a level A paddle, this is being organised by Liz Bostock, please get in touch with Liz if you plan to paddle.

Class
A
Open to all, including new paddlers

B
Suitable for those who have undertaken some pool sessions and paddled outdoors previously

C
Suitable for those with some experience on the River, with initial development support strokes and Eskimo roll.

:: Seaton Park Slalom 8-9 May

Author: Seedy Paddler
Subject: Seaton Park Slalom 8-9 May
Posted: Thu Apr 22, 2010 6:31 pm (GMT 0)
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SEATON PARK SLALOM � 8th & 9th May 2010

HOW TO ENTER
Entries will be accepted at Event Control up to 12noon on Saturday and 11.00am on Sunday , however we would prefer advance notice to assist in planning and setting a start list. If you are not a member of the SCA, BCU or WCA you can subscribe to a �Temporary Membership� to cover insurance. Membership of one of these organisation is a requirement for entry to the ranking event.

For more information and a programme for the event please contact:-
Craig Douglas, 43 Binghill Crescent, Milltimber, Aberdeen AB13 0HP
Tel: (01224) 735523 (eve) Email : abzkayak@aol.com

FORMAT
Seaton Park Slalom is open to all paddlers, whether they are entirely new to slalom or already in the BCU ranking system. Experienced paddlers have a handicap applied to their result. For less experienced paddlers the event is approved as a BCU division 3/4 double ranking competition and results for all paddlers who qualify for divisional status will be reported separately and used to determine those eligible for promotion points.

PROGRAMME
SATURDAY :
10am � 12.00pm River course open for use - Practice (coaching on request)
12.00pm � 2.30pm First Runs (Div 4; Div 3; Fun & H�cap)
2.30pm � 5.00pm Second Runs (Div 4; Div 3; Fun & H�cap)
5.00pm �ish Prize giving
SUNDAY:
9.30am-11.30am River course open for use - Practice
11.30am� 2.00pm First Runs (Div 3; Div 4; Fun & H�cap)
2.00pm � 4.30pm Second Runs (Div 3; Div 4; Fun & H�cap)
4.30pm �ish Prize giving

ACCOMMODATION
As Seaton Park is a public park there are no camping facilities on-site.
� The nearest camping/caravan site is at Maryculter, approximately 5 miles west of Aberdeen. (tel 01224 733860 or see www.lowerdeesideholidaypark.com).
� There is a SYHA hostel in the centre of Aberdeen (tel 01224 646988).
� Aberdeen Tourist Board can be contacted on 01224 522000.

CONTROL
Control will be situated in the Kayak Club containers and will be open from 9am on both days.

OFFICIALS
Experienced paddlers who volunteer to act as official to support the event will be rewarded with a free entry in the Handicap Event

Directions : see http://www.canoeslalom.co.uk/courses/Seaton_Park.htm