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24Apr 2017 by Michael Quinn

Ivel Trip Report

15 of us had a fantastic day on this river. Well actually Spelthorne Canoe Club asked if they could join us, so there were 7 of them and 8 from Nomads. We had a sunny day and some people got sunburned at the end of the day . We caught the water levels perfectly allowing us to have a lot of fun. We got on the water for 11am and finished at 3:30pm taking in a 1/2 hour lunch break. There will be another trip to the Ivel suitable for confident 1* paddlers on the 12th of November.

21Jun 2016 by Michael Quinn

Symond’s Yat trip report

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High water levels at Symonds Yat last weekend, which meant that the rapids were slightly washed out and the water was a murky brown colour. Thanks to Steve S, Pav, Martin, Peter, Steve G and Ben for coming, with a guest appearance by Beth James. The weather held out and stayed dry. In the morning we introduced Steve G and Ben to moving water and after a few hours we stopped for lunch, as we'd had a few swims. CREAM TEAS all-round. After lunch we pushed Steve G and Ben a little harder. Well done Ben for nailing your first whitewater roll, it worked when you needed it and well done to Steve G for not giving up and getting back in your boat time after time after time. Good…

11Apr 2016 by Michael Quinn No Comments

Trip calendar

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Trips for 2016 Sunday 17th April - Thames, Boulters Lock to Cliveden reach Peter Scott will lead a round trip of 5-6 miles taking about 3 hours (plus lunch stop) on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames. Suitable for 1*+ paddlers comfortable with paddling for that long with half of it being upstream. Contact Peter directly if you want to go - his contact details are in the email about this trip and on the sign-up sheet in the clubhouse. Meet: 10am at Boulters Lock car park, SL6 8JN, Lower Cookham Road near Maidenhead. Bring a packed lunch. Sunday 15th May - Thames and St Patrick's stream, Wargrave Matt will lead a round trip of 4-5 miles taking about 3 hours (plus lunch stop) on the Thames…

24Nov 2015 by Michael Quinn No Comments

Winter trips news

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Abbey Stream - Sunday 13th December 2015 A 5 mile circular paddle up the Thames and down a narrow side stream from Laleham near Staines. 3 hours plus lunch stop. There is a full trip description here. Suitable for strong 1* plus paddlers only, as there are a couple of miles against the Thames and there will probably be weeds to battle through in places in the Abbey Stream. Meet: 10am on Sunday 13th at Laleham Ferry Lane second car park (past the campsite; nearest postcode is TW18 1SS). Wear warm clothes appropriate to December paddling and bring a packed lunch and a hot drink. Equipment: Club boats and equipment can be hired for £5 per day paddled and will need to be collected prior to departure by arrangement with…

27May 2015 by Michael Quinn No Comments

Trips in June

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14 June 2015 - Thames and St. Patrick's stream A gentle 5 mile circular paddle up the Thames from Wargrave, lock portage, riverside picnic and return down a beautiful side stream with Matt. 3-4 hours. Currently it looks like there will be no coach on this trip, so for paddlers capable of looking after themselves on grade 1 moving water. Meet at 10.30am at the lay by by the green on the right after Val Wyatt marine just before entering Wargrave on the road from Henley and bring a picnic. See the trip map on Paddlepoints for St Patrick's Stream and the Hennerton Backwater, except we won't be paddling the Hennerton Backwater. For more information please contact Matt. 20-21 June 2015 - Upper and Lower Tryweryn Trip If you are…

15May 2015 by Michael Quinn No Comments

Middle Wye Trip Report

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On the last weekend in February, braving the low temperatures, three members and an ex-member of Nomads set off to mid Wales to run the middle section of the Wye from Builth Wells down to Glasbury, including the infamous 'Hell Hole' rapid at Erwood. Arriving late friday afternoon we went straight to the Hell Hole to inspect river conditions, before checking into the luxury River Cafe B&B at Glasbury, which was also our get out. The river level was just about perfect (an inch over the bases of the bridge piers at Glasbury) high enough to make the Hell Hole a grade 3 rapid and cover the slabs the whole width of the river, but not spate levels, which make a dangerous river wide stopper. Satisfied with the prospects for…

14Aug 2014 by Webmaster No Comments

Alps Trip 2015

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Hi All As you probably know the club have reserved a French Alps trip with Fluid Skills from 11th July - 18th July 2015. In order to ensure that we do not loose our places we need to put down a 10% deposit (£65 each). So far preference will be given to the following who have put their names down already. I will be sending out account details and booking forms over the weekend; if anyone else wants to join us, please speak to me at the club or drop me an email. Thanks Arthur trips@nomadkayakclub.co.uk

29Jul 2014 by Webmaster No Comments

Upcoming Events and Courses

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Hi All The second half of the year promises to be quite busy with a number of trips and courses in the pipeline. The following are some of the "bigger" items in the calendar, but are by no means the only activities going on. We have many active members paddling throughout the year, so if anyone wants to get more involved or if you do not see a trip that is suitable, please just ask at the club. Trip specific details i.e. travel arrangements, accommodation etc. will generally be sent out 7-10 days before the event. All events will be in the events section of the Recreational Facebook page. 9/10 August 2014 - Dee / Tryweryn Trip Trip to the Dee (Saturday) and the Tryweryn (Sunday) with Nick. The trip…

27Feb 2014 by Webmaster No Comments

River Ivel Trip 08/03/14

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Meet: Meet at the put in at 9.30am on Saturday. Finish: At the take out at about 3pm on Saturday. Level: The Ivel is a great river for both novice and more experienced paddlers alike. It is essentially a flat paddle on a slow moving river, but there are three or four weirs which can be challenging or easy dependent on river levels. All weirs can easily be run or, if necessary, portaged. You will need to be able to paddle for at least three hours at an easy pace; white water experience is NOT required. Equipment: Please remember that we are still into winter and you need to bring appropriate clothing, tracksuits and highly absorbent wind-breakers are NOT suitable attire. Ideally you should be wearing a wetsuit or cag with…

26Feb 2014 by Webmaster No Comments

Recreational Kayaking Update

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Forthcoming Trips We have two trips coming up in partnership with the Spelthorne Kayak & Canoe Club: Saturday, 8 March 2014 - Ivel Trip, meet at 09:30 at the put in This is open to all who can paddle 3-4 hours and would like an introduction to shooting small weirs or practice some moving water skills in a faster flowing environment. Details will be sent out by this weekend, however, please remember the following: Dress appropriately, it can get cold on the water after several hours Helmets are required Bring lunch, warm drinks and snacks Boats and equipment must be arranged through the equipment officer or at the Sunday club session Friday, 25 - 27 April 2014 - Symonds Yat Trip Open to all 2 star and above, we will…

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