Author: Bill Davis

Hi folks , Elizabeth and I have looked again at weather forecast for Saturday’s trip and looks too windy. Forecast is for 20 + miles an hour wind with gusts of 40-50. Doesn’t look much better for Sunday. So we have decided to cancel the trip.Sorry, am disappointed too. but another time…. Janice...

DCKC Clydebank Post Article Sorry about the Secretary and Chairman I had said to the reporter past Secretary and Chairman. Bill...

I’ve just been at a meeting for the Glasgow Sound to Sea Festival 2014 - Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd of August. This looks like a great event to be involved in, some top musical performers, 150 performing artists:- Rock, folk, traditional, techno, classical, opera and choral, many performed from stages on boats in the Clyde. They still require more kayakers (Sea and River) to get involved. Great opportunity to show-off our sport/club. To participate you must be over 18; must have a kayak; must be available/commit for all rehearsals and performances. Rehearsals and performances dates and times:- 29/07 18.00 – 20.00 30/07 18.00 – 20.00 and 21.30 – 23.30 31/07 17.30 – 20.00 and 21.30 – 23.30 01/08 13.30 – 16.00 and 21.00 – 24.00 02/08 21.30 - -24.00 Sound to Sea Cultural Programme, Festival 2014. “Sound to Sea” is a free-ticketed (now booked out) event that will take place on the evenings of Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd of August. http://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/special-events/sound-to-sea-event.html If available and interested please contact:- Kirsty...

Sea Kayak Equipment Lists reminder Here’s a download for a possible equipment check-list for a day trip (or a starting point for longer). Things in the second half could be added over time… Checklist-Sea-Kayak-Trip-Kit-List-Oct-2013 (PDF) Checklist-Sea-Kayak-Trip-Kit-List-Oct-2013 (WORD DOCUMENT) Check List:-Sea Kayak Trip Kit List Suggested Personal Kit Drinking Water, bottles and/or bag. Hot Drink (Flask). Lunch/ snack bars/sweets. Dry bag with change of clothes, towel, footwear. Dry bag for Keys/phone. Waterproof Jacket/Cag top, dry trousers or Wet/ Dry suit. Non slip/ water -sure footwear – Boots/booties, crocks-old trainers. Hats/heard cover: One wind/waterproof and one sun-proof. Gloves & Pogies. Camera (waterproof). Watch (waterproof). Midge net. Sun-cream. Rubbish bag. Wipes & tissues. Spare Dry bags. Cash £20 + £5 in change. Large- strong-waterproof carry bags. Suggested Safety kit (develop your own over time!) Spray deck. Buoyancy Aid. Strobe light. Tow rope. Flares & light-sticks, whistle, compass, Maps & map case. VHF radio. PLB (Personal Location Beacon.) Paddle Float. Repair Kit. Knife. Whistle. Split spare paddles. Hand pump. Head-torch + spare batteries. First aid kit. Small tool kit & Cable ties. Emergency shelter. Paddle leash. http://dckc.co.uk/?s=sea+kayak+equipment+list...

Make, Mend & Paint weekend Day one 29th March: – under the guidance off Misha & Iain Mc:-Roddy, Elizabeth & Andy Jill & Mark and Jo tackled the renovation of the outdoor container. Grinding off rust; welding holes in the roof and sides; rust prevention treatment; painting repaired areas; reworking canoe, sea kayak, river kayak and paddle, raking. By the end of the day we all looked like Victorian children sent up chimneys! Misha Somerville wrote:- Excellent effort by all today at the container! We have Mark, Gillian, Bill, Andy, Elizabeth, Roddy, Iain, Jo and Julia (moral support) to thank for the improvements. As well as the sea cadets for keeping their place open all day so we could get power for the tasks in hand. Some more tmrw from 10am- any extra hands welcome. Topic Link: http://dckc.co.uk/forums/topic/making-mending-and-painting/...

This is the amended trip which was scheduled in calendar for the 18th. After some discussion we are now planning to go to Loch Eck, which has been proposed on previous trips but never happened due to bad weather. This is an ‘A’ trip so all experience levels welcome. Meet at container on Miller St at 9.00am. Anyone needing kit can you go 10min earlier please? Please phone Colin on 07748966873 on Friday any time after 7.30pm to confirm trip is still on. Alt contacts:- Bill Davis-07831789215; Bernie Tollan-07753924457...

The weather forecast is not looking good. If this forecast continues Janice has suggested a plan B. 12 Noon Sunday 22 December 2013, meet at Gartocharn OS: NS 43000 86000. Go for a walk up Duncryne Hill 140M. Wear boots /walking shoes and warm waterproofs. After the walk we return to Janice’s house for a BYO get-together afternoon. Will you please text Janice or Bill if you plan to come along....

DCKC Member Peter Baker peter.maureen@me.com along with other experienced sea kayaking trip leaders has compiled a 2013/14 trip list. Please contact them directly for more information. https://www.facebook.com/groups/149487588591944/ 13-11 Scottish Sea Kayaking E-Group - Trips Calendar 2013-14...

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WOW! What a DAY. 2013 DCKC Loch Lomond, Balloch Park Paddle Festival. Sooo many SUPERSTARS: Shona and the Paddle Festival committee: Tony, Bernie, Ron ++ 5* All the Coaches 5* All the club members and their family support teams 5* Gillian Park Ranger and her team 5* The Weather ...