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Dear all, Hi, Graham here. The main part of a coaching course I am working on is to work with some “long-term” open canoe students and run a number of coaching sessions for them.  It is likely to be a total of 6 Sundays starting in Febuary. The sessions would be based initially on the loch and progressing onto up to Grade 2 (gentle) rivers. Shoudl suit someone who is looking to add open canoeing to your existing kayaking skills, or maybe you can already canoe and want to develop your open canoeing skills further (up to perhaps 4 star level or  beyond).  If you are interested then please drop me an email at grahammswanson@gmail.com or catch me at the pool. Happy new year when it comes too! Graham...

This is an enjoyable event and a great way to get some coaching or do some 3 star or other courses at a subsidised rate .  It is highly recommended for the clubs coaches, committee members and helpers. If you woudl like to go you can book directly but also chat to sandy or Graham for more info as they have been before and can help with any questions. We will probably arrange a lift share too.         SCA Club and Volunteer Conference - 12-13 April 2014 This highlight in the calendar is a action packed weekend to support club members from across Scotland. We have workshops suitable for complete beginners, aspiring coaches, club officials and committee members. Previous events have attracted around 70 volunteers from clubs throughout Scotland. The conference takes place over the weekend of Friday 11th - Sunday 13th April 2014. Residential delegates arrive on Friday evening with bar meals are available until approx 9pm. The main conference takes place all day Saturday...

Just received by email : "Hi,Please find attached a photo of one of your members (Nathan Brodie) enjoying the views on  Sydney Harbour, During his stay Nathan has been able to go out through the Sydney heads into Open ocean and head North into Manly and Shelly beeches, He has also taken part in our club (NSW Sea kayaking club )outings as seen on this photo our Xmas party at Shark Island, Regards Bill Brodie "   Can anyone beat that? -  please login and leave a comment with a photo to compete....

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....

  Kitting Out, Glasgow's newest young canoe polo players! Gerry, Glasgow's elder canoe polo player... in charge! Top class polo referees! [vsw id="oQB8F8B6350" source="youtube" width="425" height="344" autoplay="yes"] With thanks to: West Dumbartonshire Council: "Sustainable Sport, Strong Communities" project and the 2014 Communities Big Lottery Fund for their support....

A big thanks to everyone for the beautiful bouquet which Janice dropped off today. Hope to be paddling with everyone early next year. Elizabeth Ligethy...

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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10 Club Loch Lomond Trip snaps....

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The AGM agenda and 3 proposed changes to the constitution are attached below.  Please feel free to send any apologies to info@dckc.co.uk or any comments or items you would like brought up at the meeting, or even better - come along! DCKC_AGM_Agenda_2013.doc Please remember the date: Monday 28th October at 7.30pm in the Playdrome....

Hi, For anyone keen to run or offer suggestions on possible Sea, River and canoe trips……………………Single or multi day. I am hold a meeting at my house on Thurs. 10 Oct. at 7:30 to discuss and schedule future paddles . All are very welcome. If you can’t make it but are happy to suggest , plan or help with a trip please mail me the detail. Hope to see you on the 10th. Regards Bernie...

The club AGM is going to take place on Monday 28th October at 7.30pm in the Playdrome. Hope to see regular and new members present to take part in electing the committee members and sharing in discussions about our club’s business....

Link to notes from a gathering of like minded souls - including pool program thoughts and general coaching chat. Notes from DCKC Coaches Meeting in a Pub 20th Sept 2013    ...