If you’re looking for new places to paddle, and like minded people to paddle with this autumn then we’ve got the answer… Head down to your local AquaPaddle.
AquaPaddle events are similar to Parkrun. They’re a free timed 5km challenge on local waterways around the country and provide the opportunity for kayakers, canoeists and stand up paddle boarders to get together on the water to have fun, enjoy nature, and improve skills, fitness and wellbeing.
Taking place on weekends, these social paddles are suitable for all craft and abilities. There are 40 locations across the UK and here at Paddle UK we’re proud to be helping support the development of even more locations.
We’re really excited to share that affiliated club Stratford-upon-Avon Kayaks has joined the AquaPaddle family.
In support of AquaPaddle, Paddle UK is committed to providing essential safety equipment and crew kits. Gregory van Heerden, Paddle UK’s Recreational Programmes Lead, recently delivered waterproof radios and AquaPaddle flags to Ed Smart, Captain of AquaPaddle Stratford-upon-Avon, at Paddle UK’s head office in Nottingham, ahead of their inaugural event that took place at the end of August.
The first Stratford-upon-Avon event was a resounding success, with a strong turnout.
Ed Smart expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “This has been a wonderful opportunity to bring together the paddlesport community in Stratford-upon-Avon while supporting the charitable work of AquaPaddle.”
He added, “I encourage everyone who can, to get involved. A massive thank you to our crew from Stratford On Avon Kayaks (SOAK) and SUP Stratford for making this possible.”
Visit the AquaPaddle website to find out how to join the next Stratford-upon-Avon event.
Get into the spooky season at the Alderford Lake Halloween AquaPaddle
If you’re looking for a paddling related Halloween activity then check out the Alderford Lake Halloween AquaPaddle taking place on Sunday 27 October. Fancy dress is encouraged, so get your witches hats at the ready and make sure to incorporate your buoyancy aid into your costume.
Check out all the AquaPaddle locations around the country to find one near you.