Yarra tour group training - members only
2025-02-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-15 09:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
In preparation for the Yarra paddles, Craig is running training sessions.
Everyone is welcome to attend but the event is primarily aimed at training for those going on the tour.
These sessions are particularly good for new members who want to build paddle fitness and participate in club tours.

Induction session 1 of 2 – training for new members
2025-02-08 09:00 - 12:00
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety.
Both session 1 and 2 are required.
Bookings can be made here
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=AEAFEA3AFDE827746418B3B10D061984D1821AA3
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors.

Sunday early social paddle - members only
2025-02-09 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-02-16 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-02-23 08:00 - 10:00
On the water at 8 am. Assistance offered to get on the water
Off the water at 10 am. Assistance offered to get off the water
Paddle at your own pace and turn at the 1 hour mark.
Buddy up with someone if that suits you.
Excellent training for tours.

Yarra Paddle - members only
2025-02-09 09:00 - 15:00
Sunday, 9 February, 2024, 9:00 am at ECC: Yarra River
Putting in near Herring Island (near the eastern end of Alexandra Avenue).
Total Distance: About 12 kilometres. Same put-in point as last time, but heading downstream. Participants are expected to be able to paddle at around 6 km per hour (which is not particularly fast). If you can do around 12 kilometres and move at a speed of at least 6 km per hour, then you are welcome to join in.
Contact Craig or Larry if interested.

Wednesday night paddle – members only
2025-02-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-02-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-26 18:00 - 19:30
Ready to paddle at 18:00 so allow at least 20 minutes preparation. We will paddle upstream (usually) for 45 minutes then turn around. First km or two as a group then at own speed. Buddying up is encouraged.
Please dress for weather changes. Carry warm clothes, water and snacks. Check the weather on the afternoon of the paddle to see if you will feel comfortable with the conditions.
We will paddle on the RHS of the river.
Bring a drink or snack for after the paddle.
Good training for tours.

Induction session 2 of 2 – training for new members
2025-02-15 09:00 - 12:00
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety.
Both session 1 and 2 are required.
Bookings can be made here
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=8F97113BE223E859C85827A5636685A3D4295C42
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors.

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City Lights Tour
2025-03-01 17:00 - 22:00
City Lights Tour – Saturday 1st March 5:00pm – onwards
The City Lights tour has been an annual event held over the past 30 years. It has been traditionally
held on the Yarra River through the city but in recent years due to lack of launching spots on the
Yarra we have held the tour on the Maribyrnong. This year Frank will explore two options:
Option A: Launch from the Docklands Community Boat House in Victoria Harbour, paddle into the
Yarra then upstream to Rowing Sheds, rest, and then head back downstream to Victoria Harbour.
Distance is 10kms, l will check out the site the only question will be car parking and the logistics of
transporting club boats to the launch.
Option B: Launch from club, paddle downstream to Dynon Rd Bridge, rest, then turn back towards
club. Distance is 10km. Not as spectacular as the city but we don’t need to worry about transporting
boats which mean more members can take part.

Come and Try - Session 1, Children Free, Bookings are required
2025-03-02 10:00 - 10:55
Bookings close Saturday 1st March 2025
Always wanted to give paddling a go?
Come on down and we will show you around the Club, explain the membership process and put you in a boat for a try if you wish*
If you cannot make it on the day, please contact us to make alternative arrangements with our membership officer
Register for the event here
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=5ED22D290918F254E7CE1F56888B1E3578B4E6E6
If you are booking for other people please register them separately – we need their details If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/
*** children need to be registered too

Come and Try - Session 2, Children Free, Bookings are required.
2025-03-02 11:00 - 12:00
Bookings close Saturday 1st March 2025
Always wanted to give paddling a go?
Come on down and we will show you around the Club, explain the membership process and put you in a boat for a try if you wish*
If you cannot make it on the day, please contact us to make alternative arrangements with our membership officer
Register for the event here
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=C33F26671361DC62658E164134C0D79154863F92
If you are booking for other people please register them separately – we need their details If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/
*** children need to be registered too

Induction session 1 of 2 - training for new members
2025-03-08 09:00 - 12:00
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety.
Both session 1 and 2 are required.
Bookings can be made here
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=DD849960A6FDBB7C61B4DD0B84B95623792A3EBA
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors

Sunday early social paddle – members only
2025-03-09 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-16 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-23 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-30 08:00 - 10:00

ECC to Victoria Harbour - members only
2025-03-29 08:30 - 13:30
Meet at 8:30 for a 9:00 start.
Training sessions will not be held for this event. Join in other groups or do your own.
Please bring water and snacks. It’s a 22 km round trip.
Due to the distance and the fact that we are going through the docks, this event is best aimed at relatively experienced paddlers. Please reach out if you’re interested but unsure if you are experienced enough.
Probably back around 1:30

Come and Try - Session 1, Children Free, Bookings are required
2025-04-06 10:00 - 11:00
Bookings close Saturday 5th April 2025
Always wanted to give paddling a go?
Come on down and we will show you around the Club, explain the membership process and put you in a boat for a try if you wish*
If you cannot make it on the day, please contact us to make alternative arrangements with our membership officer
Register here: https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=72B9A589BD4BE48CBBA2A6BFD4ECD5FFC5AA0CCA
If you are booking for other people please register them separately – we need their details. If you have difficulty registering all those attending, please forward all names (and ages) to essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com to ensure we have sufficient boats and instructors.
*** children need to be registered too
If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/

Come and Try - Session 2, Children Free, Bookings are required.
2025-04-06 11:00 - 12:00
Bookings close Saturday 5th April 2025
Always wanted to give paddling a go?
Come on down and we will show you around the Club, explain the membership process and put you in a boat for a try if you wish*
If you cannot make it on the day, please contact us to make alternative arrangements with our membership officer
Register
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=94154868761E42E8014F9D414F230094B262B2EB
If you are booking for other people please register them separately – we need their details. If you have difficulty registering all those attending, please forward all names (and ages) to essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com to ensure we have sufficient boats and instructors.
*** children need to be registered too ***
If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/

Induction session - 1 of 2 for new members
2025-04-12 09:00 - 12:00
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety.
Both session 1 and 2 are required and need to be booked through the link below:
Bookings can be made here:
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=2F69FCE8453F5C1DA947A18E4EFA7D8BF3AC62BA
Please register all those attending the sessions to ensure we have enough boats and trainers available. Any issues, please contact the Club on info@essendoncanoeclub.org.au.
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors.

Induction session - 2 of 2 for new members
2025-04-19 09:00 - 12:00
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety.
Both session 1 and 2 are required and need to be booked through the link below:
Bookings can be made here:
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=5826C6A0AEF6B0225536F8ACB7F2468FD048B664
Please register all those attending the sessions to ensure we have enough boats and trainers available. Any issues, please contact the Club on info@essendoncanoeclub.org.au.
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors.

ECC Working Bee
2025-05-10 08:00 - 14:00
There will be a working bee at the club on Saturday 10 May from 8am till 2pm.
Lots of jobs both small and large as well as a general clean up of the club and surrounds
A comprehensive job list will be provided on the day. Let us know if you have a specialty.i
If you can spare a couple of hours it would be appreciated, come down and join in.
Please wear enclosed footwear, BYO PPE (gloves, safety glasses and dust mask) and basic tools.
• Morning tea and Barista made coffee will be provided• Opportunity to work off your Assistance levy by helping out
If you are unable to attend and would like to help out, email David Slater (dwslater@optusnet.com.au) after the working bee and you may have the choice of any jobs that have not been completed at working bee.
Please indicate in the comments your availability or if you have a special skill that we can utilise.
General enquiries : Frank Magee 0419.009.409

Induction session – 1 of 1 for new members
2025-05-17 09:00 - 12:00
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety. Please note that this is an “extra” training session for those who have enquired about joining the Club out of our regular induction season which runs from October to April. If you have not already done so, please contact the Club at info@essendoncanoeclub.org.au before joining this session.
Bookings can be made here:
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=3D62649870E80958129666FEB8DA8D75A490AE05
Please register all those attending the sessions to ensure we have enough boats and trainers available. Any issues, please contact the Club on info@essendoncanoeclub.org.au.
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors
