Essendon Canoe Club

Saturday morning paddle - members only
2025-07-26 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-19 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-12 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-05 09:30 - 11:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
These paddles will still run on most Saturdays until Craig is back from other duties.
Please arrive at 9:00 for boat selection and fitting if you need help.
On the water, departing at 9:30.
If you are new and/or interested in tours these sessions are good practice.
Check the Saturday WhatsApp group to see who is attending.

Wednesday night paddle – members only
2025-07-23 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-07-16 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-07-09 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-18 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-11 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-04 17:00 - 18:30
Ready to paddle at 17:00 so allow at least 20 minutes preparation. We will paddle for 45 minutes then turn around. First km or two as a group then at own speed. Buddying up is encouraged.
A white light is needed front and back. Most members tape bike lights to the deck.
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.

Saturday morning paddle – members only
2025-07-21 08:00 - 17:00

Sunday early social paddle – members only
2025-07-20 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-13 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-06 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-29 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-30 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-23 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-16 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.

Wednesday night paddle – members only
2025-07-02 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-25 17:00 - 18:30
Ready to paddle at 17:00 so allow at least 20 minutes preparation. We will paddle for 45 minutes then turn around. First km or two as a group then at own speed. Buddying up is encouraged.
A white light is needed front and back. Most members tape bike lights to the deck.
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.

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PV Marathon Singles race
2025-06-15 08:00 - 17:00
Just a reminder that ECC is hosting a PV Marathon Race Sunday 15th June. Good opportunity for those new budding ECC TK paddlers to have a go.
We will need some helpers on the day – list will be posted soon.
We are expecting around 200 people to attend the race.
Come down and see what Marathon Racing is about, spectators welcome.
Canteen and cafe open.

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

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 - 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.

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.

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/

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/

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

Wednesday night paddle – members only
2025-03-26 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-19 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.
