Essendon Canoe Club

Sunday early social paddle – members only
2025-07-06 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-13 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-20 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-27 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-08-03 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-08-10 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-08-17 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-08-24 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Melbourne) and 2 more dates
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
2025-07-09 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-07-16 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-07-23 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-07-30 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-08-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-08-13 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-08-27 17:30 - 19:00
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
2025-07-12 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-19 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-26 09:30 - 11:00
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.

Saturday morning paddle – members only
2025-07-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-09 09:00 - 11:00

Saturday morning paddle – members only
2025-08-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-30 09:00 - 11:00
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
2025-09-03 18:00 - 19:30
Ready to paddle at 18:00 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 – club members only
2025-09-06 08:30 - 10:30
These regular sessions are run by a dedicated band of members who try to convene at least every second Saturday from around 8.30. These are particularly useful for new members, as you are introduced to touring and racing kayaks and aim to improve skills and distance. They are also aimed at training for tours.
Further details are likely to be provided closer to the date, depending on weather and leader cinrumstances.
The WhatsApp Saturday paddle group is a good source of updated information.
Leader – Dee

Come and Try – Session 1, Children Free, Bookings are required
2025-09-07 10:00 - 11:00
Bookings close Saturday 6th September 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=F5809DD5825B7DF85258EFF3863185724BAB92EB
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.
*** although entry for children is free, they need to be registered too ***
If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/
