Essendon Canoe Club

Induction session 2 of 2
2023-12-16 09:00 - 12:00 UTC
New members will be taught basic skills and safety procedures so they can paddle independently or in groups.
Please don’t use the Rogues and boats 1, 2 and 8 until you check with the instructor in charge.

Sunday early social paddle - members only
2023-12-17 08:00 - 10:00 UTC, 2024-04-21 08:00 - 10:00 UTC, 2024-04-28 08:00 - 10:00 UTC, 2024-09-01 08:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
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

Slow club paddle
2023-12-17 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
Slow club paddle, aimed at beginners but all welcome. 30 minutes or so. Stroke correction and tips offered.
10:00 am on the water, paddling as a group.
Allow plenty of time to fit your boat, change and get all your gear.

Come n Try Day - session 1
2024-01-07 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
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 through the ECC calendar at https://essendon.paddle.org.au/calendar/If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/
*** children need to be registered too
The number of people in the group who will paddle depends on the number of instructors on the day. This could mean that some registered people will not paddle – we will take people on a first registered first in basis. Consider wearing a mask when inside.
At this stage we have allocated 10 places per session but
this is dependent on the number of instructors available on the day (we are all volunteers)
if we have only 1 instructor the session will be a tour through the club and some basic instruction on the land
if we have 2 instructors we will have one teaching on the land and one of the water with 6 only
this will mean that the first 6 registered people will get to paddle; the others will be on land only
if we have 3 instructors we will have one teaching on the land and two on the water with 10 people
we have to work to strict ratios and we hope you will understand this.
the first 10 registered people will go on the water; any more than this will be on a waiting list
For more information:
Contact essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com
*please bring a change of clothes and old sneakers or beachcombers if paddling – you may end up wet and cold and we have great change rooms and hot showers if you need! Wear synthetic or woollen clothing. No cotton – if wet it stays cold.

Come n Try Day - session 2
2024-01-07 11:00 - 12:00 UTC

Club paddle on the Yarra
2024-02-17 11:00 - 16:00 UTC
18km return paddle. Starting at Studley park up to the confluence of Darebin Creek, return

City Lights Tour
2024-03-02 17:30 - 21:30 UTC
Club paddle, with a BBQ before the event and then off to see the city lights

Come n Try
2024-03-03 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
This is open to the public and offers prospective members a tour of the club and a chance to paddle on the water near the club.

Induction class 1 for new members
2024-03-09 09:00 - 12:00 UTC
A three hour session that runs new members through the operations of the club and teaches basic paddling skills and water safety.

Wednesday Social paddle
2024-03-13 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Ready to paddle at 6:00 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.
Please dress for weather changes. Carry warm clothes, water and snacks.
Check the weather on the afternoon of the paddle to make sure you feel comfortable with the forecast conditions.

Director on Duty - Gary
2024-03-14 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
assist with taking boats to the water
offer advice
speak to members of the public

Induction session 2 for new members
2024-03-16 09:00 - 12:00 UTC
The second three hour session that consolidates basic paddling skills and introduces more advanced skills and rescues.

Sunday paddle
2024-03-17 08:00 - 10:00 UTC

Wednesday Social paddle and Pizza
2024-03-20 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Ready to paddle at 6:00 so allow at least 20 minutes preparation.
We will paddle upstream (usually) for 30 minutes then turn around. First km or two as a group then at own speed.
Please dress for weather changes. Carry warm clothes, water and snacks.
Check the weather on the afternoon of the paddle to make sure you feel comfortable with the forecast conditions.
Pizza $10 Pizzas dependent on the numbers.

Wednesday social paddle
2024-03-27 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Ready to paddle at 6:00 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.
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

Social paddle
2024-04-17 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Be on the water at 6 pm.
You will need a white light front and back.
We will be paddling in the dark so you must be comfortable with this.
Bring water, snacks and appropriate clothing (particularly if you think you will get wet).
Paddle for 45 minutes then turn back.
Usual routine – paddle together for the first km then at speed groups.

Induction session two
2024-04-20 09:00 - 12:00 UTC
New members will complete their induction to the club.
Please consult with the instructor before using the Rogues and boats 1, 2 8

Club social night paddle
2024-04-24 18:00 - 19:30 UTC

Club working bee
2024-05-25 09:00 - 14:00 UTC
Come along and contribute to the club and work off your helper levy.
Morning tea will be provided. More details will be provided closer to the date

PV Marathon at ECC
2024-06-16 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
more details to come closer to the event

Come n Try Day - Session 1 - 10am
2024-09-01 10:00 - 10:55 (Australia/Melbourne)
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*

Register for the event through the ECC calendar at:

Session 1: https://essendon.paddle.org.au/calendar

If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/

*** children need to be registered too
Cost $10, children free
The number of people in the group who will paddle depends on the number of instructors on the day. This could mean that some registered people will not paddle – we will take people on a first registered first in basis. Consider wearing a mask when inside.
We have to work to strict ratios and we hope you will understand this.
the first 10 registered people will go on the water; any more than this will be on a waiting list
For more information:
Contact essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com
*please bring a change of clothes and old sneakers or beachcombers if paddling – you may end up wet and cold and we have great change rooms and hot showers if you need! Wear synthetic or woollen clothing. No cotton – if wet it stays cold.

Come and Try Day - Session 2 - 11am
2024-09-01 11:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
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*

Register for the event through the ECC calendar at:

Session 2: https://essendon.paddle.org.au/calendar

If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/

*** children need to be registered too
Cost $10, children free
The number of people in the group who will paddle depends on the number of instructors on the day. This could mean that some registered people will not paddle – we will take people on a first registered first in basis. Consider wearing a mask when inside.
We have to work to strict ratios and we hope you will understand this.
the first 10 registered people will go on the water; any more than this will be on a waiting list
For more information:
Contact essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com
*please bring a change of clothes and old sneakers or beachcombers if paddling – you may end up wet and cold and we have great change rooms and hot showers if you need! Wear synthetic or woollen clothing. No cotton – if wet it stays cold.

Wednesday twilight paddle - members only
2024-09-04 17:00 - 18:30 (Australia/Melbourne)
Ready to paddle at 17:00 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.
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.
You will need a white light, front and back, or some other arrangement so that you are visible for 360 degrees.
We set off in the light but will paddle the last part in the dark.
We will paddle on the RHS of the river.

Induction session 1 of 2 - training for new members
2024-09-07 09:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
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.

Induction session 2 of 2 - training for new members
2024-09-14 09:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne)

Come n Try Day - session 1
2024-10-06 10:00 - 10:55 (Australia/Melbourne)
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*

Register for the event here https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/Workbench/i/r/EventsAndBookings/details/322343CD0C1D63CF76B91C982210751C60889FBF
If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/
*** children need to be registered too
Cost $10, children free
The number of people in the group who will paddle depends on the number of instructors on the day. This could mean that some registered people will not paddle – we will take people on a first registered first in basis. Consider wearing a mask when inside.
We have to work to strict ratios and we hope you will understand this.
the first 10 registered people will go on the water; any more than this will be on a waiting list
For more information:
Contact essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com
*please bring a change of clothes and old sneakers or beachcombers if paddling – you may end up wet and cold and we have great change rooms and hot showers if you need! Wear synthetic or woollen clothing. No cotton – if wet it stays cold.

Come n Try Day - session 2
2024-10-06 11:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
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*

Register for the event here
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/Workbench/i/r/EventsAndBookings/details/E05A3E6FF49F3F0408DD9DA5C50B883418A4DF52
If you get stuck see the guide https://helpdesk.paddle.org.au/new-member/
*** children need to be registered too
Cost $10, children free
The number of people in the group who will paddle depends on the number of instructors on the day. This could mean that some registered people will not paddle – we will take people on a first registered first in basis. Consider wearing a mask when inside.
We have to work to strict ratios and we hope you will understand this.
the first 10 registered people will go on the water; any more than this will be on a waiting list
For more information:
Contact essendoncanoeclub@gmail.com
*please bring a change of clothes and old sneakers or beachcombers if paddling – you may end up wet and cold and we have great change rooms and hot showers if you need! Wear synthetic or woollen clothing. No cotton – if wet it stays cold.
