Come n Try - Session 2, children free. Bookings required
2025-01-05 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
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/Workbench/i/r/EventsAndBookings/details/C3EB9E9C3D1E32FD2BB3CE297AFA7737AC970124?fbclid=IwY2xjawG5zHFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHR–GoU-6GksBwJPzzcd7GTwoBGxpCaRaUWAAMpUD7-D533OqdKdlsl5XA_aem_MhP7erVt8MA6QdpUgz_EbQ
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 night paddle – members only
2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-01-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-01-29 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.

Induction session 1 of 2 – training for new members
2025-01-11 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.
Members please note that Rogues, 415s and other boats may be used for this session. Please check with the instructors.

Yarra tour training
2025-01-11 09:30 - 11:30
In preparation for the Yarra paddles, Sunday 12th January and Sunday 9th February, Craig is running training sessions.
Everyone is welcome to attend but the event is primarily aimed at training for those going on the tour.

Sunday early social paddle - members only
2025-01-12 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-01-19 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-01-26 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

Yarra River Paddle - members only
2025-01-12 09:00 - 15:00
Sunday, 12 January 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 upstream. 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

Induction session 2 of 2 – training for new members
2025-01-18 09:00 - 12:00

Yarra tour group training - members only
2025-02-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-15 09:00 - 11:00
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.

Sunday early social paddle – members only
2025-02-02 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.

Come n Try session 1 - Bookings required. Children free
2025-02-02 10:00 - 11:00
Bookings close Saturday 1st Feb 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=E062B8543B3FC07702F8EBADC614CC3AE6C38367
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 n Try - session 2, booking required. Children free
2025-02-02 11:00 - 12:00
Bookings close Saturday 1st Feb 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/i/r/EventsAndBookings/details/8C6A80E8E1A4E2F0352DD0448D1311FF144F80F5
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

https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/Workbench/i/r/EventsAndBookings/details/8C6A80E8E1A4E2F0352DD0448D1311FF144F80F5

Wednesday night paddle – members only
2025-02-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-02-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-02-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-02-26 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 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

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.

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
