Calendar - Swan Canoe Club Inc.

1st Tuesday – New Member DRY Induction (6.00-6.30 pm)
2nd Tuesday – New Member WET Induction (6.00-7.00pm)

Please also view our Social (Peer) Paddles which are regular paddle times not added to the Calendar.

Peer Racing SMarTs

Nov 20 @ 5:30 pm

Swan Marathon and Race Training series (SMaRTs)
Come down for a social race of 3, 6, 12 or 18 km towards Fremantle most Friday evenings. Competition is against yourself as you try to better your previous times. It’s not about beating others, it’s about beating the clock and enjoying yourself and maybe having a bbq or a drink after the bash and reliving the race. Remember to carry a light in or on your boat. This is a Peer Paddle. The size of the group varies throughout the year, to confirm that races are on a specific Friday please contact the organiser Sue on suejstott1@gmail.com.

NOTE: During COVID-19 restrictions format may vary.

Intro to Kayaking – FULLY SUBSCRIBED

Nov 21 all-day

This course is designed for beginners and those wishing to hone their skills on:
– Gear and equipment
– Safety awareness & rescues
– Different types of kayaks and paddles
– Basic strokes and techniques

Members $70 and Non-Members $125

Contact Geoff for details on geoffreypalmer261@icloud.com

Intro to Paddling A Sea Kayak – Fully Subscribed

Nov 22 all-day

This course is conducted using sit in type sea kayak and is normally conducted on the Swan River as it concentrates on the skills required for controlling and manoeuvring a sea kayak in calm conditions.

This course is designed for people who have some previous kayaking experience, have the ability to perform basic paddling strokes and are able to swim.

The course will provide information on:

Different types of sea kayak design and material
Sea kayak safety features
Safety equipment
Western Australian boating regulations for kayaking in the ocean
Paddle types
The use of a rudder and skeg

It will provide instruction on how to:

Paddle forwards, backwards, turn, manoeuvre sideways and stop in an emergency
Capsize while wearing a spray deck
Launch and land a sea kayak
Edge and lean the kayak
Manoeuvre a sea kayak without the use of a rudder
Use the paddle to help prevent a capsize (low brace support stoke)
Perform an assisted rescue as the rescuer
Perform an assisted rescue as the rescuee

A Swan Canoe Club Introduction to Paddling a Sea Kayak certificate will be awarded to people who have demonstrated competency in the skills required for paddling a sea kayak.

These skills are normally a pre-requisite for easy club sea kayaking trips.

Course location: Swan Canoe Club, Johnson Parade, Mosman Park

Duration: approximately 5 hours
Cost: Members $70.00 / Non members $125.00 (Includes the use of a club kayak and equipment)

Contact Geoff Emery on gemry13@gmail.com

SCC Paddle Rally

Nov 22 @ 2:30 pm – 4:45 pm

The Swan Canoe Club Social Committee Presents:

SCC Paddle Rally

Arrive 2.30pm, Briefing 3.00pm, On water 3.15pm

Following the one hour paddle event enjoy BYO drinks and nibbles on the balcony and watch the presentation of the inaugural trophy to the winner around 4:30pm

For those of us old enough to remember the good old days of car rallies, this is a paddle rally. Each competitor (can be an individual, couple or family) will be given a set of clues at the briefing then must jump in their paddle craft and find the answers. Points awarded for correct answers and time taken. No paddling expertise required – all answers found within the boundary of Chidley Point and within 50 metres of shore.

All rally equipment provided – just wear what you usually wear paddling (but maybe bring your reading glasses….)

Pre-Registration with Marion is essential.

PRIVATE BOOKING NO UPSTAIRS ACCESS

Nov 26 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Peer Racing SMarTs

Nov 27 @ 5:30 pm

Swan Marathon and Race Training series (SMaRTs)
Come down for a social race of 3, 6, 12 or 18 km towards Fremantle most Friday evenings. Competition is against yourself as you try to better your previous times. It’s not about beating others, it’s about beating the clock and enjoying yourself and maybe having a bbq or a drink after the bash and reliving the race. Remember to carry a light in or on your boat. This is a Peer Paddle. The size of the group varies throughout the year, to confirm that races are on a specific Friday please contact the organiser Sue on suejstott1@gmail.com.

NOTE: During COVID-19 restrictions format may vary.

PRIVATE BOOKING NO UPSTAIRS ACCESS

Dec 4 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Guided Paddle @ Swan Canoe Club

Dec 5 all-day

Point Walter Paddle happens every Saturday morning as a Peer Paddle to enjoy a coffee in East Fremantle. On any particular Saturday there may be between 0 and 20 paddlers.

Once a month a trained instructor leads the paddle (Guided Paddle) to show newbies how to safely navigate this sometimes hazardous stretch of water. Please contact Bob on bobcoops4071@gmail.com to register for the guided paddle.

Penguin Island Paddle – FULLY SUBSCRIBED

Dec 6 all-day

Palm Beach to Penguin Island Paddle

Sunday 6 December 2020

Avoid the Christmas rush and join this 17km return paddle from Palm Beach to Point Peron, Bird Island, Seal Island and Penguin Island for lunch.

Introduction to Sea Kayaking or equivalent skills required. Safety gear including PFD, bailer / pump, flares or PLB to be carried.

Contact Geoff with further questions or to discuss your skill level gemry13@gmail.com

PRIVATE BOOKING NO UPSTAIRS ACCESS

Dec 6 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Training and Development Meeting

Dec 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Training and Development Committee meeting.

Categories: Meetings T&D

PRIVATE BOOKING NO UPSTAIRS ACCESS

Dec 11 @ 5:00 pm – 11:45 pm

Town of Mosman Park Christmas Party

SCC Christmas and Awards Celebration

Dec 12 @ 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm

SCC Social Committee invites you to the:

Christmas and Awards Celebration

Saturday 12^th December 2020 from 6pm

Get in quick – registrations close Sunday 6th December!

Annual Club Awards

Paddler of the Year

Junior Paddler of the Year

Club Member of the Year

Hero Award

Sit down spit roast dinner (vegetarian options)

Live Music by Chris Hall – remember to wear your dancing shoes!

BYO Drinks

Dress – Sparkle

$30 per head

RSVP and Pay via Webscorer

Queries to Carol Stribling

stribling@aapt.net.au 0421 764 641

Peer Racing SMarTs

Dec 18 @ 5:30 pm

Swan Marathon and Race Training series (SMaRTs)
Come down for a social race of 3, 6, 12 or 18 km towards Fremantle most Friday evenings. Competition is against yourself as you try to better your previous times. It’s not about beating others, it’s about beating the clock and enjoying yourself and maybe having a bbq or a drink after the bash and reliving the race. Remember to carry a light in or on your boat. This is a Peer Paddle. The size of the group varies throughout the year, to confirm that races are on a specific Friday please contact the organiser Sue on suejstott1@gmail.com.

NOTE: During COVID-19 restrictions format may vary.

PRIVATE BOOKING NO UPSTAIRS ACCESS

Dec 19 @ 4:00 pm – 11:45 pm

Club Member Event

Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 11:45 pm

Peer Racing SMarTs

Dec 25 @ 5:30 pm

Swan Marathon and Race Training series (SMaRTs)
Come down for a social race of 3, 6, 12 or 18 km towards Fremantle most Friday evenings. Competition is against yourself as you try to better your previous times. It’s not about beating others, it’s about beating the clock and enjoying yourself and maybe having a bbq or a drink after the bash and reliving the race. Remember to carry a light in or on your boat. This is a Peer Paddle. The size of the group varies throughout the year, to confirm that races are on a specific Friday please contact the organiser Sue on suejstott1@gmail.com.

NOTE: During COVID-19 restrictions format may vary.

Saturday Paddler Breakfast

Dec 26 @ 7:00 am – 11:30 am

Guided Paddle @ Swan Canoe Club

Jan 2 all-day

Point Walter Paddle happens every Saturday morning as a Peer Paddle to enjoy a coffee in East Fremantle. Once a month a trained instructor leads the paddle (Guided Paddle) to show newbies how to safely navigate this sometimes hazardous stretch of water. Registration with the instructor or guide running the session is required. This registration must be done at least 3 days before the paddle. If you turn up without registering you will not be able to join the group due to safety ratios.

Please contact Sarah on sarahjwhittaker@hotmail.com

Intro to Kayaking with Elena

Jan 9 all-day

This course is designed for people who are new to kayaking or those wishing to learn basic kayaking skills.

– Gear and equipment
– Safety awareness & rescues
– Different types of kayaks and paddles
– Basic strokes and techniques

Members $70 and Non-Members $125

Contact Elena for details on elena@resilientpeople.com.au

Further course details are at https://swan.paddle.org.au/introduction-to-kayaking-course/

November 2020 – January 2021 Nov 2020 – Jan 2021