SEA: Studland, Dorset - Easy Improver

[Update 9 Oct 24] The weather forecast looks ideal for a great day on the water, very light winds and barely any swell.  I was paddling at Studland today without a dry suit but wearing a short sleeved cag and was warm enough when the sun was out.  So minimum is good base layer, perhaps 2, then cag on top.

This is intended to be an easy Improver standard paddle, so very gentle.  The aim is only to go from Studland, round Old Harry Rocks and then land at Swanage for lunch.  I'm hoping that the water will still be warmish and the weather kind so that those without drysuits can still join, but this may be pushing my luck for mid-Oct.

The usual 09:30 meet to beat the crowds of sunbathers.  We meet at Knoll Beach National Trust car park, just south of the café by the beach huts: BH19 3AQ, w3w ///slurred.sensual.afflicted,  OS Grid Ref: SZ 033 835.

You must satisfy yourself that this trip is suitable for you, that you are sufficiently experienced, able and willing to paddle at the advertised level. For detailed guidance, see trip categoristion. If in doubt, seek guidance from the advertised leader before registering.

You must register if you intend to come. Places are restricted in an effort to maintain an acceptable leader/participant ratio. When the list is full names can still be registered as reserves and the leader will notify you if you may join the trip.

If you want to know more about how trips are conducted see trip routine.

You must bring suitable equipment or make arrangements for someone to bring it for you (eg. kayak). See what to bring.