The choice of venue for this trip may change from Poole Harbour depending on weather on who signs up. Paddling from Hamworthy is the easy option and tides are fine for a trip around Brownsea Is. Studland is a possibility and the weather forecast shows winds OK but possible swell coming round the headland. Kimmeridge was my first choice until I saw the strongish SW winds.
Plan A is to meet at Hamworthy at 09:30. The launch site is from the beach by the car park where Poole Harbour Canoe Club are based, BH15 4LR, https://w3w.co/punch.badge.track, grid SY983904. The turning off Lake Drive is fairly indistinct and easily missed but careful satnav programming and monitoring when you get close is the key.
This is an Improver grade trip but the weather is cold so ensure you have a dry suit and suitable warm clothing to put on for the lunch stop. Check the notes below if you are not a regular sea paddler.
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.
Bath Canoe Club Ltd, The Old Organ Factory, Cleveland Cottages, Bath BA1 5DD.
