News and Events
The coastline of Cornwall is made up of stunning cliffs, golden beaches, historic ports and harbours, plus some amazing wildlife.
A kayak offers a unique opportunity to explore all this in a safe way within the club environment. Various club trips are organized throughout the year which cater for all levels of experience. These are all led by our team of BC qualified club coaches.
New Years paddle
saturday 5th January
Percuil
any boat, any ability
meet 0930, on the water 1000
off the water approx 3pm ish
bring appropriate clothing and food and drink,
A chance to catch up following the last pool session and before the new paddling season.
The table is booked at 7pm to eat at 7.30pm. Can you please let me know if you wish to come (either via text, email or facebook) and let me know what you'd like to eat by Wednesday 27 March 2019 as I need to provide the pub with a pre-order. The menu is available on their website.
Non-members who have joined us for the pool sessions or those interested in joining the club are more than welcome to come along.
Look forward to catching up.
Upcoming AGM
Election of officers
Officer‘s reports
Presentation by Lee Franklin on his kayak expedition in Norway in 2018
Membership Subs are now due for payment.
Current members of the club can renew their membership via the Renew Membership webpage. Just enter your membership number and follow the instructions on the page.
All members should have already received a reminder email which includes their membership number. If anyone does not have their membership number, then please contact Charlotte Ward, Membership Secretary.
Your cooperation and prompt payment will be much appreciated.
Details to follow
2019 southwest paddle fest
See southwest paddle fest facebook for full details,
We are pleased to announce that St Austell canoe club will be part of this great event
We will be leading guided trips around plymouth sound
We also hope to offer a small discount to fully paid up club members who wish to just go and enjoy the weekend
Interested ????
Speak to me for more details
Any boat
Details to follow
Date in June yet to be set
Sea boats only please (due to open water nature of trip)
Skill Level - As long as you are happy in a sea boat in a force 3 to 4, can paddle approx. 15km at a leisurely pace. E.g. a couple of hours paddling before lunch and again afterwards
2019 Charlestown Regatta paddler support
paddlers are required for Saturday 27th july
am/pm to provide safety cover for the triathlon swim (am)
and the junior/senior raft races (pm)
times are as follows
10:30 to 10:45 children’s biathlon
11:00 to 11:20 adults triathlon
11:20 to 14:00 club paddle
if people are staying all day
14:00 Jnr raft race
1500 snr raft race
Sunday July 28th 11:00
charlestown Regatta (sea Sunday)
A day of paddling to showcase the club
events include, try a boat, games, lead trips,
as part of the Charlestown regatta program,
all club paddlers who can help assist are invited to do so,
11:00 to 1200 try a boat sessions
12:00 to 12:30 lunch break
12:30 to 13:30 try a boat sessions / games
13:30 to 14:00 afternoon break
14:00 to 1500 try a boat sessions
Sea boats
Limited availability
Date in August yet to be set
Swim support required
Carparks free from 6pm (but may be busy)
Meet 6.00pm at the quay
Due to the Sailing Club hosting the Nationals on the 12th September we will meet at Caffa Mill at the usual time.
If you require equipment please contact Kevin Bray and if possible the club will help out.
Please check the website or facebook in case of cancellation due to the weather conditions.
Details to follow
PORTHOUSTOCK SEA TRIP CANCELLED
DUE TO WIND FORECAST BEING BEYOND CLUB REMIT
THIS TRIP WILL BE RESCHEDULED
Any boat
Meet Caffa Mill car park (Bodinnick Ferry) 6pm, on the water for approx 6.30pm.
Glow sticks and night lights only, NO BRIGHT LIGHTS PLEASE.
Check facebook or website in case of cancellation due to weather.
CANCELLED DUE TO YELLOW WEATHER WARNING !!!!
October 20th Fowey canoe club hassler
any paddlers able to assist the Fowey canoe club hassler
any skill level to provide safety kayak cover
on the water 1000
get there early to get a parking place
New date, this trip will now be on
Sunday 27th October
Sea boats
Details to follow
Date changed to assist Fowey canoe clubs hassler
this trip now is on the “17 November“
Loe beach, Sea Boats,
Details to follow
but usual food, spare clothing etc.....