Club Trips - Registered Members Only
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Pre AGM paddle – Botany Bay meander
Where: Botany Bay
Grade: 1 and above
Distances: About 20Km
A relaxed paddle around the bay. Who knows what we’ll see but hoping the local marine life will contribute to the outing. We’ll probably throw in some boat control drills for a bit of variety
Reckon on a 20km paddle with a couple of shore breaks included.
Meet at Yarra Bay Yacht Club and prepare to be on the water immediately after a 10:00am pre-trip briefing. Expected return to Yarra Bay around 3:00pm.
You’ll need to pack lunch in your kayak. Kayak and equipment to Grade 2, please.
Your trip leader will be Adrian Clayton. Register online or email Adrian at gclayton[at]bigpond.com if you have any queries.
Monavale and back
When: 16 Jul 2017
Where: Monavale
Grades: 1 and Up
We will start from the little bay north of Monavale beach and paddle to the ocean. We may do some practice, some play or just paddle, but be ready for everything including getting wet.
Grades 1 and over are welcome.
Register your interest to come and I will confirm the final list closer to the date. If you have questions send me an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Towards Maitland Bay
When: 2 Jul 2017
Where: Palm Beach - Broken Bay - Maitland Bay
Grades: 1 and Up.
We will start from Palm Beach and paddle north, aiming to stop at Maitland Bay but maybe we stop before that. All grades welcome but be prepared to paddle as we would like to be back around 3pm, there are a few kms to cover and we want to start when the sun is warming the skin.
Be prepared to land on surf and bring your own food and water.
Register your interest to come and I will confirm the final list closer to the date. If you have questions send me an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Sharon and Rob's Urban Mini-adventure
When: Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd July 2017
Where: Sydney
Trip distances: around 22 kilometres each day, although a bit of exploring along the way may add to this.
Grade: Open to all paddlers - Grade 1 and up
Sharon and Rob's Urban Mini-adventure
Who says you have to spend hours getting to your launch site, travel well away from the city lights and put hundreds of kilometres under you belt to have a good time? Not these trips. Join us in the first of our "Mini-adventures Series".
This is an overnight camping trip. We will leave from an eastern suburbs beachside location, cross Sydney's busiest working port, stop for morning tea/lunch at a small bay, cruise alongside an expansive southern Sydney beach before landing at our sheltered leafy overnight campsite where we can look back at the lights of suburbia and share stories, food and laughs.
We may see whales, deer, dolphin, flying fish, gannets, gulls, godwits, penguins, shearwater, seals and other creatures of the land, sea and air. Our return trip will retrace our journey and deliver us within a short driving distance from home!
You will need to be self sufficient with all your usual kayaking and camping gear as well as food,etc.
(If the weather isn't suitable I have a few plan B's)
Confirmation and further details will be emailed after you have registered.
PLEASE NOTE: You can't register to this trip through the Club's Registration System. You will need to contact Sharon directly.
Numbers will be limited so register your interest: merceridge5[at]bigpond.com or call/sms Sharon on 0407 247263
Marramarra Creek Overnight Camping Trip 10-11/6/2017
Marramarra Creek is a little known tributary off Berowra Creek. It winds its way up into Marramarra National Park to a beautiful campsite, surrounded by towering cliffs. As we will arrive at the campsite at low tide, we may have to walk up the creek for a short distance pulling our kayaks.
This area has changed little since the first settlers arrived in the Hawkesbury area. En-route, we will stop at some isolated beaches and Bar Island to examine its historic past. Paddle distance 30 km each way. Expect to finish our journey about 3 PM on Sunday.
Sunhat and sunscreen
Gas or fuel stove and fuel
Basic map of the area is a plus
kayak or sailing gloves
Tent
Sleeping bag and mat
Food…drink…snacks
Eating utensils…cup…plate…bowl…knife, fork
Matches/lighter
Torch with new battery
Basic first aid kit
There she blows! - NSW Island Challenge - Broughton Island Trip
When: Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 June 2017
Where: Broughton Island
Grades: Aspiring Grade 3s and above.
Another great NSW Island Challenge!
Camping weekend to one of the premier sea kayaking destinations on the NSW coast and sure to see some whales on the way.
Meet at Jimmys Beach (Hawks Nest) for briefing at 9:00am on Saturday 17 June and return to Jimmys Beach around 3.00pm on Sunday.
Distances around 20km each way plus an optional circumnavigation of the archipelago of up to 15km on Day 2 (alternatively, we will be able to fit in some skills practice, do some island walks, etc).
We’ll probably throw in a little navigation task (plot your position) along the way.
Kayaks and kit to Grade 3, please. You’ll need to be self-sufficient in terms of food, clothing, camping kit, etc.
Camping fees now apply at Broughton Island -- $35 per site per night including 2 adults. Additional adults $16.50/night per site. Actual amount will be finalised once we know how many starters we have and have booked sites.
Your trip leader will be Adrian Clayton (gclayton[at]bigpond.com, reformat as required).
Spaces limited.
Bundeena Weekend
Where: Bundeena - Royal National Park
Dates: 3th and 4th of June 2017
Grades: 2 to 3
Times: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: Bundeena camp site or gate
I will be camping at Bundeena for the weekend and will be paddling from the camp site Saturday and Sunday. Weather permitting it will be day trips around the cliffs or surfing the bar. Trips will start at 10:00am in the morning and finish around 2 or 3pm. If it's wet windy and cold then a little earlier. If you want to camp there are sites available at the moment. For any questions please contact les (at) lesallenkayaks.com See you there.
‘Welcome to the Club’ paddle – Port Hacking
When: 18 Jun 2017
Where: Bonnie Vale, Royal National Park
Grades: 0 to 2
Are you a new, or newish, member of NSW SKC? If so, then here is an opportunity for you to find out more about our club while exploring the waters of Port Hacking. Depending on conditions, we may even head out to sea. You’ll get the chance to ask questions, and to chat with two long-term club members.
If you are at Grade 0, we could arrange time for your wet exit and 50m swim.
If you are a Grade 1 paddler, we may be able to work on a few of the skills needed to get to Grade 2.
Read the club paddler grading system and equipment information.
Spaces are limited.
Meet at Bonnie Vale, Royal National Park, picnic area carpark at 9.00am, ready by9.30am
If you don’t have a NSW National Parks permit, you will need to get a day permit ($12 per vehicle). These can be bought at the servo in Bundeena.
Bring some morning tea and lunch. We’ll be aiming to stop at a beach or two.
NOTE: this session could be cancelled if the weather/wind proves to be unsuitable.
Trip to be run by Dee Ratcliffe
Email any questions to me, or if the calendar indicates FULL and you wish to be placed on the waiting list deeratcliffe[at]tpg.com.au
NSW Island Challenge - Solitary Island(s) Coffs Harbour - 10-12 June
New members paddle - Pittwater Paradise - 27 August (9am)
NSW Islands Challenge - Murramarang Islands – 20-21 May 2017
Grade: Grade 2 or 3 only.
Trip Type: This is an overnight trip that will require you to camp out of your kayak.
When: Be ready to hit the water at 08:30 Sat Morning.
Where: Just north of Batemans Bay. The Murramarang Islands include Brush, Belowla, Dawsons, Grasshopper & Wasp islands. All islands are less than 1 km from shore between Bawley Point and South Durras.
The Plan: The Club has instigated a challenge to circumnavigate 10 NSW Islands in one year. If this trip is successful we will circumnavigate 5 Islands over the two days.
The actual trip plan will depend on the forecast but be prepared for surf lands and launches and camping away from facilities. Options include:
- Launching from South Durras, paddling north, overnight camp near Kiolea, returning to South Durras on the Sunday.
- Launching from Bawley Point, paddling south, overnight camp near Wasp Head, returning to Bawley Point on the Sunday.
- Car shuttle, through paddle, stopping somewhere half way to camp.
If the forecast does not allow us to precede with this trip we can re locate to Tomakin or Batemans Bay and run day trips.
Distance: We should not need to paddle more than 35 KM on the Saturday with plenty of options to land for a break.
Finish Time: Before 16:00 each day. Hope to land before 13:00 on Sunday to drive home in plenty of time.
Gear: Bring Camping Gear, Helmet and all your normal safety gear. Be prepared for surf.
I will only be taking 4 members but I have opened the registration to 10. Please be aware that by registering you are only registering your interest and are not guaranteed a position on the trip. I will finalise closer to the date. Feel free to email me (josh.andrews(at)defence.gov.au) if you have any questions.