http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/images/rssfeed.jpg http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk en Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:25:06 GMT Incomedia WebSite X5 Evolution Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:24:09 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/qs Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:18:45 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/we ]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:27:08 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ft Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:29:13 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/gf Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:56:39 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/vc ]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:21:12 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/pg Sun, 08 Jan 2012 09:40:29 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/di ]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 19:59:03 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ep They are planning on kayaking grade 2/3 water – rivers such as the
upper/ middle Findhorn. We will decide nearer the time exactly where we will paddle depending on group ability and water levels.
The are staying in Aviemore and will need numbers asap to book suitable accommodation.

Please note, this is not a leader led trip and is simply a group of friend’s going paddling, You will need to have some experience on rivers to take part! You are also welcome to come and go skiing/ shopping and join us in the evenings for the food and craic!!

If you can respond to either John or Neil if you are interested then we can move things forward.
Neil: Mail@ardell.co.uk
John: jjspeirs@tiscali.co.uk
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Start Date:

• Thursday 12th January 2012

Time(s):
• Session 1 (6.00pm to 6.30pm) Coaches & Helpers: Please be at the pool by 17.45h. This will allow coaches to have a go in a kayak and develop their own skills and try things out before the actual session begins. There will be no formal coaching in this session.
• Session 2 (6.30pm to 7.15pm): A session for novices and those up to 2 star ability. Please be at the pool by 6.15pm. (Improvers can attend if the session is quiet and kayaks are available though they would not be given any priority for coaching).
• Session 3 (7.15pm to 8.00pm): A session for intermediate / improvers (those of 2 star ability and above). Coaching will be given but games maybe played (eg polo). Please be at the pool by 7.00pm

Cost: This year it is the standard pool admission. Just pay at the pool reception desk. If you have a Highlife Card, this can be used. There is an additional £1 payment to the Club to c]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:01:21 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/if
2012 Fees are now due.

Please complete and return the 2012 membership form along with your payment. Membership forms are available at http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/membership.html ]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:10:13 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/vg on Saturday and Sunday. If you are interested, please email them directly for further details:
Neil: Mail@ardell.co.uk
John: jjspeirs@tiscali.co.uk
]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:54:54 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/fq Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:46:22 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/bo
Venue: Wick

Date: 19 November 2011.

Organiser: MUT Training

Contact details:
T: 01955 603855 or 07716 110717
E: info@mackayunderwatertarining.com
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Start Date:
• Thursday 27th October 2011 (existing coaches and those willing to help at pool session)
• Thursday 3rd November 2011 (All members and new members)


Time(s):
• Session 1 (6.00pm to 6.30pm) Coaches & Helpers:
• Session 2 (6.30pm to 7.15pm): A session for novices and those up to 2 star ability.
• Session 3 (7.15pm to 8.00pm): A session for intermediate / improvers (those of 2 star ability and above).

Cost: This year it is the standard pool admission. Just pay at the pool reception desk. If you have a Highlife Card, this can be used. There is an additional £1 payment to the Club to cover wear & tear on equipment.

Age: The minimum age for attending is 12 year old. (Note: Participants aged 14 and under MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian)

Equipment: Normal swimming pool clothing. Bring along a t-shirt


]]> Sun, 16 Oct 2011 19:28:16 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/oz http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/members_forum.php Sun, 11 Sep 2011 08:35:54 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/yp
Course: 8hr Emergency First Aid for Sports Course
Date: Saturday 8th October
Venue: TBC (Inverness)
Timings: 0900-1800

Contact: Donald Macpherson (T: 0780 807 1810)]]> Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:19:21 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/gz Sun, 28 Aug 2011 10:41:20 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/zh visit the Club Forum or Website news page]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:02:30 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/by
The presentation will take place at Thurso Boating pond. We will need people in the canoes and others on the shore. So please can you have some paddling kit.

Outline plan is that we need to be at the boating pond for no later than 6.30pm to take the canoes from the storage container at the swimming pool to the pond.

Can you confirm your attendance to secretary@pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk ]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:00:42 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/eh or speak to any other Committee member.

Ken Nicol
]]> Mon, 16 May 2011 21:38:27 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/lf Wed, 04 May 2011 21:34:56 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ib Fri, 22 Apr 2011 21:29:46 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/nu Fri, 22 Apr 2011 21:27:04 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ao Sun, 03 Apr 2011 08:56:14 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/uq ]]> Sun, 03 Apr 2011 08:51:39 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/df
9-10th April 2011.

See http://www.canoescotland.org/competition/Surf/ScottishSurfKayakChampionships.aspx for details.

Please get entry forms completed and back to me at the email address below ASAP to guarantee your entry. Places are limited as per the web details.


Matt Speke
SCA Surf Committee
Scottish Canoe Association
Email: surf.kayak@canoescotland.org]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2011 18:58:07 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/hb visit the Club Forum or Website news page]]> Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:17:29 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/do
Club Dinner on 1 April 2011.

For more details contact Ishbel (E : ishbels@yahoo.co.uk)
]]> Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:28:53 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/eg Do you shop on the internet? If so, did you know that every time you shop you could help raise funds for the Canoe Club? So, what do you need to do? Register yourself at www.easyfundraising.org.uk and during this processes, select the Pentland Canoe Club as the your chosen organisation.

[b]Browsing the Web[/b]
Use the following link to browse the web and help raise funds for the club [url]http://pentalndcc.easysearch.org.uk/[/url]]]> Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:05:29 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/iq Tue, 15 Mar 2011 18:57:46 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/xl ]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:17:50 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/jc http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/the_club.php Mon, 21 Feb 2011 19:14:41 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/yg This equipment will be of significant benefit for developing personal skills, coaching but also making the sport more accessible to a wider audience.]]> Sat, 05 Feb 2011 20:32:09 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ox
So how does this work? You need to use a website called www.easyfundraising.co.uk . They provide a FREE fundraising service where you can raise funds for the Canoe Club when you shop online. There are over 2000 of the UK's best-known retailers including many popular names such as Amazon, M&S, Argos, John Lewis, Viking, and many car insurance companies and when you shop using the links on our site up to 15% from every purchase you make is donated to the Canoe Club. It doesn't cost a penny extra to shop and raise funds for us e using www.easyfundraising.org.uk . Yes it is true. Some Canoe Clubs have raised sufficient funds this way to buy new equipment such as boats etc.

So, what do you need to do? Register yourself at www.easyfundraising.org.uk and during this processes, select the Pentland Canoe Club as the your chosen organisation. ]]> Fri, 04 Feb 2011 19:32:39 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/sl SPR are proposing to develop a tidal array off the coast of Duncansby Head in the Pentland Firth. The aim of the Public Information Day is to update the local community and answer any questions.

The SPR proposal in a popular sea paddling area and I would enco...urage you to attend and ensure that the developers are aware of our use of the Pentland Firth for recreational paddling.

Consultation Events
The Seaview Hotel, John O’Groats: Wednesday 16th February, 3pm until 7.30pm
Caithness Horizons, Old Town Hall, Thurso: Thursday 17th February, 3pm until 7.30pm]]> Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:53:07 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/vp
2 wet suits to fit male and female.

2 dry suits to fit male and female with gloves, boots and lifejackets.

Price on contact

Call Robbie on 07545 378891]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:12:43 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ah This workshop is intended for all members of the Club - members of the club committee, those leading or coaching on club trips and those who would like to find out more about getting involved with leading and coaching or just helping with the running / organising of the Club. The workshop will look at the Long Term Paddler Development Model, the BCU Coaching and Leadership Schemes and the development of your club. There will also be an opportunity to get out on the water to look at some simple coaching resources designed for use by coaches and non-coaches alike.

Date: Sunday 10th April

Venue: Caithness (exact venue TBC)

Time: TBA but this is an all day workshop

Tutor: Mark McKerral (SCA Assistant Coaching Officer)

If you would like to attend this workshop please secretary@pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:04:06 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/vj http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/home.html visit Club Forum or Website news page]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 19:29:36 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/yj http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/members_forum.php
. All queries and place requests contact:
Steve Mackinnon
Mobile 07775 682034
email macksteve@btinternet.com]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 21:08:50 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/zm Fri, 14 Jan 2011 19:41:46 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ig Current Designs Sirocco sea kayaks (plastic) £700 each

For further information contact
Claire Kniffton
Email: claire.knifton@btinternet.com

]]> Fri, 14 Jan 2011 19:36:44 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/rf
Donald Macpherson
Tel: 0780 807 1810
Web:[url] http://www.highlandleisuretraining.co.uk[/url]]]> Fri, 14 Jan 2011 19:34:30 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ey http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/membership.html
2011 Fees are now due.

Please complete and return the 2011 membership form along with your payment. Membership forms are available at http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/membership.html ]]> Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:39:25 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/er Wed, 05 Jan 2011 20:12:32 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/iv http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/honoray_members.html Wed, 05 Jan 2011 20:03:41 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/qx
General purpose kayak suitable for learning river kayaking and surfing skills.

Good condition.

Price £150

For further details contact Ken (T: 01847 831508)]]> Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:52:15 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/rd Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:34:47 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/cz

]]> Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:30:08 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/pw
The first Scottish Women’s Paddle Symposium aim is to provide skills workshops to support each other as women in paddle-sport and help reach the next level, whatever that level is for you!

The coaches are the best women in Scotland and volunteering their time. Already committed to the event are –

Gill Berrow - Morag Brown – Jenny Bryce –Nancy Chambers - Mags Duncan - Eleanor MacDonald-Anne Murray - Margaret Pearson - Janet Peck - Fiona Rice – Tracey Sherrington - Bridget Thomas – Lara Tipper – Ri Woodman

For further information or to book a place contact Mags Duncan.
Email: scottishwomensymposium@yahoo.co.uk
Mobile: 07795 831169
Address: Rosehall, 15 Wellington Road, Nairn, Highland, IV12 4RE]]> Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:27:42 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/uf Tue, 21 Dec 2010 18:58:56 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ob
Thursday 13th January 6.30-9pm in Ormlie Community Centre.

Friday 14th 9.30 - 12noon in Wick Assembly Rooms.

The SCA/BCU intend that child protection training will eventually become mandatory for coaches. I am sure it is also good practice for anyone else interacting with children at the club to attend.

Unfortunately, the Thurso date is a club night, so we need to make sure we don't have all coaches attending at the same time! Myself and Kim could do with attending and I would need to attend on the Thursday night. If we are short of coaches, then I could look to do some training at the SCA Club Coach Development weekend instead.

Could I ask that all club coaches interested in attending on the Thursday let me know, so we can check this doesn't threaten the novice session.

For anyone interested in the course, the contact]]> Tue, 21 Dec 2010 18:55:28 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/nh
Date: Thursday 9 December 2010

Venue: Thurso Swimming Pool, Thurso

Time: AGM will start at 8.15pm following the Pool Session
]]> Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:17:18 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/xr
Event: Learn to White Water Kayak

Dates: Various Sunday during Jan / Feb / Mar - to be agreed with participants.

Venue: Various. Mainly the River Thurso but other rivers within easy travelling distance maybe used.

Pre-Requisites: Participants should hold the BCU 2 Star Award or be of equivalent standard in a kayak.

Notes:
• The aim of the course will be to work with individuals to develop their 3 star (White Water) skills. Depending on individual progression, there will be an opportunity to be assessed for the 3 Star (White Water) Award. Further details on the 3 Star Award can be found at can be found at http://www.canoescotland.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=IMhb0--2bnI%3d&tabid=492 and http://www.canoescotland.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=-xH613qL98w%3d&tabid=492 .
• Spaces will be limited to 6
• Due to the nature of the event, participants will need to assist with the transportation of people/equipment.

To register an interest, cont]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:55:07 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/cw HSE First Aid at Work Refresher (2 days) - Saturday 29th/ Sunday 30th January 11
HSE Full First Aid at Work Course (3 days) - February 11 TBC

All courses these courses are to be held in Inverness.

For further information and to book, please contact

Donald Macpherson
T: 0780 807 1810
E: info@highlandleisuretraining.co.uk
W: www.highlandleisuretraining.co.uk
Facebook: HIGHLAND LEISURE TRAINING]]> Sat, 23 Oct 2010 18:28:23 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/rl
All club members who assist in the organisation / running of the Club are encouraged to undertake a formal training child protection. In particular this includes
• Committee members
• Club coaches and those asked to assist coaches
• Volunteers who will have one to one contact with children
• Volunteers who may supervise children
• Volunteers who may be asked to supervise children overnight

A FREE training course is being run in Thurso on 2 November which counts as training: Further details can be found at www.kcs-highland.org.uk/courses.asp]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2010 18:50:24 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/bm http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/on_line_shop.php Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:07:44 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/na ]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:37:41 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ys • Thursday 28th October 2010 (existing members)
• Thursday 4th November 2010 (new members)

Time(s):
• Session 1 (6.00pm to 6.30pm) Coaches & Helpers: Please be at the pool by 17.45h.
• Session 2 (6.30pm to 7.15pm): A session for novices and those up to 2 star ability. Please be at the pool by 6.15pm.
• Session 3 (7.15pm to 8.00pm): A session for intermediate / improvers (those of 2 star ability and above). Please be at the pool by 7.00pm

Cost: This year it is the standard pool admission. There is an addition £1 charge payable to the Club.

Age: 12 and over. (Note participants 14 years and under MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Equipment: Normal swimming pool clothing. Bring along a t-shirt
]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:30:22 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/mg Sat, 07 Aug 2010 17:02:58 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/in Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:34:57 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ny Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:19:24 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/fy 6th May: Equipment Preparation / Evening Session
This evening be aimed at returning equipment to the Club Store and preparing for the evening sessions. Please meet at 6.30pm (prompt) at the Club store at Thurso beach (West end of Esplanade - the old bathing huts). All members are asked to assist with returning the equipment to the Club Store.

• Novice Paddlers: Individuals attending for the first time will be shown how to check equipment prior to use and given a briefing for the outdoor sessions
• Experienced Paddlers: Individuals who of have attended previous summer sessions and need to have the opportunity to go on the water once the equipment is sorted out.

9th May: Loch Watten
This is planned as a day to get a feel for paddling outside, practice your skills learnt in the pool in sheltered environment, try out the different sorts of boats that the club has and have some fun. The cost for this will be £5 to cover equipment costs and transporting equipment. This is open to all members, althou]]> Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:38:20 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/bj
The BCU Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport is appropriate for individuals new to coaching, who have some knowledge of paddlesport, and wish to learn how to help others enjoy paddling. The qualification is appropriate to individuals who want to coach any of the various paddlesport disciplines. Level 1 Coaches will build skills during the course that will continue to develop as they start to coach under the guidance of a more qualified coach. This course is designed for a range of people, for example:
• A non-paddling parent of a child in a club
• A paddler who wants to help out in their local club
• Someone who wants to work in an activity centre

There are two courses being planned. Both courses are modular and will run over two weekends
• Course 1: 31 July / 1 August and 7 /8 August
• Course 2: 2/3 October and 9/10 October

Venue:
Inverness Area

Cost:
The course price £175-00. excluding SCA course registrati]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:49:42 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ic
6th May: Equipment Preparation / Evening Session

9th May: Loch Watten

13th May (and every Thursday): Thursday evening sessions

More details to follow shortly.]]> Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:14:45 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/bv • Price £10 each (normally retail at between £25 and £30). Money is going to the Club
• Colour: Red
• Condition: Good
• These are used and are sold as seen.
For more information on the helmet see http://www.palmequipmenteurope.com/gear/info_144.html

Please contact Ken Nicol (E: secretary@pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk) if you are interested.
]]> Thu, 25 Mar 2010 07:12:22 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/mv http://www.assyntleisure2.force9.co.uk/Triathlon%20poster.pdf for more information]]> Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:51:26 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/ke Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:31:15 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/te
Paul Cahill, a wilderness emergency care specialist, is running a Remote Emergency Care Level 2 course which if we get enough folk, maximum of 12, on run 17-18th April at Skyak Adventures in Breakish, Skye. This is a good basic first aid course for anyone who spends time in the outdoors and has ever wondered "would I know what to do if... ?". It also satisfies the requirements for a number of canoe/kayak coaching and leadership courses.

The cost will be about £120 which includes a manual, face mask and certificate, total value of £30. Some general details for the course are attached, which you may want to look at, but Paul would like to emphasize that within this framework it can be orientated towards what folk want i.e. emphasis on paddling or........

If interested please contact Skyak Adventures: info@skyakadventures.com

If folk have questions about the course content they can contact Paul on recmedicpaul@gmail.com]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:38:52 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/xk
This course can be booked and paid for on-line via the website at WWW.COACHINGHIGHLAND.CO.UK - COACHING COURSES PAGE. ]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:37:19 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/sm
• Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning: 5 Spaces available
• Open Water Navigation and Tidal Planning: 3 Spaces available
• Foundation Safety & Rescue: Full. However if there is demand another can be organised.

If you are interested in ANY of these please contact the Club Secretary
]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:16:52 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/px http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/pool_sessions.php Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:16:20 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/it http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/the_club.php Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:50:09 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/kv http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/home.html Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:41:21 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/zk http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/home.html Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:39:20 GMT http://www.pentlandcanoeclub.org.uk/vu