Port Dover – Linda A.
Black Creek Conservation Area 336 Concession 2 Woodhouse, Port DoverA-1 Paddle rating. Paddle Black Creek into Port Dover and back. Option to cycle in Port Dover following the paddle.
Hey Members – here’s how our we advise each other of what’s happening with each paddle you see on the calendar below:
Approximately five days before each scheduled paddle all members will get a trip notification from our communications director emailed to them. This will have all the details (launch, location, time, bring a lunch, anything you might need to know) the notice will also contain the trip leader’s contact info. If you want to attend, let the trip leader know. If you are not part of the club and would like to attend one of the paddles please contact penpaddlers.tour@gmail.com.
We do this so that if there are any unforseen last minute changes or a cancellation, everyone who indicated to the trip leader that they were attending will be contacted and told of the changes – that being said, you’re welcome to show up unannounced, but the trip leader will not be able to notify you of last-minute changes. Your choice, but if there is a change you may not know of it.
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A-1 Paddle rating. Paddle Black Creek into Port Dover and back. Option to cycle in Port Dover following the paddle.
TRIP CLASSIFICATIONS (Rating)
Trips are classified under the following categories: Pace/Endurance, describing the strength, endurance and fitness required to comfortably complete the trip; Skills Required, describing the paddling skills and seamanship required to safely handle the situations that could be encountered on the trip.
Special Cold Weather Classification: The Club now paddles year round. Winter, late fall and early spring bring their own challenges, not the least of which is the possibility of very cold water, ice, and fog. We do not paddle far from shore, nor in windy conditions. Paddlers should have wet and/or dry suits, carry signalling lights and a cell phone, as well as have at least one complete change of winter clothing in a dry bag in their hatch.
PACE/ENDURANCE:
A. Not Strenuous: Daily paddling typically less than 3 hours, with distances of 10 kilometres or less.
B. Moderately Strenuous: Daily paddling typically between 3 and 5 hours, with distances of 10 to 20 kilometres.
C. Difficult: advanced paddling, seamanship and rescue skills. Ability to handle waves greater than one meter. Expect exposed waters, open crossings, large waves, moderate to strong winds, surf, fog, and potentially difficult landings. Sheltered resting and landing spots could be few.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
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