Looks like we're hitting another great patch of weather for this Sunday.
The forecast at this stage is for fine weather 10 degrees and a 10 kmh North Easterly.
The big focus at this event will be on PFD's and wearing them.....I know it's going to cause a few grumbles. The fact of the matter is the majority of paddlers are wearing them already, and have been for years, the Authorities demand compliance, but most of all we all need to be role models and do the right thing and set an example for children and other water users.
Remember we don't have motorised craft patrolling the course.....so it's like every other time you go paddling your PFD is your safety factor. We will also be giving a Think Kayak PFD (valued at $180 away as a spot prize this Sunday along with some more Adrenalin 2P Thermal tops and pants.
If you are fined by the Harbour Masters Office the fine is $100 for not wearing a PFD....it costs between $100 - $200 to buy one so the maths is easy.
Event Rules....no you can't enter an event and decide you are going to do something out of step with the way everyone else has been paddling for years. The Event Rules are at the Event Registration to be read by everyone who's paddling......the Event rules will be posted on the same board the course is drawn on.
If there are any issues that need to be clarified bring them up at the Event Briefing.
We're here to run events now and well into the future to enable us to continue we have to follow the Legislation and Directions issues by the Harbour Masters Office....that means you, as paddlers must do to.
Lost and found... we have some gear that's been picked up at events here's some photos.....if it's your please come and claim the items on Sunday.
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