Islwyn kayak training weekend

Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 June 2008

A kayak training and assessment weekend in South Wales for scouts and leaders to gain the new BCU / WCA one, two or three star awards.

Each paddler must come fully equipped with a slalom type kayak, buoyancy aid, paddle and, for three star, a spraydeck. The kayak should be in good condition and registered with their scout district and will be inspected by the instructor staff prior to being allowed on the water. Group leaders or responsible adults should be available to carry out repairs to any craft failing inspection and to be ashore to care for any paddler who for any reason leaves the water.

Camping is available on this weekend at Islwyn District Scout campsite in Newbridge; contact Clive Harrison on 01443 839458 to make your own arrangements.

If not camping, paddlers need to arrive by 9am on each of the two mornings at Pen Y Fan pond in the Country Park.

Successful candidates will be issued with a WCA pass slip that should be sent to the WCA along with a small fee to exchange for a certificate.

Cost:
£15.00 per head for 1 & 2 Star
£20.00 per head for 3 stars.