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River Stort Old Harlow Tour Saturday 7th November

November 7 @ 08:00 - 17:00

From The Moorhen Pub at Burnt Mill Lock, Harlow

There are no plans to take a trailer so paddlers will need to be self sufficient, transporting boats and equipment. All participants must be suitably experienced and have Paddle UK membership for paddling on the River Stort Navigation.

Meet in the car park of The Moorhen at 09.30, on the water by 10.00. Please note, road closures currently mean you can only access this venue via High Wych and Redricks Lane.

At this time, this parking is provisional as ANPR is due to be installed in the Moorhen car park imminently, date as yet unknown.

Alternative car parking is available close by.

There is a free car park at the dead end of Burnt Mill Close and free parking on the approach lane to it. Access to this car park and area however is NOT accessible by vehicle from the Moorhen Car Park.  Access is via Burntmill Lane off the A414.

The tour organiser will be in contact with The Moorhen Manager Sarah, closer to the tour date and will further confirm the parking arrangements.

No facilities available at the pub until they open at 12.00 noon. Intention is to have lunch here at 1pm.  Menu | The Moorhen, Harlow

We can paddle in either direction

Option 1 – To Roydon Lock and back – two locks en route,roughly a mile apart – six mile round trip passing through Parndon Mill Lock and by the River Stort Sculpture Trail or

Option 2 – In the direction of Bishops Stortford to Harlow Mill Lock – two locks en route spaced 0.9, 0.9 and 1 mile apart.  (The next lock on is Feakes Lock, 0.65 miles further giving a round trip of 6.9 miles which may be a little ambitious)

For more information and book your space on the tour, providethe organiser with your name, contact telephone number and anemergency contact number.

Any cancellations require at least 24 hours notice.

Please advise if you are able to offer roof space for another boat if necessary.

Please note the following:

1. This tour is considered suitable for paddlers who have completed their Discovery award and have some prior experience.
2. Paddlers must be in possession of their National Governing Body membership (UK Paddle) card/ virtual card
3. Wear suitable clothing for the conditions, additional clothing in dry bag and safety kit

Organiser: Liz Morgan Email verysweatybetty@btinternet.comor Tel 07960943773

By signing up to this tour, the paddler accepts the following consent conditions:

1. I understand that the qualified coach leading the tour will make dynamic risk assessment during the tour and agree to abide by any decisions they make, including cancelling/curtailing the tour if they decide the risks compromise the safety of the Touring members.
2. Under 16’s must be under the supervision of an adult coach or parent/ guardian whilst on the tour.
3. For tours not on the Chelmer & Blackwater Canal, membership of the National Governing Body is required and must be shown to the tour organiser.
4. Boats and equipment may be hired by arrangement with the Equipment Officer or the relevant club section.
5. Copies of the Club constitution & rules are displayed on the Club noticeboard and can be obtained from the club secretary (the cost of printing these may be charged).

As part of my membership of Chelmsford Canoe Club, I understand that canoeing can be a hazardous activity, and is undertaken at my own risk. I confirm that I have read the constitution and the rules of the club,and that any property left at the club or taken on the tour will be entirely at my own risk. I understand that I may be liable for any damage to Club equipment that is hired to me. I also confirm that I am able to swim 50 metres in clothing.

Details

  • Date: November 7
  • Time:
    08:00 - 17:00
  • Event Category:

Organiser

  • Liz Morgan
  • Phone 07960 943773
  • Email verysweatybetty@btinternet.com

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