An introductory day to Coochiemudlo Island in Moreton Bay to learn basic sea kayak skills at the beach.
This trip is in place of the earlier introductory sea kayak trips (3rd and 10th) which were postponed due to poor weather
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During this trip we will be swimming so please bring a bathing suit, towel and warm clothing with you.
Prerequisites: PLEASE ATTEND GENERAL POOL SESSIONS ON TUESDAY EVENINGS TO LEARN TO USE A SPRAY DECK (i.e. complete a wet exit). PLEASE MAKE THE LEADER AWARE IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED THIS REQUIREMENT. In addition, before attending this trip it is helpful, but not required to have practiced T-rescues in a sea kayak on the UQ pool.
Please attend only one of the two intro days (either Saturday or Sunday). Spaces are limited,so please register early and preference will be given to those members who have not done it before. However, please still register your interest.
Preparation: We will pack the trailer at 6:30 PM on Friday evening We need most people to assist and learn how to pack the trailer.
Meet: Club shed at Sat 18 March September at 7:00am. Depart by 7:30 AM. Arrive at Victoria Point by 8:30AM. Unload and prepare kayaks. Pre-paddle introduction and on the water between 10AM and 10:30 AM
Off water at about 3:30 to 4PM. Depart by 5 PM returning to the shed around 6 PM. Wash boats and depart before 7 PM.
Please bring along enough water (2-3 ltrs) and food for the trip, together with sunscreen and sun protection.
Limitations: Up to 10-12 people but depends on kayaks and transport.
| Paddle Type | Sea kayaking |
| Start Date | 24-03-2018 |
| End Date | 24-03-2018 |
| Trip days | 1 |
| Trip Leader | Martin Wynne |
| 2IC | Peter |
| Grade | 1 |
| Distance(s) | ~10-12 km |
| Paddle Outline | Phase 1 (prior to on water activity)
Phase 2 (on water on route)
Phase 3 (arrival at IN WATER skill training session)
Lunch (at same beach as ‘in water’ training session). You will need to bring lunch as there is no shop nearby. Phase 4 (trip home)
Phase 5
Day should be finished by 6:30 pm but be prepared for potential delays. |
| Paddle Duration(s) | 5 hours for paddling and rescue practice; 1 hour for lunch |
| Tide(s) | At Brisbane Bar
Add 20 min for Victoria Point. |
| Moon | Half Moon on the 25th (Sunday). Neap tides. |
| Put in Point | Victoria Point boat ramp (on the northern point of the reserve). Access via the end of Colburn Street, Victoria Point. |
| Take out Point | Same as put in |
| Departure time (put in) | 9:30 AM |
| Alternate Route Variations | We may stop on the Eastern beach, if the tide gets too low. |
| Facilities | Toilets near the lunch stop point and at put in point. |
| Maps |  Trip Route |
| Put in Point(s) |  Victoria Point VMR |
Risks and Management
| Sea Kayak Risk Assessment | UQ Risk Assessment #45934; ✓ Animals and Plants (major injury); ✓ Animals and Plants (minor injury); ✓ Bad Weather / Weather Change; ✓ Boat Traffic / Shipping; ✓ Capsize; ✓ Carrying Boats; ✓ Cuts, Sprains, and Strains; ✓ Dehydration; ✓ Drowning; ✓ Enter / Exit Boat; ✓ Equipment Failure; ✓ Fitness / Fatigue; ✓ Getting Separated from Group; ✓ Heat Exhaustion / Hyperthermia; ✓ Hit by Paddle; ✓ Ineffective Rudder; ✓ Medical Condition(s); ✓ Missing / Broken Paddle; ✓ Paddle Related Injuries / Tendonitis / Blisters; ✓ Panic / Fear; ✓ Rocks and Submerged Objects; ✓ Sea Sickness; ✓ Separation from Boat; ✓ Sinking Boat; ✓ Strainers (Overhanging Trees / Mangroves / Fishing Lines / Structures); ✓ Sunburn; ✓ Tripping while walking; |
| Travel Risk Assessment | UQ Assessment #57960; ✓ Breakdown or Breakdown in Remote Area; ✓ Chemical: Unleaded Petrol; ✓ Drowsiness while Driving; ✓ Incident or Accident while Driving; ✓ Injury from Loading / Unloading Equipment from vehicle; ✓ Loads Falling from Vehicle or Trailer, or hitting occupants in accident; ✓ Towing Trailer; |
| Paddler Requirements | ✓ Conditions can be calm, but can change dramatically with winds and tides contributing significantly to this. ✓ Paddlers must advise leaders if they have health issues or injuries that may affect participation. Ensure medication is carried and is accessible. If unsure, they should check with their doctor beforehand. ✓ Participants must self-assess their, and their equipment’s ability to cope with this grade of club event. The club grading scale is located on the club website. This should be consulted prior to registration, and any concerns or anything needing clarification should be raised with the trip leader beforehand. ✓ Participants need the skills for the grade for the trip, unless modified below (Additional Comments). ✓ Participants should have an appropriate level of fitness. This is a trip that requires a moderate fitness level and a minimum sustained cruising speed as required by the {paddle grade |
| Emergency Contact Information | Emergencies only – 000 VMR Victoria Point 07 3207 8717 Coast Guard Redland Bay 07 3206 7777 VMR 441 |
| Nearest Medical Help and Contacts | VMR Victoria Point 07 3207 8717 |
| Personal Equipment (check link) | ✓ Clothing you can get wet (on the water); ✓ Dry clothing (to keep warm); ✓ Equipment Requirements for Grade; ✓ Food adequate for trip duration; ✓ Footwear suitable for paddling, swimming and extra for on land; ✓ Paddle clothes to protect from cold/wind (e.g. thermal/spray jacked or cag); ✓ Review potential equipment; ✓ Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, long sleeved paddle clothes, sunscreen, etc); ✓ Water – 3L per day (4L if camping); ✓ Water and snacks accessible while paddling; |
| Kayak Equipment | ✓ Dry bag; ✓ PFD and paddle; ✓ Paddle tie; ✓ Pump, sponge, bailer, and paddle float; ✓ Sea Kayaking Required Equipment List; ✓ Spray Deck (if you have never used one tell the leader before you register!); ✓ Suitable paddle craft (sea kayak if seakayaking); ✓ Whistle; |
| Safety Equipment | ✓ First Aid Kit; ✓ Hand Pump (at least 1 per 2 boats); ✓ Paddle Floats (at least 1 per 2 boats); ✓ Repair Kit; ✓ Rescue Stirrup; ✓ Spare Paddle; |
| Communications | ✓ Flares; ✓ Mobile Phone; ✓ PLB/EPIRB; ✓ Signal Mirror; ✓ V-Sheet; ✓ VHF Radio; ✓ Whistle; |
| Additional or Emphasised Equipment | Please make sure you bring water (2-3 ltrs), lunch, snacks, sun protection and footwear. You will be getting wet so be prepared with swimming gear, towel and also change of dry clothes. Water and snacks need to be accessible whilst you paddle. |
| Check of Paddlers’ Equipment | ✓ Bailing Device; ✓ Footwear (covered); ✓ Medication; ✓ PFD; ✓ Paddle Leash; ✓ Spray Deck; ✓ Suitable Craft; ✓ Sunsmart Gear; ✓ Water; |
Logistics
| Boat Loading | 23-03-2018 6:30 PM |
| Boat Loading Location | Club shed. |
| Boat Loading Details | All attends are required to assist with loading the trailer. Please come and learn how. |
| Meet Location | Club Shed |
| Meeting Time (meet location) | 7:00 AM |
| Depart Time (meet location) | 7:30 AM |
| Meet time (put in) | 8:30 AM |
| Go Home Time | 3 – 4PM PM at victoria Point. |
| Costs | $10 wear and tear contribution for club gear. Petrol for your driver. A few extra dollars for a coffee afterwards (if time). |
| Additional Comments/Instructions | It is not essential to have demonstrated a sea kayak T-rescue. However we prefer that the majority of participants have done so at one of our Induction Pool sessions on a Tuesday night and to have learned how to do a wet exit and use a spray deck. Please inform the leaders if you have not done a T-rescue and/or a wet exit, or if you aren’t sure or confident. |
Registration
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