Night Paddle to Southbank

A night paddle to Southbank and back.

Southbank

Paddling safe
Paddling at night has extra dangers. You must have adequate lights (it is critical that other boats see you easily from a distance). Basic lights consist of a front white light (e.g. head torch) and a rear WHITE light. Glo-sticks alone or one unidirectional light are not sufficient (but a good addition to your PFD). Red bike lights are not acceptable. Bring warm gear in case it is cold.

Remember – NO GLOW = NO GO!

Requirements

  • Lights! – front and back and bright and white (spare batteries too)
  • PFD – you will be required to wear a PFD at all times
  • Group – we need to keep together as a group
  • Sides – we need to stay to the sides of the river as much as practical to reduce exposure to other (bigger) boats.
  • Warm gear – it may be cold… bring sufficient warm gear. Keep additional dry gear in your backpack/car in case you get wet!

Remember there are warm showers and a changing area in the shed complex.

Outline
Plan to be posted

Paddle type: Flatwater
Duration: ~3-4 hours
Grade: 1
Meeting time: TBA
Distance: 7-14 km (depending on speed, time, and ability)
Location: University of Queensland Leader Email Address Location: Inductors’ Contacts Page

Register by: 26-10-2018 Event ID: 181027F

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