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Update on MCC new coaches and leaders

It’s been a busy year for some of our aspirant paddlers, who have been working towards British Canoeing Coaching and Leadership qualifications. This is a fantastic achievement for not only themselves but also the club as it elevates our club…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsSeptember 25, 2021

Events Uncategorized White Water Kayaking

Congratulations to our members who have passed the Legacy assessment

It seems all the pre-practice white water training before MCC hosted their 'Lee Valley legacy course take-over' is starting to pay dividends. Congratulations to Simon Holiday, Adrian Harding and Del Clark who all took the plunge to put in for…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsAugust 12, 2021

Events Uncategorized White Water Kayaking

Smiles all round at Lee Valley White Water Center

During the early part of the year, there's been lots of interest in paddling moving water from our club members, and there's also been lots of paddles that have took advantage of the extra rain making some local weirs great…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsJuly 14, 2021

Events Uncategorized White Water Kayaking

Del and Ad do the Dee

First of all, a bit of background.... The River Dee at Llangollen, North Wales is well known amongst the white water kayaking community. It's a white water river that can be paddled all year round, perfect for introducing beginners in…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsJune 28, 2021

Events Touring Canoe-Kayaking Uncategorized

Maldon Canoe Club’s big clean up

Our waterways for many of our members are so much more than just a place to put a boat in for a paddle. They offer a place to relax and enjoy the tranquility. Which is why we help to keep…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsMay 20, 2021

Sea Kayaking Touring Canoe-Kayaking Uncategorized White Water Kayaking

MCC 2020 Club Award winners

At the last Comittee meeting the following awards were agreed upon: Clint Gaydon has bagged the best swim of 2020, showing great commitment to push the limits Clint achieved notable Swims on white water and on sea conditions at Bradwell.…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsMarch 22, 2021

Sea Kayaking Touring Canoe-Kayaking Uncategorized White Water Kayaking

MCC 2020 Club Awards

As per previous years we will be handing out awards that will be presented at our AGM. So far these are the awards and nominees. Please don’t be shy on nominations, there must be some swims and rescues not listed…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsNovember 16, 2020

Sea Kayaking Touring Canoe-Kayaking

Top tips for paddlers looking at British Canoeing progression/coaching awards

I have had a large number of members asking for clarification and advice about the different routes to British Canoeing progression/coaching awards, so I have attempted to simplify / explain the awards below: If you would like to progress and…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsNovember 11, 2020

Sea Kayaking Touring Canoe-Kayaking

Top 5 recommended ‘communication safety’ bits of kit for kayakers

Below is a list of 5 recommended pieces of equipment for Kayakers - Especially sea kayakers. A whistle - this can carry a lot further then voice and ensures others understand there’s an issue. Aim to get a good loud…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsOctober 22, 2020

Touring Canoe-Kayaking Uncategorized

Touring kayaks advice on boats & equipment

Further recommendations for looking at a touring kayaks. These types of kayaks cover a wide variety, so here's a few words of advice. Touring kayaks are generally up to 14ft in length, these kayaks are fine for up down the…

maldoncanoeclub_6we6fsAugust 6, 2020

Update on MCC new coaches and leaders

Congratulations to our members who have passed the Legacy assessment

Smiles all round at Lee Valley White Water Center

Del and Ad do the Dee

Maldon Canoe Club’s big clean up

MCC 2020 Club Award winners

MCC 2020 Club Awards

Top tips for paddlers looking at British Canoeing progression/coaching awards

Top 5 recommended ‘communication safety’ bits of kit for kayakers

Touring kayaks advice on boats & equipment

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