Adventure group – kayaking at Exeter Quay
We are delighted to announce our first adventure: kayaking at Exeter Quay. This is what you need to know:
| Nature of activity | Following appropriate beginner level instruction, we will be Kayaking from Exeter Quay to Double Locks and back. This will involve about 40 minutes paddling each way. There will be time for a breather and a drink at the Double Locks pub. |
| Name of u3a organiser and organiser’s contact details | Miggie Pickton, email via: enquiries@u3a.dawlish.info |
| Location of activity | Kayakhub, Exeter Quay |
| Date and start time | 20th October 2021; 1pm start.
Please aim to arrive there about 15 mins before this. |
| Duration | Approximately 3 hours |
| Cost, including deposit required | £35 |
| Cost includes | Hire of kayak, buoyancy aid and dry bag; kayaking instruction; and accompanied paddle to Double Locks. (Any drinks at the pub will be at your own expense.) |
| Deadline for commitment | £10 deposit per person to be paid to Dawlish and District u3a Treasurer by 12th October 2021.
Bank details are as follows: Name of bank: NatWest |
| Deadline for payment in full | Balance to be paid directly to Kayakhub on the day. |
| Cancellation policy | Full refund for cancellation up to 17th October; loss of deposit thereafter (or deposit may be transferred to another booking with Kayakhub). |
| Procedure for notifying group if provider cancels | In the event of cancellation I will send an email to all those who have booked and update the details on the website. Please check the website on the morning of the activity in case of last minute cancellation. |
| Level of fitness required or any particular skills (you must satisfy yourself that you are physically able to participate in the activity). | Kayakhub require that all hirers should be able to swim at least 25 metres.
You will be expected to climb in and out the kayak, lift it out of the water and carry it a short distance (with help). If on the day you are unable to cope with a kayak, it may be possible to switch to a more easily accessed canoe. |
| Personal medical conditions | If you have any medical conditions that might affect your ability to paddle then you should declare this to Kayakhub on arrival. |
| Disclaimer | Please note that whilst the u3a organisers are concerned for everyone’s welfare, by taking part in this activity you should recognise that your safety is your own responsibility. |
| Appropriate footwear & clothing | We have been advised to wear clothes that one would normally wear for hiking (for example, weather appropriate and waterproof outerwear and quick drying tops and trousers). I am assured that it is unlikely that you will fall in but it is extremely likely that you will get wet in places. Please note that there are no changing facilities at Kayakhub’s base so you should arrive in the clothes you plan to kayak in. (That said, I understand that they have a van which can be used for changing in an emergency)
Footwear should have non slip soles. |
| Toilet / refreshment facilities | Toilets and refreshments are available at the many cafes and restaurants at Exeter Quay and at the Double Locks pub. |
| Equipment provided | You will be provided with a buoyancy aid and a dry bag for your personal belongings. Please leave valuables at home. |
| Meeting point | The meeting point is just opposite from Compass Quay, Maritime Court EX2 8GW on the left hand side in between the sailing boats. If you have any trouble finding this then please ring Kayakhub on 07527 422055. |
| Public transport and car parking facilities | Exeter St Thomas railway station is about a half mile walk away from the meeting point or car parking is available for £3 all day at the overflow car park at the back of Michael Browning Way (a 2 min walk to the Kayakhub base from here). Further details here. |
| COVID-19 | Kayakhub are COVID aware and ensure all equipment is cleaned between uses.
Participants should follow government guidelines in travelling to the activity; maintaining physical distance; wearing face coverings and avoiding sharing food, drink and equipment. It is recommended that you bring your own hand sanitiser. |
| Risk assessment | A risk assessment has been conducted for this activity. It is recommended that you read this. Please find it here. |
Any questions? Just get in touch via email: enquiries@u3a.dawlish.info.
Last updated 13/10/21