Adventure group – RIB ride
Our next adventure is taking to the water again. This time we’re RIB riding out of the Quay at Teignmouth with Devon Sea Safari.
Here’s what you need to know:
| Nature of activity | Coastal tour in a fast moving rigid inflatable boat with opportunities to see marine wildlife (aka RIB ride). |
| Name of u3a organiser and organiser’s contact details | Ann Moran, email via: adventure@u3a.dawlish.info |
| Location of activity | Devon Sea Safari
Close to The Newquay Inn, Teignmouth. What Three Words ///performed.square.breathing |
| Date and start time | Thursday 6th October 2022 at 1pm Please try to arrive at the meeting point 30 mins early to give yourself time to walk to the Quay and check in. |
| Duration | 1.5 hours |
| Cost, including deposit required | £375 to charter the RIB
For 12 people this will be £31.25 per person. |
| Cost includes | 90 minutes’ chartered ride, based on DSS’s usual tours. We will be looking for marine mammals and coastal birds and also enjoying some travelling at speed. (See here for their usual offerings, ours will be based on this.) |
| Terms and conditions | Please familiarise yourself with Devon Sea Safari’s terms and conditions. |
| Deadline for commitment | You should book a place by notifying Ann of your intention to come by email by the end of Wednesday 14th September.
If we don’t get 12 people then Ann will email those who have booked for the trip to discuss further options. |
| Deadline for payment in full | Following confirmation, the full payment of £31.25 should be paid to Dawlish and District u3a Treasurer by the end of Sunday 18th September.
Bank details are as follows: Name of bank: NatWest Bank transfers are preferred but if you wish to pay by cheque please ensure the Treasurer has your cheque in sufficient time for it to clear by the deadline. If all payments are not received by the deadline we may lose our provisional booking. |
| Cancellation policy | Devon Sea Safari state: “if we don’t sail due to extreme weather you will get a full refund or we can move your trip to another time/day. Our skipper will always ensure that it’s safe to sail and may make last minute decisions.”
DSS will not cancel if it is simply raining. If you are unable to come, please note that we will still be obliged to pay the full charter fee and so, regretfully, unless you can find a replacement person you will lose your money. |
| Procedure for notifying group if provider cancels | In the event of cancellation Ann 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). | There are no particular physical requirements for this trip but please note that the Devon Sea Safari website states:
“Accessing the boat requires going down some steps from the quay which can sometimes be slippery” |
| Personal medical conditions | If you have any medical conditions that might affect your ability to sail then you should declare this to Devon Sea Safari 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 | From their website: “It is normally a lot cooler on the water so please wear nice warm clothes. Sunglasses and a waterproof jacket will be handy if it’s windy or rainy. Remember your binoculars and camera ready for spotting any wildlife.” |
| Toilet facilities / refreshments | Public toilets can be found nearby but there are none available on the boat. |
| Equipment provided | Life jackets. |
| Meeting point | Outside the Newquay Inn at 12:30pm. |
| Public transport and car parking facilities | The nearest public car park is Quay Rd, Teignmouth TQ14 8EL, a short walk away from Teignmouth fishing quay. There is a charge for parking.
Public transport is available from Dawlish to Teignmouth but if you need or can offer a lift please contact the organiser. |
| COVID-19 | This provider states: “Passengers with any doubts about the risks of contracting Covid 19 should not book”.
You should not attend if you think you have Covid. |
| Risk assessment | A risk assessment has been conducted for this activity. It is recommended that you read this. Please find it here. |
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Any questions? Just get in touch via email: adventure@u3a.dawlish.info.
Last updated 10/09/2022