Weekend in Ross on wye 8-10 September - updated

edited August 2017 in Friends Trips
Susan, Will and I have been talking for a while about doing a trip on the Wye at the end of the season.
Heading up after work on Friday 8th Sept and back later in the afternoon on Sunday 10th.

We dont have any specific plans yet. We have taken open, short and sea boats down the Wye before.

If you are interested please put your name down below. When we know better numbers etc we can plan more.

This could be a good consolidation for people

Interested

Susan
Will
Mike
Tony W.
Jacqui
John Miller
Carol Shaw
Adrian T +1
Caroline W

++++++++++++update +++++++++++++++

ok we are looking to base ourselves at the Jovial Colliers Inn (www.jovialcolliersinn.co.uk) a bunkhouse which is a short drive from the river.

I am planning to book at least 1 of the bunk house rooms (if more people want to come along, then maybe sole use of the bunkhouse), and the plan would be to travel up on the Friday evening, paddle sections of the Wye Sat & Sun with a mid afternoon finish on the Sunday to allow for the drive home. This was for many years an annual Exeter trip and last run a few years gap.

The Wye is grade 1-2 with the only mentionable rapids being Symonds Yat http://publications.environment-agency.gov.uk/PDF/GEMI1011BUJD-E-E.pdf

This trip is ideal for those of you who have joined this year and want to practice your paddling skills

I would like to confirm a booking with them ideally by next weekend.

The cost is £25 per night and INCLUDES full English Breakfast in the pub.

Friday night make your own food arrangements maybe eating at the bar as you arrive or self cater.

Sat night evening meal we plan to jointly self cater in the bunkhouse which has a great communal cooking/eating room, more detail on those arrangements once the group is formed.

Can you please confirm below if you are up for a weekend away? Can you also confirm what boat you will be taking (open / recreational/white water / PLASTIC sea kayak) and if you would need transtport or you can transport yourselves (and boat(s)).

Confirmed so far

Mike B - own Open Boat - own car (+Owens trailer)
Susan - own Open Boat (on trailer)
Will - own Open Boat - own car
Adrian +1 - own car - 2 boats
Caroline - club open boat (on trailer) + car
Karen Young - club open boat (on trailer) + car
Mark lt - own boat + car
Tony W - orange LV scorpio
Trevor Marsh - car plus Scorpio

Comments

  • I fancy it if b n b accommodation possible: I know the young and fit will have bunkhouse/ camp!
  • I'd be interested
  • updated in main message
  • Me - open boat (can take people in my car but need transport for boat please)
  • Very sorry, can't come cos work stuff. Have fun!
  • Looking to confirm with venue this week. Any more takers? Ideal first trip so suitable for those on the 2 star course.
  • Any prefence on boat Trevor?
  • I have paid deposit on 10 bunks at present. If you want to pay me and i will settle up with the colliers that is fine, if you wish to pay on arrival that is also fine.

    Can we have a get together on TUESDAY 29TH AUGUST 8.45-9pm to sort transport and hopefully answer any questions people might have.

    Nb plan to self cater on the Saturday- there is no longer a microwave/cooker in the bunkhouse.
  • Hopefully everyone has had an email from me!
  • Hopefully you have now!
  • Suggested kit list as promised.
    Bunkhouse kit list
    • Usual overnight stuff plus
    • Sleeping bag or duvet (sheets are provided)
    • Pillow case (pillows are provided)
    • Towels

    On water kit list
    • Buoyancy aid
    • Appropriate paddles (two each for canoes)
    • Spraydecks (kayaks only)
    • Kneeling mat (canoes only)
    • Cagoule: wind and waterproof but not necessarily specific to watersports
    • Spare clothing
    • Sun hat / warm hat
    • Food and drink
    • Sun cream

    Optional extras for paddling
    • Hot drink
    • Whistle
    • Waterproof trousers
    • Personal first aid kit
  • Food festival on piazza thursday night as well....
  • Something like that!
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