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Ascot Kayak Club

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 430 561 853

Address: Fauntleroy Ave, Ascot 6104 Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.ascotkayakclub.asn.au

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25.01.2022 https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=225161

25.01.2022 REGISTER FOR NANGA CHALLENGE 2020 ! Rego back up and New Category for 2020: DOUBLE MOUNTAIN BIKE - 60K Its time to go bush again adventure junkies. Ascot Kayak Clubs multisport event in the Jarrah forest surrounding Dwellingup is set for Saturday 12th September.... Register here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=217060 With the absence of the Avon Descent on this years kayaking calendar, this is the year you must try the Nanga Challenge if you have never experienced this fun event. The paddle leg is grade 1 at typical water levels, with only one or two small rapids, (some experience in moving water a prerequisite of entry), is very achievable. This years course will have the added bonus of some new Mtb single track and some previously unused tracks on the run leg. Enter the short or long course in either solo or a relay team, a pairs category - where you complete the entire course with a mate, or the Duathlon - no paddle leg, are all available options. Come down early and get a feel for the single track, or stay on Sunday and explore more of the many new Mtb trails in the area. Maybe even a relaxed social paddle on the Sunday morning, or enjoy coffee in Pinjarra or Dwellingup on the drive home. Camping at the Chuditch site has been reserved for Nanga entrants, volunteers and families, so the more the merrier. Camping has been discounted by DPaW for our event and is at $11.00 per night per person, children at $3.00. There are no fires allowed in order to protect local Fauna in and around this campground by the Murray River, but there is a large communal kitchen we can share prior to and post event. Applicable Covid guidelines of the day will need to be followed, etc, so remember your hand sanitiser and personal hygiene. Now get out there and ride and run some hills, you will enjoy the event a whole lot more. Look forward to seeing you all there. Grant, Doug and the organising team.

24.01.2022 A huge thankyou to everyone who came down to the annual club cleanup this morning. A club is only as successful as its active members and if today is anything to go by - we are in for a great year! It’s looking squeaky clean... One task left - a call out if someone can wash the lounge covers in the next couple of days (AKC will reimburse the cost if you take to a laundromat) because we have many hall bookings at the moment. They are already removed ready to go. Thankyou.

24.01.2022 All welcome for division seeded racing over 1000m, 500m and 200m

24.01.2022 Results are in - thanks everyone for being part of the mini Adventure Race.

23.01.2022 Moore River & Mixed Doubles State Champs

23.01.2022 Register for Paddle WA Special Ski Regatta, Sun Aug 30th

23.01.2022 AKC BOAT RACKS The waiting list for a boat rack is currently close to 40. This is the largest it has ever been The by-law clearly states boat racks can't be used for long term storage. With the membership renewal coming up, we are putting a call (plea) to the members who have a boat stored at the club, which isn't being used to consider taking their boat home and relinquishing the rack for an active paddler. This way we can quickly reduce the waiting list.... We would appreciate it very much and it would help out our incredibly hard working boat bay administrator. If you are wanting to relinquish your boat bay please email [email protected] ASAP. The boat will need to be removed by 30th September. An audit was completed of the boat racks yesterday and a number of inactive boats have been identified. Thanks for your cooperation. AKC Boat Bays and Committee

23.01.2022 Womens Masters Training & State Sprint Canoe Regatta - Entries are full within 24h of the launch!We are sorry to all those who missed out on the program. It is fantastic to see such a great uptake in Masters (30+) Women.

22.01.2022 FUNKY PANTS UPDATE - For the members who ordered 2020 AKC Funky Pants - great news . They have been despatched from South Africa via Fed Ex and delivery estimate is late next week. We will notify you of collection details once we have them in our hot little hands. Looking forward to 'free speed' .

22.01.2022 Go here to register: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=217060 Email [email protected] if you would like to volunteer. We need:

21.01.2022 Saturday 10-12noon - If you have a physical disability or know someone who does and would like to learn to paddle, we are running a Free come and try this Saturday AKC is excited to launch the first club based paracanoe programme in WA. We are running a free Come and Try session on 5th December 10-12noon. Learn a new skill in a supported environment. Contact [email protected] for more info. Live_Lighter... Healthway Paddle WA #paddlewa #HealthwayWA #livelighter Inside WAIS See more

20.01.2022 Thanks Beck Florisson for some great photos of the Paracanoe Come and Try at AKC. AKC has launched the first ever club based Paracanoe program in WA (maybe even Australia?) If you are interested in trying paddling or would love to help out please email [email protected] and register your interest. We have a junior school holiday course starting on the 11th January for 4 sessions. 8-16 years More photos https://www.srfphoto.com.au//Para%20Canoe%20Come%20and%20T For b...ookings for junior APPS course visit www.ascotkayakclub.asn.au and search shop Paddle WA Paddle Australia Inside WAIS Live_Lighter Healthway #paddlewa #livelighter #movemore #MoveStronger #creatingahealthierWA #vajdakayaks Kathleen O'Kelly-Kennedy Ramon Andersson #ascotkayakclub #akcjuniors See more

20.01.2022 Nanga Challenge 2020

20.01.2022 Pairs Enduro BBQ Call for Volunteers This Sunday AKC is hosting the Pairs Enduro. AKC Junior’s are supplying food (Bacon and Egg Rolls) to competitors and spectators at the end of the race. We were wondering as to whether any club members not competing in the Pairs Enduro would be willing/available to volunteer some time on Sunday morning to help with the BBQ?... Date: Sunday 22nd November Where: AKC Time: 0800 1030 (Approx. You do not have to be available for the whole duration) If you are willing or available to help out, please put your name down on the volunteer roster. Here is the link: https://docs.google.com//1jqmsV20dxOscKP-Q-ckbIsnyTm/edit Please contact Jane at [email protected] if you have any other questions or queries. Thank you so much! We really appreciate all your help

20.01.2022 Lots of free speed tonight at the club time trial. AKC Funky Pants made all the difference Next pick up Saturday morning from 8.30am - 10am

20.01.2022 Register or Volunteer/Sponsor 2020 Nanga Challenge Go here to register: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=217060... Email [email protected] if you would like to volunteer. We need: Volunteers: Timers, Spotters, Race pack packers, Cooks, Check point marshalls, Boat handlers Sponsors: Anyone who would like to put a few prizes up

20.01.2022 Paracanoe Come and Try

19.01.2022 The WA Slalom Technical Committee are running their annual Walyunga Camp this Saturday and Saunday. They have coaches available for adult beginners, juniors (who have had some previous whitewater experience) and our high performance athletes. Can't attend all weekend? We have one day options available as well. AKC members are able to borrow club boats if you don't have anything suitable.... Registrations close this Friday so get your registrations in for a fun weekend out on the water! See more

18.01.2022 Last club breakfast for the year Saturday 19th. Enjoy a bacon and egg roll and fresh coffee from - Jeannette Busch - our very favourite coffee lady. Thanks Jeanette for being part of Saturday mornings. If you’re celebrating Xmas at Sandy Beach call into AKC after for a coffee and spread some Xmas cheer

18.01.2022 Peer Group Social Paddle, Jurien Bay, Friday, 18th September to Sunday/Monday, 20th/21st September This is our second attempt to do this peer group paddling weekend, the first being a Covid casualty!... We plan to paddle about 12km on each day of the weekend, starting early mornings; to Seal Rocks and nearby islands scattered along the coast, then, from Sandy Cape south past Sandlands Island to an unnamed cove just north of the bay (and return). As usual, these plans are subject to the weather! Theres also a shorter paddle to Favourite Island available if we want to do that, about 6km total. The offshore reefs and islands protect this area from the Indian Ocean swells, so it is suitable for less experienced sea kayakers. We wont be negotiating surf take off or landings. You need to have a suitable ocean going craft and various other items required for sea kayakers. We will be up to 2 nautical miles off the mainland and within 400m from the offshore islands. You can check what you need here. Also, contact me, if needed, for more detail on this. Rivergods has suitable craft for hire, including doubles, if you dont have the right boat amongst your fleet. Reasonably priced. For non-paddling partners/friends who might like to come along there are activities and special sights in the area worth checking out. Cycle the 12km coastal bike path which goes from the harbour south to Hill River. Lunch at the Lobster Shack in nearby Cervantes. Wildflowers are likely to be out in abundance at nearby Mt Lesueur National Park where theres also a trail to the summit. Likewise, flowers at The Pinnacles National Park. Stockyard Gully has a cave system. The walktrail at Green Head encompasses the gorgeous but mysteriously named Dynamite Bay. We will stay at the caravan park in the centre of the small town - one can camp and there are chalets. Jurien Bay is about 2 hours 20mts drive from the CBD. To express your interest or for more information please contact Robyn [email protected] Photo shows indented coastline looking towards Sandy Cape.

17.01.2022 Entries close tonight: All paddlers welcome

17.01.2022 Nanga Challenge Packs completed thanks to the A Team - love the RU OK? cupcakes. Our nominated charity this year is Zero to Hero - supporting youth mental health. On Saturday come on down to watch some great adventure racing and cheer your mates on

17.01.2022 Thanks to Cassie Rowe MLA for coming down to support our club and the proposed State Slalom Centre project. City of Belmont, WA team and councillors, thanks for your support also, exciting things are happening at Garvey Park. We agree - the beginner course instructors are AKC legends To all our volunteers and paddlers thanks for making the morning a success.

16.01.2022 NEXT SOCIAL PADDLE, SERPENTINE RIVER 8th or 15th Aug Serpentine River, Lakes and Wetlands, about 20km. Either Saturday, 8th August or Saturday, 15th August This is a flatwater paddle suitable for paddlers with some experience and able to do the distance. We put in at Karnup Road bridge, paddling down the (man-modified) river, now a channel, eventually finding our way across the wetlands to Lake Amarillo, then on to the wooden bridge for a picnic lunch. Then its a matter o...f following sections of river which connect lakes Guanarnup and Yalbanberup to our finish at Woodland Parade. One is surrounded mostly by natural environment: wooded banks, rushes and sedges with many waterbirds and even kangaroos. It can be interesting finding the way to Lake Amarillo across the wetlands! We need a bit more rain for this, hence the two possible dates. If there is enough water by the end of the week, 8th August, then well go, if not, we will try for the following week with fingers crossed for a front or two to pass overhead. The meeting place and put-in, 9am, at Karnup Road bridge is easy to find, just follow the Karnup Road exit, about 50km from CBD down the freeway towards Mandurah. We need to do a car shuffle beforehand as its a one-way paddle. You will need all day for this trip. Photo shows our group at the old wooden bridge, Keralup, on our last paddle here, on the lower half of this section of the Serpentine. With club approval it is possible to borrow a boat - you need to contact Mark, [email protected] to arrange this. There is interest in this paddle and I will restrict numbers, so let me know asap if you are hoping to come. Robyn [email protected]

16.01.2022 Start Lists: 2020 Nanga Challenge

16.01.2022 Last chance to register for the WA Slalom Camp. Registrations close today! https://www.webscorer.com/registerlist

14.01.2022 https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=226899

14.01.2022 Updated Marathon Schedule 20/21:

14.01.2022 REGISTER FOR 2020 MARATHON #3 MANDURAH CANALS

13.01.2022 FUNKY PANTS Theyre here Pick up from 5pm tomorrow- Wednesday 2nd at club. So excited

13.01.2022 Paracanoe Fundraiser Movie, Event Cinemas, Innaloo, Sat 23rd

13.01.2022 At the Pairs Enduro we celebrated 70 years between the youngest and oldest paddler competing in the long course. Ray Smith and Beau Jacob - awesome work. What a fantastic sport to be involved in . Thankyou to all the AKC volunteers who came together to ensure the event ran smoothly. To our setup, BBQ and clean up team from the AKC juniors - thankyou, - feeding hungry paddlers is stressful Also for helping raise a few $'s to ensure our junior paddlers continue to enjoy th...eir paddling at AKC. Live_Lighter Healthway LiveLighter WA Paddle WA City of Belmont, WA Epic Kayaks & Paddles Epic Kayaks West Australia #creatingahealthierWA #livelighter #HealthwayWA #akcjuniors #ascotkayakclub #movemore #moveoften #movestronger

13.01.2022 So......something incredibly exciting happened this morning for the paddling community of WA... Introducing the State Slalom Centre of WA. A formal Thankyou will follow, but just wanted to let you all know the news, we are still all jumping up and down and cant concentrate We are grateful to Cassie Rowe MLA for her ongoing support and the McGowan Govt - Hon Mick Murray MLA, Thankyou. ... Media release is hot off the press Steve Mueller, Paddle WA, WA State Team - Canoe/Kayak Slalom Inside WAIS

12.01.2022 Club roller doors: These have often been left open with no-one around, especially the general members side. Last person out must shut the door.... PLEASE

12.01.2022 We're lighting up the BBQ on Wednesday after the time trial to thank Beau for his contribution to AKC. All welcome BYO food and drink.

12.01.2022 TIME TRIAL TONIGHT SHORTENED -JUST THREE LAPS Gives everyone time to come to Avon mtg at 7.00pm

12.01.2022 AKC is excited to launch the first club based paracanoe programme in WA. We are running a free Come and Try session on 5th December 10-12noon. Learn a new skill in a supported environment. Contact [email protected] for more info. Live_Lighter Healthway Paddle WA #paddlewa #HealthwayWA #livelighter Inside WAIS

11.01.2022 WA Slalom Summer Series #3 - Sunday 6th December 3pm. Sunday's race is a PARALLEL SLALOM RACE and will be held at Ascot Kayak Club. There will also be CASH PRIZES! Being a parallel slalom race (with handicap starts) anyone can win so we encourage all juniors (& those not so junior) to join in the fun! There will also be a BBQ (please byo food and drinks), presentations and the annoucement of our 2020/2021 Slalom WASPS Team after the race.... Racing starts at 3:00pm. Race Fee $10 payable on the day. Look forward to seeing you all. https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=228700

11.01.2022 Funky Pants - Delivery Update After tracking them around the world (twice ) They are the closest they have been to Ascot in their life! ... Fingers crossed for delivery today Well keep you updated!

11.01.2022 Due to the low water levels the decision has been made to move the race on Saturday to Ascot. As this race will now be held on flatwater we encourange all of our juniors (& those not so junior ) to give it a go! We will also have a BBQ afterwards Don't forget to register through webscorer by Friday 18th. https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=222296

11.01.2022 Social Paddle - environs Walpole Friday, 23rd to Tuesday/Wednesday 26th/27th January, 2021, or part thereof. Camp with us in a group at the well located Rest Point caravan park or arrange your own accomodation. ... Paddles possible are on the Deep River, Nornalup Inlet, the Frankland River and Irwin Inlet - Bow River. Included are a couple of short hikes to the pristine beaches fronting the Southern Ocean and maybe up to the top of Mount Frankland for big views of the area. Trip lengths vary - from 12km to about 22km, depending on who comes! They’re all flat water and two are on sheltered rivers so they’re easy paddling for non-regular paddlers. Any boat in which you are stable (and with a rudder for the chop producing afternoon sea breeze on the inlets) is suitable for all the paddles. It’s all here: http://members.iinet.net.au/~rokhor/canoe/walpoleind.html There are other many other sights and activities in this scenic area for non-paddling spouses/partners/friends who may wish to come along. This is a peer group paddle - just means you need to be sufficiently experienced to only undertake trips during which you can be responsible for yourself. The Rest Point caravan park still had some tent sites available on Sunday - close together - but we need to book before they are taken. Each site is for 2 adults - $42 per night. Extra for extra persons. Two small tents should fit on one site. Deposit (non-refundable) one night, ie., $42. So make up your mind quickly if you are interested. Please contact Robyn, [email protected] if you wish to join in or need to know more. If you wish to enquire about borrowing a club boat please contact the Boat Officer, [email protected].

11.01.2022 UPDATE - SafeWA App Please download the SafeWA app prior to visiting AKC on the 5th December or be prepared to manually register your attendance in the paper based register from 5th December. This requirement is mandatory for any person over 16 if you want to use the AKC facilities. Unaccompanied children under 16 are encouraged, but not required to register. Adults accompanying children under 16 are encouraged to register for them. AKC comes under the classification of gyms,... indoor sporting centres and pools and as such are required to maintain a contact register for the purposes of WA Health Department COVID-19 Contact tracing, should it be required. From December 5th there will be a QR code on posters at different locations, you will only need to scan this code once at every visit to AKC regardless of what part of the club you entered/used. Thankyou for your co-operation See more

11.01.2022 We'll be tidying up the store in the member's shed and putting Nanga stuff back at 4.00 pm on Monday afternoon. All help will be very welcome

10.01.2022 Draft Marathon Calendar & Upcoming Events:

10.01.2022 Containers for Change - AKC juniors are going places - Tyler has just raised $136 for the junior program by collecting cans and bottles. Awesome work Tyler that is a lot of collecting ( the whole family has been busy and has raised over $350 for AKC since ‘containers for change’ started) Our junior program can’t thank you enough for kicking off our fundraising efforts. AKC is registered - so don’t throw your containers in the bin - when you hand them in quote AKC’s number and raise a few $’s for the club. Just quote the scheme Id number.

10.01.2022 Start List Pairs Enduro Check-in 07.00 Briefing 08.00 Start 08.30... https://www.webscorer.com/startlist?raceid=228141

10.01.2022 Reminder: Entries close Tonight Midnight

10.01.2022 We have 6 vacancies on the 4 week Adult introductory course starting this Saturday (5th September). They will fill fast http://www.ascotkayakclub.asn.au/for-sale/ Perfect time to learn to paddle or if you are an existing member, take this opportunity to brush up on a few skills before the warm weather is upon us. Don't leave it until the summer months because there is always a waiting list grab a friend and enjoy what our club has to offer.... It's lots of fun and our legend team of qualified volunteer instructors tell me they haven't ever lost anyone around the back of the island You're guaranteed to learn and share a few laughs. See more

08.01.2022 Serpentine River Social Paddle, Saturday, 15th August Please note that the paddle on the Serpentine River will be on Saturday, 15th August. Earlier we thought this coming weekend might be a goer, but no. There is good rain forecast for a few days starting on Sunday and that should fill up the Serpentine and its lakes nicely.... If youre thinking of joining in please contact Robyn, [email protected] .

08.01.2022 ANYONE AVAILABLE AND KEEN TO SPONSOR NANGA CHALLENGE ? If you are able to sponsor the event with some prizes please email [email protected]

06.01.2022 Spreading a little Xmas cheer at Ascot Kayak Club. Thanks everyone for making our annual Xmas party such a lovely night Wendy Burdett your decorations are incredible - every year they get better Stephen your music was appreciated by all, and Santa can we have a recurring booking for same time next year? Thanks to all and Merry Christmas

06.01.2022 Don't forget to register for the slalom race tomorrow by 5pm tonight.

05.01.2022 Boat Rack audit this morning has resulted in one boat in a rack that doesn’t belong. If it’s yours it needs to be removed immediately. Thankyou.

05.01.2022 The AIS has partnered with the Black Dog Institute to deliver the Mental Fitness Program to 12-18 year olds across the country. AKC is privileged to present this important programme to the paddling community. Thanks Jaime Roberts for giving up your time to help the young members of the paddling community WEDNESDAY 9th SEPTEMBER 6-7pm Presented by Olympic sprint paddler - Jaime Roberts... FREE Bookings are essential as numbers are limited due to COVID restrictions. http://www.ascotkayakclub.asn.au/for-sale/ The Bite Back Mental Fitness Challenge aims to help young people improve their mental fitness, increase their happiness, reduce stress, improve friendships and focus. The challenges are made up of 6 weekly individual challenges that give participants the opportunity to test out positive psychology techniques. To find out more about the program follow this link - https://www.ais.gov.au/mental-fitness-program#jaime_roberts 'In times like this it is important to communicate with our friends and family and ask for help when we need it. The Black Dog Institute provides some great resources in relation to mental health. This is an area I am personally working on throughout this time in lockdown; making myself more mentally resilient. Ive done a bit of work with development athletes over my time. I really enjoy guiding them through their sporting journey and helping them deal with the stress associated with balancing life, school, work, study or whatever it is. I know that its quite dynamic. Im happy to help in any way I can, no matter how big or small.' JAIME ROBERTS - AIS Mental Fitness Program

05.01.2022 Friday morning 15th from 6am AKC change rooms closed to allow for installation of skirtings. Disabled shower remains open.Friday morning 15th from 6am AKC change rooms closed to allow for installation of skirtings. Disabled shower remains open.

04.01.2022 The State Slalom Centre of WA grant to AKC made the front page of the Southern Gazette - a fantastic facility for the whole Western Australian paddling community. If you live in the Belmont, Rivervale, Vic Park area be sure to pick a copy up to find out more about what is planned. ... Cassie Rowe MLA Paddle WA Team Australia - Sprint/Slalom

03.01.2022 Results from Moore River & Mixed Doubles this AM

02.01.2022 We received new cushions for AKC lounges today. Merry Christmas AKC...Thanks to Tim (Kylie’s husband) who picked them up for us. Apparently Santa’s sleigh was full . If you are interested in the old ones please contact Kylie [email protected] - going free to a good home (all except the corner angled cushion)

02.01.2022 Looking for a summer sport for the kids. Our next Junior intro to kayaking course (Ascot Paddle Passport - APP's) starts tomorrow) - We still have a few vacancies The next APP's Course commences this Saturday 14th November. ... Bookings essential here: https://bookeo.com/akcintrocourse A fun, safe and rewarding course where children discover the unique sport of kayaking An engaging game and play based program, that keeps children active and challenged, while introducing basic paddling skills The perfect nature based activity that develops resilience and confidence in young people. On completion of this course there will be opportunities for continued recreational, competitive or adventurous kayaking in our Junior Paddling Program. 4 sessions aimed at children with little or no kayaking experience Minimum age : 8 years (must be able to swim 50m) - No Kayaking experience necessary. All equipment provided Age 8 - 12 - No Kayaking experience necessary. All equipment provided Age 13-16 Cost: $60 per child (GST Inclusive) for 4 sessions. Dates: Sat 14th, 21st, 28th Nov & 5th Dec Times: Saturday 8.30am-9.30am Healthway Live_Lighter Paddle WA Rather Be Paddling #creatingahealthierWA #livelighter #paddlewa

02.01.2022 Strategy or speed....serious planning

01.01.2022 Mental Fitness program thanks to AIS, Paddle Aus & Jaime Roberts. Dont forget to register for the AIS Mental Fitness presentation at AKC - Wednesday night from 6-7pm. Targeted for junior athletes to 18 years, athletes up to 25 years are invited to attend and will benefit. Mental fitness is just as important as your physical fitness. Its free and places are limited due to COVID restrictions. ... Paddle WA Inside WAIS Ramon Andersson Book at www.ascotkayakclub.asn.au (under shop) See more

01.01.2022 Results 2020 Nanga Challenge

01.01.2022 Come down to the club tomorrow morning (9-10am) and enjoy a FREE Brekky Roll and chat. We have many City of Belmont councillors and Cassie Rowe MLA joining us to familiarise themselves with the proposed State Slalom Centre course - replacing the coat hanger style gates at Garvey Park This project is so exciting for all paddling disciplines and will benefit paddlers of all ages and abilities. Paddle WA... Look forward to seeing as many member as possible See more

01.01.2022 Please see below for details of the WA Slalom Camp. If you haven't registered get in quick as registrations are closing soon! (If you can't make the whole weekend we have single day sessions avaiable.) CAMP PROGRAMME... Saturday 8am - 9:30am NDS/WASPS/U23 Athletes Coach John Wilke 10:30am - 12:00pm NDS/WASPS/U23 Athletes Coach Zlatan Ibrahimbegovic Juniors Coach John WIlke Clare Pankhurst Steve Barnes Adults Coach Terry Bolland 1:00pm - 2:30pm NDS/WASPS/U23 Athletes Coach John Wilke Juniors Coach Clare Pankhurst Steve Barnes Adults Coach Terry Bolland Sunday 8:00am - 9:30am NDS/WASPS/U23 Athletes Coach Zlatan Ibrahimbegovic Juniors Coach Calre Pankhurst Steve Barnes Adults Coach Terry Bolland 10:30am State Championship Race 12:30pm (approx) Lunch (provided) & Presentations Andy's famous fruit toast, hot chocolate and coffee will be available all weekend!

01.01.2022 Registration for 2020 Nanga Challenge closes Wednesday night !