Date:

13 Jul 24

Time:

01:30 PM

Length:

Half-Day

Difficulty:

Easy

Paddleboarding is a fun easy way to get out on to the water. You can sit, kneel or stand & they’re very easy to quickly get the hang of. We’ll supply all the equipment you’ll need including bouyancy aids to keep you safe. Once we’ve got the hang of the board then we will go for a little journey to see what we can see.

Wetsuits are highly recommended.
Nicholl End Marina will supply a wetsuit and there is changing rooms on site. You’ll need swimwear for underneath it.
Some people feel more comfortable wearing loose shorts or waterproof trousers over the top.
If you don’t want to wear a wetsuit that’s OK. You’ll need to wear clothes you are able to swim in and that will be warm-ish and not too heavy when wet.
You must wear shoes of some kind.

Walk Type:

Specialist

Group Size:

6

Terrain Type:

Lowland

Paths Type:

Off-path

Ascent Type:

Flat

Please note this is the afternoon Paddle Board session – if you want to do the morning canoe session you need to book it separately. 

Walk Leader - beth

Beth is a qualified Mountain Leader & also has Mental Health & Outdoor First Aid qualifications – you’ll be in safe hands. Beth is also one of our ‘qualified to take you on & in the water’ leaders – so lots of adventuring opportunities!

Beth has worked in the outdoors for over a decade her infectious enthusiasm for making days out special is an inspiration to be around. Beth also leads our Women Only events. Beth is based in the Scottish Highlands but can often be found down in the Lake District. She says the middle of Derwentwater is her favourite place to recharge her batteries.

Kit List

MEETING PLACE - Nichol end Marina

There is some parking at the Marina, but it is limited. If you are able to car share, or walk from Portinscale (approx 15 mins) please do.

Facilities

Toilets and cafe at Nichol End.

Mixed Weather

We’re expecting mixed weather and possibly a few splashes. Please bring waterproof trousers and coat. As well as any extras you need to be comfortable. We’ll put them in a waterproof bag to bring with us. You’ll need shoes you can get wet – welly boots, trainers, crocs, water shoes are all good. And a spare dry pair fpr after of course!

Donations

All of our walks are provided free of charge thanks to our funders, generous donations and our passionate volunteers. If you’re interested in supporting wellness walks by volunteering or donating please follow the links below. We look forward to walking with you!

Book a Space

Price:

Free

Important:

  • You MUST book a place on this walk via the Wellness Walks site. You MUST supply the information requested – this is to keep YOU & our leaders safe in the unlikely event of an emergency.
  • If you do not have suitable clothing & equipment you may not be allowed on a walk for your own safety.

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