Hi, Chris and I will need transport for our two boats if anyone has space but should be able to get to and from Falmouth on public transport.
I've had surgery and have a follow up appointment tomorrow so should know then if I'm okay to go so will confirm tomorrow eve if that's okay but really hoping I'm fit.
In terms of loading, we both have commitments on Thursday already. I could help Wednesday eve or early Friday morning if anyone else is loading then.
Katherine
Thank you for the update. I should be able to take boats for both of you, and will load up on Thursday evening when others are there, no need for you to come. One concern is whether the Etain and the Virgo will sit well together on the roofrack so we may need to swap with other cars.
I cannot give you a lift to Falmouth as I am going to meetings in Cornwall on the way. I expect you will be able to get a lift home at the end of the trip. If you can bring some of your luggage to Exeter by Thursday evening I will be able to transport it for you. Others may be able to help with this as well.
I'll pick up a boat on Mon evening and drive direct from north of Okehampton leaving about 6:30 Friday evening. If that happens to suit anyone, I'm happy to give a lift e.g. from a train/bus station en route.
Katherine & Chris. If you need a lift down to Cornwall I can assist provided that you are able to organise others to take your boats. I will not be going down to the campsite until Saturday morning. (My son is at home on Friday and we have agreed to have dinner) I will be leaving from Ebford at 6.00am so you will need to find a way to get to Ebford for 6.00am. I have a large estate car so I am certain that I can accommodate you guys plus camping gear provided other take your boats, paddles and other club kit. If this works for you let me know. I will be returning on Monday after paddling.
Hi Jane, thank you so much - that is so kind. Unfortunately we're going to have to pull out. Had my check up and they said for strenuous activity I need another couple of weeks and no going in the sea. Really frustrating! We've seen the post about Autumn dates so will get ourselves sorted and put our availability on there as keen to get out once I'm healed up. Sorry to have to cancel at short notice, I'd hoped I'd be better by now. Hope to go next year. Thanks, Katherine
Hope you feel better soon Katherine! Shame you couldn’t make it. But hope you will feel properly better soon and can come out paddling again with us soon ☺️
Hi guys I'm thinking of joining you if it's not too late. We were hoping to arrive by sea (sailing boat) but the weather for mid next week is looking a bit rubbish. It'd be myself and my wife and my two kids of which Rowan is a member. Jane should I phone up and see if there is camping space still? I'll bring my own boat but would like to pickup a club boat for Rowan if that's ok
Hi Joe
If you want a hookup connection then you need to book, otherwise you can just join us. It is a very flexible campsite and they allow us to bring a group of any size.
Re a boat for Rowan the orange Virgo might be a good one, or one of the sportives.
Looking forwards to the weekend, I will arrive Friday evening and head home Sunday after paddling. Sorry can't make it this evening to help load, will load my car tomorrow. As it looks like the red Etain is now available I will take that instead of the aquanaut
Hi I will arrive tomorrow first thing and go back Sunday evening. Was a little concerned wouldn’t have my car back from garage in time therefore did not put anything on forum re lifts Guess all are sorted but if anyone needs a lift back plus boat on Sunday happy to help
Thank you Jane and everyone what a fab weekend!!! Always one of my fav trips and one I always tell everyone about as it’s always so amazing! Connar has already booked it off ready for next year 😁 thanks everyone for my support with my slow paddling at times. See you all soon 😃
Thank you to everyone who was leading this weekend - so many incredible experiences. I really appreciate your encouragement and support.
So lovely to be away and paddling in so many beautiful places with such a lovely group of people! Looking forward to next year already!
Jane, thanks for all the hard work and patience to organise such a great weekend. Lovely weather, lovely kayaking and lovely company. What more could anyone want?
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I will be going direct. I have a work meeting in the morning on Friday, but hope to head down early afternoon.
I've had surgery and have a follow up appointment tomorrow so should know then if I'm okay to go so will confirm tomorrow eve if that's okay but really hoping I'm fit.
In terms of loading, we both have commitments on Thursday already. I could help Wednesday eve or early Friday morning if anyone else is loading then.
Katherine
Thank you for the update. I should be able to take boats for both of you, and will load up on Thursday evening when others are there, no need for you to come. One concern is whether the Etain and the Virgo will sit well together on the roofrack so we may need to swap with other cars.
I cannot give you a lift to Falmouth as I am going to meetings in Cornwall on the way. I expect you will be able to get a lift home at the end of the trip. If you can bring some of your luggage to Exeter by Thursday evening I will be able to transport it for you. Others may be able to help with this as well.
I'll pick up a boat on Mon evening and drive direct from north of Okehampton leaving about 6:30 Friday evening. If that happens to suit anyone, I'm happy to give a lift e.g. from a train/bus station en route.
Sorry to hear that Katherine. Get better soon and we can go on the sea when you are ready.
Hi Joe
If you want a hookup connection then you need to book, otherwise you can just join us. It is a very flexible campsite and they allow us to bring a group of any size.
Re a boat for Rowan the orange Virgo might be a good one, or one of the sportives.
I will have room for people/things in my car if needed. Sorry, I had not been watching the chat.
Joe Yes I'll be there with a key.
Regret we cannot make it this weekend. Richard & Ellie.
Hi I will arrive tomorrow first thing and go back Sunday evening. Was a little concerned wouldn’t have my car back from garage in time therefore did not put anything on forum re lifts Guess all are sorted but if anyone needs a lift back plus boat on Sunday happy to help
So lovely to be away and paddling in so many beautiful places with such a lovely group of people! Looking forward to next year already!
... a few pics - another great BH weekend! Great company
Thanks Nigel - great photos as usual. Kathryn has taken some too…looking forward to them.
Jane, thanks for all the hard work and patience to organise such a great weekend. Lovely weather, lovely kayaking and lovely company. What more could anyone want?