Thanks to all who came along this weekend and participated – we had around eighty paddlers on the water. Thanks most of all to the numerous volunteers who helped run trips; the event hangs together by the thread of your generous assistance. Everyone I spoke to (and I’ve spoken to a lot of people this weekend…) enjoyed their paddle trips with you. Thanks also to the speakers who entertained us on Saturday night and to PH Kayaks for bringing lots of toys down for folk to play with. I’ve already spoken to the Pig’s Nose Inn and passed on our thanks for letting them use the hall.
I had actually forgotten just how attractive and unique the South Hams coast is, and I particularly enjoyed the fantastic swelly rockhopping through the reefs east of Salcombe (that I believe accounted for a few swimmers…). I’ve also met some great people, so I’ve had a great weekend myself. However the really good news is that – although I have yet to do the final sums – the event raised well in excess of £1000 for Devon Air Ambulance and Dartmoor Rescue Group. This is a very long way past sums raised on previous meets. I will post up the final figures in the next few days.
Various photos of the event are appearing here and here. By all means add your own…
Mark / Heather, what a good weekend…the paddling, paddling companions, group leaders, evening speakers, charity funds raised, pig’s nose, beer, BBQ, atmosphere, all teriffic. Thanks for putting this together and creating well organised weekend that had such a relaxed and enjoyable feel.
Richie (Pembrokeshire)
When I grow up I want to be like Tim (in the green boat)!
Thanks for a great paddle and drinks to everybody I met.
Peter
Hi,
I really want to be part of this event next year! Do you have a plan yet?
After all you have had a month to rest now!
Regards
Garypaddles