Join us at the Tryweryn Festival this weekend.

Fancy going paddling at the weekend?

Some where with warm water perhaps? And guaranteed whitewater? And sun?

Well, why not come join us in North Wales for the Tryweryn Festival 2011? If it’s anything like last year’s it’s set to be a cracker.

Why should I go?

• Try the full Dagger Europe whitewater range. On real whitewater. For free.
• Get some coaching from top coaching providers including Palm’s Lowri Davies. Whether you want to gain confidence on grade 3/4, perfect your playboating, or simply fancy a guided trip of the scenic lower Tryweryn, these guys will be able to help you out. Sign up when you arrive.
• Race in the PALM 8-BALL! This is full contact paddling. Think head-to-head boaterX mixed with Robot Wars. The aim? Get to the bottom of the section first and avoid being taken out by one of many inflatable kayakers in your path…. (Exact time to be confirmed although probably Saturday afternoon)
• Leave your car at the takeout and take advantage of free shuttles throughout the weekend. Leaving you with more time on the water! Ace.
• Outfit your boat. Do you struggle getting the fit of your Dagger kayak just right? Come see us and we’ll help you pad it out to perfection!
• Discover Palm’s 2011 range. We’ll have experts on hand to talk you through the range and our design process.
• Bring your bike and take part in the multisport challenge.

Sounds good! How much is it?

Tickets are £25 and on sale now! Call the centre on 01678 521 083 or pop in to reception to book. Please advise of any dietary requirments at time of booking.
As with last year there will be shuttles from the lower river, camping at Bala Mill on Friday and Saturday night, evening entertainment and meals provided on Friday and Saturday night.

Where can I find out more information?

More info on Tryweryn Website

Facebook Event Page

I’m convinced, now show me some shots of last year’s 8-Ball Carnage!

I thought you’d never ask. Here you go.

This all sounds a bit advanced to me, is there anywhere I can go to try paddling for the first time?

Don’t forget, we’re also in the East Midlands this weekend at the Midsummer Great Escape in Belvoir Castle. The perfect opportunity to get on the water for the first time…

Come and Try Canoeing at the Midsummer Great Escape! Belvoir Castle (17–19 June 2011)

We’re off to Belvoir Castle in the midlands this weekend to take canoeing to the masses! We want to get as many people on the water as possible and will have all the boats, equipment and expert coaches you need. If you haven’t tried canoeing before, now’s a fantastic chance to try something new! Your ‘come and try it’ session can be booked at the show and full details will be in the showguide which you will receive on arrival.

Other than the chance to try the fastest growing watersport in the UK, The Great Escape offers you:

• Over 180 exhibitors selling everything from luxury British, European and American motorhomes and caravans as well as vast selection of accessories to compliment your camping experience.
• Two open air concerts.
• A full daytime activity programme including circus workshops, activity workshops, pub quizzes, bingo, balloon modelling workshops, magic shows and much more!
• Authentic French food with freshly baked bread, french tarts, croissants, chesses, cold sausages, olives and more…
• Great daytime music programme
• Bring your fishing rods with you and take the opportunity to get some great fishing in. Visit www.ajsfisheries.co.uk and book your fishing spot for the weekend.
• And there’s more ….. Belvoir Castle have offered campers a discounted offer to visit the castle on the Sunday too…

Our Come & Try it event in Nottingham

We’ll see you there!

The Midsummer Great Escape

Location: Stand #97, Belvoir Castle, Grantham, Leicestershire. NG32 1PE
Dates: 17 – 19 June 2011

More information:
Midsummer Great Escape
Desperate Measures (The Canoe Shop)

Kate Humble joins us in North Wales this weekend!

Seasoned outdoor BBC presenter Kate Humble will be picking up a paddle, donning some Palm kit and jumping in a Mad River Canoe at our first demo event of the season this weekend.

The Springwatch and Lambing Live adventure girl will be at Surf-Lines, Llanberis on Saturday, May 14th at 11.30am leading a kayak and canoe flotilla across the beautiful waters of Llyn Padarn to officially open the Surf-Lines Adventure Gym.

The ever resourceful team at Surf-Lines have spotted a new concept that works in the same way as a standard gym. You can sign up for monthly memberships and then make use of thier extensive range of outdoor equipment and demo boats.

Take your pick from their rowing skull, or one of the stand-up paddleboards, Wilderness Systems and Dagger kayaks, Mad River Canoes or Islander sit-on tops. There will also be wild swimming sessions, as well as regular coaching clinics for those wanting to improve any of their other adventure sports skills.

Staff from Palm will be on site at the demo on Saturday to advise on choice of boat, equipment set-up and showcasing products from the new Palm apparel line. We’ll also be brining along the new Infinity Inflatable kayaks for trial.

For more on the demo event and Surf-Lines Adventure Gym check the web site.