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Some random thoughts:

1. Prior training is highly recommended - Rob Mercer is the man for me and he provided me with confidence, increased skills and invaluable advice. After the trip I realise that I still have much to learn though so i will be booking in with Rob again.

2. Many small dry bags fit more effectively into a kayak than a few big ones. 8 and 12 litres was a good size for me as well as some smaller ones for the day hatch.

3. One big dry bag is handy to transport the smaller dry ba… Continue

Hi all,
The car is packed and we head to Byron Bay in the morning for a Tuesday morning start. If you want to follow our progress keep an eye on the Manning Klan's site or search Facebook for Paddle For Peace and you should see the event.
Remember it is a fundraiser for people who have been the victims of violent crime and you can donate at www.vocal.org.au.
All the best
Simon
P.S. If anyone wants to catch up for a paddle with us as we head to Newcastle feel… Continue

After another session with Rob Mercer the other week I am finally starting to get a more consistent roll and nailed 9 out of 9 the other day at the end of my paddle. Pretty stoked with that. Now to try it out in the surf and continue refining it!



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Paddle for Peace Trivia Night

Come and join us for a night of fun to support Vocal

When: 23rd October 2009

Where: Central Charlestown Leagues Club,

Bula St Charlestown

Time: 6.30pm – approx 11pm

Cost: $15 per person or pre-book a table of

10 people for $100.

Contact: VOCAL 49265826

Hi guys Sarah and I move into a nice kayak friendly house at Harrington next week. So if anyone (or at least people we approve of) needs a place to crash for a night or two, with good access to the water let me know. People with a liking for lipstick coloured kayaks especially welcome ;).