Coming events
To Sunday 30 September 2012
This is no longer a day trip but has been extended to a full weekend meet
Important: you need to register units (especially caravans) one week in advance to allow for campsite planning, or you may have to use one of the two Certificated Sites nearby
CAMPING
Arrive at the site Friday evening (if camping) or by 10am Saturday or 9am Sunday (if day paddling). Campsite kindly provided by The Boat House - exact location depends on numbers and ground condition – detailed information will be given to attendees shortly before meet (provide email and mobile# when registering)
TRIP OUTLINE
Sat 29th Sept: Circular trip of 10 miles on River Soar backwater & navigation, launching directly from campsite (no car shuttle). Packed lunch. Expect 1 short canal-to-river portage; 2 locks; 1 easy compulsory weir (shallow concrete flat with small drop); boat traffic on navigation; usual reeds, shallows, narrows, and trees on backwater.
Sun 30th Sept: Linear trip (needs car shuttle) of 5-9 miles on River Soar backwater & navigation from upstream down to campsite; length and route will be agreed upon the day before. Packed lunch if longer trip. Expect portage to canal from parking; several locks or optional weirs (easy to frightening); one easy compulsory stepped weir when opting for Mountsorrel backwater; boat traffic on navigation; usual reeds, shallows, narrows, and trees on backwater.
Licences: BCU membership card covers the navigation
Difficulty: suitable for confident beginners with enough endurance