Paddlesports 2025
Leybourne Lakes
•05-Apr (morning 8:30-11:30 or afternoon 12:00 - 15:00)
•17-May (morning only 8:30 - 11:30)
What is it?
Gravesham paddlesport team will be running training opportunities for all Scouts / Explorers (and leaders) to have a go and / or develop paddling skills / experience. These sessions will enable you to try different craft - canoe, kayak or paddleboard (SUPs) – and you will be able to learn and practice paddling and rescue techniques for each craft to enable you to paddle safely.
PaddleUK Personal Performance Awards are mapped with the Scout Paddle Sports Activity Badge Scheme. You will be able to work towards/gain the relevant Scout Badge if you meet the appropriate Paddlesport standard, for the Personal Performance Award:
Where is it?
Leybourne Lakes Country Park, Malling Road, Snodland, Aylesford. Postcode for SatNav: ME6 5LB (car park entrance off of Ham Hill Roundabout A228).
You will need – a towel and dry clothes; shoes to wear in the water (water shoes, old trainers, plimsolls) – these are mandatory. Sun cream / hat / coat / flask of hot drink may be needed.
Booking to ensure we have sufficient craft/instructors available we need you to book a place using the link (one person per booking please). https://onthewater.setmore.com/
Book Paddlesport session – accept booking policy Select: • Leybourne Lake …… • Lake session…. • select date…..and click on time (Skip login process ) • Enter attendee/paddler’s details ….. • Book You should then get an email confirmation of booking.
Final attendance details and a Participation Agreement will be sent for completion 5 days before the event.
Cost is £15 per person, payable on the day
Timetable (approximate)
8.30 - Arrival / Unload & prep equipment
8.45 - Briefing
Morning - Session 1
9.00 to 11.30
Afternoon - Session 2
12.00 to 14.30
14.30 - Load Trailers
15.00 - Depart
Please note all sessions are weather dependent and may be subject to alteration on the day
● All craft and paddlesport and safety equipment will be provided.
● Buoyancy aids must be worn by everyone on or near the water, along with suitable footwear.
● We are not able to accommodate non-swimmers
For further information please contact: onthewater@graveshamscouts.org.uk
For those new to paddling please see FAQs below:
Will it be cold
Probably – we recommend to check weather forecast and remember ‘Be Prepared’.
Will I get wet?
What should I wear?
Where is Leybourne Lake?
Do I need to be able to swim?
How far do I need to swim?
For any further information, please contact Gravesham Paddlesports team: onthewater@graveshamscouts.org.uk
Ben Woodgate
Gravesham Paddlesports Team
Paddlesports 2025
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