Post by Nigel on Jun 20, 2008 8:58:16 GMT
Hi All, Hope y'all had fun last night.
Anyone want to join me tomorrow?
I'm planning to do 10 miles on the Blessington Lakes - about 2 hours of paddling.
- I'm getting some practice in for next week's marathon on the Shannon - I need to see if I'm fit enough for the 17 miles!
Planned put-in at 10am (option for 2pm or 6pm) - Meet 30mins before, in Blessington village - Look for boats on a roof!
Probably 'Putting-in' at the Haylands bridge (near blessington village) and doing a round trip to the Poulaphouca Dam.
I've have 2 spare long boats for anyone who's up for it!
Get me on 086-8458614 & let me know if u need a boat.
Weather forecast is: partially cloudy/ overcast; the wind will be at force 3, (maybe up to force 4 - not forecast though), which will make for a 'breeze' down to the dam but a tiring paddle back, especially the last 2 miles. Temp: 16 Deg - hopefully stowing cags in the boats. Possibility of very heavy rain showers - be prepared!
Exposure to wind, cold & rain on the lakes must be considered when packing your gear bag - Again, Be prepared!
Oh, and bring some food, & drinks.
The scenery from the lakes is dramatic & beautiful and changes as you round each corner - thought you'd like to know!
Anyone want to join me tomorrow?
I'm planning to do 10 miles on the Blessington Lakes - about 2 hours of paddling.
- I'm getting some practice in for next week's marathon on the Shannon - I need to see if I'm fit enough for the 17 miles!
Planned put-in at 10am (option for 2pm or 6pm) - Meet 30mins before, in Blessington village - Look for boats on a roof!
Probably 'Putting-in' at the Haylands bridge (near blessington village) and doing a round trip to the Poulaphouca Dam.
I've have 2 spare long boats for anyone who's up for it!
Get me on 086-8458614 & let me know if u need a boat.
Weather forecast is: partially cloudy/ overcast; the wind will be at force 3, (maybe up to force 4 - not forecast though), which will make for a 'breeze' down to the dam but a tiring paddle back, especially the last 2 miles. Temp: 16 Deg - hopefully stowing cags in the boats. Possibility of very heavy rain showers - be prepared!
Exposure to wind, cold & rain on the lakes must be considered when packing your gear bag - Again, Be prepared!
Oh, and bring some food, & drinks.
The scenery from the lakes is dramatic & beautiful and changes as you round each corner - thought you'd like to know!
