Well I think its time to start putting this trip together, as previously mentioned it's a quiet, slow running canalised river which has been mostly abandoned since the mid 1800's. Of the 7 locks on the stretch, 1 can be jumped and ONLY 2 have what can be described as landing stages for easy portaging. The remaining locks have grassy banks on either side but it's not too difficult and there will no doubt be helping hands to make the job easier. As there are locks to be portaged we will need to be travelling fairly light to keep portaging time down as I found to my cost on a recent trip , We will need to be on the water for 10am on Saturday allowing for brew stop/ lunch etc I plan that this will be the main paddle day (approx 10.6 Miles) then camping on Sat night. Sunday will start with a lazy breakfast, strike camp then a couple of miles paddle down to the get out. Everyone can be on their way home for early lunchtime, location for meet and details will be pm'd to interested parties nearer the time but the start will be in Sleaford Lincolnshire, as always this is a peer group paddle and everyone is responsible for themselves and their kit,
Andy.
ps. there are likely to be nettles on the river banks so please wear SUITABLE clothing
add me to the list maybe even the boy as well this time ,i take it for granted that youll be out with the strimmer before hand to remove any nasty *bleep*growths and the side of this gentle flowing river.
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Jammy
Red
Warthog
Speed Demon
(14-04-10 09:47 AM)redframe Wrote: [ -> ]Attendees
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Warthog
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stevec
I will join you at haverholme bridge and I will finnish at belle Isle Marina, Dogdyke. This is to make it easier for Carol (the boss at home) to drop me off and pick me up.
Jammy,
I will have Project Firewood 12 for you to try.
Steve
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Warthog
Speed Demon
stevec
Surry
Brian
Good that you can make it Steve
I may be bringing my portable sound system....
(01-05-10 09:44 PM)out n about Wrote: [ -> ]Attendees
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Warthog
Speed Demon
stevec
Surry
Brian
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Grizz'
Great news, lets hope the old bugger makes it!
Been on the river today, ideal water levels and "no weed" yet, this is the weekend of the boat gathering so all in tip top condition.
Had the alligator out for a play
Andy.
Looking at the previous TT's it looks like a great trip. Unfortunately I'm working on the Saturday so won't be able to join you. Hope the weather gods are kind to you.
Hi can i ask is this a proper campsite on saturday night as missus Luna aint to happy with wild camping lol if it is could we add our name to the list Luna + swmbo
Hi Luna
There is no proper campsite on saturday night, it's just a nice location on the riverbank, if you are in the area and fancy a paddle sometime in the future please send me a pm
Andy.
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Warthog
Speed Demon
stevec
Surry
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