Evening Canoe with Storytelling around the fire
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Join us for a magical evening on the River Dart! The evening paddle is an opportunity to experience the natural world on the water as it moves from day to night. After a short briefing, introductions, and a little canoeing tuition we set off in the daylight and paddle our canoes for a while (usually about an hour). Pitching up on the river bank, we'll gather around the fire and sup hot chocolate and eat cake whilst we are entertained by a river tale or two from our on-board story-teller. As the final light is fading we'll then hop back in the canoes and paddle to the finish point (about 30 mins) where the trip ends as night is falling. Usually we suggest that the paddle back is done with minimal speaking as this is a hugely enjoyable experience. This trip is suitable for novice canoeists but please make sure that you read our FAQs re. physical fitness.
PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU BOOK - Important trip information
- Times: The start/finish time varies according to the time of year.In the Spring and late summer months it starts and finishes earlier because of the light. PLEASE MAKE A NOTE OF THE TIMINGS FOR YOUR TRIP WHEN YOU BOOK. Please arrive in plenty of time because we can’t wait if you are late!
- Start/finish point: Mostly we start and finish at Stoke Gabriel. Occassionally, because of the tidal currents, we switch and begin at Totnes and end at Stoke Gabriel. Please check the start point for your trip and make sure that you turn up at the right place for the trip you have booked!
- Stoke Gabiel start: Meet at the River Shack car park, Stoke Gabriel TQ96RD. Parking is £5
- Totnes start: Meet at Longmarsh car park TQ95AL. This is the FINAL car park on Steamer Quay road, next to Totnes Rowing Club. Bring cash to feed the parking metre.
- What to wear/bring: Wear loose fitting comfy clothes, and a warm top for later on. Bring a raincoat if it looks we might have a shower. FOOTWEAR: Old trainers/boots SUITABLE FOR MUDDY UNEVEN RIVERBANKS. Drinking water, tea, decent coffee, and hot chocolate is provided. See notes about alcohol in the FAQs.
- WEIGHT LIMIT: Our canoes are not suitable for people who weigh in excess of 18 stone (114 kg) as they may tip over! If you are over this weight limit but already have some canoeing experience and feel confident then we're ok with that!
- Cost: ADULT £40 CHILD (under 16) £20
- What's included? Canoe, paddle, life vest, qualified guide, fireside story-telling, refreshments (Tea/coffee/hot chocolate, cake), owl hoots (often but not always) and bat swoops...! If the trip ends in a different location than it begins, a taxi shuttle back to your cars is provided.
- A note about weather: Trips are occasionally cancelled due to adverse weather (heavy persistent rain and/or strong winds). We aim to give you at least 24 hours notice if we have to cancel your booking due to foul weather. In this situation you will be offered an alternative date or refund.
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