OVERNIGHT PADDLE
A magical & relaxing overnight adventure on the River Dart for adults and kids. Camp by the fire on the riverbank, enjoying supper and storytelling under the stars…
event Profile
Date
28-29 may
price
£95 (2 kids free)
Location
RIVER DART
event type
24 hour paddle
Age Range
6+
Overview
The Dart river valley is bursting with life and vitality, its beauty unspoiled and its waters unpolluted. Travel down and back up the beautiful river Dart in open canoes, soak in the atmosphere of dusk, firelight, stars and stories before camping on the riverbank. Includes campfire supper and breakfast, daytime & nocturnal wildlife education, bushcraft skills and storytelling.
What's Included
- Canoes & canoe instruction
- Buoyancy aids
- Evening meal & simple breakfast
- Hot & cold drinks
- Bushcraft skills
- Nature & wildlife education
Essential Information
Sam Kouzarides is your event leader. This will be confirmed once the event fills and joining instructions are issued.
Sam was home educated and spent most of his childhood exploring and learning in nature. After studying Conservation Sam worked as a ranger for the National Trust where he developed his passion for outdoor education. Supported and inspired by training in the Art of Mentoring with the 8 Shields Institute, and WildWise ’s Outdoor Leadership Foundation (years 1 and 2), Sam’s work includes teaching at Acorns Learning, nature connection mentoring, running bushcraft and nature connection events; conservation work and tree surgery. Sam works with a healthy combination of playful energy and a relaxed and easy manner and likes nothing more than a good adventure.
Timings are dependent on the tides. We anticipate a 12pm start on day 1 and 12pm finish on day 2. We will reconfirm this in the joining instructions issued after booking.
All paddle equipment is provided including buoyancy aids although we ask that participants are able to swim. Please dress appropriately for the weather (noting that it is very rare that we cancel due to the bad weather!). A waterproof jacket is recommended with warm layers underneath plus robust footwear that can get wet/splashed.
Please bring:
- a tent and sleeping gear (bag/mat)
- change of clothes in a dry bag
- torch
- insect repellent & hand sanitiser
- water bottle & any snacks
- packed lunch for day 1 (& 2 depending on timings)
- sturdy boots/shoes
- swimming costume & towel in case you wish to swim
Please pack small as space is limited
Meet at the Totnes boatshed near King Edwards School (KEVICCS). This is by the river just above Totnes weir. You can reach it on foot on the river path from either Totnes or Dartington. To locate it by car from Dartington, make your way towards Totnes. As you enter the town, look for the footbridge over the road and KEVICC Elmhirst site is on your left hand side. There is a path running by the Astroturf pitch which leads down to the foot/cycle path next to the river. Turn left, you will see the small concrete boat shed, covered in ivy, where we will meet you. You can also access the river path from the bottom of Swallowfields, a no through road near to KEVICCS school.
Click here to see the what3words location online or view approximate meeting point in google maps below.
Parking: There is no parking at the river side and nearby on street parking is very limited. We recommend you use the pay & display car parks nearer town, for example at Totnes station or at Pavillions car park near Borough Park.
Includes campfire supper and breakfast.
BOOKING OPTIONS:
- Click here to complete a booking form (and confirm your BACS or card preference)
- Call us on 01803 868269 (message service when office unattended)
- Click here to book via Eventbrite for instant booking with immediate confirmation (booking fees apply)
CANCELLATIONS
The paddle will go ahead come rain or shine. Sorry no refunds or transfers if you are unable to attend. Please see our terms & conditions for further information.