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Results 2023
* Medium start paddlers deduct 5.00 mins. for time over water. # Fast start paddlers deduct 10.00 mins. for time over water The Blyth boats were all entered as General Purpose, even though some ought have been recorded as Playboats. (HOAA’s definitions!). The timekeepers specially noted the first Playboat, so as to be able to give as many prizes as possible. Prize winners
Organiser's Report The use of the Sidegate car park for registration and assembly again proved entirely successful. Even though two trees had been blown down at the start area, the provision of two ropes down the bank at the end of the bridge facilitated easy launching between the two trees. The water level was ideal and no problems were encountered by the paddlers. The weather was fine and warm, but the torrential rainstorm just as the boats were approaching the finish line drenched the timekeepers and the soup kitchen, and made the presentation of trophies somewhat difficult. We greatly appreciate the continuing support of the Blyth Kayak Club and wish the club success in future ventures. A real treat at the end was watching a brood of newly hatched Mallard ducks leaving their nest high up in a large hole in a tree by the refreshment area. We were just in time. One by one they dropped vertically down, were collected by the female, and then the whole group of at least nine trundled off down to the water! Thanks again go to our group of helpers and to Keith & Audrey Wickham for their continued sponsorship through Gate 7. We should also thank the solicitor, who acts for the Freemen of Durham, for authorising us to use the land adjacent to the river for access to the water for our members. We look forward to seeing you all again next year. May Day Bank Holiday, Monday 6th May 2024 – 12 noon start.
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