Kamloops Kayak on Facebook
This was added to the Facebook group:
Most of the posts in this group are from kayakers who go out on their own. The group can be used for organizing small groups too. Some information is provided here: There are two organized clubs – Kamloops Canoe and Kayak Club is based at Shumway Lake. The Club’s primary focus is competitive youth paddling, but adults can also join and use the facilities at Shumway Lake. Thompson Rivers Interior Paddle Sports Club – TRIPS also has training, but also offers coaching and group paddling from Riverside Park.Both Clubs have websites with information available to interested paddlers.
Many of us paddle on our own or in small groups. One of the challenges with kayaking is that successful outings depend on conditions and conditions tell us what boats and preparations are needed. The wind arises late morning so the best time to paddle is early before the winds. Not everyone likes an early start. When winds arise, small lakes are a better choice than big lakes so the venue may have to change in the last 24 hours since wind forecasts are only accurate about 24 hours out. Boats range from small open shell boats to seaworthy 18 foot kayaks. The longer and narrower boats are faster and more stable so paddling in a group is harder for the rudderless wide boats. Skill levels vary too so any group paddle requires a group effort to adjust speeds and routes. Anyone who organizes a group has a duty of care for the paddlers so everyone needs to wear PFDs and have the required safety equipment. Without these measures, the organizer has some liability.
So, anyone can organize a group paddle and this Facebook group be used to do that.