7.6 National Association for canoe and kayak activities

▪Be particularly cautious during

▪In rivers of a high flow rate,

flood water conditions where water levels may have risen to levels that may expose you to new obstacles or hazards.

with extended periods of rapids, kayaking groups should use waterproof radios to allow communication between group members when line of sight is not possible.

▪Inspect unknown drops before

running them; be aware that drops may change or that new hazards may have formed (e.g. fallen trees, etc.). Set up bank based rescue, where appropriate.

7.6 National Association for canoe and kayak activities

Canoeing Ireland is the national association for canoe and kayak based activities in Ireland (see Appendix 10 for contact details).

▪Consult Waterways Ireland Marine

Notices (www.waterwaysireland. org/news-centre/marinenotices) and lockkeepers for local information.

7.7 Stand-Up Paddle Boards (SUPs)

▪Kayaking groups making descents

A development of the traditional surfing long board has seen them equipped with paddles to navigate across the flat water of lakes, estuaries and coastal areas.

on remote rivers of Grade 3 and higher should carry registered Personal Location Beacons (PLBs). This will enable early alerting of the rescue services in the event of an emergency.