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Monday, April 18, 2011
April 2011 Update
IT IS PLEASING:
That subject to agreement by DEC the Shire of Murray will place sand on the degraded beach at Woodland Parade launch site, and install bollards to restrict vehicles or trailers from backing into the river
That we have informed South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council about the shoreline deterioration of Egg Island in the Southern Harvey Estuary
That the Batavia Quays / South Yunderup Boat Ramp car park is going to be upgraded during June
We have commented on the John Street “Sanctuary'” concept, which under the auspices of the Peel Harvey Catchment Council and City of Mandurah, is going to have a formal car park, and bird observing facilities.
That Port Bouvard Ltd has acknowledged, that water and shore birds are found predominately on the eastern foreshore of the Point Grey Development, and have increased the foreshore reserve by eight hectares which provides an enhanced buffer zone, from the development for water and shore birds, while allowing for climate change needs.
That they will be preparing a Water Bird Management Plan for the site, with specific management measures to minimise disturbance to the water and shore birds that frequent the eastern foreshore.
DEC Canoe Guide : "Paddle the Murray River: Pinjarra to Peel Inlet" can be ordered online at www.dec.wa.gov.au/shop or by phone on 9334 0800.
That subject to agreement by DEC the Shire of Murray will place sand on the degraded beach at Woodland Parade launch site, and install bollards to restrict vehicles or trailers from backing into the river
That we have informed South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council about the shoreline deterioration of Egg Island in the Southern Harvey Estuary
That the Batavia Quays / South Yunderup Boat Ramp car park is going to be upgraded during June
We have commented on the John Street “Sanctuary'” concept, which under the auspices of the Peel Harvey Catchment Council and City of Mandurah, is going to have a formal car park, and bird observing facilities.
That Port Bouvard Ltd has acknowledged, that water and shore birds are found predominately on the eastern foreshore of the Point Grey Development, and have increased the foreshore reserve by eight hectares which provides an enhanced buffer zone, from the development for water and shore birds, while allowing for climate change needs.
That they will be preparing a Water Bird Management Plan for the site, with specific management measures to minimise disturbance to the water and shore birds that frequent the eastern foreshore.
DEC Canoe Guide : "Paddle the Murray River: Pinjarra to Peel Inlet" can be ordered online at www.dec.wa.gov.au/shop or by phone on 9334 0800.
Other News
ON THE RADIO: The Passionate Paddler’s items are still broadcast by 6MM, as part of the local Department of Sport and Recreation ‘s radio spot on Friday mornings between 9-10am
Water and Shorebird Sanctuaries: That DEC is looking to prohibit or restrict boating in areas we have identified as water and shorebird sanctuary zones Dogs will be prohibited from the “Bird Sanctuary” at John Street, Coodanup
That for Clean Up Australia Day: on Sunday 27 February, we “cleaned up” from Barragup Bridge to Furnissdale, Mandurah Paddling Cub did from Riverside Gardens down
Dolphin rides, with “gang of five”: Dolphins are great fun when they go under your boat looking up at you, jump out of the water doing tricks and generally interact with us paddlers in all sorts of ways. One Saturday morning, in October, the “gang of five” were out near Boodalin Island and met a pod of about eleven dolphins. The dolphins decided that each one of the five should be taken for a “dolphin ride” not only one paddler at a time, but often two at a time This went on for about half an hour or so enough time to travel (if that’s the right word) 3/4 of the way back to the Murray River. So fast and furious were some of these “rides” that amid the cries of joy and laughter, there was at least one cry of, “I can’t control my boat ” Now I know that individual paddlers have enjoyed similar “ride” experiences, but never have I heard of a group being chosen for this trick. P.S. I was there, and at one time I counted at least four dolphins under my boat. Barry
Robert’s weekly bird count highlights Oct – Dec 2011: In excess of 8,500 W & S birds counted, individual count highlights 450 red necked avocets; 1150 red necked stints; Uncommon sighting, terek sandpiper, 1180 red-necked stints; 20 fairy terns (endangered); 1850 rednecked stints;
Of interest –At Austin Bay pectoral sandpipers - uncommon, 6 whistling kites together. At Harvey Delta white-bellied sea eagle, 16 species of shorebirds (usually 9 or 10) wood sandpiper and ruddy turnstone and greater sandplover all relatively uncommon.
“WHY & HOW” PRESENTATION With 38 people in attendance, Senior Ornithologist, Bill Rutherford informed on “WHY” we should protect our water and shore birds. Aside from support for our stance, some suggested “HOW” ’s included: “ Volunteer power” – (people in paid positions are constrained), more bird hides, education via TAFE, reviving the Gould Bird League, and tourism Thanks, City of Mandurah and Natalie Lees, acting Coordinator Eco Services, for support & venue
Sandy Cove and Clansman Beaches: We, along with the Mandurah Paddling Club and The Mandurah Over 55s Canoe Club have written to the Shire of Murray stating that these two public beaches should remain open to use by paddlers
DEC Canoe guides/ maps: Now available, titled Murray River: Pinjarra to Peel Inlet, the guide also takes in the Serpentine River from Riverside Gardens downstream. Durable, water resistant and virtually rip proof the guide will be available at most outdoor recreation stores, visitor centres and paddling stores for $11.00. "Paddle the Murray River: Pinjarra to Peel Inlet" can be ordered online at www.dec.wa.gov.au/shop or by phone on 9334 0800.
Sanctuary Zones Update: Recently both the Peel inlet and Harvey Estuary have been recognised as an Important Bird Area (IBA) in a report by Birds Australia. IBAs are selected to identify priority places around the world for bird conservation. On Sunday, February 7, 2009 as part of the nationwide shorebird count, in excess of fifty thousand birds (56,000) were counted by trained volunteers.
For more details please refer to sanctuary zones for water and shorebirds on this blogsite
Road Reserve: Following representations from the Friends, the road reserve just south of the Caltex Service Station at Herron, is now open to the public allowing pedestrian access to the foreshore
Brunswick Island: Ninety percent of the Watsonia was knocked out last year. Follow up spraying has been done this year and probably will continue for another two years. It is pleasing to note the sedge/rush vegetation is reclaiming where the Watsonia infestations once thrived
Water and Shorebird Sanctuaries: That DEC is looking to prohibit or restrict boating in areas we have identified as water and shorebird sanctuary zones Dogs will be prohibited from the “Bird Sanctuary” at John Street, Coodanup
That for Clean Up Australia Day: on Sunday 27 February, we “cleaned up” from Barragup Bridge to Furnissdale, Mandurah Paddling Cub did from Riverside Gardens down
Dolphin rides, with “gang of five”: Dolphins are great fun when they go under your boat looking up at you, jump out of the water doing tricks and generally interact with us paddlers in all sorts of ways. One Saturday morning, in October, the “gang of five” were out near Boodalin Island and met a pod of about eleven dolphins. The dolphins decided that each one of the five should be taken for a “dolphin ride” not only one paddler at a time, but often two at a time This went on for about half an hour or so enough time to travel (if that’s the right word) 3/4 of the way back to the Murray River. So fast and furious were some of these “rides” that amid the cries of joy and laughter, there was at least one cry of, “I can’t control my boat ” Now I know that individual paddlers have enjoyed similar “ride” experiences, but never have I heard of a group being chosen for this trick. P.S. I was there, and at one time I counted at least four dolphins under my boat. Barry
Robert’s weekly bird count highlights Oct – Dec 2011: In excess of 8,500 W & S birds counted, individual count highlights 450 red necked avocets; 1150 red necked stints; Uncommon sighting, terek sandpiper, 1180 red-necked stints; 20 fairy terns (endangered); 1850 rednecked stints;
Of interest –At Austin Bay pectoral sandpipers - uncommon, 6 whistling kites together. At Harvey Delta white-bellied sea eagle, 16 species of shorebirds (usually 9 or 10) wood sandpiper and ruddy turnstone and greater sandplover all relatively uncommon.
“WHY & HOW” PRESENTATION With 38 people in attendance, Senior Ornithologist, Bill Rutherford informed on “WHY” we should protect our water and shore birds. Aside from support for our stance, some suggested “HOW” ’s included: “ Volunteer power” – (people in paid positions are constrained), more bird hides, education via TAFE, reviving the Gould Bird League, and tourism Thanks, City of Mandurah and Natalie Lees, acting Coordinator Eco Services, for support & venue
Sandy Cove and Clansman Beaches: We, along with the Mandurah Paddling Club and The Mandurah Over 55s Canoe Club have written to the Shire of Murray stating that these two public beaches should remain open to use by paddlers
DEC Canoe guides/ maps: Now available, titled Murray River: Pinjarra to Peel Inlet, the guide also takes in the Serpentine River from Riverside Gardens downstream. Durable, water resistant and virtually rip proof the guide will be available at most outdoor recreation stores, visitor centres and paddling stores for $11.00. "Paddle the Murray River: Pinjarra to Peel Inlet" can be ordered online at www.dec.wa.gov.au/shop or by phone on 9334 0800.
Sanctuary Zones Update: Recently both the Peel inlet and Harvey Estuary have been recognised as an Important Bird Area (IBA) in a report by Birds Australia. IBAs are selected to identify priority places around the world for bird conservation. On Sunday, February 7, 2009 as part of the nationwide shorebird count, in excess of fifty thousand birds (56,000) were counted by trained volunteers.
For more details please refer to sanctuary zones for water and shorebirds on this blogsite
Road Reserve: Following representations from the Friends, the road reserve just south of the Caltex Service Station at Herron, is now open to the public allowing pedestrian access to the foreshore
Brunswick Island: Ninety percent of the Watsonia was knocked out last year. Follow up spraying has been done this year and probably will continue for another two years. It is pleasing to note the sedge/rush vegetation is reclaiming where the Watsonia infestations once thrived
Launch Sites April 2011
The Canoe Trail Friends have on going consultations with paddlers, canoe clubs, government agencies and developers to establish non-powered launch sites
Novara Steps & "Canoe Slide” A set of steps with a "canoe slide”, has been installed at Novara. Located south of the boat ramp it will be particularly useful during peak holiday periods. The Canoe Trail Friends thank Chris Abbis, Waterways Technical Officer with the City of Mandurah, for his cooperative approach in providing this innovative paddling feature.
River Trails: That we have been involved along with City of Mandurah & Shire of Murray, in a Peel Trails Group initiative for canoe trail signs to be installed at Furnissdale, Pinjarra, Ravenswood, Riverside Gardens and Western Foreshore These signs will complement canoe guides and further enhance paddling facilities
Disabled launch site: We have initiated consultation, to see if there is a need for a disabled launch site or sites.
Batavia Quays South Yunderup: The Friends are pleased that money has now been received to upgrade the boat ramp here, including the non-powered site. The Friends supported the Shire of Murray with this upgrade. To cater for the needs of paddlers, we have had input into the detailed planning of launch site location and car parking requirements
Furnissdale: As there may be a revision of all boating facilities at Furnissdale, because of the Review of Furnissdale Structure Plan, The Friends have put forward their requirements for non-powered sites
Murray Bend: Following a request from The Friends, the Shire of Murray has placed sand between the boat ramp and private jetty
Point Grey Outline Development Plan The ODP, under taken by the Shire of Murray, states that it should make suitable provision for the two non-powered sites launch sites as identified by the Canoe Trail Friends.
Port Bouvard Limited was very helpful during the consultation process.
Ravenswood: A launch site has been established opposite the Ravenswood Hotel All credit and appreciation goes to the Shire of Murray, in partnership with Mandurah- Murray Vietnam Veterans Canoeing Group The Shire excavated the site and the MMVVCG carried out the construction work
Rivergum Esplanade South Yunderup: The Friends are supporting the Shire of Murray in its quest to establish a designated launch site at this location
Riverside Gardens: Is a good model of a canoe launch site. Thanks go to the City of Mandurah for being prepared to consult, even about car parking requirements
Woodlands Pde. Stakehill: Access is now via the Kwinana Freeway at the Lymons Road turn off
The Mandurah Boating Guide: Identifies Non-powered launching sites
Novara Steps & "Canoe Slide” A set of steps with a "canoe slide”, has been installed at Novara. Located south of the boat ramp it will be particularly useful during peak holiday periods. The Canoe Trail Friends thank Chris Abbis, Waterways Technical Officer with the City of Mandurah, for his cooperative approach in providing this innovative paddling feature.
River Trails: That we have been involved along with City of Mandurah & Shire of Murray, in a Peel Trails Group initiative for canoe trail signs to be installed at Furnissdale, Pinjarra, Ravenswood, Riverside Gardens and Western Foreshore These signs will complement canoe guides and further enhance paddling facilities
Disabled launch site: We have initiated consultation, to see if there is a need for a disabled launch site or sites.
Batavia Quays South Yunderup: The Friends are pleased that money has now been received to upgrade the boat ramp here, including the non-powered site. The Friends supported the Shire of Murray with this upgrade. To cater for the needs of paddlers, we have had input into the detailed planning of launch site location and car parking requirements
Furnissdale: As there may be a revision of all boating facilities at Furnissdale, because of the Review of Furnissdale Structure Plan, The Friends have put forward their requirements for non-powered sites
Murray Bend: Following a request from The Friends, the Shire of Murray has placed sand between the boat ramp and private jetty
Point Grey Outline Development Plan The ODP, under taken by the Shire of Murray, states that it should make suitable provision for the two non-powered sites launch sites as identified by the Canoe Trail Friends.
Port Bouvard Limited was very helpful during the consultation process.
Ravenswood: A launch site has been established opposite the Ravenswood Hotel All credit and appreciation goes to the Shire of Murray, in partnership with Mandurah- Murray Vietnam Veterans Canoeing Group The Shire excavated the site and the MMVVCG carried out the construction work
Rivergum Esplanade South Yunderup: The Friends are supporting the Shire of Murray in its quest to establish a designated launch site at this location
Riverside Gardens: Is a good model of a canoe launch site. Thanks go to the City of Mandurah for being prepared to consult, even about car parking requirements
Woodlands Pde. Stakehill: Access is now via the Kwinana Freeway at the Lymons Road turn off
The Mandurah Boating Guide: Identifies Non-powered launching sites
About Canoe Trail Friends
The Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah and Pinjarra Inc, a ‘paddlers alliance’, have developed a series of seven canoe trail guides to the Peel Region’s rivers and waterways and two associated companion guides providing details of the region’s natural and human history. These guides and companions are available free of charge to local residents of and visitors to our region through local visitor centres and businesses.
Environmental and community projects currently being undertaken by the Friends, include:
. establishment of a number of sanctuary zones for water and shore birds in the Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary to help protect threatened migratory and residential wader birds,
. tree plantings and clean-ups along our rivers and waterways,
. incorporation of canoe trails in the proposed Peel Regional Park,
. development of canoe launch points to provide better access to our rivers and waterways,
. preparation of submissions to local and state governments raising concerns about the environmental impact on our waterways, and
. event coordinators of the annual Peel Region Canoe Week.
The Friends are members of:
• Peel Boating Community Group
• Peel Trails Group
• Peel-Yalgorup System Ramsar Project Technical Advisory Group
Membership:
The Friends would appreciate your support for by you becoming a member of the Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah and Pinjarra Inc.
Membership is open to any person over the age of 18years.
The annual membership fee is $5(five dollars)
Please Note: We are not a paddling club
Enquiries:
Send a self-addressed envelope to PO Box 3188 Mandurah East or call into Kayaks-4-U (near Kings Carnival, Western Foreshore Mandurah)
Membership Payment
Cash to Kayaks-4-U
Cheque or postal order to: Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah and Pinjarra Inc. PO Box 3188 MANDURAH EAST 6210
Environmental and community projects currently being undertaken by the Friends, include:
. establishment of a number of sanctuary zones for water and shore birds in the Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary to help protect threatened migratory and residential wader birds,
. tree plantings and clean-ups along our rivers and waterways,
. incorporation of canoe trails in the proposed Peel Regional Park,
. development of canoe launch points to provide better access to our rivers and waterways,
. preparation of submissions to local and state governments raising concerns about the environmental impact on our waterways, and
. event coordinators of the annual Peel Region Canoe Week.
The Friends are members of:
• Peel Boating Community Group
• Peel Trails Group
• Peel-Yalgorup System Ramsar Project Technical Advisory Group
Membership:
The Friends would appreciate your support for by you becoming a member of the Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah and Pinjarra Inc.
Membership is open to any person over the age of 18years.
The annual membership fee is $5(five dollars)
Please Note: We are not a paddling club
Enquiries:
Send a self-addressed envelope to PO Box 3188 Mandurah East or call into Kayaks-4-U (near Kings Carnival, Western Foreshore Mandurah)
Membership Payment
Cash to Kayaks-4-U
Cheque or postal order to: Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah and Pinjarra Inc. PO Box 3188 MANDURAH EAST 6210
Canoe Guides
The Canoe Trail Friends of Mandurah and Pinjarra Inc. have produced a series of seven recreational canoe guides and three companions encompassing the waterways of the Peel Regional Park.
“Limited Edition” waterproof copies of these guides and companions are available through the sponsorship of Peel Development Commission, Kayaks-4-U and Yak Shack
For free copies of these limited editions: Send a self addressed DL size envelope, with stamps to the value of $1.65 (one dollar sixty five cents), to PO Box 3188, Mandurah East, WA 6210
or call into: Kayaks-4-U at Western Foreshore, Mandurah
or: Yak Shack at U5/40 Telsa Road Rockingham
Online copies are now available via: Mandurah Paddling Club’s
Website: www.mandurahpaddlingclub.org.au go to News, then check out canoe trails
A BIG thank you MPC
Canoe Guides:
Murray River: No. 1 The Darter Trail No. 2 The Swamp Hen Trail
Serpentine River: Nos 3 The Heron Trail & 3A The Spoonbill Trail
No. 4 The Mountain Duck Trail
Harvey River: No. 5 The Great Egret Trail
Peel Inlet : No.6 The Osprey Trail
Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary : No.7 The Pelican Trail
Canoe Guide Companions: A Natural History--- B Who are the Friends? ---C Human History
Leaflets, with a map showing the scope of the canoe guides and featuring heritage sites identified by the Mandurah Community Museum, complete with photos and descriptions are available from most Peel Region Visitor Centres
“Limited Edition” waterproof copies of these guides and companions are available through the sponsorship of Peel Development Commission, Kayaks-4-U and Yak Shack
For free copies of these limited editions: Send a self addressed DL size envelope, with stamps to the value of $1.65 (one dollar sixty five cents), to PO Box 3188, Mandurah East, WA 6210
or call into: Kayaks-4-U at Western Foreshore, Mandurah
or: Yak Shack at U5/40 Telsa Road Rockingham
Online copies are now available via: Mandurah Paddling Club’s
Website: www.mandurahpaddlingclub.org.au go to News, then check out canoe trails
A BIG thank you MPC
Canoe Guides:
Murray River: No. 1 The Darter Trail No. 2 The Swamp Hen Trail
Serpentine River: Nos 3 The Heron Trail & 3A The Spoonbill Trail
No. 4 The Mountain Duck Trail
Harvey River: No. 5 The Great Egret Trail
Peel Inlet : No.6 The Osprey Trail
Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary : No.7 The Pelican Trail
Canoe Guide Companions: A Natural History--- B Who are the Friends? ---C Human History
Leaflets, with a map showing the scope of the canoe guides and featuring heritage sites identified by the Mandurah Community Museum, complete with photos and descriptions are available from most Peel Region Visitor Centres
WATER and SHORE BIRD SANCTUARY ZONES
The Canoe Trail Friends have consulted with and received support for the Water and Shore Bird Sanctuary Zones from a wide range of community groups for this low cost initiative
The zones primarily would give the birds respite from the effect of human interference; for example, power boating, canoeing, jet skiing and sail boarding. The zones would be marked by buoys at a predetermined distance from the shore. The proposed zones would not affect access to rivers
Craig Olejnik (DEC’s Swan Coastal District Nature Conservation Coordinator) is currently consulting with stakeholders, about protecting water and shorebirds in areas we have defined.
The Friends are of the opinion that a number of areas are suitable for consideration as sanctuary zones; however, there are at least four areas for which the zones could be designated with relative ease. These are:
Reserve at southern end of John Street, Coodanup: the waters closed to professional fishermen, immediately in front of the John Street reserve, which extend in front of the reserve to the Serpentine River. This is a feeding ground for migratory and endemic waders.
Creery Wetlands: at both water access points to this habitat. Bird observing is promoted from the shores of this reserve.
Samphire Cove: at the water access point to this habitat. Bird observing is promoted from the shores of this reserve.
Len Howard Conservation Park: at both access points to the wetland south of Mandurah Quay. Bird observing is promoted from the shores of this conservation park habitat.
By paddling, walking and using a GPS, we have defined the sanctuary zone boundaries for:
Southern Harvey Estuary: from one kilometre by land south of Herron Point, across the estuary to 2.6 kilometres by land south of Island Point. A passage through the zone would be maintained to provide access to the Harvey River. This zone abuts A class nature reserves.
Austin Bay: The designated A Class Nature Reserve at Austin Bay, the boundary of which extends into the waterway
Since we first promoted the sanctuary zone concept, fairy terns have been placed on the threatened species list
Later this year, as part of our water and shorebird public awareness strategy, we are going to produce a set of guides (Companion D) highlighting significant walks, adjacent to the waterways, where infrastructure is in place e.g. boardwalks or bird hides
The zones primarily would give the birds respite from the effect of human interference; for example, power boating, canoeing, jet skiing and sail boarding. The zones would be marked by buoys at a predetermined distance from the shore. The proposed zones would not affect access to rivers
Craig Olejnik (DEC’s Swan Coastal District Nature Conservation Coordinator) is currently consulting with stakeholders, about protecting water and shorebirds in areas we have defined.
The Friends are of the opinion that a number of areas are suitable for consideration as sanctuary zones; however, there are at least four areas for which the zones could be designated with relative ease. These are:
Reserve at southern end of John Street, Coodanup: the waters closed to professional fishermen, immediately in front of the John Street reserve, which extend in front of the reserve to the Serpentine River. This is a feeding ground for migratory and endemic waders.
Creery Wetlands: at both water access points to this habitat. Bird observing is promoted from the shores of this reserve.
Samphire Cove: at the water access point to this habitat. Bird observing is promoted from the shores of this reserve.
Len Howard Conservation Park: at both access points to the wetland south of Mandurah Quay. Bird observing is promoted from the shores of this conservation park habitat.
By paddling, walking and using a GPS, we have defined the sanctuary zone boundaries for:
Southern Harvey Estuary: from one kilometre by land south of Herron Point, across the estuary to 2.6 kilometres by land south of Island Point. A passage through the zone would be maintained to provide access to the Harvey River. This zone abuts A class nature reserves.
Austin Bay: The designated A Class Nature Reserve at Austin Bay, the boundary of which extends into the waterway
Since we first promoted the sanctuary zone concept, fairy terns have been placed on the threatened species list
Later this year, as part of our water and shorebird public awareness strategy, we are going to produce a set of guides (Companion D) highlighting significant walks, adjacent to the waterways, where infrastructure is in place e.g. boardwalks or bird hides
2011 PEEL REGION CANOE WEEK
Canoeing Capital of Western Australia
The 2011 Canoe Week’s three full page paid advertisements, will be sponsored by Port Bouvard Limited
As part of canoe week, in partnership with the Mandurah Mail, an Amateur -- e Photographic Competition will be conducted. Categories are Paddling Action, Habitat Birds and Habitat Mammals and there will be a prize for each category
The 2011 Canoe Week’s three full page paid advertisements, will be sponsored by Port Bouvard Limited
As part of canoe week, in partnership with the Mandurah Mail, an Amateur -- e Photographic Competition will be conducted. Categories are Paddling Action, Habitat Birds and Habitat Mammals and there will be a prize for each category
2010 Peel Region Canoe Week
The 5 th Annual Peel Region Canoe Week was held from 28 August – 12 September 2010
Where: Dwellingup, Mandurah, Pinjarra and Shoalwater
Novice and experienced paddlers were catered for with superb choices:
Dragon Boating, Canoe Polo, Whitewater Events, Sea Kayaking, Outrigger Canoeing, Senior Paddles, River and Estuary Paddles, Raft Building, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Resuscitation course plus a Multi Sport Event
A record 601 participants this year, with visitors from Queensland and New South Wales, congratulations go to all of the activity providers and a thank you to our supporters. For more details including competition results go to Peel Region Canoe Week
The event seemed to come of age this year, with the expansion of activities and interest being shown by not only the local press, but press beyond the Peel, likewise the online coverage was very good
Where: Dwellingup, Mandurah, Pinjarra and Shoalwater
Novice and experienced paddlers were catered for with superb choices:
Dragon Boating, Canoe Polo, Whitewater Events, Sea Kayaking, Outrigger Canoeing, Senior Paddles, River and Estuary Paddles, Raft Building, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Resuscitation course plus a Multi Sport Event
A record 601 participants this year, with visitors from Queensland and New South Wales, congratulations go to all of the activity providers and a thank you to our supporters. For more details including competition results go to Peel Region Canoe Week
The event seemed to come of age this year, with the expansion of activities and interest being shown by not only the local press, but press beyond the Peel, likewise the online coverage was very good
2010 Canoe Week was proudly supported by
Ascot Kayak Club (Nanga Challenge)
City of Mandurah
Department of Sport & Recreation –Peel
Dwellingup Adventures
Kayaks-4-U
Mandurah Dragon Boat Club
Mandurah Outrigger Canoe Club
Mandurah Over 55s Canoe Club
Mandurah Paddling Club
Mandurah-Murray Vietnam Veterans Canoe Group
Peel Trails Group
Perth Canoe Polo Club (Murray White Water Festival)
South Metropolitan Public Health Unit
St John Ambulance
Westozkiteboarding (Stand Up Paddle Boarding)
Yak Shack
City of Mandurah
Department of Sport & Recreation –Peel
Dwellingup Adventures
Kayaks-4-U
Mandurah Dragon Boat Club
Mandurah Outrigger Canoe Club
Mandurah Over 55s Canoe Club
Mandurah Paddling Club
Mandurah-Murray Vietnam Veterans Canoe Group
Peel Trails Group
Perth Canoe Polo Club (Murray White Water Festival)
South Metropolitan Public Health Unit
St John Ambulance
Westozkiteboarding (Stand Up Paddle Boarding)
Yak Shack
Peel Region Canoe Clubs April 2001
• Mandurah Over 55s Canoe Club Inc: The Club paddles three times a week, mainly on the estuary and rivers. Inquiries: send a stamped self- addressed envelope to PO Box 5214, Falcon 6210
• Mandurah Murray Vietnam Veterans’ Group: Members meet for a paddle on a Thursday morning at various locations in the Peel region. All Veterans and ex service people are welcome.
Contact Tiger 9537 8559 or website: www.mmvvg.asn.au
• Mandurah Outrigger Canoe Club Inc: Competitive & recreational paddling for teams &individuals Contact Colin, m: 0428 468 884 or website: www.mandurahoutriggers.blogspot.com
• Mandurah Paddling Club Inc: Membership: Competitive, recreational, social and junior recreational. Inquiries Paul, m: 0400 842 445, or website: www.mandurahpaddlingclub.org.au
Local Canoeing/Kayaking Training
Fairbridge Western Australia Inc:
Outdoor Recreation courses including: Guide canoeing trips on flat and undemanding water
Contact: Brett Hawthorn, Team Leader of Outdoor Recreation/Trainer,
Email: outdoor.rec@fairbridge.asn.au Mobile: 0409 071 699
Kayaks-4-U
Kayaking instruction / training and assessment at various levels, under the Australian Canoeing Award Scheme Contact: Paul on Mobile. 0419 885 710
Mandurah Paddling Club
Australian Canoeing accredited Kayaking instruction / training and assessment at various levels
Contact: Paul Harding Email. pastynchips@bigpond.com) Mobile. 0400 842 445
• Peel Trails Group Website: Interested in what the go is with all sorts of trails around the Peel, then visit:
www.peeltrails.com.au
• Keep up to date with: Canoeing in Western Australia go to Robyn K’s site: www.iinet.net.au/~rokhor/canoe
• Mandurah Murray Vietnam Veterans’ Group: Members meet for a paddle on a Thursday morning at various locations in the Peel region. All Veterans and ex service people are welcome.
Contact Tiger 9537 8559 or website: www.mmvvg.asn.au
• Mandurah Outrigger Canoe Club Inc: Competitive & recreational paddling for teams &individuals Contact Colin, m: 0428 468 884 or website: www.mandurahoutriggers.blogspot.com
• Mandurah Paddling Club Inc: Membership: Competitive, recreational, social and junior recreational. Inquiries Paul, m: 0400 842 445, or website: www.mandurahpaddlingclub.org.au
Local Canoeing/Kayaking Training
Fairbridge Western Australia Inc:
Outdoor Recreation courses including: Guide canoeing trips on flat and undemanding water
Contact: Brett Hawthorn, Team Leader of Outdoor Recreation/Trainer,
Email: outdoor.rec@fairbridge.asn.au Mobile: 0409 071 699
Kayaks-4-U
Kayaking instruction / training and assessment at various levels, under the Australian Canoeing Award Scheme Contact: Paul on Mobile. 0419 885 710
Mandurah Paddling Club
Australian Canoeing accredited Kayaking instruction / training and assessment at various levels
Contact: Paul Harding Email. pastynchips@bigpond.com) Mobile. 0400 842 445
• Peel Trails Group Website: Interested in what the go is with all sorts of trails around the Peel, then visit:
www.peeltrails.com.au
• Keep up to date with: Canoeing in Western Australia go to Robyn K’s site: www.iinet.net.au/~rokhor/canoe
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
April Update
As mentioned at the AGM, a paddle to Point Grey with Port Bouvard Limited, will take place this Friday 15. Meet 8.30 am for 9 am start at Estuary Rd launch site ( bottom of hill from Old Coast Road)
Subject to agreement by DEC the Shire of Murray will place sand on the degraded beach at Woodland Parade launch site, and install bollards to restrict vehicles or trailers from backing into the river
We have commented on the John Street “Sanctuary'” concept, which under the auspices of the Peel Harvey Catchment Council and City of Mandurah, is going to have a formal car park, and bird observing facilities.
We have informed the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council, about the shoreline deterioration of Egg Island in the Southern Harvey Estuary
The car park at Batavia Quays boat ramp & non powered site at South Yunderup, is going to be upgraded during June.
Subject to agreement by DEC the Shire of Murray will place sand on the degraded beach at Woodland Parade launch site, and install bollards to restrict vehicles or trailers from backing into the river
We have commented on the John Street “Sanctuary'” concept, which under the auspices of the Peel Harvey Catchment Council and City of Mandurah, is going to have a formal car park, and bird observing facilities.
We have informed the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council, about the shoreline deterioration of Egg Island in the Southern Harvey Estuary
The car park at Batavia Quays boat ramp & non powered site at South Yunderup, is going to be upgraded during June.
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