G17 APWE - When is it this year?

[Paula_V]

Hi Simon/ anyone else in the know,

is an APWE planned for 2009, and if so, have I just missed the thread on it - or when is it going to be?

Thanks

Paula

[Simon Westgarth]

5/6th December 2009 at the RDCP, Olaf Obsommer is confirmed

[Simon Westgarth]

All current up to date info is on facebook

Hot News for this year's G17 APWE:

CONFIRMED Olaf Obsommer, one of the most profilific white water kayak film makers around, we have the choice of over a dozen different adventures to watch, this is prime time viewing.

TBC, BUKE's trip to Vietnam, currently in progress, but the blog says its all

TBC, Westgarth TV's new movie, a short production from Switzerland, the long awaited "My Ticino"

Plus all the fun of the fair, the latest demo boats from AS Watersports, and Music from DJ Red Belly and a very exciting launch of a new product, 4 years in development from Palm Equipment, details to come.....

See you there

Simon

[Simon Westgarth]

[Simon Westgarth]

Confirmed for this year's Gene17 APWE in Devon 4/6 December at the RDCP

Pete Catterall and the new Below and Beyond Machu Picchu kayak movie

So far its looking like a presentation or movie from Asia, Russia, Peru and BC, another action packed year to celebrate down in Devon.

[Simon Westgarth]

Hello Paddler

On the 5/6th December down in Devon, we'll have our 7th Annual Gene17 Adventure Paddler's Weekend. As you may know this event is one of UK paddling's highlights, a social gathering by the River Dart to hear about new adventures with old friends.

Hot News for this year:

CONFIRMED Olaf Obsommer, one of the most profilific white water kayak film makers around, we have the choice of over a dozen different adventures to watch, this is prime time viewing.

CONFIRMED Pete Catteral and the Below and Beyond Machu Picchu 09 Kayak Movie

TBC, BUKE's trip to Vietnam, currently in progress, but the blog says its all

TBC, Westgarth TV's new movie, a short production from Switzerland, the long awaited "My Ticino"

Our venue is the RiverDart Country Park, (www.riverdart.co.uk) will host 300+ paddlers in the Sawmill Bar, and provide accommodation for those who wish to stay on site. Saturday evening's events get under way at 19:00

See to join the Facebook event, receive updates and further information.

Best Regards

Simon Westgarth

[Tom W]

Never been before, but quite fancy popping down this year. Is van camping tolerated on site?

[Simon Westgarth]

Never been before, but quite fancy popping down this year. Is van camping tolerated on site?

I'll say nothing and you can read in to it what you like, but do not ask me again.......

[Mark R]

Is van camping tolerated on site?

No. It was even mentioned in the new rules for paddlers.

[Tom W]

Ok, cheers for the info.

[Simon Westgarth]

Just Confirmed:

One of the main presentations at this year's Gene17 Adventure Paddler's Weekend 5/6 December in Devon will be from Luke Farrington from this year's British University Kayak Expedition:

KayakNam - A search for the unknown Dragons. A reflective take on harnessing the unexplored rivers in one of the jewels of South East Asia.

So thats all 3 main presentation Olaf Obsommer, Below & Beyond Machu Picchu & KayakNam CONFIRMED, now its down to myself to complete "My Ticino" movie. Thankfully all the action is in the can, its just the interviews, and a the month of November at the River Dart Country Park to ensure there's an evening of complete entertainment in Devon.

See you there

Regards

Simon Westgarth

[Simon Westgarth]

[Simon Westgarth]

I have recent got an email from Olaf Obsommer, and here are our options for the forthcoming Gene17 APWE,

Greenland (englsich version 25min)
Sumatra 35 min talking by BIG-O
Russia 30 min talking by BIG-O
Chile 6 min waterfall porno
Adidas-sickline highlight show 25min...not the version from freecaster...is actually really good.

Can you help me pick one?

[Chris_Eastabrook]

Might I suggest Sumatra.

Although I'm sure all of Olaf's videos will be great but we (royal) have recently seen Graham's Greenland trip and the 4 boarders guys in Russia. There is less information (generally) about Sumatra and would be really interesting to get inspired to head over to Indonesia.

[Elements]

I'm with Chris

[Graham Milton]

What a choice

I saw the Greenland footage at Sickline and it was really really good and would love to watch it again but then I am a bit bias!

I would be really keen to see Russia and Sumatra - Sumatra probably taking it as its as more original.

Sickline footage would be good but I reckon a 5 minute preview would be a more efficient use of time.

I would go for Sumatra footage with previews/trailers of as many of the others as possible!

Graham

[Simon Westgarth]

News from the forthcoming Adventure Paddlers Weekend with Gene17: Below and beyond machu picchu 2009

With only a month to go and during the run up to this year’s Gene17 Adeventure Paddler’s weekend, we will be profiling each presentation, to ensure there is some background information for paddlers, and to also tantalise the taste buds……

Below and beyond machu picchu 2009


In May 2009 a team of british boaters headed out to Peru for a mission to paddle the first descent of the Rio Concebidayoc, a river hidden away deep in the rain forest flowing below the ancient ruins of Espiritu Pampa “The last city of the Inca”.The plan was a warm up on the Rio Cotahuasi the deepest canyon in the world then travel over land to Cusco and into the jungle.



The team made up from the Paddle sport coaches at Plas Y Brenin were Pete Catterall, Jon spike Green and Adam Harmer, and the man that first found the river whist leading a trek in the area Paul Cripps from Amazonas Explores.

The talk will include images and film footage from the expedition, and will give an insight into the highs and lows of attempting a first descent in a very remote part of the world.

See G17 APWE Facebook Event for details.

[Simon Westgarth]

Just a little more news, hot off the press from.....

"It's looking at the moment that the new 2010 Burn will be available for the first time as well!!"

More to come as I find out

[Simon Westgarth]

News from the forthcoming Adventure Paddlers Weekend with Gene17: BUKE's Kayaknam trip 2009

One of the forthcoming presentations at this years Gene17 Adventure Paddler’s Weekend will for from this year’s Bristish Universities Kayak Expedition to Vietnam. Here is a brief extract from the trip and some back ground info to get you in the swing of things for the 5th December on Devon.



In late 2008 a group of hopeful students met in a small bunk house in North Wales. After two days of intensive mental tests and vigorous physical analysis, 9 were selected to go forth and carry the flag on the third BUKE expedition. After some debate and discussion, Vietnam was chosen as the destination for the team and so the expedition gained its name; KAYAKNAM.



After 8 months of preparation, the team flew out to Hong Kong at the start of July 2009, from there they took the 1000 mile journey overland to Hanoi, Vietnam. The first objective was finding un-navigated rivers in the north, the so called “Unknown Dragons”. The group had great success and managed to find some instant classics.



On returning to Hanoi the team took some R+R and then planned the journey south in search of some big volume, big drop fun. Their efforts paid off in spectacular fashion and the guys were rewarded with a super section in an amazing location.

From there the team gathered their thoughts and kit and headed off on the long, eventful trip back to Hong Kong and then back to the UK.

Hear of the teams exploits at this year’s Gene 17 APW, with Luke Farrington talking of the “hidden Dragons” and some of the more practical issues of exploring in South East Asia.

See Kayaknam on G17K's Blog

See G17 APWE Facebook Event for details.

[Rich Brimfield]

Hmmm Sumatra sounds interesting- I did some aeroplane scouting of it a couple of months ago and it got me intrigued about what the paddling potential must be: big volcanoes, vast expanses of jungle and a very wet rainy season. Make that another vote for Olaf's presentation on Sumatran boating!

[Simon Westgarth]

Its all looking ace here at the RDCP. The guys have put a marquee up outside the bar, a kind of conservatory for bar talk and over spill, plus a big screen, some 3m by 2m is being permanently installed. Lots of little added extras to big a better event.

[Simon Westgarth]

Hello Paddler

With only a week to go until the 7th annual Gene17 Adventure Paddlers Weekend, I have some more news about the event for you.

Hot News for this year:
PRODUCT RELEASES
PALM/ MERRELL Gradient will be available to the paddling public for the first time
http://www.palmequipmenteurope.com/gear/gradient.html

PALM EV & AV PFDs the official launch of Palm's new benchmark product
http://www.palmequipmenteurope.com/evolution/

PYRANHA Burn 2010 the all new Burn, all round river runner will be available to demo for the first time
http://www.pyranha.com/newsSheet.php?boardID=1&id=49

CONFIRMED Olaf Obsommer, one of the most profilific white water kayak film makers around, we have the choice of over a dozen different adventures to watch, this is prime time viewing.

CONFIRMED Pete Catteral and the Below and Beyond Machu Picchu 09 Kayak Movie see http://belowandbeyondmachupicchu09.wordpress.com/

CONFIRMED, BUKE's KayakNam trip to Vietnam, see http://www.kayaknam.com/expedition-blog

Plus all the fun of the fair, the latest demo boats from the on site Manic Canoe Store, and Music from DJ Red Belly and maybe we'll get Cheesy to DJ too

Final preparations to the Sawmill Bar have been underway, with considerable improvements to the multimedia resources, plus a large marquee in front of the bar, for an overspill drinking area.

The rain has been booked all season to date, and the forecast looks ace too. So rest assure we're in for an ace weekend in Devon

Regards

Simon Westgarth

[mfflower]

Our venue is the RiverDart Country Park..., (http://www.riverdart.co.uk) will host 300+ paddlers in the Sawmill Bar, and provide accommodation for those who wish to stay on site.

Are they making their campsite available, or just dorms - just their website says it shuts at the end of september?

[Simon Westgarth]

Our venue is the RiverDart Country Park..., (http://www.riverdart.co.uk) will host 300+ paddlers in the Sawmill Bar, and provide accommodation for those who wish to stay on site.

Are they making their campsite available, or just dorms - just their website says it shuts at the end of september?

The is no camping for tents, but if you have a camper they can accommodate you. Other accommodation available is the Holne Park House rooms, as everything is booked out.

[Simon Westgarth]

Free Kayak Session at Gene17 APWE

Yes you read it right, Kayak Session have sent over:

150 Magazine's Issue 31 (T. Bradt waterfall issue), 150 Buyers Guide 2010 & tons of Stickers for everyone.

Plus in the draw we have, 5 T-Shirts, 5 Video Guides and 10 subscriptions to be won.

So just a small give away from your favourite WW Kayak Magazine.

See you on the Weekend

Regards

Simon

[justin-g]

Hi Simon - is there a schedule of events anywhere? I couldn't see it on your FB page.

And will I be able to pick-up a copy of Genotype 2 while I'm there!

J

[Ollieswims!]

Who's this aimed at?
Me and two mates are local, 16 years old. Would we be able to tag along with a group running the upper/loop?

Cheers,
Ollie.

[Simon Westgarth]

Saturday Night Programme at G17 APWE

1930 Pete Catteral and the Below and Beyond Machu Picchu 09 Kayak Movie see http://belowandbeyondmachupicchu09.wordpress.com/

2030 BUKE's KayakNam trip to Vietnam, see http://www.kayaknam.com/expedition-blog

2130 Olaf Obsommer, one of the most profilific white water kayak film makers around, we have the choice of over a dozen different adventures to watch, this is prime time viewing.

2230 DJ RedBelly

[Simon Westgarth]

Who's this aimed at?

Everyone who is a WW paddler.

Me and two mates are local, 16 years old. Would we be able to tag along with a group running the upper/loop?

We offer no guided descents, its a weekend for friends new and old to meet up and go paddle. If oyu are looking for paddlers, see the Paddle Partners forum on UKRGB.

Hi Simon - is there a schedule of events anywhere? I couldn't see it on your FB page.

See G17 APWE FB Page

And will I be able to pick-up a copy of Genotype 2 while I'm there!

Yes the Manic Canoe Shop sell this highly prized Production....

[Ollieswims!]

Not so much guided descents. Im asking if in your opinion there will be people there to paddle with. We're capable of running the upper on our own, But it would be nice to get to know new paddlers.

Ollie.