LAND BASED Weather Module (British Canoeing) - Lochore - Saturday 31st October (9.30am to 11.30am)

This is classroom based at Lochore in Fife. Further details of meeting point will be sent after booking.

This certified British Canoeing Weather Module is a must-do. Whether you're new to paddling or have years of experience, this short course will boost your confidence by helping you understand how weather affects your paddling. We’ll explore how to read forecasts, spot weather changes, and make safer decisions. Plus, you’ll get a certificate at the end to show off your new skills!

The British Canoeing Weather Module is one of five new support modules - alongside Tides, Surf & Swell, Navigation for Paddlers, and Open Crossings - introduced in 2025, replacing the older Coastal and Open Water Navigation and Tidal Planning courses.

Key Learning Topics include:-

• How to interpret weather forecasts, synoptic charts, and the shipping forecast
• Effects of wind, storms, poor visibility, rain, and temperature on paddling
• Reading environmental clues (clouds, changing weather conditions)
• How to plan trips safely and adapt to evolving weather situations