Jemima, Paul, Kirsten, Ailsa and Rory joined me for another session, their fourth so far. We went for a very wet session, lot’s of fun and falling in. Challenges ranged from sitting on the very back of the boat to standing one legged on the very front! It started sunny with blue skies but soon a haar rolled in, giving us a very atmospheric experience.
Gillian, Rachel and Emma spent the morning kayaking with me. Rachel and Emma choosing to kayak on a double sit on top and Gillian going for the faster sea kayak.
Caroline and Joe spent the afternoon with me on the water. We had a nice low tide so were able to spot lots of great things on our paddle around the rugged coastline. Lots of starfish about to see today.
Sarah and Anna joined me for a morning exploring the coastline around Mellon Charles. It didn’t take long for them to remember their scouting kayaking skills. The craggy coastline is fantastic for exploring, with lots of nooks and crannies.
David and Frances have been out with me a number of times in the past, they’ve now got new boats and wanted to learn more about safe paddling – what kit is useful to have, how to rescue each other and rescuing themselves from the water. The sun came out and it was a lovely afternoon.
Andrew, Olivia, Georgina, Elspeth, Hettie and Tom met me on a grey morning. The weather soon brightened up and we had a great session paddling around the craggy coastline spotting wildlife.
David, Dawn, David, Carys and Iona joined me for a fun afternoon exploring in kayaks. We learnt some paddling skills and improved as we paddled about, ending up being pretty good at controlling our kayaks. Second session in a row that we had an otter make an appearance.
Debbie, Barry and Sophie met me on a grey morning for a paddle on Loch Ewe. The light drizzle soon stopped and it started to brighten slightly. On our paddle we had some seals pass by and then an otter pottering about as we had our brew. Over the course of the session we must have seen at least a hundred starfish – they were everywhere!
Maggie, Maisie, Emma, Ben, Euan and Gary all met me for a fun afternoon learning kayaking skills, having fun, seeing the scenery and spotting wildlife. Oh, and of course the important hot chocolate on a remote beach!
Steph, Rosie, Craig, Greg and Emma met me on their NC500 trip for a fun morning on the water. Exploring the coastline gives a very different perspective to the NC500 scenery and seeing seals at the same level as you is fantastic!
Andrea, Carl and Isla joined me for a morning of fun on the water. Learning kayaking skills as we explored the great coastline by Inverewe Garden and relaxed.
Trudy, Emma and Abi joined me for the afternoon. The heavy rain didn’t arrive when forecast so we had a lovely calm and dry session exploring the rugged coastline.
Claire and Daniel joined me for an exciting morning learning kayaking skills, having some fun, exploring fantastic coastline and of course some splashing!
Amanda, Ed, Archie and Marsaili joined me for their fifth session with me. Always nice seeing them and getting out on the water to have some fun. Marsaili requested we do some wet games – so since I always like to please I tried my best to get them in the water as much as possible!
Freddie and John moved to the area earlier this year and have been keen to get out on the water. We’d planned a session a while ago but the wind got in the way a wee bit. They had such a good time they’re now keen to get their own boats and book another session to learn more skills.
Robyn, Abbie and Stuart joined me for a sunny afternoon. Exploring the coastline around Inverewe is always enjoyable, seeing a side of the garden that most don’t get to. As we stopped for a brew at Camas Glas a seal swam about below us keeping a watchful eye on what we were up to.
Erin and Jordan met me for a morning canoeing. It started out very calm and we were able to paddle around Inverewe Garden easily, spotting seals and birds as we paddled around. The wind increased and gave us a very easy paddle back to the road – always nice to have the wind help us along!
Alison and Martin joined me again for another paddle, the last time being from Gairloch last year. They wanted a full day on Loch Maree, so we set off to explore the islands. Paddling around the islands is always nice, with the highlights generally being Isle Maree and the islands on the loch on the island on the loch!