Sea kayaking in Oban and the surrounding isles - Scotland
Three days of kayaking and wild camping in Scotand. The second night we had a thunderstorm like you wouldn't believe, but sadly it was not captured on tape. Enjoy! Thanks to Colin for his fantastic guiding -
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Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license 4.0
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Oban Sea Kayak Race 2014
The 2014 Oban Sea Kayak Race took place on Saturday 23rd August 2014, with more than 70 paddlers taking part. Covering a distance of 20km, the race circumnavigated the beautiful and rugged Island of Kerrera, beginning and ending at Oban on Scotland’s beautiful west coast.
This is a video of the race, taken with my GoPro (or as Gus calls it my “candid camera”) mounted on the rear deck of my Valley Etáin.
For best viewing crank up the Quality to 1080 HD!
The Argyll Sea Kayak Trail - Crinan to Ardrishaig to Tarbert
The Argyll Sea Kayak trail is 150km in length and offers some of the best sea kayaking in Europe. More information can be found at -
The route takes in some of Scotland’s most scenic coastlines and provides both the beginner and the most experienced kayaker with a thrilling and rewarding test. Why not be one of the first to tackle the full 150 km of the trail, or pick a section or two to try over a weekend?
Running from Ganavan Sands, near Oban, to Helensburgh, the Argyll Sea Kayak Trail is split into eight sections. It hugs the stunning Argyll coast down to the Sound of Jura before cutting through Mid Argyll via the Crinan Canal, otherwise dubbed ‘Britain’s most beautiful shortcut’.
The route then leads to the south end of Loch Fyne, before skirting Inner Kintyre and around the Kyles of Bute. The final sections lead the paddler through part of the Firth of Clyde, taking in Rothesay Bay and Wemyss Bay.
Sea Kayaking is one of the very best ways to explore in depth the magnificence of the west coast of Scotland. Rich in wildlife, naturally diverse coastline, sheltered waters, islands, sandy beaches, caves and much more, offer everything you might want from a world class paddling destination.
It’s no surprise why so many people travel from across the world come to experience what Argyll and it’s islands has to offer in the way of Sea Kayaking – so don’t miss out!
More information can be found at -
The Queen's Baton Relay 2014 Appin Benderloch and Oban
On 13th of July 2014 the Queen's Baton made its way from Appin.
The Oban Times managed to catch up with it for some of its journey.
Kayaking Pembrokeshire coast
Kayaking In Pembrokeshire
Well this was a bit of a rushed video, with work and the good old British weather chances of getting out somewhere beautiful like Wales from Lincolnshire are rare so it was take a chance...... a very long drive and preparing at the very last minute, I totally forgot my second GoPro and batteries so I had 45 mins filming at best!
The sea was a LOT rougher than it looks but it's one of the best coastlines I have seen.
This was all edited on my phone so 0 out of 10 for cinematography! (so please dont point that out)
If you want REALLY good kayaking videos of the UK coast I highly recommend you take a look at the channels by GBPaddling and Lens Outdoors
White Water Slalom kayaking & canoeing Grandtully Scotland
This is a spectator's view of Grandtully white water kayak and canoeing course near Aberfeldy. It is Scotland's top course, where three times a year Britain's top kayak and canoeists compete. As a spectator it is highly recommended sport to go along and watch. Grandtully is a short distance from Aberfeldy
Summit to Sea Demo Weekend 2
John MacGregor Award - Greenland to Scotland by Kayak
Adventurers Olly Hicks and George Bullard take away this year's John MacGregor Award for their extraordinary Greenland to Scotland Sea Kayak Challenge.
Undertaking the ultimate challenge, Olly and George spent 12 nights at sea and paddled over 1,200 miles for a minimum of 16 hours per day. There are no other words needed to describe this challenge, just watch the video and be in awe. Well done Olly and George!
Sea Kayak Canada - East Coast kayaking - Sea Kayaking Specialists
Want to escape the Australian winter? eastcoastkayaking.com
Then sea kayak Canada and have an Adventure of a life time.
Discover Vancouver Island, British Columbia, from the water.
With:
• East Coast kayaking, Victoria Australia in conjunction with
• Discovery Islands Lodge
• Coast Mountain Expeditions -- and
• Paddle West Kayaking
Discover 3 stunning paddling destinations in 3 weeks of sea kayaking and unique experiences with knowledgeable local guides in stunning British Columbia :
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• Discovery Islands; Surge Narrows & The Okisollo Wave
• Clayoqout Sound; Hot springs cove -- Tofino
• Barkley Sound; The Broken Group Pacific Rim national Park
Minimum of 3 and Maximum 8 participants.
Explore:
• Tidal Rapids and waves,
• Pacific Ocean coast line,
• Groups of Islands
• Caves and sea tunnels
Experience:
• Breathtaking scenery
• Wild life - Whales, sea lions, harbour seals, Bald Eagles, river otters.
Enjoy:
• Stunning accommodation with great hospitality and exceptional hosts.
• Discovery Lodge B and B on Quadra Island with its spectacular Pacific Ocean views.
• Innchanter a beautifully refurbished 85' ship with 6 staterooms, excellent hospitality and only a short, healthy walk from the hot springs.
• Sechart lodge, Barkley Sound; The Broken Group Pacific Rim Park - a former whaling station and Nothing less than something unique in 21st Century dining and accommodation in a remote and historic setting.
Itinerary
Week 1
Discovery Islands; Surge Narrows & the Okisollo Wave
5 Days of spring tide fun, excitement and EDUCATION!
• Surge Narrows Tidal Rapids :
The Discovery Lodge is a 10 minute sea kayak paddle from Surge Narrows Tidal Rapids. Spend 2 days in this world-class training ground for new-comers to this sport and a great playground for the advanced paddler.
• The Okisollo Wave -- 2 days of delight
At maximum flood on a big tide, the first wave has a face of approximately 3 meters. While it is an awe--inspiring, even intimidating, experience for all but the best kayakers, it is breath-taking to see.
The main wave (the Okisollo Wave) is a feature about 50 feet (16 meters) wide. It is formed when water pours over a shelf at ever increasing speeds, at ever increasing depths. Current speeds range from 0 (low slack) to 13 knots at max flood on a big spring tide.
NB. To do this wave at peak flood you need to be skilled in the Eskimo Roll!
Surf kayaking Okisollo Tidal Rapids. This is Surfing Whitewater -- Take it to the Limits!
Week 2
Tofino -- Hot Springs Cove 4 day Journey.
• Day 1:
Arrive by float plane and settle in on the InnChanter, floating in Hot Springs Cove
Ramsay Hot Springs is a splendid hot spring and still enjoyable in its natural state, located in Maquinna Provincial Park in the remote northern end of Clayoquot Sound. When the tourists leave at 3:30 it is ours; candlelit and tranquil.
• Days 2-4:
Next morning set out on a 3 day paddle back to Tofino, either down the coast or around the Flores and Vargas islands (depending on the weather forecast and sea conditions)
Week 3
5 Days exploring Barkley Sound; The Broken Group Pacific Rim National Park
The Broken group Pacific Rim Park is Canada's premier sea-kayaking destination.
Arrive at Sechart lodge via water taxi where we will spend the night enjoying 21st century dining in an historic setting.
This area is only navigable by boat and sea kayak. You will explore the 100 small islands and islets in Barkley Sound. You can see abundant wild life, explore coastal caves, and run the tunnel and sea caves if your skills fit with the sea conditions on this 4 day journey.
If this has excited your imagination, contact us for further information.
eastcoastkayaking.com
UEA kayak scotland 09
A collection of clips from the Easter break trip, quickly mashed together.
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Hastings All Weather Lifeboat - Service call to fishing vessel adrift in the shipping lanes
Tayvallich, Scotland - A walk through the nature reserve
The kids take us on a magical walk through the nature reserve in Teyvialich, Scotland.
Ben Nevis Scotland EMS video contest
Eastern Mountain Sports video contest
Ben Nevis Scotland
Highlights: RBS Bowl: Oban Lorne 19-14 Grangemouth Stags
Highlights from the RBS Bowl final on Saturday 20 April 2013 between Oban Lorne and Livingston.
LCP WW TOUR SCOTLAND 2010.wmv
A TERRIFIC WEEKEND OF FUN FUN FUN
Sennen Cove Lifeboat
Sennen cove lifeboat July 2012
Perthshire kayaking
p;erthshire weekend 8/9 March 08
Coasteering - Isle of Man
Coasteering in the Isle of Man with Adventurous Experiences.
Explore a section of stunning Manx coastline.
Coasteering involves scrambling, swimming and progressive exciting challenges through natural features; following a route at sea level, under the professional guidance of our highly experienced coaches.
A guaranteed Unforgettable Adventurous Experience!
WHIRLPOOL! AMAZING! (Biggest Whirlpool In The World)
whirlpool revolving current in an ocean, river, or lake. It may be caused by the configuration of the shore, irregularities in the bottom of the body of water, the meeting of opposing currents or tides, or the action of the wind upon the water. There are no true whirlpools really dangerous to shipping; the Maelstrom, near Norway, and Charybdis , near Sicily, are subjects of legend and myth, and Corrievrekin , near Scotland, was feared by the sailors of small boats. The Whirlpool Rapids below Niagara Falls are remarkable for their volume and violence, caused by an irregularity in the Niagara River channel. There is also a whirlpool below Victoria Falls in S Africa.
A whirlpool and swirling body of water usually produced by ocean tides. The vast majority of whirlpools are not very powerful. More powerful ones are more properly termed maelstroms. Vortex is the proper term for any whirlpool that has a downdraft. (Technically, these approximate to a 'free vortex', in which the tangential velocity (v) increases as the centre line is approached, so that the angular momentum (rv) is constant). Very small whirlpools can easily be seen when a bath or a sink is draining, but these are produced in a very different manner from those in nature. Smaller whirlpools also appear at the base of many waterfalls. In the case of powerful waterfalls, like Niagara Falls, these whirlpools can be quite strong. The most powerful whirlpools are created in narrow shallow straits with fast flowing water.
The five strongest whirlpools in the world are the Saltstraumen outside Bodø in Norway, which reaches speeds of 37 km/h; the Moskstraumen off the Lofoten islands in Norway (the original maelstrom), which reaches speeds of 27.8 km/h; the Old Sow in New Brunswick, Canada, which has been measured with a speed of up to 27.6 km/h; the Naruto whirlpool in Japan, which has a speed of 20 km/h; and the Corryvreckan in Scotland, which reaches speeds of 16 km/h.
Powerful whirlpools have killed unlucky seafarers, but their power tends to be exaggerated by laymen. There are virtually no stories of large ships ever being sucked into a whirlpool. Tales like those by Paul the Deacon, Jules Verne and Edgar Allan Poe are entirely fictional. The closest equivalent might have been the short-lived whirlpool that sucked in a portion of Lake Peigneur in New Iberia, Louisiana, USA after a drilling mishap in 1980. This was not a naturally-occurring whirlpool, but a man-made disaster caused by breaking through the roof of a salt mine. The lake then behaved like a gigantic bathtub being drained, until the mine filled and the water levels equalized. Although some boats and semi trailers were pulled into it in the classic whirlpool stereotype, no human lives were lost.
world biggest whirlpool?!
oban lifeboat in the Corryvreckan whirlpool
oban lifeboat in the grip of the Corryvreckan whirlpool in peak spring tides 20th Sept 2013