BGCC is again hosting the PNSW/ACT States with Mates Marathon Championships!
A BIG thank-you to everyone who entered the States with Mates PNSW Marathon Champs before midnight last night. Your complimentary t-shirt size is guaranteed and we really look forward to seeing you all in early March. To those of you who didn't get your entry in time, DON'T PANIC. Its okay. Early bird pricing is live until 26th February but we cannot guarantee your complimentary t-shirt size.
If you have not entered, please think seriously about coming up to Canberra for a fun weekend of racing. The more boats that we have on the water, the more enjoyable the event. States with Mates is a lot more than racing K1s. It is about competing against yourself or your peers with general class racing catering for all brands of canoe or kayak and specific events for beginners. Not to mention the jummy food, great venue and excellent company! It is also a time to experience Canberra at her finest - States with Mates coincides with the Enlighten Festival celebrating Canberra Day, so lots on in the city.
Looking forward to seeing you soon at Burley Griffin Canoe Club
When: 3x days: Friday 7th, Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th March, 2025.
Where: from our own Molonglo Reach beach.
Who: Any BGCC paddler who can make it around the course! On Friday evening, this is 3 km. On Saturday and Sunday, the distances depend on your age. There is even a Novice category for those just starting out on their racing career. Anyone in a kayak or canoe (no matter what colour, make or weight) is encouraged to enter and discover the fun and comradery of taking part in a race. Every BGCC'er who finishes their event contributes points to the coveted TONGWAY TROPHY - we won it last year ... rumour has it that Sydney-based clubs would love to take it home with them this year ... can't let that happen! The more boats that we have on the water, the more likely that we will keep the TONGWAY. So what are you waiting for ... Enter and be part of the fun. Marathon Champs Entry ] The other trophy up for grabs is the JOAN MORISON Trophy for the club with the most points accrued by female paddlers. Come On Ladies ... Let's win it again too.
If you don't want to paddle, no worries. Put your hand up to help on the day. This event is a major highlight on the marathon paddling calendar across NSW and the ACT, so come on out and bask in the family atmosphere that BGCC brings to all of the events that the club organises.
Entries: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=375609 Note: Early Bird entries close Wednesday 26th February. All entries close on Wednesday 5th March.
Dinner?: Friday evening - A Maria catered munch-up. A delicious selection to suit every dietary need, at Molonglo Reach. And Saturday evening - off to the Canberra Brewery for craft beer and Brodburger meal - along with presentations of awards for Friday and Saturday's events. Saturday and Sunday breakfasts and lunches provided by our own BGCC Food Stall.
PNSW Marathon Series Race 4: Sunday 30th March, Hosted by LCRK, on the Lane Cove River
Enter at: Lane Cove entry
PNSW (PVic) Marathon series Races 2 & 3: Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th February, on the Murray River:
Has been run and won! Results Day 1: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=380566
Results Day 2: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=380690
To see BGCC member's results from Albury and Wagga, click on the heading above
Next: Saturday 15th February, 2025: This is a marathon race weekend, so some regulars will be away, but TT still on. Be on the river, ready for "Go" at 9:00 a.m. Your choice of the 3.7 km course, or the longer 4.7 km time trial course. One or two laps of either.
Results: 8/2/25: 3.7 km: 1 lap: Yuvna Chhetri TC1 34:01; 4.7 km: 1 lap: Jon Bell OC1 33:46; 2 laps: Dom Hides K1 52:44; Patricia Ashton/Bob Collins LR2 53:33; Andy Osborne K1 53:36(PB); Sylvie Fromont K1 62:24.
Results: 25/1/25: 3.7 km: 1 lap: Yuvna Chhetri TC1 32:37; 2 laps: Louise Yabsley K1 43:04; 4.7 km: 1 lap: Nick Grey K1 31:08; Katherine Cross LR1 35:02; 2 laps: Patricia Ashton/Bob Collins LR2 53:29.
For the full set of results, click on the above heading.
Learn to Paddle
If you’re new to paddling the Burley Griffin Canoe Club holds several 'Taste of Paddling' sessions, for non-members who would like to try it out. Bookings are essential and sessions cost $120pp.
Registration and payment should be made directly via this link: ToP Registration
Contact Patricia for more information.
Saturday 8th February, 2025: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Sunday 16th March, 2025: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
See Coaching for full details.
Participants will be able to try out a variety of boats, learn about equipment, boat handling, entry and exit techniques, basic paddling techniques and basic capsize procedures. Participants are expected to be able to swim 50m. The sessions are held on the Molonglo River in calm conditions close to shore.
