UCD Canoe Club
Committee Announcements => Announcements => Topic started by: Diarmuid on December 02, 2013, 21:43:38
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What's cracking lovely lads and ladies?
What is it? Mutha'fuckin New Years trip
When is it? 27 December - 3 January
Where is it? Glenbeigh, Co Kerry
Who should attend? Everyone, you'll seriously miss out if you don't!
So, we're into the month of Procrastination (December), it's getting close to that time of the year where we settle into our most expansive trousers after a heavy Chistmas's eating, ask the mammy to cut the leftover turkey into sambos (if you don't eat them, I will) and head away down the country. This all means that it's time to start planning yourself for the joint-best half-week of 2013 and 2014*! We'll be staying in the luxurious Clearwater Holiday Homes in the village of Glenbeigh, Co Kerry!
There'll be Kayaking every day (party every night), with daily trips to the Lower Caragh, Surf, Upper Caragh and further afield I'm sure. ;) As usual we will be hosting our yearly Table Quiz on the 30th at our (in)famous nightly venue, The Ross Inn who'll be putting on an even better New year's Party than last year!
Hi guys,
Just a quick reminder, anyone who wants to get gear out for Kerry, please organise to do so before Kerry itself. All committee members will be in Kerry for the full week (whoo) and will be unable to open the boathouse.
At minimum the boathouse will be open this Saturday 20th between 1200-1500 and also on the morning of the 27th.
If this does not suit you please just give myself or another committee member a text / call and we'll sort you out whenever :)
Merry Kerry,
D
The ridiculously cheap prices (including accomodation AND food) will be as follows:
1 Nights: €20
2 Nights: €35
3 Nights: €50
4 Nights: €60
5 Nights: €70
6 Nights: €80
7 Nights: Only €80!!
Money can be paid either in advance or down in Kerry, whichever suits really!
If you're driving down / looking for a lift please discuss that here (http://forum.ucdcanoeclub.com/index.php/topic,11721.0.html). The best way to be assured of a lift is to ring the person that you're asking :)
*the best week of the student year may have been a better way of writing this
Here's a picture of Ross being silly:
(http://i.imgur.com/hVzo5ngl.jpg)
Attendees
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Marie
Cilly Willy
Aoife
Helena
Finch
Jocano
Alex
Rory
Kieran
Peter
Naddy
Andy J
Deiv
Andrew
Zog
Stevo
Kamikaze
Nicola
JB
Maryanne
Donagh
Derv
Louise
Shane
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
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NML Notes
Hey Guys!!! Aoife (your friendly NML) doing a sneaky edit here ;)
So all you Freshers (and EVERYONE ELSE) better be down at Kerry at some point this year!!!
This week is the best craic ever!!! As in you'll be planning your 14/15 Chrimbo hols to include Kerry before you even leave this year!!! This week is also great for meeting ALL the kayakers from the different Uni's and Colleges from around Ireland and even some from the UK ;D
For those of yous who are enjoying the social end of the club, this week is the week for you!!! While there will be Kayaking available everyday, there's no pressure to go! There'll always be a few people around just chilling/sleeping/getting ahead with the boozing for the next party...
For this trip there wont be any bus down!! But don't freak out!!!! Get on to the post for lifts to Kerry and nab yourself a lift down!!! Don't worry if you don't know the person who you're getting the lift with...you'll be besto's with them by the end of the week :D
For those of you who think you don't know enough people in the club to spend a week with us...I only knew the names of three people going down last year...I left with a few new best friends, seven nights of hilarious memories and a new found love of 'rock the boat'!! afro.gif
This week is not one to miss!!!
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Here's a picture of Ross being silly:
(http://i.imgur.com/hVzo5ngl.jpg)
It's like you want people to remember you were ugly...
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Can't wait! I'll be there for the 7 nights.
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Myself, and cormflakes too I'm sure, might just make an appearance ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQo1HIcSVtg
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Myself, and cormflakes too I'm sure, might just make an appearance ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQo1HIcSVtg
Long over-due...Freshers are starting to think that ye are some type of mythical creature.
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Myself, and cormflakes too I'm sure, might just make an appearance ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQo1HIcSVtg
Long over-due...Freshers are starting to think that ye are some type of mythical creature.
Well glad to hear I'm not completely forgotten at least!
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Myself, and cormflakes too I'm sure, might just make an appearance ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQo1HIcSVtg
Long over-due...Freshers are starting to think that ye are some type of mythical creature.
Well glad to hear I'm not completely forgotten at least!
Some stains are permanent
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Myself, and cormflakes too I'm sure, might just make an appearance ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQo1HIcSVtg
Long over-due...Freshers are starting to think that ye are some type of mythical creature.
Well glad to hear I'm not completely forgotten at least!
Let's just say the Fresher's have been well informed ;)
I'll be there for all seven nights!!!! :D
KERRY!!!!!
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oh, forgot to mention, I'll be there all week long baby!
It's like you want people to remember you were ugly...
you suck
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i love how that pic is still doing the rounds...
woo hoo Kerry!!! :)
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Hmmm I'm not fully convinced I want to go this year tbh it doesn't sound very fun...... NAAAAAT !
Signing up for seven of the best nights going, with a large portion of craicing boating as well as a side order of whopper parties please !
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I'll be there... from 28th or 29 till the end. BÄM!
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I need a lift from the 29th evening time or 30th from dublin
Also I need a lift back for the 3rd
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I need a lift from the 29th evening time or 30th from dublin
Also I need a lift back for the 3rd
Take a look here: http://forum.ucdcanoeclub.com/index.php/topic,11721.0.html
pop up what you need and then keep an eye on it and nab them as soon as they pop up :D
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thats the attitude jocano,
ill be going on the first day, will either stay for 6 or 7 days.....hummm
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If I was to get the train down for a day would I be able to get lifted??
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Pick a day, and we can collect people from the train station. If more than one person is travelling by train on the same day either arrange to travel on the same train as train buddies or wait in Kilarney and everyone get a lift together. If you arrive early in Kilarney there are buses that go as far as kilorglin and even to glenbeigh.
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To add to what Kieran said. Arrange before you leave home who is collecting you and when. Someone called me last year from the train, don't be that person. There is a narrow time window between paddling finishing and beer O'Clock to get collected. Arriving in Kilarney or Kilorglin between 16.00 to 17.30 is a good time. No part of a plan in Kerry should rely on phone signal.
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To add to what Kieran said. Arrange before you leave home who is collecting you and when. Someone called me last year from the train, don't be that person. There is a narrow time window between paddling finishing and beer O'Clock to get collected. Arriving in Kilarney or Kilorglin between 16.00 to 17.30 is a good time. No part of a plan in Kerry should rely on phone signal.
There is so much truth in this post!!! Please plan ahead!!
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Tempted to go down for the whole week again lads - see y'all there ;)
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I'm planning for the whole week. Might be a day late, see what happens!
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Also I cant make the trailer pack. Could someone to the honours for me? I have Kag, Wetsuit and booties myself.
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Me neither... I have a spraydeck and clothing incl. cag, so I guess with a BA (L), a helmet (some blue one fit me well, that's all I remember), some paddles and a GTX boat I should be sorted. Who can I trust with that?
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Also I cant make the trailer pack. Could someone to the honours for me? I have Kag, Wetsuit and booties myself.
Me neither... I have a spraydeck and clothing incl. cag, so I guess with a BA (L), a helmet (some blue one fit me well, that's all I remember), some paddles and a GTX boat I should be sorted. Who can I trust with that?
Guys you need to ask someone specifically to get you sorted, and remind them closer to the time. Don't ask in general and hope for the best :)
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Oh don't worry, I wouldn't. Just generally asking before I force someone to do it ;)
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I'll go on the 1st day and stay as long as I can last, hopefully 7 days :)
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I'll go on the 1st day and stay as long as I can last, hopefully 7 days :)
That's the spirit Kamikaze afro.gif
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i'll be there, hopefully for 7 days of madness!! :D
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
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MERRY KERRY.
This is happening.
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Here's to 7 days I'll (hopefully) remember :) Count me in biatches!
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I'm planning on being there on the 29th/30th, going to use some time between now and then to figure out some cool oldie pranks.
cool := not that cool
oldie := not really, more "hermit"
pranks := I'm not great at these, this sort of level of not great http://i.imgur.com/vJAB75Y.jpg
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How could I say no,
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Forgot to speak. Will be there in club houses for 6/7 nights. See ya then.
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pranks := I'm not great at these, this sort of level of not great http://i.imgur.com/vJAB75Y.jpg
Brilliant!
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
Any chance Niall's broken boat can be taken for a boat throwing comp?
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Just rob peoples drinks, Maryanne. Then do a Bill Murray http://www.billmurraystory.com/
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Any chance Niall's broken boat can be taken for a boat throwing comp?
I'm sure we can arrange to have whats left of the boat brought down, won't promise anything though !!
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HALLOOO!!
em i dont have my hours for work that week, am i able to sign up now and let u know how many days laters???? evil.gif
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HALLOOO!!
em i dont have my hours for work that week, am i able to sign up now and let u know how many days laters???? evil.gif
Sure!
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Do you want a sick note, as a doctor I can write one,
To whom it may concern person x is infected with white fly we are currently fumigating them and then giving them water and light to promote recovery
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
Can we go ice skating or to jumpzone after this ?! It'd be amazing !
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Dave, that's the best suggestion I've heard in a long time!
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
Can we go ice skating or to jumpzone after this ?! It'd be amazing !
I second this ;D
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
Can we go ice skating or to jumpzone after this ?! It'd be amazing !
I second this ;D
ICE SKATING(if I'm not working)
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Boat Pack Details
The Boat Pack will happen on Saturday 21st December from 1200-1500.
Everyone going to Kerry should come down and pick out a boat and gear for themselves!
If you can't attend, please let a committee member know!
Can we go ice skating or to jumpzone after this ?! It'd be amazing !
YES YES YES! :D
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figure out some cool oldie pranks.
cool := not that cool
oldie := not really, more "hermit"
pranks := I'm not great at these, this sort of level of not great http://i.imgur.com/vJAB75Y.jpg
Myself and Conor Masterson (Uber Oldie) decided to take all of the light bulbs out of the club house when everyone was in the Ross Inn. We had a good laugh when we went back later on for the party and the place was lit by candles and head torches. I think we even took the bulb out of the fridge.
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figure out some cool oldie pranks.
cool := not that cool
oldie := not really, more "hermit"
pranks := I'm not great at these, this sort of level of not great http://i.imgur.com/vJAB75Y.jpg
Myself and Conor Masterson (Uber Oldie) decided to take all of the light bulbs out of the club house when everyone was in the Ross Inn. We had a good laugh when we went back later on for the party and the place was lit by candles and head torches. I think we even took the bulb out of the fridge.
devious!
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Buckfast enjuced coma...followed by chundering down the river chumming for fish...count me in ;D. Fairly sure I can last 4 days haha See you guys on the 28th and I'm gonna be driving so can offer lifts...of course favouritism applies to those with gifts ;D
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Can we go ice skating or to jumpzone after this ?! It'd be amazing !
So I guess the plan would be meet at the boathouse at 3 and then decide what to do, jumpzone or ice skating.
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Sign me up from 31st-2nd (and driving!) :D
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Hi guys,
Just a quick reminder, anyone who wants to get gear out for Kerry, please organise to do so before Kerry itself. All committee members will be in Kerry for the full week (whoo) and will be unable to open the boathouse.
At minimum the boathouse will be open this Saturday 20th between 1200-1500 and also on the morning of the 27th.
If this does not suit you please just give myself or another committee member a text / call and we'll sort you out whenever :)
Merry Kerry,
D
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Also, remember guys, book your lift early!
Try to pick someone with roofracks if you want a boat down, it's your best way of making sure you get a boat there :)
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Can we go ice skating or to jumpzone after this ?! It'd be amazing !
So I guess the plan would be meet at the boathouse at 3 and then decide what to do, jumpzone or ice skating.
dont want to go home the 21st, so guess ill go along to this
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Kerry top tips
Money, this is used to buy goods, there is an ATM in the local petrol station however this sometimes runs out of cash making trips to Kilorglan or Kilarney
Food and drink, fruit and snacks help prevent Kerry flu. Water is your friend, drink lots of it. If you're in a club house help cook and clean as much as possible.
Clothes, Hat, gloves and a rain jacket. Thermals as many as you can cause nothing makes wet gear easier to put on than dry thermals. A good pair of shoes or boots for walking as wet feet suck.
Don't forget to bring a towel
Sleeping bags, air mattress, pillow. You may not get a bed accept this and move on with your life.
Light and reflective jacket. Head torch or other light source for walking to and from the pub
Visit a pharmacy for tablets etc. stock up before you leave in boots etc. as it is usually cheaper
Phone, make sure you can charge it and get a few extra numbers. Committee numbers should already be on it
Buddy up, when walking to and from the pub, in the pub, the river and always make sure someone knows where you're going if you head off by yourself (try not to do this).
River trips, ask the night before to go on trips, you maybe told no but that's the worst that can be said to you. On club trips, time dependant try to run stuff again. Pick your own line on club trips
When getting lifts on non club trips or shopping trips, offer petrol money , depending on the person the answer maybe no but it saves the driver the hassle of chasing you for cash. Don't eat or drink in a car without asking first. No matter how messy the car don't leave your stuff behind. If you have a boat you should also have a strap.
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Nice one Kieran, also, it'd make things easier for me if ye all paid on arrival, i.e., as soon as you see me, please pay me :)
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Nice one Kieran, also, it'd make things easier for me if ye all paid on arrival, i.e., as soon as you see me, please pay me :)
Yep! Kerry is enough of a marathon without making the committee hound you! Be sound, it's Christmas.
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Nice one Kieran, also, it'd make things easier for me if ye all paid on arrival, i.e., as soon as you see me, please pay me :)
Yep! Kerry is enough of a marathon without making the committee hound you! Be sound, it's Christmas.
no, its kerry. much more important
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oh ya... forgot to mention that I shall be making a star appearance from the 30th till around the second!!! afro.gif
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anyone going from dublin on the 29th or 30th that has space in a car? :)
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anyone going from dublin on the 29th or 30th that has space in a car? :)
I'd say you'd be best off texting around at this point :) You might get lucky if you're not looking to take a boat down :)
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anyone going from dublin on the 29th or 30th that has space in a car? :)
Check here: http://forum.ucdcanoeclub.com/index.php/topic,11721.0.html
Conor is
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anyone going from dublin on the 29th or 30th that has space in a car? :)
Check here: http://forum.ucdcanoeclub.com/index.php/topic,11721.0.html
Conor is
I'm afraid the car is full. Sorry bout that.
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Could anyone help me out on how well dodgy shoulder blades and kayaking trips work out? Would I be wise to pull out, but miss the banter?
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How dodgy is dodgy, normal river paddling should not put huge strain on shoulders, surfing on the other hand or harder grade rivers might.
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Well the action of pulling something towards me is painful. most other shoulder movements are fine. also cant look left (yes its weird).
Although by the end of the week it could be ok . . .
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even without kayaking this is thee trip to go to.
non stop banter and endless films.
come anyway
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even without kayaking this is thee trip to go to.
non stop banter and endless films.
come anyway
exactly
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Come along Andy and play it by ear :) there'll be a good few people not paddling during the days :)
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Coolios! what time are people arivning from?
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I reckon people will start arrive when it gets dark.
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gwan sign me up! Driving down saturday!:D
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I see I'm on the list. Probably best to edit the list to show Kieran and I as staying in an oldies house. Cheers.
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Lads...I honestly can't sleep...FAR too excited! :o
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I don't want to be a winge but do out houses still have power. Listening to the news a large portion of Kerry as no power . .
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I have no idea!!! But it should be back by later anyway...hopefully...:P
Maybe brng the candles just incase :P
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They do https://www.esb.ie/esb-networks/powercheck/