A selection of resources to support your leadership decision making when using weirs.
The presentation and supporting documents provide valuable knowledge for any leader wishing to include the safe, dynamic appraisal and shooting of weirs in their trip planning. The Paddlesport Touring Leader Award specifically includes the use of weirs within a Paddle UK remit but these resources can be used by anyone to support the use of weirs.
Click here to view the ‘Including the buzz of weirs in your leadership’ presentation.
British Canoeing Awarding Body will be running interactive webinars based on this presentation. Please follow the links below to book on. (These are free and there are 5 CPD points for attendance).
- Monday 25th September – 7.30pm – 9pm
- Wednesday 18th October – 7.30pm – 9pm
- Monday 20th November – 7.30pm – 9pm
Supporting videos referenced in the presentation
Supporting Resources
- Natural Resources Wales / Rescue 3 Europe Weir Assessment System
- ROSPA: Weir Dangers article – Paul O’Sullivan & Christina McKay 2009
- Environment Agency: River Weirs Good Practice Guide – Charles Rickard, Rodney Day & Jeremy Purseglove 2003