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Check out the stories that are currently making a splash within the paddling community .
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British Canoeing recently commissioned research into the use of quick release leash systems in a white water environment
As the National Governing Body for Stand Up Paddleboarding in the UK , informed by recent research and insight into the inherent danger of using leashes and pending further research , British Canoeing strongly recommend that SUP paddlers DO NOT use any leash system while paddling on white water .
Find out more here www . britishcanoeing . org . uk / news / 2023 / guidancefor-quick-release-leash-systems-in-a-white-waterenvironment
British Canoeing supports the End Sewage Pollution manifesto
British Canoeing is part of a coalition united by the ambition to End Sewage Pollution and recover the UK ’ s rivers , lakes and seas . The End Sewage Pollution Coalition has launched a manifesto calling for a UK where our rivers , lakes and seas are healthy and teaming with life . Nature needs to be valued and protected . People should be able to use the water free from the fear of becoming ill .
Find out more here www . britishcanoeing . org . uk / news / 2023 / british-canoeing-supports-end-sewage-pollutionmanifesto-2023
John Willis completes 108 mile paddle challenge across the River Thames
Disability charity founder John Willis completed his biggest-ever challenge - paddling 108 miles across the River Thames to raise vital funds for Power2Inspire . John paddled for eight days across five counties , from Cricklade to Eton Dorney – all in the name of raising vital funds for the cause .
Find out more here www . britishcanoeing . org . uk / news / 2023 / disabilitycharity-founder-john-willis-completes-his-biggest-everchallenge-paddling-108-miles-across-the-river-thames
TV presenter Steve Backshall reflects on paddling world record
Steve Backshall , a BBC presenter , naturalist and British Canoeing member , has been reflecting on his world record for paddling the length of the River Thames in the fastest time . The record , achieved in a double kayak with partner Tom McGibbon , concluded after 20 hours and 29 minutes and involved navigating the river throughout the day and the night .
Find out more here www . britishcanoeing . org . uk / news / 2023 / tvpresenter-steve-backshall-reflects-on-paddling-worldrecord