Re: [Paddlewise] Club leaders, trips, etc.

> >IMO, the problem #1 of club trips is that there is no leader.
Well, as opposed to what?  Commercial trips?  Military trips?  
The Tsunami Rangers?  
> >Club trips are made of a bunch of individualistic leaders and
> >captains of their own kayaks who show up for their own pleasure,
> >not to learn anything.
>  
Plenty of times, I go paddling for my own pleasure, and not to learn anything,
at least not in the formal sense.  It is understood that we will take care of
each other on the water.  I am not likely to want to test anyone else nor be
tested just to go out on a club trip.  

I would agree with Ralph: you check the PFDs, check the clothing, then keep
your eyes open, keep communication open, and keep safety first.  Adjust the
day's plan to the interests and skills of the people there, and don't hesitate
to change plans to adjust to conditions.
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