Strong NW winds provided big conditions at St Bees to complete an Advanced Sea Kayak Leader assessment.  Faced with difficult launching and landing, powerful surf, a distant break and some very big waves (which had our sea kayaks airborne and pointing skywards at times!), the candidate did a great job of managing two competent paddlers and providing an intense but very positive experience.  They also managed all the staged rescue situations and incidents with aplomb – very well done!

If you’re keen to develop your sea kayaking or sea kayak qualifications at any level from flat calm to as challenging as you want, Steve will be pleased to help you.  Get in touch for a chat about your paddling needs on 07796 213817 and steve@stevebanksoutdoors.co.uk