Dear Canoe Wildwater Community,
As we quickly approach the 2022 PA Canoe Wildwater Championships, PA wishes to thank the Canoe Wildwater Technical Committee, local organising committee and Paddle WA (PWA) for their support and contribution in preparation for this year’s National event.
2022 PA Canoe Wildwater Championships
The 2022 PA Canoe Wildwater Championships will be held from the 6 – 7 of August 2022 in Perth, WA across multiple locations with competitors offered the opportunity to train the day before competition begins (5th August).
With Classic Races scheduled to be held in Posselts Ford in Toodyay and the infamous Bells Rapid Park in Bakersville to be utilised for Sprint Races, the Championships are due to be an action packed return to racing and competition for all Wildwater participants.
Participation
The Wildwater Championship events in both the Senior and Junior age categories will feature as the main attraction for athletes. Participants wishing to participate in a more social competition will be able to enter into the Sundries events, introduced to facilitate participation for competitors competing in Plastic or composite non-wildwater crafts.
Whilst we welcome paddlers of all skill levels, it is expected that competitors can self assess personal risk based on their own competency and the section of river and it’s associated levels. The race organisers and safety officials reserve the right to withdraw any competitor at any stage of the event if deemed necessary to ensure the competitor’s personal safety.
Safety
Due to the course being held in Wildwater conditions, it is necessary for all participants to wear Helmets and PFD’s. Each competitor should also have a whistle attached to their PFD for emergency situations.
Covid Guidelines for Events
The Covid-19 environment is extremely fluid and it is important every person keeps informed and understands the current Federal/State guidelines and recommendations issued by the Government. Please CLICK HERE to see the Paddle Australia Covid Guidelines for Events. Further venue/facility protocols will be published closer to the competition.
Registrations
Registrations can be made via the JustGo portal HERE. Registrations close on 30 July, 2022.
