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About the Groupings
In prior years, we have had paddling groups which consisted of one guide and around 10 paddlers. This year we are going to let paddlers paddle in groups of at least three and have "Yellow Shirts" (Paddle Guides) stationed at spots where we believe paddlers may get into trouble. There will always be at least one "Yellow Shirt" at the front of all paddlers and NO ONE IS TO PASS THESE PADDLERS. Similarly, there will be at least one "Yellow Shirt" that will act as "Tail End Charlies" and NO ONE IS TO FALL BEHIND THESE PADDLERS.
Each time you enter the water and get off the water at a designated break (morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea), you must get your boat number highlighted by the "Clip Board Marshall". It is critical we know where all paddlers are at all times. The "WomDomNom" is not a race, but designed to be a relaxing paddle. Safety is of paramount importance. We will paddle 155km of the Macquarie River, and it changes constantly from long straight slow moving water, to fast flowing rapids to tight bends with potentially dangerous willow trees. We cannot stress enough how important it is to paddle in groups of at least three vessels. |
Support Crew
Would you like to be part of our crew? The roles are many and varied and you can commit for the whole paddle or just a few hours if that's all you can spare.
Send us an email or contact us on facebook so that we can tell you what's involved.
2019 Land Support (Green Shirts) :
Andrew McKay, Darryl Warren, Pamela Warren
Dam Wall to Wellington Paddle - Wednesday 20 November 2019 (Optional extra)
The Burrendong dam wall to Wellington township paddle is 34km of at time fast moving water. This paddle is for experienced and returning paddlers only. This paddle is supported for breakfast at the dam wall and for lunch with paddlers carrying their own morning tea. Afternoon tea is provided at the caravan park on the banks of the Bell river. The cost of this day is an additional $25.00.
16 Paddlers
Sean Bromfield, Justin Brooks, Rordon Brouwer, Glen Conway, Mitchell Creagan, Jim Dutton, Ross Ferguson, Greg Hillier, John Jannis, Paul O'Leary, Gerald O'Leary, Rod Sheather, Sue Smith, Doug Swain, Denis Whitfield, Theresia Zadkovich
Wellington to Narromine Paddle - Thursday 21 - Sunday 24 November 2019
(Blue, Red and Yellow Shirts)
4 Day Paddlers
Kirsten Armstrong, John Bartholomew, David Biglands, Landon Bigands, Maria Biglands, Gabe Bresolin, Sean Bromfield, Justin Brooks, Stephen Brooks, Rordan Brouwer, Angela Brown, Adam Burr, Laura Burr, Col Butters, Jenny Cavill, Benita Christl, Paul Coleman, Ken Coleman, Cheryl Collins, Glenn Collins, Lisa Collins-Morgan, Glen Conway, Mitchell Creagan, Christine Deacon, Gregg Downie, Joy Drady, Jim Dutton, Sophie Dyson, Philip Edgar, Ross Ferguson, John Friedman, Karen Goverd, Neil Gow, Julee Hunt, Captain Neville Stapleton
3 Day Paddlers (Friday to Sunday)
2 Day Paddlers (Saturday and Sunday)
Blake Cameron, Paul Cusack
1 Day Paddlers
Withdrawals
We hope that no one has to withdraw prior to the event. In the unfortunate event that you do need to withdraw, let us know as soon as possible prior to the event. Your registration fee will be forfeited if you do not show up without prior notification.
Loretta Moy,
Coach from Narromine to Wellington 7.15am Thursday 21 November 2019
PaddleNSW Single Event Insurance
It is a requirement of this event that all participating paddlers and Support Crew have PaddleNSW Insurance. This is automatically included for PaddleNSW members, and can be arranged as Single Event insurance for non-members and crew. Current cost is $20 for paddlers, free for crew. We encourage all members to join their local clubs and to engage in training activities leading up to November.
Boat Hire
The WomDomNom is not an event for first-time paddlers. It is a requirement that participants be able to maintain a speed of 6kmh and negotiate grade 1-2 rapids and this takes practice.
We recommend intending paddlers make contact with a club in your area to arrange boat hire before you register, so you can practise in the boat you will be using on the paddle. We recommend:
The Macquarie River Paddle Club owns 6 single kayaks that may be available for use by local paddlers if not already allocated.
Platypus:
Platypus:
Saratoga:
Saratoga:
Gecko:
Gecko:
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Would you like to be part of our crew? The roles are many and varied and you can commit for the whole paddle or just a few hours if that's all you can spare.
Send us an email or contact us on facebook so that we can tell you what's involved.
2019 Land Support (Green Shirts) :
Andrew McKay, Darryl Warren, Pamela Warren
Dam Wall to Wellington Paddle - Wednesday 20 November 2019 (Optional extra)
The Burrendong dam wall to Wellington township paddle is 34km of at time fast moving water. This paddle is for experienced and returning paddlers only. This paddle is supported for breakfast at the dam wall and for lunch with paddlers carrying their own morning tea. Afternoon tea is provided at the caravan park on the banks of the Bell river. The cost of this day is an additional $25.00.
16 Paddlers
Sean Bromfield, Justin Brooks, Rordon Brouwer, Glen Conway, Mitchell Creagan, Jim Dutton, Ross Ferguson, Greg Hillier, John Jannis, Paul O'Leary, Gerald O'Leary, Rod Sheather, Sue Smith, Doug Swain, Denis Whitfield, Theresia Zadkovich
Wellington to Narromine Paddle - Thursday 21 - Sunday 24 November 2019
(Blue, Red and Yellow Shirts)
4 Day Paddlers
Kirsten Armstrong, John Bartholomew, David Biglands, Landon Bigands, Maria Biglands, Gabe Bresolin, Sean Bromfield, Justin Brooks, Stephen Brooks, Rordan Brouwer, Angela Brown, Adam Burr, Laura Burr, Col Butters, Jenny Cavill, Benita Christl, Paul Coleman, Ken Coleman, Cheryl Collins, Glenn Collins, Lisa Collins-Morgan, Glen Conway, Mitchell Creagan, Christine Deacon, Gregg Downie, Joy Drady, Jim Dutton, Sophie Dyson, Philip Edgar, Ross Ferguson, John Friedman, Karen Goverd, Neil Gow, Julee Hunt, Captain Neville Stapleton
3 Day Paddlers (Friday to Sunday)
2 Day Paddlers (Saturday and Sunday)
Blake Cameron, Paul Cusack
1 Day Paddlers
Withdrawals
We hope that no one has to withdraw prior to the event. In the unfortunate event that you do need to withdraw, let us know as soon as possible prior to the event. Your registration fee will be forfeited if you do not show up without prior notification.
Loretta Moy,
Coach from Narromine to Wellington 7.15am Thursday 21 November 2019
PaddleNSW Single Event Insurance
It is a requirement of this event that all participating paddlers and Support Crew have PaddleNSW Insurance. This is automatically included for PaddleNSW members, and can be arranged as Single Event insurance for non-members and crew. Current cost is $20 for paddlers, free for crew. We encourage all members to join their local clubs and to engage in training activities leading up to November.
Boat Hire
The WomDomNom is not an event for first-time paddlers. It is a requirement that participants be able to maintain a speed of 6kmh and negotiate grade 1-2 rapids and this takes practice.
We recommend intending paddlers make contact with a club in your area to arrange boat hire before you register, so you can practise in the boat you will be using on the paddle. We recommend:
- Sydney : The River Canoe Club in Sydney is once again partnering with our club to help improve the safety and enjoyment of the WomDomNom and this includes boat hire, tuition and practice days.
- Central Coast: Hunter Valley Paddlesports Club
- South Coast: Australis Canoes & Kayaks
The Macquarie River Paddle Club owns 6 single kayaks that may be available for use by local paddlers if not already allocated.
Platypus:
Platypus:
Saratoga:
Saratoga:
Gecko:
Gecko:
Home