The Tasmanian Sea Canoeing Club Inc. , located in Hobart, is a sports club with a rich heritage that was formed in the 1970s. The club played a vital role in the development of sea canoeing equipment and techniques during its early years. Today, the club boasts a diverse and experienced membership that has paddled extensively in Tasmania and various locations around the world.
New members are always welcomed into the club, where they can benefit from the support and expertise of fellow members in areas such as kayaking skills, gear, safety considerations, and trip planning. The club is entirely run by dedicated volunteers, and depends on the active involvement of its members for its success.
Throughout the year, the Tasmanian Sea Canoeing Club organises a range of club trips suitable for all levels of ability. These trips allow members to explore the wonderful waterways and paddling opportunities in Tasmania, which include both short, relaxing trips and remote area expeditions. Additionally, the club conducts training activities to help members improve their proficiency in sea canoeing.
The club holds bi-monthly general meetings, where members can enjoy both entertaining and informative presentations. Additionally, the Annual General Meeting is typically held over a weekend of activities, providing members with an opportunity to connect and discuss club matters.
The Tasmanian Sea Canoeing Club is affiliated with Paddle Australia, and it publishes a magazine called “Sea Canoeing” once or twice a year. The club also houses an extensive library of kayaking resources, which are available to all club members.
For those who are seeking instruction and training rather than club membership, the club recommends alternative providers such as Roaring 40s or Canoe Tasmania. However, the club's volunteers are always available to help individuals who are interested in continuing with the club.
In case of emergencies or to contact a club officer regarding a running late or potentially troubled club trip, emergency contact numbers are provided.
The Tasmanian Sea Canoeing Club Inc. encourages all aspects of blue water touring and aims to maintain high safety standards and canoeing skills among its members. The club also focuses on developing specialised techniques and equipment and documenting its members' canoeing and related activities. Furthermore, the club seeks to affiliate with other organisations that align with its objectives and develop a Statement of Philosophy of Club canoeing activities and membership attitudes.
Anyone interested in getting involved in sea canoeing is invited to join the club. While the terms “canoe” and “kayak” are often used interchangeably, the club's members mostly paddle sea kayaks. For those looking to purchase a sea kayak, the club recommends experiencing as many types as possible before making a decision. Members are encouraged to talk to other members, borrow or hire boats, and seek assistance from commercial organisations.
The club also publishes useful notes to assist in buying or building a sea canoe or kayak.