Paddle Newfoundland Labrador
We are a community of paddlers that inspires connections to Newfoundlanders, Labradoreans and nature through paddling. While the majority of our members are located on the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland and Labrador, we have members all across the island. We also have members located in the UK, USA and many parts of Canada. We have members who joined for the comradery and social interactions, that paddling with like minded people brings.
We also have members who put the time in to become Instructors in the various paddling disciplines. All our Instructors are Paddle Canada certified and current in First Aid.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of Paddle Newfoundland and Labrador (Paddle NL) is to advance participation and interest in all paddling disciplines practiced throughout the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Our mission is achieved through the promotion of safety, skill development, conservation, advocacy, and an active program of on and off-water activities. All Paddle NL events adhere to our core values of fellowship, inclusion, and respect.
Board of Directors
The Paddle NL Board of Directors is comprised of 4 Directors, the immediate Past President and the President Emeritus. As per the Paddle NL Bylaws 2014, the term of office for the President is two terms (2 years total).
Gary Thomas
President
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Peter Upstall
Vice-President
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Dave Hickey
Past-President
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Andrea Procter
Secretary
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Dale Butler
Treasurer
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Alex McGruer
Director of Safety
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Peter Brown
Director of Kayaking
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Alan Goodridge
Director of Canoeing
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Penny Fifield
Director of SUP
Penny has been a lifetime lover of water, either liquid or frozen!
She grew up (recreationally) boating, fishing, canoeing and exploring the island via summer camping.
She is an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, biking, skiing (xc and downhill), snowshoeing, camping (year round), sailing, canoeing, kayaking, snorkeling and especially Standup Paddleboarding (SUP)
The progression to SUP was a natural one for her and she instantly fell in love with the ease to explore bays, coastal areas, ponds and rivers. From glassy morning solo paddles to club pond and ocean paddles, it’s always a good day on the water.
Penny in certified in:
~ Paddle Canada Certified
SUP Instructor
~ Wilderness First Aid
~ CPR/AED Level C
Martin Mack
Director of Whitewater
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Diane King
Director of Rec Kayaking
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Paul Simmons
Director at Large
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Roseanne Hickey
Director at Large
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Chris Vincent
Director of Central Chapter
Chris Vincent lives in Lewisporte, and has been on the board as the Central Chapter representative for the past three years.
He has been kayaking for twenty-one years and he holds a Paddle Canada Skills level 1.
He does most of his paddling on the North-East coast of our province, and he gets great satisfaction from introducing new paddlers to the joys of kayaking.
Keith Payne
Director of Western Chapter
Keith was born in Rocky Hr. and moved to Corner Brook when he was 10 years old. He has been the western Paddle NL rep for two years.
He is an instructor trainer in lake, moving water, and a canoe camping and an instructor in sea kayaking.
He recently purchased a white water kayak and really loving it. His favorite type of paddling is wilderness river tripping, especially in Labrador.
Paddle NL Forms
Constitution
Paddle NL Constitution was last updated March 30, 2022.
Waiver
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Waiver (under 18)
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Trip Plan
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Trip Checklist
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Incident Report
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Safety Policy
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Float Plan
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