Water sports (Power)

There are a wide range of experiences available using water craft that have there own onboard power for propulsion.

Some activities aren't strictly sports but are supported by Kent Scouts.The main rule is if you want to get out on the water but don't know how then please contact the Activities Team.

To provide these activities you either need a permit or use a qualified leader or use an external provider (POR 9.9) if your not sure then please contact the Activities Team.

It is also a requirement for other types of water based activities to have safety cover using powered craft. The Kent Scout Team offer and support training and assessment for permits. Please contact the Team who can guide you through the process.

Powerboating

Powerboating is a sport activity using open boats powered by an engine.

They require skill and knowledge to master and come in all sizes and shapes, and can have petrol or diesel engines.

They can be small tenders or safety boats for sailing or rafting, or can carry passengers for rides. They can attain speeds of 25 knots (about 30 MPH)!

Kent Scouts own four powerboats that are used for safety cover at events, and are available for use in Group or District run events and programme.

They are all on road trailers and come with all relevant safety equipment for B3 class waters.

Please contact the Adventure Team for more details on using the Kent Scout craft.

There are several courses pre-arranged for you, where you can take part and have a go or learn to skipper a boat. If you wish to organise your own event then we can help you plan and prepare.

What does it cost?

Each boat can be hired for £25 per day*. You will need to replace fuel used, oil is supplied. Typically, a tank is 22 litres, and may use upto 8 litres an hour depending upon speed and load.

The skipper must hold a Powerboat Permit for the intended waters. If you do not have a permit, then we have instructors who can skipper the boat for you, or you can attend a course of instruction.

To have a go or find out more about this great activity please contact the Adventure Team.

The team also provide training and assessing for those requiring a permit to deliver the sport or for on the water rescue work in support of water activities.

Narrow Boating

Narrow Boating - What better way to take youngsters away for a while?

Introduce them to the world of canals and the excitement of life afloat in fresh surroundings.

There are a wide range of activities: navigation and route planning for the journey, steering a boat through the open countryside, working the locks and experiencing the tunnels, discovering a world rich in resources, learning to live together away from the home environment, shopping, cooking, encouraging teamwork and developing self esteem and respect for others. Local and natural history as well as canal architecture are added interests.

The boats are purpose-built, modern vessels and generally comprehensively equipped with kitchens, toilets and cabins providing berths. There are many places boats can be hired from, either with an accompanying skipper or self-steer.

Please contact the Adventure Team to find out about narrow boating. Kent Scouts can also support leaders in training and assesment for narrow boat permits.

National Governing Body certificate the "Certificate in Community Boat Management" (CCBM)

This course is designed to improve the knowledge and skills of people operating boats carrying groups of twelve passengers or less. It is aimed at boat users in the voluntary or public sectors, but the course will be of interest and use to all group leaders using commercial hire craft.

The cost of a weekend (either training or assessment) is £165 (total £330.00 for both weekends) and a Monday - Friday course: £330.00. This includes accommodation and catering

The National Community Boats Association charge an additional £60.00 to issue their certificate.

The CCBM is one of the qualifications acceptable to issue an Adventurous Activities permit.


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