WOW (Weekend on the Water) - Bookings now open

Author: Howard Nelson

Published: April 30, 2026

Bookings now open for WOW (Weekend on the Water).

Weekend On Water

The County Water Activities Team are again running Weekend on the Water.


Watersports weekend for members of Lincolnshire Scouts


What: Sailing, Canoe/Kayak courses with assessments for NGB qualifications / Scout permits if appropriate .You will need to attend both days.


Who: Scouts / Explorers aged 13+ (must be accompanied by a leader), Network, all adults in Lincolnshire scouting. For those under 18, a leader will need to attend with the Young people. Out of County people may attend.


Location: 15th Lincoln Scouts Water HQ at Apex Lake, North Hykeham. There is camping on site. You dont need to camp and can be a day visitor but there are no discounts for those not camping.


Cost: £50 per participant, bring your own tent. Water sports kit needed (wet-suits or old clothes + old trainers. Buoyancy aids provided). The only additional costs will be for any specific assessment or certification costs . You need to attend for the full weekend.


Food : We will provide food from Saturday lunch – Sunday lunch.


Timings – arrive for 9am on Saturday, leave no later than 1600 Sunday.


Joining instructions sent before event.


Bookings held in line with our privacy policy that can be seen at https://lincolnshirescouts.org.uk/privacy


https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lincolnshire-scouts-weekend-on-the-water-wow-2026-tickets-1988563327443?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

 

Places fill quickly, book early to avoid disappointment!


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