JBK STAFF - Whitewater Christmas Party

It's that time of year again and before we get into the swing of summer operations, the decision was made to combine our Christmas Party with some serious fun. To do this Tracy's suggestion of a morning paddle in the Fun Yaks at Penrith Whitewater Stadium was a reality.



JBK Staff - Tracy Gibson,Bonnie Tregenza,Ross Boardman,Sam Boardman,`Mat Goodwin,Janet Boardman, Kim Hair, John Gibson ( (photographer)

The 8 of us in the Troop Carrier saw us heading to Penrith for a 1030 start.Geared up and ready to roll, the first rapid saw a 100% capsize rate, proving that we were no match for the power of the waterflow.Kim quickly swapped the Funyak for her carbon slalom kayak which made her feel right at home, whilst the rest of us made repeated attempts for clean runs with varying success. The waves got bigger and we swapped from singles to doubles


Mat & Sam Teamwork keeps the boat upright

Some combinations achieved success whilst others proved disastrous as seemingly experienced paddlers, got drilled ,drowned, slid,and swam ( oops did I say "SWIM" )Yes Tracy I did say SWIM, about time eh guys, it transpires that we all swam a lot and suffered some nasty bruises but what a sensational outing.


Ross and Janet going over the edge.


Tracy in her element in a boat, no matter what type.


Bonnie going for broke



Kim looking pretty flash in her slalom boat