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Posted by: Matt

Good evening Lads and Ladies

Now that we've been playing this game called canoe polo for 6 weeks some of you may be wondering what the referees are talking about when they furiously blow their whistle at you...

Well never fear your club is here to help. If you look at the website you will see that there is a polo rules page where they are set out simply here http://warwickcanoe.co.uk/site/polorules/

For those of you that prefer your rules less distilled there is a fuller version here http://warwickcanoe.co.uk/site/polorulesbook/  also on this page is Dr John's rules quiz which is an easy way of checking your understanding of the rules.

For those of you that are far too lazy to read web pages there is an alternative... G and Dr John will be giving a brief presentation before polo next week in the ramphal building details of which are:

Tuesday 16th November 5-6pm

Ramphal building room R1.15

This is a really good opportunity to get the rules explained to you by people who know what they're talking about

They could also give you a few hints on how to bend the rules...

much love

Coach Clough

Posted by: LSD
I bring you two pieces of exciting news! Firstly! Signup for New Years Hardcore Tour is now open! This year we will be venturing to the Lake District for some epic paddling (lets be positive!). The dates of tour are 30th December ÔÇô 7th January. This trip is intended for experienced paddlers. If you are unsure if it will be suitable for you, still sign-up and we will get back to you (or just ask an exec member). Do hurry though, as there are limited spaces. Provisionally the cost of the trip is ┬ú170 but this is likely to drop. Provided we get 12+ people the bunkhouse is offering us a great discount. Also, the journey is much shorter than last year, so cheaper fuel costs should bring the price right down. For those interested, the bunkhouse we are staying in is Mains Farm Bunkhouse (www.edenvalleybunkhouse.co.uk). Secondly! This week we're doing a jackets order for the Montane Extreme Smock. These are the same jackets as were ordered last year, back by popular demand! They will cost ┬ú65, which is an amazing price considering they usual sell at ┬ú100. IÔÇÖm sure most of you will have seen them on older members, but if not take a look:http://www.facebook.com/l/11d92rBNzI9yUqkC9K_FV8btUcA;www.montane.co.uk/products/men/extreme/extreme-smock/99 WeÔÇÖll be getting them in black, with your name and warwick canoe embroidered on the front, and warwick canoe printed on the back. The sign up is on now, and will be closed at the end of the week! Sign up under trips, and send these details to e.m.dunn@warwick.ac.uk: - Your name - The name you want to be printed on the jacket - Size (S-XXL) That is all folks! LSD (Tour Sec)

Posted by: Cloughy

The time has come once again for the turkey filled night of fun that is the Canoe Christmas meal.

This year the big night will be Thursday week 10 (9th December for those of you on real dates), and will be held at the Benjamin Satchwell (Weatherspoons) in Leamington Spa. The night will be begin at 7.30 pm, and is a smart event (i.e. shirt and tie for men, dresses/frilly things for women). Anyone seen wearing a canoe hoodie will be forced to wear the club dress (a skimpy little number that doesn't leave much to the imagination!)

The deal is £6.99 for starter and main, which includes a drink! They require menu choices in advance, so if you are wanting to come please sign up asap, as a second signup/system for food will be implemented later on.

Looking forward to it!

Cloughy, Einstein and Alice

Posted by: Einstein

After the brilliant night out on Thursday, it's time to start thinking about our next social.

we'll be attending Score (Pop) on wednesday week 6 (10th november). Back by popular demand it'll be high-vis themed, so be ready to don your fluorescent jackets and crack those glow sticks.

Hopefully it shouldn't be as full as last score where they had over 1000 people in the union, so we should be able to circle more freely. then dance for the rest of the night to the brilliant cheesy tunes.

make sure to buy your tickets in advance and arrive on time, circling will start at 7:30, so make sure you have a drink by then.

For those of you taking part in Movember we have set up a team "Warwick canoe and canoe polo", which you should be able to join by registering at http://uk.movember.com/

Your social secs

Einstein, Alice and Cloughy.

Posted by: Darling

Just a reminder that everyone who goes to either Canoe or Canoe Polo needs to have membership for the clubs (£10 if you go to both). You also need to have a Warwick Sport membership. They are apparently 'clamping down' on clubs who have non paying members for insurance reasons and will be checking up on everyone.

Sorry to be a kill joy but its important.

Your favorite polo treasurer,

Darling

Posted by: P Gizzle

Movember challenges men to change their appearance and the face of menÔÇÖs health by growing a moustache. The rules are simple, start Movember 1st┬á clean shaven and then grow a moustache for the entire month.┬á The moustache becomes the ribbon for menÔÇÖs health, the means by which awareness and funds are raised for cancers that affect men.┬á Much like the commitment to run or walk for charity, the men of Movember commit to growing a moustache for 30 days.┬á┬á

 

The funds raised through MovemberÔÇÖs UK campaign benefit the The Prostate Cancer Charity (TPCC), the UKÔÇÖs leading prostate cancer charity.

 

A bunch of us from the club are taking part along with a huge amount of others through the union with a bit of friendly competition between clubs.

 

I've started a team for us, "Warwick Canoe and Canoe Polo" which you should all be able to join so there's no excuse not to get involved. Simply register a profile and make sure you join our team. http://uk.movember.com/get-involved/

 

Don't worry girls you can join as well to show your support for prostate cancer research and your dashing, moustache bearing men. 

 

Posted by: Scamrass
Hi Everyone, Signup for Wild Water Racing is open! What?: A weekend of timed runs down a whitewater course individually and in teams. When?: 27th-28th November/End of week 8 How much?: This is a FREE weekend away (because its a BUCS event). Only need to pay for your food and drink. You also get free entry to the Saturday night party, which this year has a tropical theme. Who?: This is open to everyone! This is definitely a weekend not to miss, a great way to practise your whitewater skills and enjoy a drink or many with other uni canoe clubs. Signup now! I need to close signup by tomorrow afternoon, so be quick! Any questions, just ask on the canoe website Yours in paddling, Scamrass P.s. I apologise for the number of emails you're receiving at the moment, this was supposed to go with the social email, but some tool decided it was a better idea to go to top b instead.

Posted by: Rachel
Hi Girls!

Warwick University Ladies have been invited to play in a local canoe polo tournament in Cheltenham. There were a few problems (as some of you know) but I can now confirm we can enter a team! Below is the information from the organiser:

"Hi Ladies teams
 
Sorry for being slow at getting the info out to you all, I currently as of tonight have 5 Ladies Teams entered so we will be running this league this year.
 
Dates are 27th November, 11th December & 12th February
 
Teams that have entered are:
 
UWE Pink Panthers
Bridgend Ladies
Avon Ladies B
Cherwell  Ladies
Warwick Uni

You will be getting 5/6 games a night im still trying to Fill 1 more spot so any ideas please invite them to play.  If a 6th team is not found then ill add in some friendly games at the end of the night to use the remaining pool time up.
 
As you all know the Venue is Cheltenham Swimming Pool (@ Leisure)  Start time is 4.30."

So, I need to know who wants to play and which dates you can definitely do. As for the 11th of Dec I'm aware a lot of freshers need to move out that day, I'm sure we can organise places for you to stay overnight as long as your parents can pick up your stuff etc. Cherwell also need some players for 11th Dec so it will be good if we get as many people as possible so some people can play for them.

Freshers - please don't be put off by thinking this tournament will be too hard! It it aimed at beginners and it is the lowest ladies division (div 2). It will be a perfect opportunity to get more games and it is very beneficial playing as a ladies team against other ladies teams.

Also, cost per tournament will be roughly £20 depending on numbers and petrol costs.

Please post below which dates you can do or alternatively email me at rachel.l.smith(at)warwick.ac.uk.

Posted by: Yellow
The next round of minibus tests are upon us... If you are 21 and have 2 years driving experience, but are yet to get a driver's card, this is your chance! You have increased chance of getting on trips as well!

Posted by: Alice

Hello everyone,

This Thursday 4^th November is the Gear Trip and Fireworks (and KelseyÔÇÖs) night!!!

The gear trip is to Leam boat centre to solve ALL your gear needs; there will be a 15% discount on all gear, from nose clips to dry kit.┬á If you are considering buying any gear, or just want to have a look and see whatÔÇÖs available, this is your chance.

The plan is:

+ freshers are to meet on campus at the bus stop by the arts centre at 6:15pm to meet other campus people/Canley dwellers and LSD.  You will then be heading to Leam boat centre together for 7:00pm.

+for those that live in Leamington and are unsure of where Leam boat centre is, meet at the church by the sculpture at 7:00pm and weÔÇÖll walk there together.

After everyone has taken advantage of the gear trip at Leam boat centre we will be heading to my house (2 Southway, Leamington Spa, Warickshire, CV312PE) for some awesome FIREWORKS at the cost of £5 per person, aiming to be there at 8:30 for anyone not needing or being able to afford gear, they can meet us there.  Please have £5 with you, or your social sec might just be too poor to attend socials...

After an amazing firework display we will head to KelseyÔÇÖs!!!

If anyone gets lost at any step of the way (improbable- this seems foolproof) or has any queries, contact me on my mobile: 07905903249

See you all there,

Alice

P.S. People having trouble accessing their canoe account need to contact Yellow at webmonkey@warwickcanoe.co.uk.  And people should try and access the website fairly frequently, as its updated regularly with the latest news.

Also there will be NO FRIDAY POOL SESSION THIS WEEK.