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by Kendall » Wed Aug 21, 2013 8:17 am
Would it not be an idea, if this is the future of high level paddling, to factor into BCU membership an extra pound, or two, every year, to provide for the running of such events. As a former Div two paddler, who is never going to race at LV, I have no problem with an extra couple of quid on the annual fee. If this is too hard to manage, create a requirement for all slalom clubs to increase membership fees by two pounds. When I last counted ( four years ago), I believe there was a four figure number of paddlers competing in slalom. By Levying a small charge on all paddlers, those who train hard enough get the benefit, those who don't can be happy in the knowledge that they have contributed to maintaining a great sport. Anyone who complains about a £2.00 surcharge has got to be barking. If you can afford to paddle, you can afford three Mars bars, a bottle of Old Speckled Hen, one cup of Costa coffee....... As I see it, it is simple. Don't put it to committee, just do it.