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Paddleboarding 

Paddleboarding is an increasingly popular way to enjoy the UK’s many beautiful waterways and a great way to experience the natural world from a new perspective. It’s a relaxing pastime, which can mean it is great for your mental health.  

However, as with all water-based activities, it doesn’t come without risk. If you’re heading out on the water, it’s vital to know the steps you should take in order to do so safely. 

What are the dangers?

Paddleboarding accidents can happen anywhere – in inland bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, lochs and canals, or in coastal waters. Some of the risks include:

  • Cold, deep, moving water – this can overwhelm your ability to swim or get out of the water

  • In rivers – hazards such as overhanging or submerged tree branches, a high volume of water (after heavy rain, for example) and unpredictable currents

  • At sea – hazards include strong currents, offshore winds, large swells

All of these risks have the potential to lead to drowning, immersion injury, cold water shock, or hypothermia and exposure injuries.

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