GBROC & Mini G 2023
Welcome to paradise!
LIGHT WINDS FORCE PADDLERS TO DIG DEEP FOR GBROC 2023
Mini G fires up and sets scene for big ‘G’ this weekend
WIND’S UP FOR RECORD FIELD IN CAIRNS DOWNWIND PADDLING EVENT
SafeTrx code for Mini G is MINIG2023. SafeTrx Instructions – Full Edition Hekili
Not an AOCRA member? To register for 2023 GBROC, Mini G & AO Ozone R2 Mini G Downwinder, go to www.aocra.com.au click on Race Registration then scroll down to the Event July 15th or 22nd. Instructions can be downloaded How to Register Instructions If you are a Paddle Australia member, please include your PA membership number in the notes. If you are not then please complete the Visitor Indemnity Release Form via Jotform AOCRA Ltd. – Non AOCRA or Paddle Australia Members – Visiting Paddlers (jotform.com)
Our Hekili family is excited to be welcoming you to Cairns for the Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge (GBROC) and AO Ocean Downwind mini G in the land and sea country of the Yirrigandji tribe.
One of the great things about living and paddling in tropical north Queensland is just when the rest of Australia goes into winter hibernation – it’s our time to shine! The sun is out and predictable South-Easterly trade winds kick in along our stunning coastline, delivering the best downwind runs you’ll find anywhere.
GBROC 2023 and its sister event, the AO Downwind mini G, give you an opportunity to challenge yourself on not one but two, awesome downwind runs over consecutive Saturdays, July 15 and July 22.
Come for the week to enjoy some social paddling and to discover the natural wonders of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and ancient Wet Tropics rainforest.
So, leave your wetsuits and fleeces at home, pack a paddle and bring your sense of adventure because that’s all you’re going to need for what promises to be a wonderful week-long paddling holiday.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our backyard and ensuring you have a memorable experience, on and off the water.
Ross Watson
President – Hekili Outrigger Canoe Club
Canoe Hire Enquiries: Sue Lockwood M: 0438 129 575 E: hekili_gbroc@outlook.com
Registration Enquiries: Nora Pennefather M: 0427 768 375 E: hekili_gbroc@outlook.com
Link to SafeTrx Flotilla for GBROC SafeTrx Flotilla (safetrxapp.com)
Click here for 2023 GBROC and Mini G Program
CLICK HERE For details of the AO Downwind Series AOCRA
Mini G – Race start
GBROC – Changeover races, such fun!
GBROC – Getting ready for the change
GBROC – Iron or changeover anyone?
GBROC & Mini G – We did it!
