Sutherland Adventure Company

29/01/2025

We have some sad news about our Mega SUP 😢

They say all good things come to an end, and everything has a life span. Well unfortunately, our Mega SUP has reached the point of no return and can’t be repaired economically. At this time we aren’t looking to replace it so there won’t be a Mega SUP for 2025.

As a result, we’re left with a 17ft long, 6ft wide fairly heavy piece of canvas! If anyone has any ‘upcycling’ ideas or usage suggestions that absolutely do not involve it going back in the water please let us know. Or, if you’re local to Brora and have a use for it that again, doesn’t involve it being on the water, get in touch.

Cutting it up isn’t an easy option - the inside of paddleboards are filled with 1000’s stringy bits - but it could be done.

We’ve also got a couple of end of life standards sized boards which we’d love ideas on that don’t involve landfill.

10/12/2024

This is a fantastic opportunity for young people in Scotland 😍 if anyone is keen to apply please do it, it looks like it’ll be amazing

Paddle Scotland is seeking a diverse team of young people aged 14-22 who are passionate about paddlesport to join us as the second cohort of Paddle Scotland Young Ambassadors!

The 2-year programme involves regular online catch-ups, two residential weekend events per year and an opportunity to access some reduced rate qualifications.

If you or a young person you know wants to make a difference in paddlesport, apply or nominate them before 30 January 2025.

Learn more: https://www.paddlescotland.org.uk/recruiting-for-young-ambassadors

03/12/2024

Winter can produce some of the most stunning conditions❄️☀️

Last week I took Wendy out for her first ever paddle boarding experience, and it was -5 🥶🥶 We were treated to a beautiful paddle 😍

A few days later the mercury hit 11.5, a full 16.5 degrees warmer than our chosen paddle day 😂

Some things to keep in mind;
💧We had appropriate kit on for the conditions with 5mm kit, jackets, hats and gloves
💧Wendy is used to cold water swimming, as am I. We had to paddle through the ice in the shaded parts! Despite this, Wendy immersed herself slowly before attempting to stand on the board to get used to the water temperature, in case she fell in (which she didn’t!)
💧We didn’t paddle too far away from shore, in case we needed to head back quickly
💧We had warm clothes to change into after, and a hot drink
💧We both live just a few miles from the loch so could get home to warm up quickly

If you fancy giving winter paddling a go, get in touch 🥰

10/11/2024

That time the team went to Morocco to do some surfing, sand boarding and yoga with the amazing guys at 😍

08/11/2024

Today was spent at Glenuig, paddling as part of Billy’s Coastal Leader assessment. We set off at 6.30am to get some dark paddling in, before heading off round the coast line. We tackled offshore winds, swells and breaking waves. Its a stunning location and it was made even better by the 14 degree weather ☀️

It was a sad end for my drysuit too which is absolutely no longer a drysuit, I would have been drier if I’d not worn it 🥲

It’s great to paddle in new locations and meet new people 🥰

29/10/2024

Do we still paddle in Autumn & Winter? Yes we do! 💯

This time of year can be calm, still and stunning 🍁🍂

Last week we both rushed home from work and straight out onto the loch before the light faded. After a stormy few weeks, it was so great to be able to get out onto the water.

Although our online calendar is closed, we are offering hires and lessons by request over the next few months so get in touch if you’re interested. We have warmer wetsuits for the colder months and will make sure you’re well kitted out 😊

📍Loch Brora

17/10/2024

We’re quiet, but we’re still here ❤️

The weather hasn’t really been on our side these last few weeks, so we haven’t been advertising any lessons or hires. We are still open though and when there’s some nice conditions we’ll advertise availability.

Today I rushed home from my office job and straight onto the water when I was sent a pic of these conditions. This was Ralfie’s first time on a paddleboard too, and he seemed to enjoy it 🌭🏄🏼‍♀️

📍Loch Brora

04/10/2024

Pictures from our perfect paddle earlier this week ☀️☀️

This couple had paddled once before and were determined to fit a paddle in whilst visiting Brora. Taking advantage of the sun, they walked up to Loch Brora to meet me 🥾🌳 a beautiful 4 mile walk which takes in the river, fields and trees alongside the single track road.

Tomorrow is our last booked session of the year. We’ll advertise some ad-hoc weekend availability over the colder season, based on the weather and will take requests for sessions 🏄🏼‍♀️

29/09/2024

Gran & granddaughter birthday adventure 🎁🎉

Each year this lovely pair have a little birthday adventure and this year they chose to come paddle boarding with us 🥰 What a great way to celebrate their birthdays together.

Gran had never paddle boarded before and was on her feet and looking steady very quickly. Granddaughter had been once before and was keen to get up and going straight away, and at speed 💨😝 we struggled to keep up.

Conditions were great, with a bright sky and the sun warming us up ☀️

They also left us a lovely review on google, which was so lovely to read;
‘What an amazing paddle boarding experience. Excellent tuition and so friendly. Grandaughter and Gran had a brilliant time. The setting was beautiful and will definately be back. Would highly recommend. Thank you for having us.’

22/09/2024

If you’ve been paddle boarding with us chances are you’ve met Isla. She has been volunteering with us for 3 seasons now and has been a massive help with setting up for sessions, towing kids (and some adults!), helping people build confidence, teaching paddle strokes and self rescues, encouraging jumps and keeping an extra eye out on the water.

We nominated her for the .sutherland.official Young Citizen of the Year award because of her volunteering with us (and other places), and we’re delighted to say that she won!

Her own paddling and confidence has come on immensely during this time and we’re grateful to have her as part of the team ❤️

21/09/2024

✨Sunset SUP Social✨

Determined to make the most of the few days of lovely weather, we headed out to spend some time on the water and catch the sunset. We had a beautiful evening and welcomed back some folks to the water who hadn’t been paddling for a while. We stayed in the water until the glow behind Carrol Rock faded away 🌅 it was a great night, hopefully we’ll get conditions like this for another social before the end of the season 🤞

📍Loch Brora - 19th Sep 2024

18/09/2024

Join us tomorrow for a social paddle at Loch Brora☀️🏄🏻

£20 if you need kit hire, £10 if you bring your own. Get in touch to book a space 🤩

17/09/2024

NOW FULL

2 spaces available on tonight’s teens club 6-7pm. £10, wetsuit available if needed.

Message to book 🏄🏻

It’s shaping up to be a cracking day and night ☀️☀️

15/09/2024

Paddleboarding availability & events in Brora this week - Sunset SUP Social, paddleboard hire and lessons. The weather is FINALLY on our side and it's due to be calm and a bit warmer. We'd love to see you on the water!

All lessons and hires are 20% off until Sunday 22nd September using code SEP24. Full availability and booking is on our website at www.sutherlandadventurecompany.com

Join us on Thursday 19th September at 6pm for a Sunset SUP Social. It's likely to be the only social we can run before the end of the season as the darker nights are drawing in. Full social details are available at the Facebook event here https://fb.me/e/2dRi7fOYu

Paddleboard hire and lessons, bike hire and tours, body board hire and guided walks on the North Coast 500 route with Sutherland Adventure Company.

12/09/2024

North Coast Watersports are running a surf & yoga retreat on Sunday 🏄🏼‍♀️🧘🌊🧘 perfect way to spend a Sunday.

Final call for our surf & yoga day retreat, this Sunday🏄🏽‍♀️ Follow us along the coast to the beach with the best waves on the day, we’ll carry out a full surf lesson then provide a pack lunch afterwards. Followed by yoga studio in Thurso. It’s going to be a good day😊
Book on the website or get in touch
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04/09/2024

This afternoon we hit the water for another beginners session.

We had some tough conditions with the wind blowing down the loch but we did what we could and did a lot of practice in dealing with the wind!

Both did incredibly well and pushed themselves out of their comfort zones. The smiles at the end (pic 1) show how pleased they were 😄

04/09/2024

❗️On tonight❗️

Head along to the seafront centre and try out some coastal rowing 🚣‍♀️

Celebrating 10 fantastic years of Golspie Rowing Club! 🎉 Come along to the Seafront Centre Wednesday 4th September for a bit of fun and give coastal rowing a go. 🚣

For any spectators we'll have refreshments available and a club display in the Seafront Centre showcasing the last 10 years. We look forward to seeing you in a couple of weeks!

31/08/2024

Well done to all of our beginners today who were trying paddle boarding for the first time!

We were blessed with what is now a rare day of sunny and calm conditions. Although the loch is a bit cooler we have some 5mm wetsuits which kept everyone warm and toasty.

Lots of great videos too which we’ll share as a reel soon 📹

Spaces available tomorrow for lessons and hires, visit www.sutherlandadventurecompany.com if online booking has closed send a Whatsapp message to 07854 991601.