Her Outdoors Week 2024

HER Outdoors Week takes place from the 12th - 18th August.

Please see the list of participating clubs below.

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Participating Clubs

Get on the water

Whether you're a curious beginner, an adventure seeker, or a seasoned enthusiast, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the joy and thrill of gliding on water. It’s fun for everyone, some of the clubs also offer things like tubing, wakesurfing and barefooting.

Wondering what Wakeboarding and Waterskiing are all about?

Unleash your inner thrill-seeker and embark on an exhilarating journey through the dynamic world of wakeboarding and waterskiing. Whether you're a seasoned water sports enthusiast or a curious beginner, our website is your ultimate resource for diving headfirst into the excitement of these adrenaline-pumping activities.

Why choose Wakeboarding and Waterskiing?

  • Unforgettable Experiences

  • Fitness and Fun

  • Thriving Community

  • Suitable for All Levels

FAQs

  • Everyone, regardless of age or skill level, can experience the excitement of these exhilarating water sports.

  • All equipment (Waterskiis, wakeboards, wet suits & life vests) are provided so just bring along a keen sense of adventure!

  • All equipment (Waterskiis, wakeboards, wet suits & life vests) are provided. You are welcome to bring your own if you have too.

  • You don’t need to be able to swim as all skiers and riders have to wear a life vest. Being comfortable with being in the water can help you have more fun though.

Fun Facts

  • Water skiing was invented in 1922 when Ralph Samuelson used a pair of boards as skis and a clothesline as a towrope on Lake Pepin in Lake City, Minnesota.

  • Today, there are multiple expresssions of this ranging from classical 3-event skiing (slalom, tricks, jump) to barefooting, to wakeboarding.

  • The sport is for all ages - the record for the youngest skier is held by a 6-month and 4 day old baby from St George, on Lake Powell while "Banana" George Blair was barefooting into his '80s and the oldest recorded skier, Bob Hutcheson was 94 years old!

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