Overview
Helsingin Melojat, founded in 1993, is a touring and recreational paddling club with about 660 members. It has sheds on Mustikkamaa and Rajasaari, and members share roughly a hundred sea touring kayaks plus SUP boards and open canoes. In summer the club runs evening and weekend trips at sea, on lakes and rivers; in winter members practise technique and rescues in a swimming pool. Beginner and refresher courses are held for new members.
- Founded
- 1993
- Members
- about 660 (club figure)
- Federation
- Suomen Melonta- ja Soutuliitto
- Registry code
- 1779323-8
On the water with VesselSOS
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere MRCC Turku – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Racing
Live map, a start clock on every phone and results — when the club runs a race on VesselSOS Racing, it shows up here. Racing is a pilot with clubs for the 2027 season.
No race running right nowSee VesselSOS RacingCourses
Location
- Position
- 60°10.95′ N 24°59.59′ E
60.18244, 24.99320 - Address
- Mustikkamaantie 3
Frequently asked
Does Helsinki Paddlers run courses?
Yes. The club lists these courses: Beginner course and Refresher course.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: MRCC Turku +358 294 1000. Or call 112. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.
When was Helsinki Paddlers founded?
In 1993.