Overview
Melanvilauttajat, founded in 1985, is a general paddling club in Jyväskylä. Members paddle trips and training laps on lakes, rivers, rapids and the sea, and the club runs basic courses, Paddler 2 follow-up courses, whitewater and pool courses and guide training. The basic course is the usual way into the club.
- Founded
- 1985
- Federation
- Suomen Melonta- ja Soutuliitto
- Registry code
- 0817137-3
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- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- Melanvilauttajien laskumelontamestaruuskisatclub downriver championships
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Location
- Position
- 62°14.50′ N 25°44.97′ E
62.24167, 25.74958
Frequently asked
Does Melanvilauttajat (Jyväskylä paddling club) run courses?
Yes. The club lists these courses: Basic courses, Paddler 2 follow-up courses, Whitewater courses and Pool courses.
When was Melanvilauttajat (Jyväskylä paddling club) founded?
In 1985.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: Melanvilauttajien laskumelontamestaruuskisat.