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Post by andyandjan on Jan 4, 2014 4:42:56 GMT
Rickmansworth Aquadrome
Day / Date / Time – Sunday 23rd February - 10am
Meeting Point - On the green by the car park
Address:
Rickmansworth Aquadrome
Frogmoor Lane
Rickmansworth
Hertfordshire
Nearest Postcode - WD3 1NB
Parking - Plentiful and free
Suitable for buggys and wheelchairs - Yes
Toilet facilities - Yes, by the cafe
Refreshments - At the cafe
Contact name and phone number of walk leader - Andy: 07939 055031
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gailandmike
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Ben (The Two of Us)
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Post by gailandmike on Feb 9, 2014 2:51:08 GMT
I know this is a couple of weeks away ( we wont be able to come as on holiday), but at the moment the aquadrome is very flooded in parts, and the path underwater, so fingers crossed for you that it stops raining soon. It has confused Ben, he cant understand why he cant walk his usual route.
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Post by edwina on Feb 9, 2014 3:44:00 GMT
The Ricky walk should see the end of the bad weather because Andy has a hotline to up above. Lol
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Post by andyandjan on Feb 9, 2014 14:21:02 GMT
We will be doing a pre-walk reccee for this one to see if it is manageable!
If still flooded we do have a cunning plan!!! (does not include the issue of waders (rofl))
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gailandmike
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Ben (The Two of Us)
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Post by gailandmike on Feb 10, 2014 7:25:27 GMT
The aqaudrome is closed today, as its too dangerous. The canal has now overflowed so that path is closed as well. Ben sulking!
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Post by Gizmo (Dave) on Feb 11, 2014 4:16:49 GMT
We will be doing a pre-walk reccee for this one to see if it is manageable!
If still flooded we do have a cunning plan!!! (does not include the issue of waders (rofl))
For "cunning plan", read: Pub 
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Post by nanamiller on Feb 12, 2014 12:39:12 GMT
If the cunning plan does not include waders might I suggest arm-bands, wet-suit, flippers, snorkel,scuba equipment, surf board,inflatables,dinghies,canoes and as a last result a lifeboat. Alternatively, have your usual word with Him upstairs and ask him to sort it out pronto.
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Post by andyandjan on Feb 14, 2014 5:40:53 GMT
If the cunning plan does not include waders might I suggest arm-bands, wet-suit, flippers, snorkel,scuba equipment, surf board,inflatables,dinghies,canoes and as a last result a lifeboat. Alternatively, have your usual word with Him upstairs and ask him to sort it out pronto.
There are boats on the lakes! 
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Post by andyandjan on Feb 14, 2014 5:47:11 GMT
Seriously, we will keep a close eye on the guidance on the Three Rivers DC website and if necessary, do a reccee the day before.
The cunning plan is a change of venue (TBA). Should this be necessary, we will post a "monitor" at the Aquadrome to make sure no one gets left behind.
However, at this time, there is no change of plan. We will see what next week brings.
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Post by Heathers Hounds on Feb 18, 2014 2:44:30 GMT
We did a transport run for a GH rehoming centre in Ireland & had to get to Leicester Forest Services for 06.30  from Watford to pick up an older bitch whose family had split up.
Her name is Lady and she is now living locally with Chris so we hope to see them at Ricky., if it goes ahead. It's one of those "Dreams come true" stories because Lady came to assist the other dog Chris has who is POPEYE, a deaf lurcher and Andy is happy for him to come along although he's not a GH lookalike.
Popeye is young, intelligent, full of energy and learning about life from Lady communicating with him. Chris said they bonded straight away, following each other around, sharing beds, playing etc and she calms him down when he gets over excited. A match made in heaven.
Lady, really is a lady as Chris asked us over to meet them both again. Lady snuggled up next to me on the couch, paws on my lap and I got licks (our hounds aren't that demonstrative), she's so beautiful and gentle. Then Popeye joined in and they sat opposite licking each others mouths.  :-*.
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Post by edwina on Feb 18, 2014 6:28:16 GMT
That is a lovely story Heather. I hope the Ricky walk goes ahead as I would like to see you again. My two won't be making the walk themselves as old age is taking its toll. My Finn had to see Daniel yesterday evening as he was having a problem walking. Daniel has prescribed Tramadol as he has found some sore spots on shoulder and back. He is now resting comfortably and when up he seems a little more mobile. Old age is a curse as Winston Churchill once said. 
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lisacot
L Plate
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Post by lisacot on Feb 21, 2014 8:32:42 GMT
Good afternoon
Do you at the moment know whether this walk still going ahead on Sunday?
Basil and I would love to come as I think this is the nearest walk to Burnham, Bucks.
Is the walk for hounds only or can hounds friends come too?
Thanks
Lisa & Basil
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Post by andyandjan on Feb 21, 2014 17:37:14 GMT
I shall be visiting the Aquadrome tomorrow and will post an update around lunchtime.
If we cannot walk at the Aquadrome we will relocate to Cassiobury Park in Watford which is just 10 mins from the Aquadrome.
Watch this space!
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Post by Mrs P on Feb 22, 2014 2:22:58 GMT
I shall be visiting the Aquadrome tomorrow and will post an update around lunchtime.
If we cannot walk at the Aquadrome we will relocate to Cassiobury Park in Watford which is just 10 mins from the Aquadrome.
Watch this space!
Been drier here for the past few days so hopefully you'll be ok?
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Post by andyandjan on Feb 22, 2014 8:20:27 GMT
THIS WALK WILL DEFINITELY GO AHEAD AS PLANNED.
The only part of the Aquadrome that is still flooded is the woodland walk but we can walk around both lakes.
In fact the paths are fairly dry - mostly, but there is some standing water occasionally, so wellies are recommended.
No change to the arrangements - Hooray!
See you tomorrow.
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from Watford to pick up an older bitch whose family had split up.
:-*.
