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March 28, 2023

Kitesurfing fun in Lennox Head

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A free holiday kitesurfing training day is being put on by Earth Kitesurfing at Lennox Head on Wednesday July 11 from 1pm.

The day is open to children five years and older with parental supervision.

Kids will get a chance to handle a scaleddown two-string kite like those used in kitesurfing to understand the fundamentals.

They will also get to try out a kite-powered sand buggy.

Meet at the Lennox Head Surf Life Saving Club.

Please register interest via Facebook or call Fiona on 0402 923 660.


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