Denmark Rowers

The Denmark Community Rowing Association (Denmark Rowers) was formed to fundraise and build two wooden St Ayles skiffs for community participation in rowing on the Denmark River and Wilson Inlet. 

These beautiful rowing skiffs are now available for the community to row from the Denmark Riverside Club. Details of how to join in can be found at www.denmarkrowers.org.au or by  contacting Dave Cliff [email protected].

The initial project brought together a diverse group of volunteers in a co-operative project which was completed in February 2023. Those involved learnt new skills in woodworking and boatbuilding from a small core of experienced boat builders. They benefited from the sense of purpose and connection and community building. 

Rowing in these seaworthy craft with fixed seats is incredibly easy to learn. It is a healthy recreational activity suitable for people of all ages, genders and abilities. It will improve the health of the community by encouraging people to engage in an enjoyable form of exercise that takes advantage of Denmark's natural environmental assets.

Many coastal communities around Australia and the world have discovered the social and health benefits of Community Rowing. The Denmark Community Rowing Association is following a well trodden path to improving community health and happiness.

"Communities build boats, boats build communities"

Contact us if you would like to learn more. Join up as a Denmark Rowers member of the Denmark Riverside Club.

Contact Dave Cliff on [email protected]