Guidelines agreed in June 2017 for Kitesurfing on Silver Strand beach. Agreed with Galway City Council (recreation and amenity dept) and Galway County Council (water safety).
1 - Kitesurfing, launching or landing is prohibited on the main Silverstrand beach from 1st May to 1st October
2 - Check and understand the tidal currents and how they might affect the riding area. Not only on the water, but how this may reduce or remove the safe landing and launching area
3 - No self landing or self launching of kites on the main beach.
4 - Look before you launch. When launching or being launched please check for people and hazards.
5 - Keep aware of the changing weather conditions during your session. A storm cloud or squall could make it advisable to land your kite while it passes.
6- Yield right of way to all other beach and water users.
