• Observe the Country Code.
• Drive and park considerately, not obstructing gates, dykes, lanes or passing places.
• Avoid damaging fences, gates or river banks.
• Use recognised access points where possible.
• Keep noise to a minimum.
• Be discrete - don't cause offence by changing or urinating publicly.
• Respect private property - if in doubt ask for permission to cross land or drive on a private road.
• Take your litter away with you.

On the water

• Follow the general rules of navigation and local bylaws.
• Respect all other water users
• Co-operate with anglers to avoid lines - friendly communication can reduce potential conflict
• Do not linger in pools already occupied by other river users.
• Keep the numbers in your party consistent with safety, the nature of the stretch of river and the impact on your surroundings.
• Have special regard for inexperienced paddlers in your group.
• Offer assistance to anyone in genuine need, on or off the water, but do not put yourselfor fellow paddlers at risk

In general treat other as you would wish to be treated, respect the environment and follow safety recommendations. Make sure you have Public Liability Insurance - this is a benefit of SCA membership. Assist the SCA in promoting the concept of equal rights of access and enjoyment of Scotland's waterways for all by adhering to this Code and explaining it to other paddler and the general public.

"Take only photographs, leave only ripples"