Anyone contemplating a training session on Googong Dam needs to be wary of potential gusty winds which seem to blow up out of nowhere. Even if it appears to be calm in Canberra the weather seems to change quickly on this body of water. Despite this Googong is a good venue for training, probably early in the day is best (opens at 8:00am). Since it is so isolated training in pairs and using PFD's would be smart. If alone let the ranger know you are out there. Googong has a lot of bird life around /on it, especially eagles. Other positives include: no rowers, no ferries, NO BLUE/GREEN ALGAE. JP