Who we are

We are a friendly network of paddlers, based on the North Shore of Massachusetts, who enjoy getting together for sea kayaking and related activities. Our members range from a casual paddlers to racers, bird watchers to surfers, day-trippers to expedition adventurers and everything in between. Whether you are a novice to the sport or a “hard-core” veteran, we have activities for you.

Our volunteer trip initiators propose/offer dozens of trips every year, offering:
• Different challenges - From a leisurely flat-water paddle to open ocean thrills
• Locations - From Cape Cod to Casco Bay and beyond
• Themes. Summer solstice, fall foliage, seal watching, skill building

Come paddle with us!

We provide a public forum for paid members to announce NSPN CAM trips as well as Show and Go trips so you can invite others to join in.

We’re also a non-profit organization with the goal of helping paddlers understand and manage the risks inherent in sea kayaking, through peer learning and community interaction. We believe strongly in the need for personal responsibility on the water and we support each other to build our skills and become more responsible paddlers. Most club activities combine the fun of paddling with the joy of learning.

Come learn with us!

We reach out to the community through collaboration with harbormasters and the Coast Guard and assisting in programs to introduce children and the disabled to kayaking. We help protect our marine environment through cleanup projects.

Come participate!

What We're Not:
The NSPN is not an outfitter. NSPN members who volunteer to initiate trips and other activities are not professional guides or instructors.