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TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20170326T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20171029T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:https://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20160327T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20161030T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:https://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20150329T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20151025T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London TZURL:https://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20140330T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=-1SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20141026T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=10;BYDAY=-1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Odiorne Paddle Wed June 3 10am Launch DTSTAMP:20260601T141237Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1613-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Doscher":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Weather looks very good for Wed. Light winds and seas <\; 2ft 10 sec. High tide at 2:30. We may get a little mud at launch but will be close to HT when we get back. Planning 8-12nm. We can decide on directi on day of\, but the obvious choices are Rye Harbor or Braveboat for lunch. High of about 70F but water is still 51 deg\, so drysuit weather.Fill out trip form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBosur8J-RG9Uw0 qyPVa9X0sQXEHs8OIT6MXcypSbGBaY_cA/viewform?usp=publish-editorBTW\, I have not used this form\, so let me know if you have any problemsJIm DTSTART:20260603T140000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20260530T173843Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1612-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Work on fundamentals in a relaxing env ironment with the support of other paddlers. Practice strokes\, rolls\, re scues\, falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress f or immersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. S ign up below if you're coming. DTSTART:20260604T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summer Solstice paddle (minus 3 minutes) - A club paddle to celebrate summer DTSTAMP:20260528T210007Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1610-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Ricardo Caivano":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Paddle and early dinner. Join fellow club members for a padd le from Cape Neddick and an early dinner at the Cape Neddick Lobster Pound Restaurant to celebrate the Summer (one week late).  Folks would be resp onsible to pay for the dinner of their choice. More details to follow... DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Paddle DTSTAMP:20260529T141347Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1611-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Announcing a Skills Practice Paddle! This is exactly what th ose three words imply: we will practice some skills by going on a paddle s omewhere.This paddle is open to members at all skill levels. Everyone bene fits from practicing\, and we'll work in pairs or small groups to help eac h other:If you are just getting started on a skill\, you'll get to spend s ome time learning the basics from someone first.If you know how to do some thing but would like to do it better\, you'll benefit by practicing it wit h others.If you've mastered a skill\, you can learn even more by helping s omeone acquire it.We will determine where to launch and what skills to wor k on shortly before the date\, since this depends so much on the weather a nd sea state. However\, we'll try our best to do this somewhere in northea stern MA that doesn't cost too much.Please indicate your interest by signi ng up for the form here. To make the most of the experience\, this trip wi ll be capped at 8-10 paddlers. However I'm going to leave the signup open so that there is a waitlist in case of cancellations. I'll confirm attenda nce and post reminders as we get closer to the date. (Note: I will not be monitoring those \"I'm interested!\" comments. If you're interested\, plea se sign up using the form!)The rain date for this paddle is Sunday\, July 12.Here are some things we might practice... but we'll select no more than a few on the actual date!safety/rescue:wet exitsassisted rescuesself-resc ues with assistance on handtowingstrokes:efficient\, powerful and comforta ble forward and backward strokessweep strokes for turning the boat while m ovingdraw and pry strokes to move the boat sidewaysrudders to hold the boa t in place along some directionboat handling:edging the boatbracing for st ability or turningstopping the boatstern and bow weightingadapting to wind adapting to wavestrip planning / navigation:chart and compass usageroute s electionwayfinding based on landforms and markersHope to see you there. DTSTART:20260711T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20260527T014951Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1609-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Work on fundamentals in a relaxing en vironment with the support of other paddlers. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps dow n the bruises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove t o the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) an d head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up below if you're coming. DTSTART:20260528T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sea Kayaking Fundamentals with Todd Johnstone-Wright DTSTAMP:20251206T190458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1585-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This two-day clinic welcomes paddlers of all levels who want to develop or refine their sea paddling skills. Through a learner-centere d\, learning-focused approach\, we’ll unpack the fundamentals of paddlin g and learn to interpret signals from the environment\, water\, boat\, bla de\, and body. Participants will leave with tools to self-assess\, so they can continue improving their technique whenever they are on the water.Bey ond fundamental paddling skills\, we’ll also explore decision-making\, r escue techniques\, and best practices for the gear and equipment we rely o n in sea kayaking. The goal is to build confidence\, awareness\, and a fou ndation for a safe\, efficient\, effective\, and fun time on the sea.Venue will be local to the North Shore\, and will be chosen with consideration of conditions.Further details and registration to follow soon.Cost for thi s two-day workshop will be $185. Comparable training opportunities typical ly cost $170/day. This is in addition to our free (to members) peer-led sk ills sessions throughout the season\, and will be a good complement to the m.This clinic is full. To join the waitlist\, write training@nspn.org. DTSTART:20260613T120000Z DTEND:20260614T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Season Starter Paddle @ West Beach DTSTAMP:20260421T163300Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1608-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:I'm calling this Friday trip a \"season starter\" since many of us including myself have barely gotten on the water yet\, if at all. T he goal of this trip is simply to get out on saltwater and enjoy some Cape Ann sights for a few hours \;-) Not much distance or time is going to be involved\, and wind/sea state are forecast to be mild.In some other key re spects the season has NOT really started — the water is still in the mid 40s! So one thing that does have to be taken seriously is dressing for im mersion in 45º F water.The forecast for Friday is currently partly sunny\ , mid 40s. A calm period is predicted for the beginning of the trip\, foll owed by a sea breeze developing in the afternoon. So my current thinking i s to paddle out of West Beach and head east towards Manchester beaches whi le it's calm\, then get blown back if easterly winds pick up as expected. I'm thinking only 1-2 hours in each direction depending on how everyone's feeling.Please join the trip at the following link if you want to go AND 1 ) you've got a sea kayak with bulkheads\, static deck lines\, toggles and a spray skirt\, AND 2) are dressed to swim in water in the 40s\, AND 3) ar e dressed to be outside in cold\, windy conditions. Note that the forecast could change. There's been a lot of that going around lately.Sign up link (not using RSVP): https://forms.gle/5wbEMXyTXaRFGFt17Time: 10 am butts in boats. There is a short window of calm predicted for the outbound leg\; t hank you for being prompt :-)Location: West BeachBring: yourself\, a smile \, water\, snacks\, lunch\, something to keep you warm on a beach.Please m essage me if you have any questions and thank you! DTSTART:20260424T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Camp at Umbagog Lake DTSTAMP:20260421T002445Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1607-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:We have a remote campsite at the lake in July! If you haven' t visited this area before\, think of a lake ringed by mountains. During t he day we can explore the waterways which enter and exit the lake\, do som e hiking\, and visit a beach. Evening sunsets behind the mountains are ama zing\, as is the nightly loon chorus\, sometimes accompanied by a parade. The site can hold a maximum of 5 tents. Message me (Jody Harris) if you wo uld like more details and are interested in joining the trip.. DTSTART:20260724T040000Z DTEND:20260727T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SPRING STROKES DTSTAMP:20260413T002206Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1606-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="William Doucet":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:A paddle to ease into the season. Most of us have trepidatio ns on our early season paddles\, so together\, let’s get out on the wate r\, and focus on helping each other revisit some of the basics. This will be a mellow\, low mileage day. The ocean temperatures will still demand p roper clothing &\; gear (dry suits\, etc.). This launch location accomm odates a wide range of conditions to give us a good chance to meet the goa ls of the day.What we will focus on:Being Relaxed in your boatBasic Stroke sEdgingEfficient TurningLaunch &\; Landing TipsWhen: Arrive in time to have butts in boat by 10:00Where: Odiorne State Parkclick link below to si gn up.https://forms.gle/Cx6B48cKDiMdHw6N6 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516 ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cindy Berend";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Advanced Kayaking Skills with Todd Johnstone-Wright DTSTAMP:20251206T191836Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1586-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This two-day coastal paddling clinic is designed for experie nced paddlers who are comfortable in Paddle UK Moderate Water (wind to 16 kt\, current to 2 kt\, launch and land through 1 meter surf) or ACA Level 3 conditions and looking to take their skills to the next level.Over two f un and focused days\, we’ll dive into how to move\, play\, and travel ef ficiently and safely in dynamic coastal environments. You’ll build confi dence in your technical paddling and rescue skills while exploring the jud gment and decision-making that keep trips smooth when conditions get busy. We’ll also look at leadership—how to make good calls\, work as a team\ , and support both safety and fun on the water. The course follows a learn er-centered approach\, shaped around your goals and experience\, ensuring that every paddler leaves more capable\, confident\, and connected to the sea.Venue will be local to the North Shore\, and will be chosen to take ad vantage of conditions.Registration link to follow soon. Follow this event to receive updates.Cost for this two-day workshop will be $185. Comparable training opportunities typically cost $170/day. This is in addition to ou r free (to members) peer-led skills sessions throughout the season\, and w ill be a good complement to them.This clinic is open to 10 participants. W e need to determine demand. If you are interested in joining\, respond HER E by March 21. We'll open registration later.Questions? Ask training@nspn. org. DTSTART:20261003T120000Z DTEND:20261004T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop 2026 - Beverly Farms\, MA DTSTAMP:20260327T225414Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1604-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Bob Levine and I will begin the Cold Water Workshop with an indoor discussion at the Beverly Farms Library\,  24 Vine Street\, in the lower level Conrad Room.  Street parking is on Vine Street or around the block.  Prompt start time at 10:30pm\, doors open at 10:15am.  Bring sn acks or a lunch.  Food and beverages are allowed in the room.  We then h ead to West Beach for 1.5- 2 hours of on-the-water rescue practice.  In a ddition to normal paddling gear\, drysuits\, neoprene hoodies\, gloves\, b oots\, and helmets are required. Please RSVP on the Calendar. PM Bob or I if gear is needed or you would like to be added to a waitlist. Trip repo rt from last year's workshop: https://www.nspn.org/forums/topic/15832-col d-water-workshop-2025/#comment-93283\n DTSTART:20260509T143000Z DTEND:20260509T194500Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jon Kranes";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alternate Easter Bunny Plunge DTSTAMP:20260402T172926Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1605-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Saturday looks like a nice day\, but too windy to go out on the ocean. I hate cancelling this event entirely\, so here is an alternate plan:Saturday\, April 4. Meet at 9:30 am at the Concord River boat ramp\, off Route 225 in Bedford\, MA. It's 45 minutes from West Beach\, so fairl y accessible to most people. Plan on a launch time of 10:00 am sharp. Padd le 4 miles (8 round trip) to Old North Bridge\, where we can pull out and take a break. We should be back at the launch by about 2:30 at the latest. Boat ramp address is 311 Carlisle Rd\, Bedford\, MAWater temps in the rive r are still below 40° F so wet / dry suit and other cold weather gear req uired. Air temps warmest in the morning\, low 50's\, then cooling off. Win d NE 10-15 mph.Trip will go with 3 people or more. Parking is easy.Bring y our bunny ears and chocolate... DTSTART:20260404T133000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Trotter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bridie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jon Kranes";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CANCELLED. Save the date for Easter Bunny Paddle and Plunge DTSTAMP:20260217T133902Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1602-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the return of the annual Easter Bunny Padd le and Plunge! Plunging\, bunny ears\, and chocolate encouraged but option al. Exact location and start time TBD based on forecast but somewhere on t he North Shore\, most likely West Beach. Will require cold weather gear an d appropriate sea kayak. Hope to see you there! DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405 ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bridie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jon Kranes";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Trotter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN Speaker Series: Pen Godber - The 77 Islands Project RE SCHEDULED TO 10 AM DTSTAMP:20260210T150024Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1599-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bridie":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 8\, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET via ZoomJoin us for an inspiring talk with Welsh kayaker Pen Godber\, who has set herself a rema rkable challenge: to paddle to and camp on 77 islands by the time she turn s 78 (end of October 2028).Pen's journey celebrates adventure\, friendship \, and giving back. With each island visit\, she donates £10 to Àban\, a Scottish charity that introduces young people to outdoor adventure. Her i slands range from tiny unnamed dots on Welsh rivers to Shetland\, Skye\, a nd the Scillies.Register here. This event is FREE and open to NSPN members and non-members alike.\n(Note: Daylight Saving Time begins March 8 - reme mber to spring forward!)What to Expect:The inspiration behind the 77 Islan ds ProjectDiscovering Àban charity and its missionStunning photos and sto ries from island expeditionsQ&\;A sessionAbout the Speaker:Pen believes adventure doesn't have to be exotic or far from home - it's about explora tion\, discovery\, and making connections with people and places. Her proj ect demonstrates that age is no barrier to pursuing meaningful challenges. Learn more about Pen's journey: www.77islands.orgLearn more about Àban: h ttps://aban.scot/about/about-aban DTSTART:20260308T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ocean Alliance's Whale Presentation Update: Cancelled DTSTAMP:20260219T211249Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1603-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Presentation cancelled due to limited sign-ups &\; recent additional snow has significantly reduced available parking ! The TBD pl an going forward is to either find a weekend time for the on-site presenta tion\, or a weeknight time to offer a zoom presentation.Ocean Alliance is an organization dedicated to the protection of whales and their environmen t through research\, public education\, and outreach. The Team is based in Gloucester\, yet the reach of their mission is worldwide\, both in influe nce and in expeditions. Learn how SnotBot drones are revolutionizing marin e mammal science\, for example\, collecting exhaled whale breath\, and tag ging and disentangling whales. Questions regarding \"Who are our local wha les ?\"\, \"Where do they migrate ?\" and \"How do they communicate ?\" (s amples of whale songs) will be discussed. Come with your questions ! I hop e to see you there ! Sue HPlease note: Depending on additional snow accumu lation over the next week\, only 10 to 15 parking spaces will be avaiable at the Alliance\, so car pooling may be needed depending on the number of attendees. DTSTART:20260303T190000Z DTEND:20260303T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New to Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20260212T165216Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1601-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This introduction to sea kayaking event is jointly sponsore d by North Shore Paddlers Network (NSPN) and AMC New Hampshire Paddlers.  On-the-water guides will be from NSPN. This event is designed for you\, whether it's your first time in any paddle craft or if you have paddled a kayak or canoe on lakes\, rivers\, estuaries or on the sea.  Regardless o f your experience\, if you are interested in learning more about sea kayak ing\, this is a great opportunity.  At this workshop\, we will be paddlin g sea kayaks in the protected waters of Portsmouth Harbor. You will get a general overview of sea kayaking\, look at boat options\, paddles\, other essential gear\, clothing\, and more.NSPN or AMC membership is not requir ed.  This Introduction To Sea Kayaking Workshop is FREE but you must reg ister.*****Because this is a jointly sponsored event\, registration throug h both AMC and NSPN is required\, due to insurance and liability conside rations.****Current club members who wish to help out with this event\, ei ther by advertising around the North Shore\, or joining the on-water teach ing team\, please message Jody or Fred to coordinate.Workshop detailsDate - June 20\, 2026Time -  arrive at 9:00 am\, so we can fit you in a boat. An early arrival will let us get on the water sooner. The event will end a round 2:30-3:00 pmMeet at Seven Rivers Paddling\, 185 Wentworth Rd\, Ports mouth\, NHQuestions - Email NTSKW@NSPN.ORG NSPN Registration - NSPN New t o Sea Kayaking WorkshopAMC Registration - Click HEREKayaks - Rent or bring your ownP&\;H sea kayaks with paddles and PFD are available to rent fr om our hosts at Seven Rivers Paddling. $65 (to be confirmed)Participant su pplied kayaks must be seaworthy\, at least 12.5 feet in length with deck l ines and front and rear flotation–either sealed bulkheads or flotation b ags.  If you bring your own kayak\, you must also have a Coast Guard appr oved PFD (life jacket) and your own paddle.  Spray skirts are not require d but are recommended. A $5 launch fee will apply.What to bringDress in wo ol or synthetic layers and bring a jacket.   No cotton\, no blue jeans.  If you have more robust cold water gear\, a suitable wetsuit or neoprene l ayers\, bring them.Hat with a brimSunblockSun glassesStrap for glasses if you wear them.Lunch\, water\, drink  (pack in a drybag or ziplock bags)Qu estions or course!NTSKW On-Water TopicsWhat is sea kayaking - try it for y ourself!Get a good look at a variety of kayaksPaddle optionsEssential gear kayakers carry and wearKayak specific clothing Other TopicsInfo handout for \"Before Getting on the Water\": weather considerations\, chart use\, general route &\; paddling capacitiesNSPN club membership &\; benefi tsFind people to paddle with\, sea kayak with NSPN… a variety of trips a re posted during the paddling season and beyondMethods of carrying\, lifti ng and transporting kayaks demonstrated live as we get on and off the wate r DTSTART:20260620T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Basic Kayak Navigation workshop DTSTAMP:20260211T165250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1600-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:If you are new to kayak navigation or want to review the bas ic skills of compass work and chart reading\, join us for this interactive workshop.  We will start indoors with an overview of these basic skills and hopefully have an opportunity to practice our skills outdoors\, on lan d (weather permitting).  Bring a nautical chart of Salem Sound/ Beverly a nd a hand compass.  If you do not have these items\, please contact us in advance and we may be able to provide you with what you need.   Beverl y Farms Public Library\, 24 Vine St (street parking only).  We will be i n the Conrad Room. Please remember to pack your own lunch and beverage.Wea ther permitting\, a hands on exercise will be conducted at West Beach in B everly Farms\, so dress accordingly. No kayaks please.For questions\, plea se PM Shari G or Sue H directly. DTSTART:20260307T153000Z DTEND:20260307T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="RMAF";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Brett Bauer";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Schooner Adventure on board winter maintenance presentation DTSTAMP:20260118T020455Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1598-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="dsigall":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Greg Bover\, President of the Schooner Adventure B.O.D. has offered to show us what happens on Adventure during the off season. Advent ure isn't sailing but it's still a busy time. We'll meet on the Harriet We bster Pier on the Harbor Loop in Gloucester (along side the Martime Glouce ster Museum).Greg has asked that we limit participants to 15. Adventure's deck is under a canopy. It will be chilly but we'll be out of the wind and weather.Please see the post on the trip planning forum. More info to foll owhttps://www.schooneradventure.org DTSTART:20260222T153000Z ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid with Todd Johnstone-Wright (courtesy po st for SMSKN) DTSTAMP:20260115T174722Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1597-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:SMSKN is sponsoring a Wilderness First Aid certification cou rse\, taught by Todd Johnstone-Wright. This is a two-day\, 16 hour course\ , plus an evening for CPR. SMSKN has arranged to give the class in Portlan d\, at a very steeply discounted cost for SMSKN members - $180 per person (plus $20 for SMSKN membership). You won’t find this course anywhere for this price! Payment is required at the time of signup. Please read the S IGNUP INSTRUCTION BELOW. \n\nThis class is suitable for all paddlers\, whe ther you’ve never had first aid training before\, or need to refresh a c ertification for the 27th time. This a great opportunity. Todd is an excel lent instructor. As both an EMS professional and a professional educator\, he is exceptionally qualified to help people at all levels learn how to t reat illness and injuries in the back country. This course meets the requi rements for ACA and Paddle UK leaders and instructors\, Maine Guides\, and most other certifications that require first aid/CPR training. Certificat ion will be through SOLO and is recognized world-wide.\n\nThis class inclu des both classroom and hands-on training over one evening and two full day s. Participation during the entire course is required for certification. S ome exercises will be conducted outdoors\, so dress appropriately to spend time outside (winter boots\, jackets\, hats\, gloves are necessary - unle ss you want to be the subject of a hypothermia drill!)\n\nSCHEDULE:\nThe c lass will meet Friday (February 27) evening from 6pm-8pm\, Saturday (Febru ary 28) from 8am-5pm and Sunday (March 1) from 8am-5pm. The Class will mee t at the MITA Office in Portland\, Maine.\nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS TO SIGN UP :\nTo signing up you must email Ellen Gluckman at Lng@madriver.com Ellen w ill coordinate your payment by mailed check or Venmo. You will be added to the list once payment is received. Cancellations will be accepted and ref unds issued if we can refill your seat. Contact Glen Gordon with any quest ions.\nhighres_528748605.webp.avif DTSTART:20260227T230000Z DTEND:20260301T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:First paddle of 2026 (at least for us) DTSTAMP:20260106T213803Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1596-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Ricardo Caivano":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Fred Goodman and Ricardo Caivano are organizing a paddle for Thursday Jan 6th. The first of the year for us.Launching from West Beach\ , Beverly\, MA.  Come early to get ready and be prepared to Launch at 10: 00 am. Hot mocha and donuts will be provided. This is a WINTER paddle. NOA A forecasts is WNW winds 5 to 9 kts\, sunny\, sea 1 to 2 ft. Air high near 42 F and water temp 41 F. Weather can change...Drysuits and all the safet y equipment needed for winter paddling are a must. If you haven't paddled in the winter and with us before\, please send Ricardo Caivano a private m essage. The plan is flexible and depends of conditions and wishes/ experie nce of the participants. Sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14d7 gIO7pFFdvMhM3xqwWFIQ4Z6z2UpXPuZMeqQA9GLA/edit DTSTART:20260108T150000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gordon College pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222402Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1592-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Pool is in the Bennett Center. Bring boats in through the si de door directly to the pool\, not through the lobby. Clean boats inside and out\, please.Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatev er assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you woul d like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructo r directly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified !) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, sprayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddl e float.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to k eep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Ins tructions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have tro uble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSP N.orgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. We are required to have i nsurance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club ins urance program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA member to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is c ancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to a ttend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else pur chase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. You can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260214T170000Z DTEND:20260214T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stanley Shea";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gordon College pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222310Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1591-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Pool is in the Bennett Center. Bring boats in through the si de door directly to the pool\, not through the lobby. Clean boats inside and out\, please.Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatev er assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you woul d like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructo r directly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified !) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, sprayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddl e float.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to k eep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Ins tructions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have tro uble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSP N.orgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. We are required to have i nsurance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club ins urance program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA member to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is c ancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to a ttend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else pur chase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. You can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260207T170000Z DTEND:20260207T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Quinlan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tomas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gordon College pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222151Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1590-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Pool is in the Bennett Center. Bring boats in through the si de door directly to the pool\, not through the lobby. Clean boats inside and out\, please.Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatev er assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you woul d like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructo r directly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified !) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, sprayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddl e float.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to k eep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Ins tructions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have tro uble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSP N.orgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. We are required to have i nsurance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club ins urance program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA member to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is c ancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to a ttend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else pur chase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. You can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260131T170000Z DTEND:20260131T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Quinlan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gordon College pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222106Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1589-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Pool is in the Bennett Center. Bring boats in through the si de door directly to the pool\, not through the lobby. Clean boats inside and out\, please.Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatev er assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you woul d like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructo r directly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified !) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, sprayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddl e float.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to k eep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Ins tructions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have tro uble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSP N.orgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. We are required to have i nsurance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club ins urance program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA member to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is c ancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to a ttend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else pur chase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. You can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260117T170000Z DTEND:20260117T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Quinlan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gordon College pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222027Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1588-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Pool is in the Bennett Center. Bring boats in through the si de door directly to the pool\, not through the lobby. Clean boats inside and out\, please.Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatev er assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you woul d like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructo r directly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified !) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, sprayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddl e float.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to k eep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Ins tructions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have tro uble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSP N.orgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. We are required to have i nsurance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club ins urance program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA member to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is c ancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to a ttend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else pur chase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. You can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260110T170000Z DTEND:20260110T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Quinlan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tomas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gordon College pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T221649Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1587-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Pool is in the Bennett Center. Bring boats in through the si de door directly to the pool\, not through the lobby. Clean boats inside and out\, please.Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatev er assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you woul d like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructo r directly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified !) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, sprayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddl e float.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to k eep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Ins tructions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have tro uble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSP N.orgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. We are required to have i nsurance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club ins urance program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA member to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is c ancelled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to a ttend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else pur chase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. You can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260103T170000Z DTEND:20260103T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tomas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St. John's Prep pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222758Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1595-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or wo rk on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does no t offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would l ike to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor d irectly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, spr ayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddle f loat.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to keep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Instru ctions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have troubl e with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSPN.o rgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. We are required to have insu rance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club insura nce program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA mem ber to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is canc elled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. Yo u can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260321T160000Z DTEND:20260321T180000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Peter Kinch";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tomas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St. John's Prep pool session DTSTAMP:20251216T222724Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1594-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come learn to roll or practice rescues! Pool sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or wo rk on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does no t offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would l ike to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor d irectly\, either from NSPN members (some of whom are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors\,You'll need a kayak\, paddle\, spr ayskirt\, and lifejacket.  You'll likely want a mask and maybe a paddle f loat.  Light neoprene clothing works well\, both to keep warm and to keep down the bruises on your legs from jumping in and out of your boat.Instru ctions to purchase pool sessions are here. Cost is $30. If you have troubl e with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSPN.o rgThese sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. We are required to have insu rance in order to use the pool facilities\, and we use the ACA club insura nce program. This is an ACA supported event. You must be a current ACA mem ber to participate. Our skills sessions are also ACA supported events\, so it's worth joining.We cannot issue any refunds unless the session is canc elled due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. Yo u can post here to offer your session to another NSPN + ACA member. DTSTART:20260314T160000Z DTEND:20260314T180000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Kara Glinnen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tomas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Party DTSTAMP:20251206T141450Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1583-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Hi Folks\,As has been our tradition\, the Winter Party will be a Pot Luck event. Only if you plan to attend\, please indicate \"going\ " here on the calendar\, \"maybe\" and \"not going\" are not necessary to indicate. If going\, now you are half done! Please state below what food i tem you plan to bring and if it is an appetizer\, side dish\, main dish or dessert. Please read what others have listed and try to adjust what you p lan to bring. We don't want to end up with only one or two of the food gro up categories to feed a hungry crowd. You know NSPNers love to eat\, so th is is the time to show off your cooking skills!Folks will be responsible t o bring their own non-alcoholic beverages. Water\, tea and coffee will be provided by NSPN\, as well as plates\, bowls\, flatware\, hot/cold cups an d napkins. For those who volunteer to set up tables and chairs\, I will ne ed you to arrive at 4:30. Once I see who is coming\, I will contact a few hardy souls to assist me in this task. Thanks in advance!Parking: There is ample parking in front of the Center. Please pull in facing the split rai l fence.I hope to see you all there! Sue DTSTART:20260124T220000Z DTEND:20260125T013000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jon Kranes";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tomas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ogunquit\, Fall 2025 DTSTAMP:20251109T153558Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1581-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This has been a traditional fall trip since 2019. I'm hoping for suitable conditions for Sunday but Saturday is a possible backup. sig nup is by private message only. You can ask questions in the \"trip planni ng \"post. DTSTART:20251115T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GMGI Tour CANCELED! DTSTAMP:20251101T130924Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1580-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Regrettably\, GMGI had to cancel our tour for today. I will attempt to reschedule soon. Apologies for any inconvenience.Tour GMGI\, Gloucester Maine Genonics Institute\, on Tuesday\, 11/11/25 @ 3pm. We will begin at the Gloucester Biotechnology Academy- 55 Blackburn Center. See t he General Message board for more information on GMGI. Tour lasts approxim ately one hour and is limited to a group of 10. If you have questions\, yo u may PM me. DTSTART:20251111T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annisquam River Paddle date change: Friday\, 10/24/25 DTSTAMP:20251014T171454Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1579-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:*NEW DATE*.Explore the lesser known areas of the Annisquam R iver and surrounding marshes on Thursday\, October 23rd.  Level 2.  App roximately 10 nm.   Limited to 8 participants. LT 7:25am\; HT 1:36pm.   Weather\, conditions\, and water temperature will be posted closer to the day of the paddle.Launch from Corliss Landing\, at the very end of Apple Street (Gloucester).  Parking for non-residents is allowed and free this time of year. Please cluster cars to allow space for possible boat traile r parking.Let's meet by 9:30am with a launch time of 10:00 am (mid-tide).  Send me a PM if you are interested\, as the trip already has a group of participants. DTSTART:20251024T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squam Lake Changed to Friday Ocober 10! DTSTAMP:20251002T151133Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1578-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="prudenceb":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Squam Lake Friday October 10Long range forecast is looking b etter for Squam Lake on Friday October 10 so we\,re changing from original date.David Mercer and I are organizing this favorite fall paddle. Meet at the boat launch at Squam Lake Association (534 US 3\, Holderness\, NH) in time for a 10 am launch. Leave sufficient time before that to get yoursel f organized - drop off boat\, pay the $5 parking fee and then park up at t he lot. Yes\, it may be a longish drive for some of us\, but it's always w orth it! There are numerous little islands to circumnavigate and/or stop o n\, and lovely lunch spots. The water is crystal clear. Hoping for some go od foliage\, but the ongoing drought may have some effect. We're generally off the water 3-4 pm-ish.Boats with bulkheads and decklines and you with pfd and sprayskirt. It's starting to get chilly\, so dress accordingly. If we haven't paddled with your before\, please PM me so we chat!Everyone sh ould send me PM with float plan info: your full name\, cell number\, emerg ency contact name and number\, car license\, and boat description.If weath er forecast changes\, we'll try and come up with alternate date! DTSTART:20251009T140000Z ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jon Kranes";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Last Minute Paddle - Beverly DTSTAMP:20250927T140611Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1577-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Last Minute Paddle - Beverly - Monday Sep 29Tentative Plan:T entative plan is to explore several of the islands in Beverly Salem area - Great and Little Misery\, Bakers\, North and South Goosebery\, Childrens\ , and Eagles.Actual conditions and participants at launch will dictate pad dle plan.DetailsWest Beach\, Beverly MA121 West St. - Beverly Farms\, MA 0 19159:30 AM arrival - 10:00 AM launchExpected finish - 5 PMRelaxed paddle @ 10 - 12 NM'sMarine ForecastMondayVariable winds 5 kt or less. Sunny. Sea s around 1 ft.RSVP\nIf you are interested in joining us please reply to th e post for this paddle in the Trip Planning Forum and send a PM with conta ct info:https://www.nspn.org/forums/forum/103-nspn-tripevent-planning/ DTSTART:20250929T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LMP - Rockport DTSTAMP:20250927T135713Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1576-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Last Minute Paddle - Rockport - Sunday Sep 28Tentative Plan: Likely hugging the coast and heading down toward/to Salt Island and back w ith possible stops at Milk\, Thacher\, and Straitsmouth islands along the way depending on conditions.DetailsRockport Granite PierWharf Rd\, Rockpor t\, MA 019669:30 AM arrival - 10:00 AM launchExpected finish - 5 PMRelaxed paddle @ 10 - 12 NM'sMarine ForecastSundaySSW wind around 9 kt. A slight chance of showers before 7am. Seas around 2 ft.RSVPIf you are interested i n joining us please reply to the post for this paddle in the Trip Planning Forum and send a PM with contact info:https://www.nspn.org/forums/forum/1 03-nspn-tripevent-planning/ DTSTART:20250928T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LMP - Monday 9/22 - West Beach Beverly Ma DTSTAMP:20250921T123517Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1575-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Last Minute Paddle - Beverly - Monday Sep 22Tentative Plan:T entative plan is to explore the coastline towards Gloucester Harbor with l unch at White or Grey Beach\, stopping to explore Great Misery on the retu rn.Actual conditions and participants at launch will dictate paddle plan.D etailsWest Beach\, Beverly MA121 West St. - Beverly Farms\, MA 0191510 AM arrival - 10:30 AM launchExpected finsih - 5 PMRelaxed paddle @ 10 - 12 NM 'sMarine ForecastMonday - Variable winds less than 5 kt becoming SSE 5 to 7 kt in the afternoon. Mostly sunny. Seas around 2 ft.\nIf you are interes ted in joining us let us know and please send a PM with contact info or re ply in the Trip Planning Forum post.\n https://www.nspn.org/forums/topic/1 6795-lmp-monday-922-west-beach-beverly-ma/ \n DTSTART:20250922T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Lunch Paddle from Fort Stark DTSTAMP:20250915T180644Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1574-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Arrive by 9:30 am\, launch by 10:00 am from Fort Stark. Fort Stark gate is usually open at 9:30\, but we might have to wait a little b it.High tide: 9:13 am Low tide: 3:09 pmMostly sunny\, with a high near 74\ , low winds and 2 foot swells.Plan to paddle 8-ish miles\, with a return t ime of 2:30 pm. Lunch on a beach or on Wood Island. Add your name in the c omments below and don't forget to register\, thanks!REGISTER HERE DTSTART:20250918T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Boston Inner Harbor DTSTAMP:20250909T174158Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1573-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="prudenceb":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Boston Inner Harbor Saturday September 13Somehow spring and summer passed without my doing one of my favorite mellow paddles - launchi ng from the Little Mystic River Charlestown all tide ramp - and hugging th e city coastline - and Boston Harborwalk - to The ICA or if we want\, onwa rd to Castle Island\, South Boston. It's time to to do something about tha t!Arrive at Little Mystic River Charlestown all tide boat launch by 9:30 S aturday morning for a 10ish launch. Have the usual - boat with decklines a nd bulkheads and you with pfd and sprayskirt. Forecast is for calm wind an d seas in the inner harbor.If interested\, please pm me with the usual flo at plan info: name\, cell\, email\; emergency contact name and cell\; boat and car description.It should be a lovely day!Prudence DTSTART:20250913T133000Z ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David Francis1";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250908T162850Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1571-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250911T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Isles of Shoals Shuttle\, 9/8/2025 DTSTAMP:20250831T143229Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1570-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:We will be catching a ride from Jack Farrell of https://www. seacoastmaritimecharters.com/ from Pepperell Cove to Gosport Harbor and ha ve about six hours to explore before returning. Here's a trip report from last year and you'll find more if you run a search:\nThis trip is full wit h a waitlist. I may try to schedule it again this fall. DTSTART:20250908T120000Z DTEND:20250908T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250829T130056Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1569-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250904T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Charles River Garden in Bloom DTSTAMP:20250814T155246Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1568-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:I know it's a river\, but...Swamp rose mallow\, loosestrife\ , pickerel weed and water lily are all in full bloom on the Charles River. It's quite beautiful along the stretch from Red Wing Bay in Needham to El m Bank in Wellesley\, as the river winds through numerous conservation lan ds and less development. We'll be paddling upstream to Elm Bank\, where th ere is a nice place to pull out the boats and have lunch. After lunch we'l l return to Red Wing Bay. About 10 miles total distance. Monday's forecast calls for temps in the low 70's with some clouds and light winds.Let’s plan to launch at 9:30\, so arrive earlier as needed!Location: https://map s.app.goo.gl/JskDLhuidnaqw9Pm9You'll cross a rail trail\, then head downhi ll to a circle. Park around the circle. The launch is by the big gate.Regi ster HERE DTSTART:20250818T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CANCELLED. Gloucester Harbor PLUS free concert DTSTAMP:20250812T173346Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1566-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="eneumeier":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:I hurt my back this morning and can't paddle. Launch from th e Gloucester Blvd boat ramp at\, AKA greasy pole at 1 PM for a tour around Gloucester Harbor\, or to Magnolia\, or to Braces Cove\, depending on con ditions and interest.Off the water no later than 5 PM to go up the hill to 10 Church Street\, Gloucester\, MA 01930 -- the UU Church (First Parish i n the U.S.) for a concert on the lawn starting at 6 PM. Bring your own bla nket or chair. Food truck (Markouk Bread https://www.markoukbread.com/ ) a vailable or BYO\, or get takeout along the way. DTSTART:20250815T170000Z DTEND:20250815T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250814T002938Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1567-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250828T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hot WLP 8/13/25 DTSTAMP:20250811T205014Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1565-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Another WLP for a HOT day. Meet at Lane's Cove at 9:00 am\, launch at 9:30 am.Low tide: 8:42 am\, so expect to carry boats over the se aweed. High tide: 3:00 pm.We'll head toward the Annisquam River and contin ue to Crane's Beach if conditions are good\, about 10 miles. NOAA forecast s winds SW 6 to 9 kt becoming S 10 to 13 kt in the afternoon\, so we'll be somewhat protected on the north side of Cape Ann.Register HERE. Please PM me if we haven't paddled together before. Limited to 8 due to parking. So far\, Jody\, Susan R\, Prudence\, David\, Liz\, Jim D. DTSTART:20250813T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LMP - Sunday Aug 10 - Portsmouth DTSTAMP:20250809T001859Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1564-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Last Minute Paddle to beat the heatSunday Aug 10Watching the conditions reports\, but most likely paddling from Fort Stark down the co ast to Jenness Beach then lunch at Rye Harbor\, before and meandering back to the put-in.Fort Stark\, Portsmouth - 9:15 arrival - 9:45 AM launch.Exp ect paddle to be @ 12 NM at a moderate pace with breaks to watch the wildl ife and folks baking on the beaches.Currently as of the 7 PM (8/8/2025) NO AA Marine Forecast:SundayVariable winds 5 kt or less. Patchy fog before 7a m. Seas around 2 ft.Details:Round Trip - @12 NMArriving at 9:15 AMLaunch a t 9:45 AMExpected return by 4:00 PM ishHigh Tide is at 12:37 PMLow Tide is at 6:28 PMIf you are interested in joining us let us know and please send a PM with contact info or reply in the Trip Planning Forum post.https://w ww.nspn.org/forums/topic/16000-lmp-sunday-aug-10-portsmouth/#comment-94005 DTSTART:20250810T131500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Odiorne Saturday August 9 DTSTAMP:20250807T132858Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1563-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="prudenceb":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Odiorne Saturday August 9 TRIP IS NOW FULLConditions look j ust fine for Odiorne launch and landing…no mud!…with midday high tide. Arrive at 9 am for launch thereafter. Conditions look just fine for low ke y paddle around Newcastle Island. The usual is required: boats with bulkhe ads and deck lines\, pfd and spray skirts. If you're interested but we hav en't paddled together\, please send pm so we can get acquainted. And remem ber to get your parking slot online!I know Joe's Sunday paddle is oversubs cribed so a particular welcome to anyone who was locked out of that.Please send me PM with float info: cell number\, econtact cell\, boat descriptio n\, car model and plate number.Hope to see some of you on Saturday!Prudenc e DTSTART:20250809T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:\"Sunday Something\" Paddle 8/10/2025 @ Pavilion Beach Glouc ester DTSTAMP:20250806T172120Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1561-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:this paddle has filled up! Please add yourself to the waitli st below using the link.A \"Something\" is a flexible paddle designed for any and all club members with no prescribed skill level. Our only goal is to have fun together safely! We will determine the route\, distance and ac tivities to fit the interests\, comfort level and appetite for challenge o f folks who come. All you need is basic equipment in safe working conditio n. That means a sea kayak with full deck lines and bulkheads\, spray skirt \, dress for immersion. Please bring a helmet if you want to play in rocks or surf.This paddle is out of Pavilion Beach\, Gloucester (click link for directions or see map below for location). Please arrive no later than 8: 30 am for a 9 am launch. Parking is free on the street or in the (very sma ll) lot. You should plan on dropping off your boat and gear in the lot and then finding adjacent on-street parking\, which is hardly ever a problem. The highly unofficial Something Forecast (i.e. my best guess as of posting time) calls for light N winds shifting to 5-8 kt E\, air temp 68 F\, and (the most interesting part) swell that is predicted to build from 2 feet t o 3-4 feet by midday. With a 9 second period\, these should not be steep o r breaking waves for those keeping their distance from exposed rocks\, led ges and shore. But for those who want to play in the energy around such fe atures\, some opportunities could be available! We will gauge conditions a s we approach the mouth of Gloucester Harbor and decide as a group whether to stay inside\, go left (outside of Cape Ann towards Good Harbor) or go right (south of Cape Ann towards Magnolia).Please add yourself to the wait list here: https://forms.gle/UcBDwUsrockZrst49And please do PM me if you h ave any questions at all\, or if you're new and want to introduce yourself ! DTSTART:20250810T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LMP - York Harbor - York Harbor to Wood Island DTSTAMP:20250806T184858Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1562-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Last Minute PaddleThursday Aug 7thWatching the conditions re ports\, but most likely paddling York Harbor to Wood Island &\; backNum erous spots to stop and stretch the legs as needed and/or stop for lunch/s nacks.Launching just before high/slack tide and returning at low/slack tid e - moderate pace with several stops for snacks.Currently as of the 1 PM ( 8/6/2025) NOAA Marine Forecast:Variable winds 5 kt or less. Cloudy\, then gradually becoming mostly sunny. Seas 1 ft or less.Details:Round Trip - @1 3NMArriving at 9:30 AMLaunch at 10 AMExpected return by 4:30 PM ishHigh Ti de is at 10:41 AMLow Tide is at 4:33 PMIf you are interested in joining us let us know and please send a PM with contact info or reply in the Trip P lanning Forum post.\nhttps://www.nspn.org/forums/topic/15996-lmp-york-harb or-thu-aug-7th/#comment-93996 DTSTART:20250807T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250805T215330Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1560-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250821T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250805T215240Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1559-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250814T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#12 Lobster Buoy Car-Camping Weekend\, Inter-club event #2 w ith NSPN and SMSKN DTSTAMP:20250619T174502Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1535-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:PLEASE DO NOT RSVP UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT FOR TH E GROUP SITE ONLY. Come join us for this second inter-club kayak camping event with NSPN and SMSKN. Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathered at the Group Site. Arrive early Saturday\, depart Monday. Paddling options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Rid ge\, or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not appropriate for beginners. D o not overestimate your abilities. Minimal skills to participate include w et exit\, self and assisted rescue\, and previous experience in ocean padd ling with conditions of wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and crossings u p to 2.0M.  I will set a limit FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I receive payment ([$12.00 per person + $8.50 per car]/NIT E) X 1.09 (tax\; most will pay $22.35/nite) via paypal (PREFERRED\; gyork at tdsdotnet) or check (Email me-glyork@pm.me). If you prefer a private s ite\, contact campground directly (280 Waterman Beach Rd\, South Thomasto n\, ME 04858 Phone: (207) 594-7546).You must E-sign the NSPN liability w aiver for the current paddling season\, found HERE.When you RSVP\, please send me a private E address for group correspondence.Link to album of our previous outing 10 years ago HEREPLEASE DO NOT RSVP UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT Y OUR PAYMENT FOR GROUP SITE ONLY. You will receive full refund for your t rip only if you cancel before 9 PM. on August 16\, OR CHOOSE TO DONATE (AN Y AMOUNT) TO ELLIE /LOBSTER BUOY CAMPSITES. DTSTART:20250823T130000Z DTEND:20250825T163000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rockport - Granite Pier to Salt Island and more DTSTAMP:20250801T111806Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1557-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Rockport - Granite Pier to Salt Island and moreLooking like Saturday is shaping up to be a great day to be on the water.Please see the info in the Trip Planning Forum (link below) for more info - respond ther e or send a PMhttps://www.nspn.org/forums/topic/15993-rockport-saturday-au g-2/ DTSTART:20250802T131500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Odiorne DTSTAMP:20250725T133150Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1556-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jody Harris":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 28\, launching from Odiorne. Meet at 9:30\, la unch at 10:00. Low tide: 8:16\, high tide 2:33. Temps in the mid 70's\, wi nd 5-10 kts\, seas calm. Should be a beautiful day to paddle the inner har bor. PM me if you're interested! DTSTART:20250728T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fort Stark DTSTAMP:20250725T110702Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1555-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Looks like easy conditions. Route will be determined by part icipants at the put in.Do not sign up here. This trip is arranged by group pm. Message me if you want to be on that group pm. DTSTART:20250726T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250721T014508Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1553-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming.Rick and I will both be gone this week\, back next we ek. DTSTART:20250731T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250721T014622Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1554-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250807T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:York Harbor to Wood Island & Back DTSTAMP:20250721T003359Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1552-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Last Minute PaddleYork Harbor to Wood Island &\; BackRoun d Trip - @13NMWaves\, Wind\, Weather\, and Tide all look good for a paddle starting at York Harbor heading south to Wood Island\, returning the same way. Numerous spots to stop and stretch the legs as needed and/or stop fo r lunch/snacks.We are thinking of launching at high/slack tide and returni ng at low/slack tide - casual pace in order to arrive back at low/slack ti de.Arriving at 9:30 AMLaunch at 10 AMExpected return by 4 PM ishHigh Tide is at 9:37 AMLow Tide is at 3:37 PMMarine Forecast as of 7PM Sunday:Tuesda y - Variable winds 5 kt or less. Sunny. Seas around 1 ft.If you are intere sted in joining us\, send a PM - can not view/respond to comments on calen dar. All discussion or changes is via PM or in Trip Planning Forum DTSTART:20250722T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday \"Something\" Paddle @ Fishermans Beach\, Swampscot t DTSTAMP:20250714T190725Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1551-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:A \"Something\" is a flexible paddle designed for any and al l club members with no prescribed skill level. Our only goal is to have fu n together safely! We will determine the route\, distance and activities t o fit the interests\, comfort level and appetite for challenge of folks wh o come. All you need is basic equipment in safe working condition. That me ans a sea kayak with full deck lines and bulkheads\, spray skirt\, dress f or immersion. Please bring a helmet if you want to play in rocks or surf.P lease arrive at Fisherman’s Beach in Swampscott no later than 8:30 am fo r a 9 am launch. Parking is free so it does fill up quickly on a nice morn ing!The \"Forecast For Something\" as we call it: light winds\, lower humi dity and air temps in the low 70s. It's far enough out that it could chang e\, so monitor it on Windy (compare the ECMWF\, GFS and NAM models) or NOA A. High 6:31 am\, Low 12:33 pm—falling through most of the trip.This pad dle is now full BUT please add your name to the waitlist if you want to co me—there are often cancellations! https://forms.gle/pUxNwaMmt6RZ8v6X7\nI ask that you not RSVP or post a response here as I don't monitor this pag e\, I only go by the form submissions. If the trip fills up the form will become a waitlist.PM me if you have any questions! DTSTART:20250719T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250711T154021Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1550-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250724T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kettle Cove (Magnolia Beach) to Bakers Island DTSTAMP:20250710T182106Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1549-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bolonsky Adam":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Floating Trails linkApprox. 10 NM round-trip to Bakers Islan d from Magnolia Beach\, Gloucester. Paddle to Bakers Island with the inten tion of spending an hour or more there after landing. Appox.1.5 hrs each w ay over mostly open water including crossing the often busy Salem Sound Ch annel entrance (aka Stinkpot Alley) just off Bakers. The island is worth m ore than a cursory lunch stop. There's ten acres to explore and Adirondack chairs on the east bluff.Parking at Magnolia Beach is Gloucester resident s-only but after offloading at the asphalt ramp there's plenty of parking a five-minute walk at the fire station or the variety store. We'll pass Ke ttle Island and will likely see local kids jumping off the railings at Mag nolia Pier. Kettle is home to hundreds of snowy egrets who fly to the inla nd marshes to feed and its stony beach is littered with well-worn beachgla ss.Keep in mind there are no bailouts coming or going to Bakers other than the Misery Islands off Manchester or the handful of Manchester beaches\, both private and public\, west of Coolidge Point. The cobble landing at Ba kers is a little steep. If there's surge or waves we'll need to use the pi tcher-catcher system to get everyone to land: strongest paddler (catcher) lands first to assist those who need help landing. Upon departing\, second -strongest paddler (catcher) launches first to assist paddlers the stronge st paddler (pitcher) helps launch from Bakers before finally launching on his or her own. With teamwork we can get this done.I'd post the Manchester put-in to reduce distances but the Manchester put-in can result in a park ing ticket. DTSTART:20250713T173000Z DTEND:20250713T223000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Bolonsky Adam";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:\"Sunday Something\" Paddle: Rockport Granite Pier DTSTAMP:20250703T112920Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1545-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:NOTE: TRIP IS NOW FULL. ADD YOURSELF TO WAITLIST BY REGISTER ING.A \"Something\" is a flexible paddle designed for any and all club mem bers with no prescribed skill level. Our only goal is to have fun together safely! We will determine the route\, distance and activities to fit the interests\, comfort level and appetite for challenge of folks who come. Al l you need is basic equipment in safe working condition. That means a sea kayak with full deck lines and bulkheads\, spray skirt\, dress for immersi on. Please bring a helmet if you want to play in rocks or surf.NOTE CHANGE D LOCATION AND TIME: this paddle is out of Rockport Granite Pier (see map below for location). Please arrive no later than 8:00 am for a 8:30 am lau nch. Yes\, I know this is early: I am pushing this paddle one hour earlier than the usual Something to avoid the holiday weekend traffic to Cape Ann beaches and marinas.The Granite Pier Drill: Parking is $10\, cash only. U nload boat and gear in small lower lot adjacent to ramp\, leave your stuff to one side of ramp\, pay\, and park on upper level.The Something forecas t calls for hot and sunny weather. In Rockport we can hope for 80 instead of the 90s forecast elsewhere. calls for mild conditions and partial sun. Southwest wind around 12 kt\, so it will be windy. Swell not much to speak of but some chop will likely develop later in the day. HW 8:54am\, LW 2:4 1pm.Please register for the waitlist here: https://forms.gle/HtJRaeZJtRDC2 JWK9\nPM me if you have any questions!Special July 4 Offer: if you can onl y make Saturday\, PM me as I will likely be doing something out of Swampsc ott.Registered:Joe Berkovitz (organizer)Dana SigallPrudence BaxterMike Hab ichVladimir GershtBritta MagnusonWilliam DoucetLiz Neumeier DTSTART:20250706T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fort Stark to Rye Harbor DTSTAMP:20250629T235917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1544-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Fort Stark\, 211 Wildrose Lane\, New Castle\, NH 03854 (park ing is free &\; porta-potty available)LAUNCH AT 9:30 AM\, ARRIVE EARLY ENOUGH TO BE READY FOR LAUNCH TIME.Sea Kayaks of 14 feet or longer require d\, along with a spray skirt\, PFD\, tow belt\, sun screen\, a hat (helmet req. for rock play)\, water\, food\, appropriate clothing for weather/wat er temperature and radio if you have one. If I have never paddled with you \, pls send me a message.Please complete the float plan below.https://form s.gle/KXYqmPM5fg3wUhLo9 DTSTART:20250702T133000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:York Harbor June 30 2025 DTSTAMP:20250629T213243Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1543-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Short notice trip out of York Harbor. Currents are favorable both out and in. Because of the short time a paper signup will be provide d at the launch. DTSTART:20250630T143000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A \"Welcome to Summer\" Club Paddle (CANCELLED\, to be resch eduled!!!) DTSTAMP:20250406T163750Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1517-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Hello Fellow Members\,Warm weather is finally here! At this event all paddling levels are welcome and will be accommodated accordingly . Folks should Arrive at 9:00 am for a 10 am Launch. Our launch location i s Odiorne State Park Boat Ramp. 570 Ocean Blvd\, Rye\, NH. A \"Rain\" date for this event if needed\, and if possible\, will be the following day\, Sunday 6/29/25.Register on the Google form to enter your contact info\, an d confirm your attendance below too to let other folks know you'll be ther e.Parking at Odiorne Point State Park can be reserved 30 days in advance. Visitors can purchase day-use passes online through the NH State Parks web site or ReserveAmerica. Please make a parking reservation\, as walk-in req uests for parking on the day are unreliable during summer months.Low Tide 8:05 am\, High Tide 2:26 pm. We will be launching 2 hours after low tide s o there should be enough water at the ramp to avoid the worst of the muck and we'll have even more water upon return!We will be watching the weather for route options and will have more info as we get close to the event da te.I hope to see you there!Your Prez\, Sue DTSTART:20250628T130000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="RMAF";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dwman53";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="SueM";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Something Paddle - Fisherman's Beach\, Swampscott DTSTAMP:20250626T203723Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1542-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This is a flexible paddle designed for any and all club memb ers! There is no prescribed skill level. The goal is to have fun together safely in an area that has much to offer paddlers. We will determine the r oute\, distance and activities to fit the interests\, comfort level and ap petite for challenge of folks who come. All you need is basic equipment in safe working condition. That means a sea kayak with full deck lines and b ulkheads\, spray skirt\, dress for immersion. Please bring a helmet if you want to play in rocks or surf.Arrive at Fishermans Beach\, Swampscott at 9:00 am for a 9:30 am launch. Fishermans Beach is located on Humphrey Stre et in \"downtown\" Swampscott. There is no fee for parking. Google maps li nk: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wPgt3dTDntR8KBv27The current forecast calls fo r mild conditions and partial sun. Maybe some fog early in the day. West w ind <\; 10 kt. Waves 1 feet. Air around 70 F\, water 60F.Lynn\, Lynn Har bor Tides:\n09:03 am low -0.28'\n03:22 pm high 9.22'Please register here: https://forms.gle/G83qgPmv2yDCs2UE8This trip will have a limited number of participants to avoid too much parking impact.Floating Trails link: https ://floatingtrails.com/42.46108/-70.90181/13?m.0.ll=42.46627+-70.90714&\ ;t=y&\;d=202505141700Z&\;r.0.ll=42.66470+-70.72359_42.66073+-70.7297 2&\;b=rnc&\;la=n&\;du=n&\;cm=n&\;fr=nPrintable PDF chart of the area: https://content.floatingtrails.com/maps/marine/MA-Marblehead-Sw ampscott.pdfPlease PM me if you have any questions! DTSTART:20250629T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250624T144202Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1541-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250717T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250622T180252Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1540-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250710T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250622T180202Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1539-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250703T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lane's Cove Beat the Heat Paddle DTSTAMP:20250622T172853Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1538-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="prudenceb":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:It's gonna be a hot one\, so let's paddle! I'm proposing lau nch by 9 am (meaning arrive early enough to get organized to be on the wat er by then) at Lane's Cove\, Gloucester boat launch. I'm limiting to 6-7 p eople\, and already five spots taken (me\, Bill D\, Fred G\, Dana S and Su e H) so room for 1-2 more.The usual requirements: boats with bulkheads and decklines\; you with pfd\, sprayskirt and sufficient clothing to be in wa ter in case of capsize. The air will be toasty\, the water not so much.I'm proposing paddle from Lane's to past Halibut Point\, then turn around and end up at the little white sand beach by the lighthouse on the Annisquam River…then back to Lane's.Please PM me float plan info: your name\, emai l\, cell\, econtact name and cell\, car and boat info.If I haven't paddled with you with you before please PM me so we can introduce ourselves!Prude nce DTSTART:20250624T130000Z ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tuesday June 24 Lane's Cove Beat the Heat Paddle DTSTAMP:20250622T170253Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1537-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="prudenceb":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:It's gonna be a hot one\, so let's paddle! I'm proposing LAU NCH out of Lane’s Cove in Gloucester by 9 am at latest. Meaning be at th e boat launch parking lot with sufficient time to get ready for 9 am launc h. We'll likely head up to Halibut Point and beyond\, then turn around an d head to Annisquam River for lunch on the little white beach by the light house. Already have five people (me plus Bill D\, Sue H\, Fred G\, Dana S) so room for one or two more. Please send me PM with your float plan info - your cell\, e contact\, car\, boat type.Usual things required: boats wit h bulkheads\, decklines\; you with pfd\, sprayskirt and sufficient clothin g to be ok in the water if you capsize. Air will be super toasty\, water will not.If we haven't paddled together before\, please PM me so we can in troduce ourselves. Prudence DTSTART:20250622T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Something Paddle: Fishermans Beach\, Swampscott DTSTAMP:20250617T201055Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1534-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Paddle is full—register for the waitlist below.(I said thi s paddle series would be on Sundays. But this weekend\, Saturday looks lik e the better weather. So Saturday it is\, for now.)This is a very flexible paddle designed for any and all club members! There is no prescribed skil l level. The goal is to have fun together safely in an area that has much to offer paddlers. We will determine the route\, distance and activities t o fit the interests\, comfort level and appetite for challenge of folks wh o come. All you need is basic equipment in safe working condition. That me ans a sea kayak with full deck lines and bulkheads\, spray skirt\, dress f or immersion. Please bring a helmet if you want to play in rocks or surf.A rrive at Fishermans Beach\, Swampscott at 9:00 am for a 9:30 am launch. Fi shermans Beach is located on Humphrey Street in \"downtown\" Swampscott. T here is no fee for parking. Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wPgt 3dTDntR8KBv27The current forecast calls for mild and sunny conditions with a fairly calm sea state. Variable winds <\; 10 kt. Waves 1-2 feet. Air and water around 60 F. HW 7:57am\, LW 1:58 pm.Please register for the wait list here: https://forms.gle/HYH2HQsp3VKQdRom6This trip will have a limite d number of participants to avoid too much parking impact.Floating Trails link: https://floatingtrails.com/42.46108/-70.90181/13?m.0.ll=42.46627+-70 .90714&\;t=y&\;d=202505141700Z&\;r.0.ll=42.66470+-70.72359_42.660 73+-70.72972&\;b=rnc&\;la=n&\;du=n&\;cm=n&\;fr=nPrintable P DF chart of the area: https://content.floatingtrails.com/maps/marine/MA-Ma rblehead-Swampscott.pdfPlease PM me if you have any questions! DTSTART:20250621T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Anything Paddle Fishermans Beach\, Swampscott DTSTAMP:20250611T170902Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1533-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This event is full. You can register to join the waitlist.Th is is the first in a series of paddles to come on Sunday mornings this sum mer\, when I'm available.Arrive at Fishermans Beach\, Swampscott at 8:30 a m on Sunday for a 9 am launch.  We will determine the route and distance to fit the interests and comfort level of folks who come. There is no pres cribed skill level for this paddle\, but as always note the weather and co nditions. Due to the sustained NE breeze over the weekend we may see a bit of choppy water. Likely some drizzle at the start and mix of overcast/sun . Wind NE at 8-10 kt. Waves 2-3 feet\, some mix of swell and wind waves. A ir in the upper 50s\, water the same. Low water around 9 pm\, High around 3 pm.Usual requirements:  sea kayak with full deck lines and bulkheads\, spray skirt\, dress for immersion\, and bring a helmet if you want to go n ear the rocks. We have some of those around here.Please register for the w aitlist here: https://forms.gle/EWnByUnP2fjRXNX67Fishermans Beach is locat ed on Humphrey Street in \"downtown\" Swampscott. There is no fee for park ing. Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wPgt3dTDntR8KBv27This trip will be limited to 6 participants to avoid too much parking impact.Floatin g Trails link: https://floatingtrails.com/42.46108/-70.90181/13?m.0.ll=42. 46627+-70.90714&\;t=y&\;d=202505141700Z&\;r.0.ll=42.66470+-70.723 59_42.66073+-70.72972&\;b=rnc&\;la=n&\;du=n&\;cm=n&\;fr=nPr intable PDF chart of the area: https://content.floatingtrails.com/maps/mar ine/MA-Marblehead-Swampscott.pdfPlease PM me if you have any questions! DTSTART:20250615T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle from Fort Stark\, Little Harbor\, NH DTSTAMP:20250608T192118Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1532-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick Goodman":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:The plan is to LAUNCH around 11:00 AM from Fort Stark\, head out of Little Harbor\, then have some fun. Please arrive at 10:30 or earl ier for the 11:00 launch. Bring your lunch\, we will stop somewhere to eat it.This is a joint event with AMC New Hampshire Chapter. All participants should register on the AMC site\, https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-ac tivity/a5UUN000001GN3J2AW/act00014195.Sea kayaks with full deck lines and bulkheads\, PFD's\, spray skirts required. Helmets required if you plan to go near the rocks. Dress for immersion in water temperatures in the low 5 0's\; dry suit or wetsuit required.The prediction as of Sunday\, June 8\, is for 8-12 kt west winds\, 2 ft waves. 65-70 degree air temperature\, par tly sunny.Link to the state's description of Fort Stark: https://www.nhsta teparks.org/find-parks-trails/fort-stark-state-historic-siteHere is a Goog le Map's link to Fort Stark: https://goo.gl/maps/5na2U28B6q3pEy1AATrip org anizers: Bill Voss and Fred Goodman DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250611 ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250605T135837Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1531-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250626T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="SueM";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250603T125955Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1529-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250619T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250603T125413Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1528-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming. DTSTART:20250612T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Portsmouth - Fort Stark DTSTAMP:20250605T132823Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1530-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bob H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Portsmouth - Fort StarkTentative Plan:Paddling from Fort Sta rkDetails:9:30 AM Arrival - 10:00 AM LaunchRelaxed paddle @ 10 - 12 NM'sPo ssible routes include along coast to Brave Boat Harbor - along Coast to Ry e Harbor - heading up river exploring Naval Shipyard Pepperell Cove - expl oring Little HarborActual conditions and participants at launch will dicta te paddle planSend a PM with Cell #\, Car/Boat info\, if interested in joi ning to work out details - will provide any last minute changes via text m essages\n.Comments/Questions - please see post in NSPN Trip/Event planning forum. DTSTART:20250608T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20250603T124348Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1527-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5 pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, f alling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immers ion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruis es from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) and head nort h\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees. Sign up be low if you're coming\, or just show up. DTSTART:20250605T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Two-day Greenland Paddling and Rolling Workshop on the North Shore DTSTAMP:20250514T185052Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1525-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Vladimir Gersht":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Cheri Perry and her partner Turner of Kayak Ways will be con ducting a two-day workshop on Greenland Paddling and Rolling techniques on June 28-29\, in Beverly\, MA (Dane Street Beach).I took this workshop las t year and it was absolutely awesome\, they are both are very knowledgeabl e Greenland paddlers (Turner is working with Gearlab people on their paddl e designs\, among other things) as well as excellent coaches. I learned a lot\, and wanted to repeat it\, so I asked Cheri and Turner to bring the w orkshop to the North Shore this summer\, so both myself and other NSPN mem bers could learn more about this.THE PARTICIPATION IS LIMITED TO 8 PEOPLE AND THE PRICE IS $495 PER PARTICIPANT (that includes a substantial fee tha t needs to be paid to Beverly Recreation Department for using their facili ties). The Workshop will run from 8:30 to 4:30 on both days. In my opinion \, this workshop is well worth the price.Please respond in comments if you are interested in attending or have any questions about this workshop\, a lternatively you could reach directly to Cheri Perry at cheri@kayakways.ne tThank you\,V.Hi Everyone - the event is being cancelled due to too few pe ople signing up. Cheri and Turner will try to bring this workshop to the N orth Shore again the next season. If you would like to take it this season \, they are giving a workshop in Portland\, Maine onthe weekend of 14-15 t h of June\, please reach out to Cheri for signup directions.. DTSTART:20250628T123000Z DTEND:20250629T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:First Wednesday Lunch Paddle of 2025\, West Beach DTSTAMP:20250524T133328Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1526-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick Goodman":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Meet at West Beach at 9:30 for a 10 am launch\, for the firs t WLP of 2025. The forecast (as of 5/24) is for light southerly winds\, fl at conditions and high temperatures in the low 70's. High tide at 1 pm. Wa ter temperatures are still in the low 50's\, Sea kayaks with bulkheads and full deck lines\, spray skirts and PFD's required\, and dress for immersi on in still seriously cold water. Helmets required if you plan to get near the rocks. Limit of 10 participants. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/ADxP wtZZnqj3LGef7\, and please RSVP on this calendar entry as well. DTSTART:20250528T133000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTSKW On-the-Water Event (Volunteers Needed !) DTSTAMP:20250512T151816Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1524-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Gather &\; Launch location:Long Wharf Landing\, 113 Atlan tic St\, Gloucester\, MA 01930Participants from New to Sea Kayak Workshop on 5/31/25 will be given the opportunity to get in a sea kayak provided by North Shore Adventures. NSPN volunteers will support workshop attendees i n learning some basics\, for example\, how to do a wet exit\, how to maint ain balance\, properties of the forward stroke\, turning and reversing a k ayak. Assisted rescue demonstrations and practice will be conducted. And i f time allows a short paddle in Jones River.NSPN volunteers please send me a message (Sue H.) indicating you will be there ! The Board and I really need your help to make this event safe and enjoyable for NTSKW attendees . Your role would be to support one or two paddlers in the activities outli ned above. It would be most helpful if you arrived at 8:30 to get your kit and boat ready before participants arrive at 9:00 am. HT is at 9:36 am on the day.Thanks and Cheers ! Sue DTSTART:20250607T130000Z DTEND:20250607T170000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Peter Lowrey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Gregory Spurr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Another Odiorne trip DTSTAMP:20250510T120722Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1523-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Conditions look easy. Let's paddle. DTSTART:20250513T140000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Peter Lowrey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New to Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20250214T192433Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1512-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:NSPN will be holding its annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop at Camp Paradise\, 44 Cole St\, Beverly\, MA 01915.  Although we won't b e getting on-the-water for this workshop\, we'll follow-up with paddling o pportunities for attendees. This event is designed for a wide audience\, f rom those who have never paddled any kind of boat\, to others who may have paddled their own boat or rentals in calm locations\, or white water padd lers.  Regardless of your experience\, if you are interested in knowing m ore about sea kayaking\, this is a great opportunity.  At the workshop\, we will give a general overview of sea kayaking\, look at boat options\, p addles\, other essential gear\, clothing\, and more. This workshop is fre e and open to the general public\, NSPN membership is not required\, but f or those who want to join the club\, cost is $15 for 12 months. Please ar rive at 9:30 so you can be in the building and seated by 10:00.Presentatio ns will begin promptly at 10:00 am.A free lunch will be provided if you re gister online in advance or arrive at 9:30 to register in person the morni ng of the event.The event will end around 2:30-3:00 pm.Questions - Email N TSKW@NSPN.ORG Registration - NSPN New to Sea Kayaking WorkshopInteractive Presentation includes:What is sea kayaking &\; making the transition f rom ponds\, small lakes &\; other calm water locations. Choosing a kay ak that fits the type of paddling you plan to do most of the time. A range of boat styles will be available to compare and test sit.Like kayaks\, pa ddles come in different styles and have related functions. A range of padd les will be available to compare and hold.Other essential gear\, PFDs\, sp ray skirts &\; communication devices.Kayak specific clothing and why yo u’ll want to wear it.Before you get on-the-water: weather considerations \, chart use\, general route &\; paddling capacities. (Info in a handou t).NSPN club membership &\; benefits (Info in a handout).Methods of car rying\, lifting and transporting kayaks demonstrated by NSPN volunteers. DTSTART:20250531T133000Z DTEND:20250531T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Zoom Show-and-Tell: Paddling NW Vancouver Island\, August 20 24 DTSTAMP:20250228T022837Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1515-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Please join myself and Dan Carr at 7 pm on Zoom\, for some t ales\, pictures and conversation about our paddle last year on beautiful V ancouver Island in British Columbia! Joined by Janet Lorang and Steve Less ard\, with the incomparable Justine Curgenven as guide\, we had quite the time and learned a lot about a part of the world that was very new to us.T he Zoom link for this event is here. DTSTART:20250424T230000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dabend";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Richard Blais";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephen Lessard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:11th Annual NSPN Paddle Retreat\, Bar Harbor\, ME DTSTAMP:20250407T150024Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1519-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:This 4 day event will be in its 11th year and is designed fo r NSPN folks to gather\, socialize\, and paddle in the Mount Desert Island area of downeast Maine.\nThis year’s retreat will be from Thursday afte rnoon Sept. 11th to Sunday afternoon Sept.14th\, with group paddles each day on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday.  Most people travel &\; arrive on Thursday afternoon or evening\, and depart on Sunday afternoon. But some arrive sooner and leave later\, and there will be an option for a Thursday paddle or other activity. Some participants also take days off from paddl ing for bicycling or hiking on the trails of Acadia National Park. \nOur base of operations will be at Rose Eden Cottages\, a cottage resort with some 12 cabins between the Narrows and the town of Bar Harbor Bar Harbor\, near Hadley Point.  We can gather at Rose Eden for car caravans to launc h sites\, and in the evening to socialize and plan next day’s trips.  \nFor those who plan to stay elsewhere\, there is a wide variety of accomm odations in the area\, including nearby campgrounds which have been popula r.\nAccommodations are on your own. Make your own arrangements (includin g reservations\, cancellations deposits \, etc) for your entire stay durin g this event. You are encouraged to make reservations (at Rose Eden or els ewhere) as far in advance as possible.\nEach day’s paddle trips planned the previous day\, usually by some sort of meeting at Rose Eden or nearby.  \nSome favorite destinations are: the Porcupine Islands off of Bar Harb or in Frenchman’s Bay\, the Cranberry Islands on the south side of MDI\, Bartlett Island and Sound\, and the dramatic eastern shore of the island between Bar Harbor and Seal Harbor This is a rain or shine event\, unlik ely to be canceled  since there’s usually some place to paddle around MDI in all but harshest conditions\, an­d there are many other activities in the area as an alternative. It’s a good event to bring family member s who\n\nIf you are interested in attending\, please RSVP ( check \" I’m going\") here in the Calendar Posting\nA Group PM with all participants will start a few months before the event \, for information sharing\,  planning and communication.\nIf you have any questions: contact  Peter B rady (PeterB on the message board)  by PM on the message board\, or reply here.   \n\n\n4. Friday Sutton!!.pdfSunday 5!JPG.pdf DTSTART:20250911T210000Z DTEND:20250914T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="LindaK";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Betty";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dee Dee C";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rebecca pineault";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="RMAF";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Roberta CULLINAN";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Charlie Cullinan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Debra Hodgkins";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Anne Waymouth";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Michael Rounds";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dalerks";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop- part 2: rescue practice DTSTAMP:20250412T175307Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1521-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Part 2 of our Cold Water Workshop will involve skills releva nt to cold water paddling and rescue practice. Please dress for immersion\ ; drysuits required. If you do not have appropriate head gear and gloves\, please reach out to Bob or me for possible loans. Location will be in Glo ucester. We will meet at 10:30am for a 11:15/11:30am launch then plan to b e off the water by approximately 2pm. Please indicate if you are willing t o be an assistant leader\, if that is needed. Attendance at Part 1 of the Cold Water Workshop is not a prerequisite. Be sure to RSVP on the Calendar so we can add you to the PM thread with details. Thank you! DTSTART:20250421T143000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Edward Bullock";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Easy Paddle from Odiorne DTSTAMP:20250420T212503Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1522-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Predicted conditions look pretty easy. We will launch at 10a m from Odiorne and take time to play along the New Castle coast. It won't be much with 1' long period swell but with 42 degree water we don't need t oo much excitement. From there we'll cross to Wood Island to see what prog ress has been made there. Sam Reid of the Wood Island Life Saving Station says he'll be there doing some work and we're always welcome. We'll decide where to head from there\, cold weather rescue practice is possible. The only bad thing we can't probably avoid is a low tide landing at Odiorne. I will be bringing a few jugs of rinse water as it will likely be a muddy e nding. Let me know if you'd like to join and I'll start a group message fo r planning. DTSTART:20250424T140000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Annual \"Stone Soup\" Dryland kayak gathering in Portlan d\, Maine! DTSTAMP:20250410T014621Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1520-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Herlihy":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Courtesy post from SMSKN:SMSKN is holding its 3rd Annual \"S tone Soup\" Kayak Gathering ... (Link to Meetup event here)Stone Soup is a dryland\, \"kick-off\" party\, social gathering\, skill sharing\, and boa t/gear sale/swap to get the season started! This is a low-stress\, low-key event for kayakers of ALL experience levels to come together\, meet new f riends\, and talk about all things ocean kayaking.Do you consider yourself very experienced\, and just want to expand your circle of paddling friend s?Are you relatively new to the sport and would like to meet new people an d ask questions?Are you just now considering the sport and wondering where to start?Do you have a particular part of the sport that you are passiona te about and would like to share with others?Do you have an ocean kayak yo u would like to sell? Or\, some used gear?Are you LOOKING for a new / used ocean kayak and are interested in trying out a bunch in one location?Come join us Saturday morning\, May 17\, from 8AM till noon.We are having it a t Payson Park in Portland\, on the triangle over-looking the Back Cove.The re two parts to Stone Soup:Knowledge &\; experience share: This is oppo rtunity for members to share a display\, gear\, or some such skill they ar e passionate about with the larger community. (We need volunteers to consi der putting together a little static display or something like that ... th ing something like a science fair presentation.)Gear / Boat swap or sale: It's a great opportunity if you have a boat or gear you're looking to sell . Or\, if you're looking for a new boat! Have gear you're not using?In the spirit of the \"Stone Soup\" parable\, SMSKN provides the cooking pot\, a nd everyone contributes to provide the ingredients.Please reach out to Joe Herlihy (joegkayak@gmail.com) if you are able to help with some very ligh t \"day-of\" coordination. We definitely need folks to consider bringing t heir boats and gear to \"lay-it-all-out\" so we can discuss and swap stori es and knowledge.Look forward to seeing you all at the THIRD Annual SMSKN Stone Soup Kayak Gathering! DTSTART:20250517T120000Z DTEND:20250517T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kayaking Trip Fundamentals: An On-The-Water Workshop\, with Todd Johnstone-Wright DTSTAMP:20250221T000033Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1513-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Instructor:  Todd Johnstone-Wright\, Synaptic Sports LLC ( see Todd’s Bio here:   http://www.pinnipedkayak.com/aca-bcu-sea-kayak -instructors)Assistant:   Lorrie Allen\, NSPN Member and BC Sea Leader This workshop is for NSPN members only and will take place in moderate ope n ocean conditions\, at a to-be-determined North Shore location.  The fo cus will be on refining skills needed to lead\, and co-lead\, day and multi-day sea kayaking adventures.  Refine is the key word here\, this i s not an introductory workshop to teach basic skills from scratch\, and i t is not for highly advanced and credentialed paddlers either (for exampl e BC Sea Leaders or ACA Leaders).  Most NSPN paddlers are somewhere in- between.  Paddlers comfortable in Level 3 conditions are the target group \, see NSPN’s Trip Levels here (https://www.nspn.org/trip-levels/). A r eliable roll is not required to participate or a formal class in rescues\, yet basic practice &\; experience with rescues is expected. Areas to be covered over the 2 days are:                1). Personal Padd ling Skills On-The-FlyWoven into the overall workshop is the practice and review of personal kayaking skills.  The efficient use of these skills i n moderate sea states are essential to enjoy a day on the water and someti mes are critical to the overall safety of individuals and the group.2).   Awareness On-The-WaterApplying boating rules &\; etiquette\, identify ing bail out locations and more.3). Safety and the  EnvironmentMonitori ng &\; observing the environment (what does that mean?)Noticing water f eatures and hazards (what do we do with this info?)How to change the day ’s plan when changes happen in the environment\, or in the condition of a paddler or the pod.4). Safety Continued: Transitioning to Leadership P rincipals &\; Group SkillsWhat are the principles of leadership on the water?  What people management skills are helpful?How does one encourage judgement and decision-making in a paddling group?How does one promote gro up safety and welfare through awareness of other group members?5).  Inci dent ManagementLearning what to do when things go south.  Practice incid ent management scenarios to include various rescue skills as appropriate t o the situation\, and different methods of supporting\, transporting and t owing an impaired paddler or impaired boat. $$$ The Cost:  NSPN is off ering this 2 day event for a fee of $175.  It gets even better… part icipants in this emerging leadership workshop may qualify for $150 r eimbursement under our Leadership Training Fund\, ( https://www.nspn.org/ leadership-training-fund/ )\, if the person fulfills the post workshop re quirements. The skinny is\, if you subsequently post 3 club trips (don’ t be shy to ask for help or to recruit a co-initiator) and write up the as sociated trip reports\, you will be reimbursed $150.  Note: parking fees may apply depending on the venue.The Sign Up Process :Participants are e xpected to have sufficient boat handling skills\, applying them in a varie ty of moderate conditions.  The first step in the sign-up process is to e mail the Board of Directors here (nspnboard@nspn.org).  Applicant’s lev el will be screened to insure they meet the criteria noted in the text abo ve\, and if so they will be added to a list in the order received by the B oard.  There are only 10 applicant spaces\, so a wait list may be needed .  Applicants screened-in will be notified and their space secured once p ayment has been received.  Daily locations to be determined in the days b efore the event and participants will be provided with details by email at that time. DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop Swampscott\, MA DTSTAMP:20250131T212126Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1509-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Bob Levine and I will present this year's workshop at the Sw ampscott Public Library\, 61 Burrill St\, in the upstairs meeting room. St reet parking only. 10 am- 12:30 pm will be an indoor discussion. Food and beverages are allowed in the room. Unfortunately\, the on-the-water resc ue portion will need to be POSTPONED to a later date due to deteriorating weather/ocean conditions.Trip report from last year's workshop: https://ww w.nspn.org/forums/topic/15263-2024-cold-water-workshop/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250412 ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Britta";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Redford";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dmitri Zagidulin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Edward Bullock";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:West Beach Fish Run DTSTAMP:20250407T140406Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1518-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Following my shopping trip to Neptune's Harvest I will be la unching from West Beach at 1030am Thursday. Please let me know if you'd li ke to join. I will be starting a group message and providing a sign-up/flo atplan. DTSTART:20250410T143000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trip Planning Workshop DTSTAMP:20250201T142256Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1510-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Joe Berkovitz\, this 1-day interactive worksh op gives participants the chance to plan several paddling trips in unfamil iar areas. Participants will engage in basic chart reading\, simple naviga tion\, tidal planning and weather/sea state predictions. Emphasis will be on basic information gathering\, route selection and trip organization/com munication\, with a focus on practice rather than theory.The work will be carried out in small breakout groups in morning and afternoon\, with hands -on instructor support offered throughout. Groups will document their plan s on paper or using online resources\, and will have the chance to share t heir work with the entire class. Joe will begin the session with a walkthr ough of planning a simple trip\, using FloatingTrails as an aid to informa tion gathering.This workshop is open to anyone who wants to learn about pl anning a safe sea kayak trip. There are no prerequisites\, and there will be no assigned homework or exercises. Folks should bring their laptops or other means to connect to the internet and nautical charts.Please bring a laptop or tablet computer to the event. Coffee and tea to be provided\, pa rticipants need to bring their own lunch.The event is now full. You may re quest a place on the waitlist by following this link:https://forms.gle/m84 So7Asc9BsnQG76 DTSTART:20250329T123000Z DTEND:20250329T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Winter Party & Surfski Presentation by Matt Drayer DTSTAMP:20250109T165921Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1507-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Come One and All to enjoy a Sunday afternoon with fellow pad dlers and friends.  Let's revel in the joy of past paddles and paddles to come!  Our own Matt Drayer to give a Surfski presentation\, sharing his expertise and experiences\, and answering your questions regarding all thi ngs Surfski!This is a pot-luck event\, so show off your cooking skills!   The Club will provide coffee\, tea and sparkling water\, cups\, bowls \, plates\, utensils and napkins.  Members to bring a food item to shar e.  If you are so inclined\, indicate in the comments below what you plan to bring\, for example\, appetizer\, main dish\, side dish\, dessert.  A lcoholic beverages are not allowed on the premises.  There is ample off s treet parking along and beyond the split rail fence.When folks arrive at n oon\, tables and chairs will need to be set up.  There are outlets for cr ock pots and a full kitchen\, so reheating previously prepared foods and c lean up will be a breeze.  We will need to start cleaning up no latter th an 3:30 in order to honor our contract and leave everything neat and tidy by 4:00.  This includes removing all trash and recycling\, and putting aw ay the tables and chairs.Please indicate if you are going below.I'm looki ng forward to seeing you there!Cheers\, Sue DTSTART:20250309T160000Z DTEND:20250309T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Walsh";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="LindaK";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bridie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WFA with Todd Johnstone-Wright DTSTAMP:20240926T174856Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1492-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:Hello Members\,NPSN is pleased to offer a Wilderness First A id training with Todd Johnstone-Wright at the Gould Barn in Topsfield. Thi s 16 hour course is \"the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or tri p leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for short trips wit h family\, friends\, and outdoor groups.\"1  It meets requirements for AC A/BC certifications and Todd will tailor it to the interests and needs of paddlers.The course will be limited to 20 NSPN members and the cost is $23 5 each.  The format will be both whole room lecture and small experientia l learning groups\, with much of the time spent outdoors (so dress for the weather).  Registration for paid NSPN members is by payment here in our product store.  If you're not yet a member\, join here.  RSVP to this ca lendar post does not register you for the course!  If you need help with registration or payment\, email treasurer@nspn.org.Feel free to private me ssage me with any questions.Sue Hriciga\, (Sue H.) 1 - https://www.solos chools.com/training-information/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250303 ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rosalind Rosenthal";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT= ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ameera Iftekhar";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Shipp";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T204506Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1502-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2025 winter season are available to paid member s of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit ca rd .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\,  email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insura nce program. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA E vent Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up h ere and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the Paddle America Cl ubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"p aid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since th ere is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or w ork on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does n ot offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a bo at in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they a re only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot .  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolsid e) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if the y are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Please follow these instruc tions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Eve nt Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, cli ck on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Selec t Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. \n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility c loses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someo ne to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They mu st have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if requir ed.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250322T170000Z DTEND:20250322T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T204426Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1501-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2025 winter season are available to paid member s of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit ca rd .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\,  email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insura nce program. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA E vent Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up h ere and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the Paddle America Cl ubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"p aid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since th ere is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or w ork on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does n ot offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a bo at in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they a re only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot .  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolsid e) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if the y are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Please follow these instruc tions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Eve nt Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, cli ck on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Selec t Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. \n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility c loses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someo ne to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They mu st have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if requir ed.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250308T180000Z DTEND:20250308T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T204338Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1500-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2025 winter season are available to paid member s of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit ca rd .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\,  email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insura nce program. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA E vent Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up h ere and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the Paddle America Cl ubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"p aid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since th ere is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or w ork on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does n ot offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a bo at in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they a re only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot .  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolsid e) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if the y are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Please follow these instruc tions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Eve nt Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, cli ck on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Selec t Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. \n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility c loses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someo ne to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They mu st have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if requir ed.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250222T180000Z DTEND:20250222T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T204250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1499-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2025 winter season are available to paid member s of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit ca rd .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\,  email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insura nce program. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA E vent Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up h ere and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the Paddle America Cl ubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"p aid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since th ere is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or w ork on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does n ot offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a bo at in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they a re only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot .  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolsid e) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if the y are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Please follow these instruc tions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Eve nt Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, cli ck on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Selec t Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. \n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility c loses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someo ne to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They mu st have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if requir ed.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250215T180000Z DTEND:20250215T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20241220T203938Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1498-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2025 winter season are available to paid member s of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit ca rd .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\,  email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insura nce program. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA E vent Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up h ere and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the Paddle America Cl ubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"p aid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since th ere is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or w ork on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does n ot offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a bo at in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they a re only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot .  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolsid e) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if the y are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Please follow these instruc tions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Eve nt Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, cli ck on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Selec t Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. \n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility c loses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purcha se the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someo ne to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They mu st have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if requir ed.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250208T180000Z DTEND:20250208T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Woburn pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T205542Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1505-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Jam es L. McKeown Boys &\; Girls Club of Woburn for the 2025 winter season are available to paid members of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $ 30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Sto re using PayPal or credit card .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insurance program. You need to sign the online ACA Liabil ity Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay t he additional $10 ACA Event Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network fro m the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer ski lls sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.   Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are wi lling to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who ar e actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the in structor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid t he $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Plea se follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board) \n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click  Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must A dd To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add an other pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you wa nt to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unl ess the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arran gements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250118T180000Z DTEND:20250118T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Woburn pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T204745Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1503-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Jam es L. McKeown Boys &\; Girls Club of Woburn for the 2025 winter season are available to paid members of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $ 30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Sto re using PayPal or credit card .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insurance program. You need to sign the online ACA Liabil ity Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay t he additional $10 ACA Event Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network fro m the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer ski lls sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.   Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are wi lling to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who ar e actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the in structor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid t he $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Plea se follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board) \n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click  Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must A dd To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add an other pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you wa nt to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unl ess the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arran gements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250201T180000Z DTEND:20250201T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Woburn pool session DTSTAMP:20241221T205507Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1504-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Jam es L. McKeown Boys &\; Girls Club of Woburn for the 2025 winter season are available to paid members of NSPN for purchase in the Store. Cost is $ 30 for each session.  Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Sto re using PayPal or credit card .  If you have trouble with membership or purchasing a session\, email treasurer@NSPN.org\n \n\n \n We use the ACA club insurance program. You need to sign the online ACA Liabil ity Waiver here.  If you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay t he additional $10 ACA Event Fee for each session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network fro m the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer ski lls sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.   Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are wi lling to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who ar e actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the in structor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid t he $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member. \n \n\n \n Plea se follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the message board) \n \n \n Choose the pool session that you want to attend and click  Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must A dd To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would like to add an other pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #7\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you wa nt to add (you must add the $10 event fee for each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n To pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unl ess the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arran gements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session where you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20250125T180000Z DTEND:20250125T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Marine Mammal Presentation followed by a Club Discussion - 1 2/11/24 DTSTAMP:20241117T191502Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1495-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n How many times have you wondered about what creatures lur k in the depths beneath your kayak? We have all seen seals sunning themsel ves on the rocky ledges. How many species of seals live in\, or occasional ly pass through\, the Gulf of Maine? What are the most common whales passi ng through our waters?\n\n\n\n The Board of Directors invites you to join us for a Zoom presentation by a Marine Biologist from the NH Seacoast Scie nce Center’s Marine Mammal Rescue Team. The main focus of the presentati on will be Marine Mammals in the Gulf of Maine and how climate change is i mpacting life in these waters.\n\n\n\n When - Wednesday\, December 11\, 20 24 at 7:00pm\n\n\n\n Where - Anywhere you have an internet connection and can log into Zoom\n\n\n\n This presentation will be approximately 30 - 45 minutes\, with an opportunity for questions.\n\n\n\n The Marine Mammal pre sentation will be followed by an open discussion with possible topics to i nclude past and future trips\, skills sessions\, and off the water events such as seminars and social events. Bring your ideas.\n\n\n\n Sign ups for this event are open to all paid NSPN members. Please be sure to sign up o n the events calendar. You must sign up to receive the Zoom link.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Join Zoom Meeting\n\n https://us06web.zoom.us/j/827339 38760?pwd=iO3scCoQHX4PpZsMLxyoC18bbMCjmt.1\n\n\n\n Meeting ID: 827 3393 87 60\n\n Passcode: 096264\n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n One tap mobile\n\n +1646931386 0\,\,82733938760#\,\,\,\,*096264# US\n\n +19292056099\,\,82733938760#\,\,\ ,\,*096264# US (New York)\n\n\n\n ---\n\n\n\n Dial by your location\n\n • +1 646 931 3860 US\n\n • +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)\n\n • +1 30 1 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n\n • +1 305 224 1968 US\n\n • +1 309 20 5 3325 US\n\n • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n\n • +1 253 205 0468 US\ n\n • +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n\n • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n\n • +1 360 209 5623 US\n\n • +1 386 347 5053 US\n\n • +1 507 473 4847 US\n\n • +1 564 217 2000 US\n\n • +1 669 444 9171 US\n\n • +1 6 69 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n\n • +1 689 278 1000 US\n\n • +1 719 359 45 80 US\n\n\n\n Meeting ID: 827 3393 8760\n\n Passcode: 096264\n\n\n\n Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kdvINFo3lA\n\n DTSTART:20241212T000000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Walsh";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bob H";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bridie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dmitri Zagidulin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mattdrayer";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Redford";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Another LMP\, Misery Island paddle DTSTAMP:20241101T212309Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1494-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Quinlan":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Paddle leaving West Beach Sunday at 10:00 out around Mise ry &\; Little Misery Islands. Also possibly the House &\; Ram island area depending on interest and time.\n\n DTSTART:20241103T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alert ! Date Change ! Sunday 10/6/24 Club Paddle: Cape Ne ddick Oceanside Campground to Ogunquit DTSTAMP:20240929T125325Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1493-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Cape Neddick Oceanside Campground to Ogunquit\n\n\n\n Lau nching from Cape Neddick Campground\, 63 Shore Dr\, Cape Neddick\, ME 0390 2.  Meet at 9:30 am\, beach briefing at 10 and be prepared to Launch at 1 0:15 am.  Please come prepared to pay the parking fee of $10.\n\n\n\n Rem inders regarding club posted trips:\n\n\n\n 1)  Participants must be a c lub member and have signed the club wavier.  Saying you are \"going\" in calendar is not the same as registering\, but please indicate your intent ion.  \n\n\n\n Register for this event here https://forms.gle/pnM7VsYgz GwVStZu8.\n\n\n\n 2)  The usual kit needed\, an ocean kayak with bulkhead s and decklines\, a PFD\, spray skirt\, hydration\, sunscreen\, food and hat\, or helmet if you want to play in rocks.  If you have a VHF radio\, tow belt\, extra paddle and kits to repair boats and bodies\, bring them along\, but not required.  The water temp is around 57 degrees\, dependin g on where you look\, so dress for immersion\, fully dry tops with an insu lating layer and heavy neoprene pants or drysuits are your best bet.  Man y surf sites are recommending 5mm or above for wet suits at this temperatu re.  \n\n\n\n Option #1:  North to Perkins Cove (approx. 9 nautical mil es round trip).   \n\n\n\n Option #2:  North to Perkins Cove and contin ue on to Ogunquit Beach\, with possible surfing (adds an additional 2 naut ical miles\, 11 nm round trip).\n\n\n\n Option #3:  Add to either trip ab ove a short trip out to Cape Neddick Light\, 1.5 nm from the launch and th en head north toward Perkins Cove or beyond to Ogunquit Beach.\n\n\n\n  \ n\n\n\n Upon return to our launch site in the afternoon\, we will have an early dinner at the Cape Neddick Lobster Pound Restaurant.  Folks would b e responsible to pay for the dinner of their choice.  Here is the link to their menu:  https://www.capeneddicklobsterpound.com/menu\n\n\n\n As al ways\, this trip will be weather dependent\, choose “following” in tri p posting for potential updates.  As of this posting\, here is what Windy is forecasting:\n\n\n\n https://www.windy.com/43.179/-70.575/waves?43.104 \,-70.575\,11\,i:pressure\n\n\n\n Reason for change-of-date:  The Cape N eddick Lobster Pound is hosting a 50 person bus tour on Saturday evening a nd they would not be able to accommodate us all arriving at the same time.   They have requested we change the day to Sunday in order to provide us with the best experience.  Actually\, the weather forecast is better on S unday\, so hopefully this works in everyone's favor !\n\n\n\n Looking forw ard to seeing you there !   Sue\n\n DTSTART:20241006T141500Z DTEND:20241006T223000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240806T185041Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1487-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240815T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240806T185145Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1488-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240822T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marc Tetreault";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CANCELLED Camping overnight to Thacher Island in Rockport\, MA DTSTAMP:20240617T102944Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1480-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Ms. Dew":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Will reschedule for September. If interested\, reply to t he thread linked below.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240823T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:10th Annual NSPN Downeast Paddle Retreat\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, Sept. 12-15\, 2024 DTSTAMP:20231010T201430Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1425-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n    This  4 day event will be in its 10th year and is designed for NSPN folks to gather\, socialize\, and paddle in the Mount De sert Island area of downeast Maine.\n\n This year’s retreat will be fro m Thursday afternoon Sept. 12th to Sunday afternoon Sept.15th\, with gro up paddles each day on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday.  Most people travel &\; arrive on Thursday afternoon or evening\, and depart on Sunday afte rnoon. But some arrive sooner and leave later\, and there will be an optio n for a Thursday paddle or other activity. Some participants also take day s off from paddling for bicycling or hiking on the trails of Acadia Nation al Park.  \n\n Our base of operations will be at Rose Eden Cottages\, a cottage resort with some 12 cabins between the Narrows and the town of Ba r Harbor\, near Hadley Point.  We can gather at Rose Eden for car carava ns to launch sites\, and in the evening to socialize and plan next day’ s trips.  \n\n For those who plan to stay elsewhere\, there is a wide v ariety of accommodations in the area\, \n\n Accommodations are on your ow n. Make your own arrangements (including reservations\, cancellations de posits \, etc) for your entire stay during this event. You are encouraged to make reservations (at Rose Eden or elsewhere) as far in advance as poss ible\, as Bar Harbor is becoming more popular as a travel destination\, and many hotels are booked many months in advance.  \n\n For those who p lan to stay elsewhere\, there is a wide variety of accommodations in the a rea. Hadley Point Campground is a recommended camping spot: it’s  just across the road and a stones throw from Rose Eden.  \n\n   The genera l plan is to have each day’s paddle trips planned the previous day\, usu ally in some sort of meeting at Rose Eden or nearby.  \n\n Some favorite destinations are: the Porcupine Islands off of Bar Harbor in Frenchman’ s Bay\, the Cranberry Islands on the south side of MDI\, Bartlett Island a nd Sound\, and the dramatic eastern shore of MDI   between Bar Harbor and Seal Harbor .\n\n There is also a Sullivan Falls Tidal training class wit h Pinniped Kayak on Thursday timed to coincide  with this event. Most y ears several NSPN’ers have done this class  in addition to the retrea t.  \n\n This is a rain or shine event\, unlikely to be canceled  since there’s usually some place to paddle around MDI in all but the  harshe st conditions\, an­d there are many other activities in the area as an al ternative. \n\n Please  check the  trip posting in the Trips forum of the message board for more detailed information. \n\n \n\n If you are in terested in attending\, please RSVP ( check \" I’m going\") Here in the Calendar Posting \n\n A Group PM thread with all  participants will get going a few months before the event \, for information sharing\, planni ng and communication. \n\n \n\n If you have any questions (PeterB on the message board)  by PM on the message board\, or reply here.    \n\n \ n\n \n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916 ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Walsh";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Anne Waymouth";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240712T125009Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1484-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240801T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240712T125034Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1485-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240808T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Alex Ciampa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240819T150344Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1489-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240829T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#12 Lobster Buoy Car-Camping Weekend\, Inter-club event #2 w ith NSPN and SMSKN\, August 9-11\, 2024 DTSTAMP:20230825T201108Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1422-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n THIS TRIP IS NOW CLOSED\n\n\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP HERE   UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. \n\n\n\n Co me join us for this second inter-club kayak camping event with NSPN and SM SKN. Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, ga thered at the Group Site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday (or stay longer if you like). Paddling options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\ , or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not appropriate for beginners. Mini mal skills to participate include wet exit\, self and assisted rescue\, an d previous experience in ocean paddling with conditions of wind up to 15K\ , waves to 2 feet\, and crossings up to 2.0M.  I will set a limit FOR TH E GROUP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I receive payment ([$11 .50 per person + $7.25 per car]/NITE) X 1.09 (tax\; most will pay $40.88) via paypal (PREFERRED\; gyork at tdsdotnet) or check (private message me).  \n\n\n\n If you prefer a private site\, contact campground directly (28 0 Waterman Beach Rd\, South Thomaston\, ME 04858 Phone: (207) 594-7546). \n\n\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP HERE UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. \n\n\n\n You will receive full refund for your trip onl y if you cancel before 9 PM. on August 2\,  OR CHOOSE TO DONATE (ANY AMOU NT) TO ELLIE /LOBSTER BUOY CAMPSITES.\n\n\n\n Please share a private E add ress via PM\, for group communications.\n\n\n\n THIS TRIP IS NOW CLOSED\n\ n DTSTART:20240809T040000Z DTEND:20240811T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bridie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ali P";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Morning North Shore Paddle DTSTAMP:20240311T153854Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1461-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This new series of paddles provides a regular weekly oppo rtunity for members to get on the water outside of the workweek. There is no set trip level: all skill levels are welcome. Trips will be tailored ea ch week to the makeup of the group. If desired\, opportunities for skills practice will come up naturally without a set curriculum.\n\n\n\n Except w here noted\, all launches are at 8:00 am Sundays from Riverhead Beach in M arblehead (parking is $20). This is a very protected put-in with access to a wide range of paddling options from sheltered to adventurous. Typically we will return around midday. This early launch time avoids car and boat traffic\, minimizes wind conditions\, and leaves paddlers free to enjoy th e afternoon.\n\n\n\n RSVP will open up a few weeks in advance of each trip when a post will be placed in the Trips forum.\n\n DTSTART:20240707T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women's paddle: Level 2 and +. North Shore DTSTAMP:20240805T203858Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1486-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="glad":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240818T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240712T124937Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1483-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240725T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Qian Liu";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills practice session - Recoveries\, re-entries\, and gene ral out of boat shenanigans DTSTAMP:20240415T122953Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1471-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240727T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240712T124901Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1482-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240718T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Brian Russell";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Alex Ciampa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lane's Cove\, Gloucester\, 10AM Launch DTSTAMP:20240627T004303Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1481-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details and registration info here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240703T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Odiorne DTSTAMP:20240611T015536Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1479-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See posting here \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240622T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lower Ipswich River\, out to Crane's Beach DTSTAMP:20240610T212743Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1478-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Diane W":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n We will be launching from Ipswich Town Landing at 9:00 an d head towards Crane's Beach\, have lunch on the beach\, then head back.\n \n\n\n Let me know if you are interested. 3 going so far.\n\n DTSTART:20240611T130000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy B";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Morning North Shore Paddle DTSTAMP:20240311T153243Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1456-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This new series of paddles provides a regular weekly oppo rtunity for members to get on the water outside of the workweek. There is no set trip level: all skill levels are welcome. Trips will be tailored ea ch week to the makeup of the group. If desired\, opportunities for skills practice will come up naturally without a set curriculum.\n\n\n\n Except w here noted\, all launches are at 9:00 am Sundays. Typically we will return around 1 pm. The early launch time avoids car and boat traffic\, minimize s wind conditions\, and leaves paddlers free to enjoy the afternoon.\n\n\n \n RSVP will open up several days in advance of each trip\, when a post wi ll be placed in the Trips forum.\n\n\n\n Note: This trip now has a flexibl e venue\; they were originally going to be out of Riverhead but the town got greedy and raised the price too high!\n\n DTSTART:20240609T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240609T150105Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1477-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240711T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ms. Dew";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mark Thayer";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: Strokes and Techniques On The Real Ocean DTSTAMP:20240304T163759Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1454-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session with David Mercer and Joe Berkovitz is about getting your boat to do useful things in the real marine world! At the ri ght time\, in the right place. That’s what makes for successful boat han dling. Don’t we all want to know how to improve our game in that area?\n \n\n\n There will be a few aspects to the session. Which ones come into pl ay will depend on the conditions we have available to work with that day.\ n\n\n\n - We’re going to review a few fundamentals: forward\, reverse\, sweep strokes and edging. This will happen in protected water\, so not con ditions dependent.\n\n - If we have some wind\, we’ll get out into open water and look at how these techniques behave when wind is affecting your kayak. In particular we will look at ways to:\n\n\n\n \n turn upwind and downwind successfully and efficiently\n \n \n Prevent crosswinds from tur ning the boat off course\n \n\n\n\n - We’re going to introduce some addi tional families of strokes you can use (learning and practicing in protect ed water):\n\n\n\n \n Draws (pulling a part of the boat sideways)\n \n \n Prys (pushing a part of the boat sideways)\n \n \n Rudders (stopping a part of the boat from moving sideways)\n \n\n\n\n - We’ll look at how to incorporate these techniques into our paddling in real-world conditions o f wind and waves.\n\n\n\n The event will take place at Odiorne SP Boat Ram p (details below).  Please plan to arrive around 9:30 in order to be read y for a 10:00 am beach briefing\, and subsequent launch. We will be return ing to the launch between 2 - 3 pm.\n\n\n\n Location and Date:  Odiorne S tate Park Boat Ramp\, NH-1A\, Rye\, NH 03870\n\n Register using this link:  https://forms.gle/nkNXkfG8rFM3XZyC6\n\n\n\n Please make a parking reserv ation in advance at:\n\n https://www.nhstateparks.org/find-parks-trails/od iorne-point-state-park\n\n\n\n What You Need to Bring:  Kayak with bulkhe ads\, a spray skirt\, and deck lines. PFD\, paddles\, hat or helmet\, dres s for immersion\, sunscreen\, lunch\, snacks\, and water.\n\n\n\n We use A CA insurance for skills sessions.  You need to either be an ACA member (j oin here for $40/year) or pay a $10 event fee here. \n\n\n\n That's it! W e hope to see you there!\n\n\n\n Questions? Please post to this thread.  Thanks!\n\n DTSTART:20240615T133000Z DTEND:20240615T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240609T145902Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1476-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240627T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Quinlan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="L Smith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240609T144820Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1474-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240613T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20240609T145750Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1475-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex. No entrance fees .\n\n DTSTART:20240620T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Courtesy Post: Maine Island Kayak - Nigel Dennis Kayaks & Ce ltic Paddles Demo Day (Peaks Island\, Maine) DTSTAMP:20240607T004303Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1473-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Herlihy":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Test paddle from MIKCo’s complete demo fleet of Nigel D ennis Kayaks and Celtic Paddles.\n\n\n\n Tom Bergh will be on hand to expl ain the features of NDKs and NDK's emphasis on fit and functionality.\n\n\ n\n Also\, come try out the new Romany Plus! \n\n\n\n Join us on the beac h!\n Sunday\, June 9th\n Kayak Beach\, Peaks Island\n 9a - 2p\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n Visit the MIKCo website to learn more!  (Click here)\n\n DTSTART:20240609T130000Z DTEND:20240609T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Session - Basic Strokes and Boat Handling DTSTAMP:20240323T154545Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1468-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This skills session will focus on basic strokes and boat handling. We will start with overall body position in your kayak  We wil l achieve this through getting comfortable with the body mechanics of post ure\, cooperation between upper and lower body to form a C for edging and keeping loose whilst underway. We will work on a variety of strokes\, to i nclude the forward stroke\, and a variety of turning strokes. We will also practice edging and bracing. After some attention to these skills\, we ca n go for a short paddle and apply the skills underway.\n\n\n\n All skill l evels are welcome. Wether you are new to sea kayaking or a more experience d paddler looking to reinforce some basic skills\, this skills session is for you.\n\n\n\n This session will take place in a flat water environment however everyone should always be prepared for and dress for immersion. Dr y suits or wet suit with slash top recommended.\n\n\n\n Location and Date:   Odiorne State Park Boat Ramp\, NH-1A\, Rye\, NH 03870 - Saturday 6/8/2 4\n\n\n\n Make your parking reservation here - https://www.nhstateparks.o rg/find-parks-trails/odiorne-point-state-park\n\n\n\n What You Need to Bri ng:  Kayak with bulk heads and a spray skirt\, PFD\, paddles\, hat or hel met\, dress for immersion\, sunscreen\, lunch\, snacks\, and water.\n\n\n\ n Please plan to arrive in time for the 9:45am beach briefing\, 10:00am la unch. We will be returning to the launch between 2 - 3 pm.\n\n\n\n We use ACA insurance for skills sessions.  You need to either be an ACA member (join here for $40/year) or pay a $10 event fee here.  \n\n\n\n Regist er by signing up here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedCA0iz V3ZiBk1-4gk06WSv_JahOWSnjdYXS-GQFpPztOFuw/viewform?usp=sf_link\n\n\n\n  \ n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240608 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Courtesy Post: SMSKN \"Stone Soup\" Dryland Kayak Gathering in Portland\, Mane DTSTAMP:20240428T225330Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1472-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Herlihy":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This is a courtesy post for awareness. \n\n\n\n Southern Maine Sea Kayak Network is hosting their \"Stone Soup Dryland Kayak Gathe ring\" in Portland\, Maine at Payson Park on Saturday morning\, June 8th.  \n\n\n\n This is a social event for ocean kayakers to come and mix and m ingle. Participants are encouraged to consider:\n\n\n\n - Bringing kayaks &\; kit to share with and discuss with others\, including new comers to the sport who might be learning\n\n\n\n - Consider whether there is a top ic of interest that you might like to display? For instance\, are you real ly into dehydrating your trip meals? Or\, making Greenland paddles? Etc?  \n\n\n\n - Consider whether you have a boat(s) or gear that you are lookin g to trade or sell? The event will have a designated \"boat yard\" section ed off for folks to put stuff that is available for individual sale or tra de. SMSKN is only providing the place and will NOT be involved in any sale s transactions which should be person to person only. \n\n\n\n So\, if yo u're in the area and looking for a good excuse to grab coffee and perhaps a donut (or two)\, come join the SMSKN crew at the second annual \"Stone S oup\" Gathering. \n\n\n\n Here is the Meetup Link. \n\n DTSTART:20240608T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jewell I. Getaway #16\, May 16-19\, 2024 DTSTAMP:20240224T033945Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1448-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here 's a great opportunity for paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping wi thout the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 16th (almost) an nual trip to Jewell (NSPN’s first “annual” camping venue)\, which ha s multiple campsite options and latrines. We typically have 10 or more  (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an upper limit has not been establishe d. The Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adopted.\n\n\n\n The SUGGESTE D itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n THURSDAY or FRIDAY: Arrive at _____ (mu ltiple launch site options\, with each pod working out details privately) on Thursday or Friday\, May 16 or 17\, in plenty of time for a ______am l aunch (HT is @ 625 and 723\, respectively). If you are new to kayak campi ng\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arriving no la ter than 2h pre-launch. Friday has been typically celebrated with an even ing pot-luck smorgasborg\, for those who wish to contribute/participate.\n \n\n\n FRIDAY/SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or is land activities. Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Po tts Harbor (food)\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamond\, geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general camaraderie/gourmet food s around the campfire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Back to cars via????\n\n\n\n Minima l skills to participate include wet exit\, self and assisted rescue\, and previous experience in ocean paddling with conditions of wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and crossings up to 2.0M. If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or cam ping in general\, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RS VP on the NSPN calendar HERE. This trip is now full. Please send me a PM i f you would like to be added to the waitlist. As a participant\, Miss Mann ers expects you to have recently signed the NSPN liability waiver (HERE)\, and agree to reply to all E-conversations in a timely fashion.\n\n\n\n \n \n DTSTART:20240516T040000Z DTEND:20240520T030000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bridie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CANCELED----York Harbor to Cape Neddick Harbor\, Sunday\, 4. 14\, 10am----CANCELED DTSTAMP:20240405T161250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1470-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n THIS TRIP IS WEATHER-DEPENDENT.  Make sure you sign your NSPN liability waiver.\n\n DTSTART:20240414T140000Z DTEND:20240414T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Walsh";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New to Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20231128T202044Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1431-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n NSPN will be holding its annual New t o Sea Kayaking Workshop at Winter Island Park\, 50 Island Road\, Salem\, M A.  This event is designed to be beneficial to a wide audience\, from tho se who have never paddled any kind of boat\, to others who maybe paddle ca lm locations to white water.  Regardless of your experience\, if you are interested in knowing more about sea kayaking this is a great opportunity.   At the workshop\, we will discuss what sea kayaking is about\, look at various boats\, paddles\, other gear\, clothing\, safety equipment\, and m ore.  It is free and open to the general public - membership is not req uired\, but for those who want to join the club\, cost is $15 for 12 month s.  Workshop details:\n\n\n\n \n Date - April 20\, 2024\n \n \n Start Time - 10:00am promptly and will go for about 5-6 hours (lunch will be a vailable)\n \n \n Location - Winter Island Park\, 50 Island Road\, Salem \, MA\n \n \n  Questions - Email NTSKW@NSPN.ORG \n \n \n Registrati on - NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop (google.com)\n \n\n\n\n Current cl ub members who wish to help out with this event\, either presenting\, loan ing equipment (boats!!)\, or just helping to set up/take down\, please Mes sage me and we will discuss.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240420 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Easter Bunny Plunge and Paddle DTSTAMP:20240327T123552Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1469-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details and signup info on forum post.\n\n\n\n Hope to se e you there!\n\n DTSTART:20240331T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joint NSPN-AMC New Hampshire Introduction to Sea Kayaking fo r Whitewater paddlers DTSTAMP:20240320T152151Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1467-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick Goodman":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NSPN and AMC-New Hampshire will host an introduction to s ea kayaking for whitewater boaters in the Portsmouth area. A description h as been posted to the AMC site at https://activities.outdoors.org/search/ index.cfm/action/details/id/149261&\;act=15.  We will call for mentors from NSPN\, and ask for loans of sea kayaks (and spray skirts and pumps)  closer to the date.  Fred Goodman is our contact person for this event. \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240803 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop DTSTAMP:20240317T131250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1465-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rylevine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Beverly Farms Library\, 10:30am\, followed by nearby lunc h paddle. Rain date for the paddle is April 14th. \n\n\n\n Meet in the Co nrad Room at the library\, 24 Vine Street.  You can enter directly at the downstairs entrance.  Parking is on street.\n\n DTSTART:20240413T143000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Morning North Shore Paddle DTSTAMP:20240311T153913Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1462-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This new series of paddles provides a regular weekly oppo rtunity for members to get on the water outside of the workweek. There is no set trip level: all skill levels are welcome. Trips will be tailored ea ch week to the makeup of the group. If desired\, opportunities for skills practice will come up naturally without a set curriculum.\n\n\n\n Except w here noted\, all launches are at 8:00 am Sundays from Riverhead Beach in M arblehead (parking is $20). This is a very protected put-in with access to a wide range of paddling options from sheltered to adventurous. Typically we will return around midday. This early launch time avoids car and boat traffic\, minimizes wind conditions\, and leaves paddlers free to enjoy th e afternoon.\n\n\n\n RSVP will open up a few weeks in advance of each trip when a post will be placed in the Trips forum.\n\n DTSTART:20240728T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Morning North Shore Paddle DTSTAMP:20240311T153712Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1458-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This new series of paddles provides a regular weekly oppo rtunity for members to get on the water outside of the workweek. There is no set trip level: all skill levels are welcome. Trips will be tailored ea ch week to the makeup of the group. If desired\, opportunities for skills practice will come up naturally without a set curriculum.\n\n\n\n Except w here noted\, all launches are at 8:00 am Sundays from Riverhead Beach in M arblehead (parking is $20). This is a very protected put-in with access to a wide range of paddling options from sheltered to adventurous. Typically we will return around midday. This early launch time avoids car and boat traffic\, minimizes wind conditions\, and leaves paddlers free to enjoy th e afternoon.\n\n\n\n RSVP will open up a few weeks in advance of each trip when a post will be placed in the Trips forum.\n\n DTSTART:20240623T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Morning North Shore Paddle DTSTAMP:20240311T153642Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1457-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This new series of paddles provides a regular weekly oppo rtunity for members to get on the water outside of the workweek. There is no set trip level: all skill levels are welcome. Trips will be tailored ea ch week to the makeup of the group. If desired\, opportunities for skills practice will come up naturally without a set curriculum.\n\n\n\n Except w here noted\, all launches are at 8:00 am Sundays from Riverhead Beach in M arblehead (parking is $20). This is a very protected put-in with access to a wide range of paddling options from sheltered to adventurous. Typically we will return around midday. This early launch time avoids car and boat traffic\, minimizes wind conditions\, and leaves paddlers free to enjoy th e afternoon.\n\n\n\n RSVP will open up a few weeks in advance of each trip when a post will be placed in the Trips forum.\n\n DTSTART:20240616T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kayaking Trip Fundamentals: An On-The-Water Workshop 6/1/24 /& 6/2/24 DTSTAMP:20240220T195621Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1447-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Kayaking Trip Fundamentals: An On-The-Water Workshop 6/1 &\; 6/2/24\n\n\n\n Instructor:  Todd Johnstone-Wright\, Synaptic Spor ts LLC (see Todd’s Bio here:   http://www.pinnipedkayak.com/aca-bcu-s ea-kayak-instructors)\n\n\n\n Assistant:   Lorrie Allen\, NSPN Member a nd BC Sea Leader\n\n\n\n This workshop is for NSPN members and will take place in moderate open ocean conditions\, at a to-be-determined North Shor e location.  The focus is on refining skills needed to actively par ticipate in ocean kayaking\, on both day and multi-day trips.  Refine an d active are the key words here\, this is not an introductory workshop to teach basic skills from scratch.  Yet it is not for highly advanced and credentialed paddlers either (Former 4 Star or BC Sea Leaders are not th e target group of this event.)  Most NSPN paddlers are somewhere in-bet ween\, so this likely means you ! Paddlers comfortable in Level 3 conditi ons are the target group\, see NSPN’s Trip Levels here (https://www.nspn .org/trip-levels/). A reliable roll is not required to participate or a f ormal class in rescues\, yet some basic practice &\; experience with re scues is expected. \n\n\n\n The purpose of this workshop is to enhance on e’s skills\, confidence and overall capacity as a participant and contr ibuting member on-the-water.  This workshop falls under the umbrella of NSPN’s education mission\, to support paddlers in their development jo urney.  The deeper the capacity of each NSPN member\, the safer and more enjoyable our trips will be\, adding to the enduring strength of our clu b. The areas to be covered over the 2 days are:                \n \n\n\n 1). Personal Paddling Skills On-The-Fly\n\n\n\n Woven into the ove rall workshop is the practice and review of personal kayaking skills.  T he efficient use of these skills in moderate sea states are useful to enjo y a day on the water and sometimes are critical to the overall safety of i ndividuals and the group.\n\n\n\n 2).  Practical Navigation On-The-Water \n\n\n\n Applying boating rules &\; etiquette\, identifying and using n avigational aides while underway\, handheld and deck compass use\, identif ying bail out locations and more.\n\n\n\n 3).  Incident Management\n\n\n \n Learning what to do when things go south.  Practice incident manageme nt scenarios to include various rescue skills as appropriate to the situat ion\, and different methods of supporting\, transporting and towing an imp aired paddler or impaired boat.\n\n\n\n 4). Safety and the  Environment \n\n\n\n Things to consider: \n\n\n\n Monitoring &\; observing the env ironment (what does that mean?)\n\n\n\n Noticing water features and hazard s (what do we do with this info?)\n\n\n\n How to change the day’s plan w hen changes happen in the environment\, or in the condition of a paddler o r the pod.\n\n\n\n Group awareness and what it means to be a responsible g roup member.\n\n\n\n VHF radio scenarios if time allows.\n\n\n\n 5). Safe ty Continued: Transitioning to Facilitator Principals &\; Group Skills \n\n\n\n Topics of interest:\n\n\n\n What are the principles to facilitate paddlers on the water?\n\n\n\n Herding Cats\, you know… people manageme nt skills.\n\n\n\n Facilitating judgement &\; decision making in a padd ling group.\n\n\n\n Recognizing &\; facilitating safety awareness &\ ; risk management. \n\n\n\n Facilitating group through recognizing the ge neral welfare of other group members.\n\n\n\n Tops Tips and Handy Hints.  \n\n\n\n $$$ The Cost:  \n\n\n\n NSPN is offering this event at barg ain pricing !  The fee for the entire 2 day workshop is $150 !  Typic al cost for a training workshop like this is $320-$350.  It gets even bet ter… participants in this emerging paddlers development workshop w ill qualify for reimbursement under our Leadership Training Fund\, ( ht tps://www.nspn.org/leadership-training-fund/ ). Note: parking fees may  apply depending on the venue.\n\n\n\n The skinny is\, If you subsequently post 3 club trips (don’t be shy to ask for help or to recruit a co-initi ator) and write up the associated trip reports\, you will be reimbursed th e $150.  Over time\, the cost to enhance your skills will be $0 !  Now that’s a good deal !\n\n\n\n The Sign Up Process :\n\n\n\n Participa nts are expected to have basic boat handling skills\, applying them in a v ariety of moderate conditions. The Board is asking folks to email  us  at  nspnboard@nspn.org  to express interest in attending the event.  A board member will follow up to discuss the suitability of the course fo r you.  (If you are interested\, but have questions\, please contact the BOD to discuss your concerns.)  Once this step is completed\, NSPN will collect your fee and your spot will be secured.  The workshop will be op en to 8-10 emerging paddlers and the deadline for contacting the board to express interest is 3/16/24.  The board will make every effort to addres s the inquiries as soon as possible.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240603 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Total Solar Eclipse Party DTSTAMP:20240215T201243Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1446-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Richmond":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n I have a nice telescope on the way with a solar filter. E arly April is usually sugar season. We might even have snow for skiing. Th ere should be a bunch of kid goats to play with. Hopefully the sky will be clear.\n\n\n\n You should buy your own eclipse glasses soon- they are sel ling out fast. \n\n  \n\n\n\n Hope to see you at 86 8e Rang\, Marston\, QC G0Y 1G0.\n\n\n\n Troad\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240408T181700Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Winter Party\, 2/3/24 5-9 pm\, Gould Barn\, 1 Howlett St.\, Topsfield\, MA 01983 DTSTAMP:20240105T190414Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1444-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come One and All to Revel in the joy of past paddles and paddles to come!   This is a pot-luck event.\n\n\n\n The nights events a re as follows: arrive at 5:00\, 5-5:50 pm  Nibbles and Chat\,  5:50-6:00 pm a brief statement from the President and Treasurer\, 6-8:30 pm Let's E at &\; Converse !\,  8:30-9 pm Clean-up.\n\n\n\n The Club will provide coffee\, tea and sparkling water\, cups\, plates\, utensils and  napkins .\n\n\n\n Members to bring  their beverages of choice and a food item to share.  If you are so inclined\, you can indicate what you plan to brin g (appetizer\, main dish\, side dish\, dessert) in the events forum post .  \n\n\n\n I'm looking forward to seeing you there !\n\n\n\n Cheers\, S ue\n\n DTSTART:20240203T220000Z DTEND:20240204T020000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Britta";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Stetson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mattdrayer";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trip Planning Workshop\, presented by Joe Berkovitz\, Sessio n #2 DTSTAMP:20231128T224529Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1441-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Workshop is now full\, register for wait list below.\n\n\ n\n A message from Joe regarding the workshop:\n\n\n\n It's easy to pick a date and announce a paddling trip. However\, it's more of a challenge to gather and interpret all the information you need\, and then turn it into a trip that's truly fun\, rewarding and safe. This interactive 2-session w inter workshop (for NSPN members) will help us all plan great paddles\, fr om day trips to longer outings. This presentation is open to all levels\, as we can all aspire to deepen our trip planning skills!\n\n\n\n I have or ganized many sea kayaking trips\, from short day paddles to week-plus expe ditions. In collaboration with others in the sea kayak community\, I have developed a set of learning materials and tools that cover the essentials of planning paddling trips.\n\n\n\n The workshop will include:\n\n\n\n - U nderstanding nautical charts and their relationship to the real world\n\n\ n\n - Understanding and gathering weather and sea conditions\n\n\n\n - Wor king with tide and current predictions\n\n\n\n - Bringing it all together by actually planning some paddles and reviewing each others’ plans.\n\n\ n\n - There will be homework between the two sessions\, and both sessions will include breakouts into groups with real-world planning exercises.\n\n \n\n A lot of the subject matter is covered in the NSPN Trip Planning Work book [ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uY8i2L7OdBwiPnkAHmg8nguez-INWV 6twn5kXLqKZ3k/edit?usp=drive_link ] which we’ll use freely in these ses sions..  Much of the material will make use of my free paddle planning we bsite\, Floating Trails (https://floatingtrails.com) and we’ll check o ut how to make the most of it.\n\n\n\n Registration information :  Worksh op is now full\, register for wait list below.\n\n\n\n To register for the wait list\, click the link ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd NUh9Fvs3EESI6yfsf9gBvYcGefPX1lsCsiSZC7X0OOHk2QQ/viewform?usp=sf_link ) an d complete the form.  \n\n\n\n Please follow this event for any updates. \n\n DTSTART:20240309T140000Z DTEND:20240309T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Trip Planning Workshop\, (presented by NSPN member Joe Berko vitz )\, Session #1 DTSTAMP:20231128T224101Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1440-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Workshop is now full\, register for wait list at end of t his post.\n\n\n\n Joe's message regarding the workshop:  \n\n\n\n It's e asy to pick a date and announce a paddling trip. However\, it's more of a challenge to gather and interpret all the information you need\, and then turn it into a trip that's truly fun\, rewarding and safe. This interactiv e 2-session winter workshop (for NSPN members) will help us all plan great paddles\, from day trips to longer outings. This presentation is open to all levels\, as we can all aspire to deepen our trip planning skills!\n\n\ n\n I have organized many sea kayaking trips\, from short day paddles to w eek-plus expeditions. In collaboration with others in the sea kayak commun ity\, I have developed a set of learning materials and tools that cover th e essentials of planning paddling trips.\n\n\n\n The workshop will include :\n\n\n\n - Understanding nautical charts and their relationship to the re al world\n\n\n\n - Understanding and gathering weather and sea conditions\ n\n\n\n - Working with tide and current predictions\n\n\n\n - Bringing it all together by actually planning some paddles and reviewing each others ’ plans.\n\n\n\n - There will be homework between the two sessions\, and both sessions will include breakouts into groups with real-world planning exercises.\n\n\n\n A lot of the subject matter is covered in the NSPN Tri p Planning Workbook [ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uY8i2L7OdBwiPnkA Hmg8nguez-INWV6twn5kXLqKZ3k/edit?usp=drive_link ] which we’ll use freely in these sessions..  Much of the material will make use of my free paddl e planning website\, Floating Trails (https://floatingtrails.com) and we ’ll check out how to make the most of it.\n\n\n\n Registration informati on : Workshop is now full\, register for wait list below !\n\n\n\n To regi ster for wait list\,  click this link ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/ e/1FAIpQLSdNUh9Fvs3EESI6yfsf9gBvYcGefPX1lsCsiSZC7X0OOHk2QQ/viewform?usp=sf _link ) and complete the form.  \n\n\n\n Please follow this event for an y updates.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240302T140000Z DTEND:20240302T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T213528Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1439-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240323T170000Z DTEND:20240323T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T213309Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1436-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240224T180000Z DTEND:20240224T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T213443Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1438-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240316T170000Z DTEND:20240316T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T213354Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1437-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240310T170000Z DTEND:20240310T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T213154Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1435-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240217T180000Z DTEND:20240217T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T213008Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1434-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240203T180000Z DTEND:20240203T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nutrition for Sea Kayakers\, presented by Dan Carr via NSPN Zoom DTSTAMP:20240205T145214Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1445-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n To participate in this zoom event 2/15/23 at 7 :00 pm\, click this link (https://mit.zoom.us/j/94956743497).\n\n\n\n Dan states:  \"This talk reflects my personal exploration of food and hydrat ion planning for kayak tripping which was conducted over about a six-year period.  Given some unpleasant experiences with multi-day paddle trips\, I systematically looked at the energy demands of sea kayaking and nutriti onal information for typical foods that I took on trips.  On those findin gs\, I researched food supplements that would increase the nutritional val ue of my adventure foods and not detract from the culinary experience. \"\ n\n\n\n The result of this research is some simple practices that can help you be better fueled and:\n\n\n\n \n \n Improve your athletic and cogn itive performance.\n \n \n \n \n Improve your sleep.\n \n \n \n \n Limit injury and illness\; and\n \n \n \n \n Help your body recover m ore quickly from those big challenging days.\n \n \n\n\n\n I have found t hat application of these practices has made my subsequent trip experiences more rewarding and fun.  After all fun is what is important!\n\n\n\n My presentation will provide: \n\n\n\n 1) a summary of published information on energy demands of paddling and the findings of several years monitoring energy burn rates with a sports watch\, that supported the published info rmation.\n\n\n\n 2) I will review nutritional guidelines and application o f the guidelines to meal planning.  \n\n\n\n 3) I provide a summary of f ood supplements that can be used to increase the caloric content\, and the content of fat and protein\, which are deficient in most dehydrated foods .  \n\n\n\n 4)  Finally\, I will review a listing of food items for on the fly fueling to supplement your three-meal day. \n\n DTSTART:20240216T000000Z DTEND:20240216T010000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ms. Dew";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Walsh";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Zoom event with Justine Curgenven-Land of the White Bear DTSTAMP:20231208T020618Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1442-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please join us for this early-winter Zoom event\, present ed by internationally-renowned explorer and film maker (cackletv.com) Just ine Curgenven\, as she recounts her experiences sea kayaking in an other-w orldly wilderness. We were fortunate to have her present “Sea Kayaking t he World” to our club in November 2022.\n\n\n\n Justine will talk about her latest amazing journey in the land of the white bear. Her 1000km remot e kayaking trip followed the east side of Quebec’s Ungava Bay\, home to the world’s largest tidal range\, and a southern trace alongside Labra dor’s dramatic Torngat mountains. Inuit travellers travelled through thi s area for centuries and many still hunt here. While no humans live in the vast wilderness now\, it has one of the largest polar bear populations in the world. The team of four had to weave through a maze of fast moving s ea ice\, battle into fierce winds\, navigate in thick fog and stay awake d uring the frigid night on polar bear watch. See stunning photos and videos and hear stories about the adventure including the bear that got way too close.\n\n\n\n To sign up for this much-anticipated talk\, RSVP on the NSP N calendar here\, to the right.\n\n\n\n Link to Zoom is in NSPN Business f orum (only visible to paid NSPN members)\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20240111T000000Z DTEND:20240111T020000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vytas 'Vick' Marciulionis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PA RTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="george record";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lbeale";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Philip Anderson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Walsh";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="boatbossbsb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Carl Parris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Qian Liu";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Gregory Spurr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Amy Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bob Dawson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Helen Eaton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shaun Gallagher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John STEVENS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Aaron Kiander";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Floyd Pinto";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Dowd";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephen Lessard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Scott Williams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="DaveBergsbaken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T212852Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1433-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240120T180000Z DTEND:20240120T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T212650Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1432-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240113T180000Z DTEND:20240113T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20231128T194622Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1430-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n Pool sessions at the Hav erhill High School for the 2024 winter season are now available for purcha se in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid members of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer@NSP N.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in year s past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool facili ties\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to s ign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2024 here.\n \n\n \n Each po ol session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you wil l need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can beco me an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers N etwork from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membersh ip fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessions or summer skills sessions\, since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.  \n \n\n \n These sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddli ng season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many memb ers are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at th e pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\ , you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool se ssion spot purchased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolsi de\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether i n the pool or instructing poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Event Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \ n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal or credit card for payment. If you have trouble\, email treasurer@N SPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\n \n\ n Please follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n \n\n \n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (o r access them through the Store link in the blue top banner on the messag e board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to atte nd and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee.\n \n \n If you would li ke to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Cate gories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool se ssion you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selec tions\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order.\n \n \n\n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session afte r purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from yo u\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a re minder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n DTSTART:20240106T180000Z DTEND:20240106T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fun paddle / Riverhead Beach DTSTAMP:20231022T170614Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1429-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See post here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20231024T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fun paddle / Riverhead Beach DTSTAMP:20231022T170317Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1428-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See post here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20231024T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jewell Island Oct. 12-15 DTSTAMP:20230824T230331Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1421-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Rechel":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n Edit: There’s room for more! PM me\n\n\n\n This is a Level 3 trip that welcomes those new to kayak camping\, and is a reunio n for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here's a great op portunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak camping without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This is a replacement for this year's May trip\, for which mother nature had other plans. Jewell has many campsites and several outhouses. \n\n The Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adop ted\n\n\n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n THURSDAY or FRI DAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod working out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Thursd ay or Friday\, October 12 or 13\, in plenty of time for a ______am launch (high tides are 10:29 am and 11:04 am respectively). If you are new to k ayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arri ving two hours prior.\n\n\n\n FRIDAY and SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your i deas for a day paddle or island activities. Prior trips have included Whal eboat/Little Whaleboat\, Eagle\, Great Diamond\, geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general camaraderie/gourmet foods ar ound the camp fire. \n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Back to cars via ??\n\n\n\n If you w ould like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip\, launch points\, or camping in general\, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP HERE ON THE CALENDAR. Closer t o the event\, you will be asked to provide details for the group roster sp readsheet.\n\n DTSTART:20231012T120000Z DTEND:20231015T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="pitt16";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="EEL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wed Lunch Paddle from West Beach DTSTAMP:20231002T175226Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1424-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please see the trip posting for details and registration. \n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/14954-wed-lunch-paddle-1042023-w est-beach-beverly-10-am-launch/\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20231004T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Club Paddle & Party DTSTAMP:20230829T221942Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1423-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n Hi Folks\,\n\n\n\n Save this date for a Fall Club Paddle and Post Paddle Party !  We will launch from Winter Is land Park (50 Island Road\, Salem\, MA 01970)\, accommodating all paddler levels.  There will be no parking fee at the time of this event.  Paddli ng pods will be organized by paddling experience and interests.  Arrival time set for 10:30 am\, with a launch by 11:00 am.  If the weather is to o inclement for one's taste\, or if you don't have a cold weather/cold wat er kit (for example a dry suit)\, please come by for the party portion of the event!  It's always fun to talk about paddling\, share stories about our adventures and generate ideas for future trips\, both local and afar !   The Board of Directors have rented the Function Hall for the after-padd le party\, which will likely start around 4-4:30 and end by 7:30 pm.  \n \n\n\n Food provided by the club as follows:  lasagna\, eggplant parmesa n (these 2 main dishes are meatless to include the sauce)\, salad\, artisa n rolls\, tea and sparkling water. Participants are requested to bring one of the following:  a bag of chips\, 6 ounce container of either blueber ries\, blackberries\, raspberries\, a small batch of grapes (all fruits pr e-washed at home) or cookies and the like\, (no cakes please).  Participa nts are allowed to bring adult beverages of choice into the Function Hall.  \n\n\n\n Remember to have your settings indicate you are \"following\" this event in order to get automatic updates directly to your email.\n\n\ n\n You must register by Thursday evening 10/12/23\, as I need to place t he food order the following morning.\n\n\n\n Registration link here:  htt ps://forms.gle/e7Fx2GYbT1ssRSKh7\n\n\n\n I hope to see you there!\n\n\n\n Cheers\, Sue\n\n\n\n Traffic considerations provided by Ricardo Caivano\, Salem resident:\n\n\n\n Downtown Salem can be difficult in October\, in pa rticular during the last two weeks. We get a lot of visitors.  An email f rom the Salem Police says in part: \" Visitors to Salem in October should not plan to drive into downtown Salem\, especially on weekends...there is a high likelihood that some closures will be made on Saturday October 28 a nd/or Sunday October 29...For real-time traffic and road closure notices\, visit  www.twitter.com/SalemMAPolice  (@SalemMAPolice on Twitter)\, a nd www.twitter.com/CityofSalemMA (@CityofSalemMA on Twitter).\"\n\n\n We ll\, that was the warning. The good news is that you don't need to drive t hrough downtown Salem to get to Winter Island Park. \n\n\n\n An easy way to get to Winter Island from all points north is via Beverly\, taking the beautiful Beverly-Salem Bridge\, continuing on Bridge Street\, left on Web St.\, continuing on Fort Ave\, left on Winter Island Road and on to the p ark.\n\n\n If coming from the south\, perhaps it is better to avoid taking Route 114E (or the prior Lowell Street exit). Instead follow I-95 N and M A-128 N to MA-62 E/Elliott St in Danvers. Take exit 43 from MA-128 N\, hea d towards Salem via the Beverly-Salem bridge and follow the directions abo ve to Winter Island.  \n\n\n\n \n\n If coming from Marblehead\, Swampsco tt\, Lynn\, etc. you could just paddle over ?\, but if you insist on driv ing\, take 114W\, Lafayette Street\, turn right on Leavitt St\, left on Co ngress St\, right on Derby St. and continue to Winter Island via Fort Ave. The corner of Congress and Derby will be busy. \n\n\n\n \"On October 21\ , the Devil’s Chase road race starts at 8 a.m. at the Salem Willows socc er field on Fort Avenue. No road closures are planned\, however\, expect t raffic impacts until 10:30 a.m. along the route.\" \n\n\n\n Attached is a n2022+Devils+Chase+Athlete+Guide.pdf additional wrinkle just learned abou t\, add this info to your approach plan for our Winter Island Event.\n\n\n \n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231021 ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ms. Dew";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Diane W";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Anne Waymouth";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Qian Liu";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Session Saturday\, 9/23/23 DTSTAMP:20230411T144824Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1406-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n 9/23/23 Skills Session 9:15 am - 4:00 pm\n\n\n\n We will launch from West Beach in Beverly Farms at 121 West St.\, Beverly\, MA.   There is free public parking at this site during the off season\, otherwi se restricted to locals during the summer months.  Please arrive at 9:15 am. \n\n\n\n During the beach briefing we will hear from you regarding yo ur paddling experience and interests\, followed by a discussion of the spe cific plans for the day.  Our general intention is to provide an instruct ive journey to the islands off West Beach.  During this approximate 9-10 nautical mile trip there will be opportunities to practice on-the-go navig ation\, hone strokes and obtain related feedback if you choose.  We will practice landing and launching\, assisted rescues and provide support to e xpand your paddling understanding and experience.\n\n\n\n What You Need to Bring:  A kayak with bulk heads\, a spray skirt\, PFD\, paddles\, hat o r helmet (if want to get near rocks)\, tow belt (if you have one\, not req uired)\, hand held compass\, appropriate dress for immersion\, sunscreen\, lunch\, snacks\, water and a chart of the area if you have one.\n\n\n\n A rrive:   9:15 am\, Beach Briefing at 9:45 am (personal gear on\, boat u nloaded and packed with kit for the day) and followed by a launch at 10:30 am. \n\n\n\n Return:  by 4:00 pm \n\n\n\n We use ACA insurance for ski lls sessions.  You need to either be an ACA member (join here for $40/ year) or pay a $10 event fee here.  The annual membership is a better de al\, as it covers all our skills sessions and pool sessions for a year.\n\ n\n\n You also need to sign the ACA waiver at our special NSPN link here \, once a year if you're an ACA member\, or for each session if you're pay ing the event fee.\n\n\n\n Registration:  To register for this event ple ase clink this link https://forms.gle/M6auuhEUruTmGUwYA and follow the i nstructions.  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230923 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Session # 5\, Canceled !!! DTSTAMP:20230603T224440Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1414-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This event has been canceled due to unavailability of fac ilitators.  An attempt will be made to reschedule at a future date if fac ilitators can be secured.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230819 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Session #4\, Saturday 8/5/23\, Moving Water Practice DTSTAMP:20230411T144009Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1404-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Skills Practice Session #4 will take place Saturday 8/5/2 3 at Cedar Point Parking Area (West Bound) in Durham NH (https://goo.gl/m aps/yNj3YYBwNqPjsqqz5)\, on inner waters of the Piscataqua River.  Please arrive at 10:00 am (or sooner if you need more time to be ready)\, with a launch by 10:30 am. We will be off the water by 4:00. \n\n\n\n This sess ion will focus on skills for paddling in tidal current\, in a location whi ch is perfect for a gentle introduction to this topic and can serve up ch allenges if desired! There will be a range of conditions available at dif ferent times and in varying locations on the upper reaches of the Piscataq ua. We will also land on Goat Island\, a small public island that is a gr eat place to take a break and have lunch.\n\n\n\n The flood current will s lowly build over the course of the afternoon. Some of the things we may pr actice include:\n\n\n\n understanding currents\, eddies and eddy lines\n \n \n reading the water surface to recognize what is happening\n \n \n e ntering and leaving bodies of water that are moving relative to each other (crossing eddy lines)\n \n \n maintaining a ferry angle when crossing cu rrent\n \n \n maintaining position and/or doing rescues in current\n \n \ n advanced: playing in faster current under the SR 16 bridge\n \n\n Park ing: There are twin parking lots in this location\, directly across from e ach other on US Route 4. We will be launching from the lot accessed from t he westbound side of the highway (i.e. on your right if you are coming fro m I-95 and SR 16). If this lot starts to fill up we will ask you to drop y our boat &\; gear in this lot and park across the street on the eastbou nd side. There is no fee for parking in either lot.\n\n\n\n What You Need to Bring:  Kayak with bulk heads and a spray skirt\, PFD\, paddles\, helm et required (if you don't have one pls PM Sue H)\, dress for immersion\, s unscreen\, lunch\, snacks\, and water.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n Arrive:   10:00 am \, Beach Briefing at 10:20 am (personal gear on\, boat unloaded and packe d with kit for the day) and launch at 10:30 am. \n\n\n\n Return:  by 4:0 0 pm\n\n\n\n We use ACA insurance for skills sessions.  You need to eith er be an ACA member (join here for $40/year) or pay a $10 event fee her e.  The annual membership is a better deal\, as it covers all our skills sessions and pool sessions for a year.\n\n\n\n You also need to sign the A CA waiver at our special NSPN link here\, once a year if you're an ACA m ember\, or for each session if you're paying the event fee.\n\n\n\n Regist ration: To register for this event please clink this link and follow the i nstructions.   https://forms.gle/QdzQ81ZSzNax6Usa6\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230805 ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dabend";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="DavidS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Sessions #3 Saturday 7/22/23: Odiorne State Park Boa t Ramp\, NH-1A\, Rye\, NH 03870 DTSTAMP:20230411T143501Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1403-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Skills Session #3 (Saturday 7/22/23) will continue to bri ng awareness to the characteristics of the ocean environment\, body positi on and edging\, while adding turning strokes to your tool kit.  After som e attention to these skills\, we will go for a moderate paddle and apply t he skills underway.  Upon returning to the launch\, will will pause for r escue practice if appropriate.  All skill levels welcome\, experienced pa ddlers will have the opportunity for refinement and those with emerging sk ills will find support and guidance in your pursuit of sea kayaking.\n\n\n \n Location:  Odiorne State Park Boat Ramp\, NH-1A\, Rye\, NH 03870\n\n\ n\n What You Need to Bring:  Kayak with bulk heads and a spray skirt\, PF D\, paddles\, hat or helmet\, dress for immersion\, sunscreen\, lunch\, sn acks\, and water.\n\n\n\n Arrive:   10:00 am\, Beach Briefing at 10:20 am (personal gear on\, boat unloaded and packed with kit for the day) and launch at 10:30 am.  LT at Jaffery Point\, Newcastle is 8:54 am and HT at 3:12 pm. \n\n\n\n Return:  3:00-4:00 pm\n\n\n\n We use ACA insurance fo r skills sessions.  You need to either be an ACA member (join here for $40/year) or pay a $10 event fee here.  The annual membership is a bett er deal\, as it covers all our skills sessions and pool sessions for a yea r.\n\n\n\n You also need to sign the ACA waiver at our special NSPN link  here\, once a year if you're an ACA member\, or for each session if you' re paying the event fee.\n\n\n\n Registration:  Register by signing up at https://forms.gle/dEZdvjZ3DBocvow59.  You'll need your ACA member num ber.\n\n\n\n Please remember to make your parking reservation at the link below.\n\n\n\n https://www.nhstateparks.org/fees-reservations/make-an-onli ne-reservation\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20230722T140000Z DTEND:20230722T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddles DTSTAMP:20230717T122819Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1420-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details will be posted on the trips forum the preceding S unday or Monday. At that time specific information about the trip will be also added to the Trips Forum. The trip posting thread can also be used fo r questions and conversation about the particular trip.\n\n\n\n Even thoug h we don't know exactly when and where each paddle will occur\, here is a description of a typical Wednesday Lunch Paddle:\n\n\n\n Open to all skil l levels: the trip is adjusted to fit the attendees\n \n \n Meet at launc h location at 9:30.\n \n \n On the water and paddling at 10:00am.\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to some location\n \n \n 1 hour of food\, conve rsation\, and relaxation\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to return to lau nch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n These paddles are appropriate for independent paddlers with some ocean experience\, so this is not an ideal choice if it's your first time paddling on salt water.  The Wednesday pad dles are cooperative adventures\, not guided trips—however\, we strive t o share useful knowledge and tips as we go\, and we try to adjust each tri p to the desires and abilities of the group. Each participant is responsib le for her/his own safety. Don’t assume the trip initiators are smarter\ , stronger\, better at rough water\, more attractive\, or more skilled pad dlers than you are. For more information\, see this description of our tr ip philosophy from the NSPN web site.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230719 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20230927T000000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#11 Lobster Buoy Car Camping Weekend\, NSPN and SMSKN Interc lub event\, Aug 11-13\, 2023 DTSTAMP:20230617T001012Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1418-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP HERE UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT . \n\n\n\n Come join us for this inaugural inter-club kayak camping event with NSPN and SMSKN. Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thoma ston\, Maine\, gathered at the Group Site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday ( or stay longer if you like). Paddling options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not appropriate fo r beginners. Minimal skills to participate include wet exit\, self and ass isted rescue\, and previous experience in ocean paddling with conditions o f wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and crossings up to 2.0M.  I will s et a limit FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I recei ve payment ([$11 per person + $7 per car]/NITE) X 1.09 (tax\; most will pa y $39.24) via paypal (PREFERRED\; gyork at tdsdotnet) or check (private me ssage me). \n\n\n\n If you prefer a private site\, contact campground dir ectly (280 Waterman Beach Rd\, South Thomaston\, ME 04858 Phone: (207) 594-7546).\n\n\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP HERE UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMEN T. \n\n\n\n You will receive full refund for your trip only if you cancel before 9 PM. on August 1\,  OR CHOOSE TO DONATE (ANY AMOUNT) TO ELLIE /L OBSTER BUOY CAMPSITES.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Britta";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Session #2 DTSTAMP:20230411T142545Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1401-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Skills Session #2  (7/9/23) will focus on overall body p osition in your kayak  We will achieve this through getting comfortable w ith the body mechanics of posture\, cooperation between upper and lower bo dy to form a C for edging and keeping loose whilst underway.  We will als o look at the components of a forward stroke to maximum efficiency and pow er.  After some attention to these skills\, we will go for a moderate pad dle and apply the skills underway.  Upon returning to the launch\, will w ill pause for introductory assisted rescue practice.  All skill levels we lcome.\n\n\n\n Location:  Odiorne State Park Boat Ramp\, NH-1A\, Rye\, N H 03870\n\n\n\n \n\n\n What You Need to Bring:  Kayak with bulk heads and a spray skirt\, PFD\, Paddles\, hat or helmet\, dress for immersion\, sun screen\, lunch\, snacks\, and water.\n\n\n\n Arrive:   9:00 am\, Beach B riefing at 9:30 am (personal gear on\, boat unloaded and packed with kit f or the day) and launch no later than 9:45 am.  Low tide at Jaffrey Point is 10:49 am\, so punctuality is key to launching on time or before to avoi d slogging through muck. \n\n\n\n Return:  3:00-4:00 pm\n\n\n\n Registra tion:   \n\n\n We use ACA insurance for skills sessions.  You need to either be an ACA member (join here for $40/year) or pay a $10 event fee  here.  The annual membership is a better deal\, as it covers all our sk ills sessions and pool sessions for a year.\n\n\n\n You also need to sign the ACA waiver at our special NSPN link here\, once a year if you're an ACA member\, or for each session if you're paying the event fee.\n\n\n\n R egister by signing up here.  You'll need your ACA member number.\n\n\n\ n Please remember to make your parking reservation at the link below.\n\n\ n\n https://www.nhstateparks.org/fees-reservations/make-an-online-reservat ion\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709 ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="DavidS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Doscher";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annisquam River and beyond DTSTAMP:20230630T164632Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1419-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Ms. Dew":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come out for a paddle in the Annisquam River starting fro m Long Wharf landing in Gloucester\, MA. For more details\, read the post on the message board. All skills welcome!\n\n DTSTART:20230707T180000Z DTEND:20230707T220000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Ms. Dew";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Diane W";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Session #1: Understanding the Ocean Environment DTSTAMP:20230530T162311Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1408-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n Our first Skills Session of 2023 will focus on the environment in which we paddle\, and open to all skill levels.  In addit ion to reviewing the information you need before venturing out on the ocea n (weather\, tides\, currents\, hazards\, etc) we will be observing and ex periencing the larger and smaller movements of the water.  After paddling out the harbor\, we will land at Brown's Island and take a short walk up the hill to view the ocean. From this vantage point\, we will be looking d own at charts and transitioning to looking out over the water to identify characteristics just noted in the chart work.  Each pod will design a jo urney for the day and then execute that journey on the water. \n\n\n\n In later Skill Session episodes\, we will focus on particular skills to cont rol your kayak and their application to different types of water movement.  \n\n\n\n What You Need to Bring:\n\n\n\n Kayak with bulk heads and a spr ay skirt\, PFD\, Paddles\, hand-held compass\, chart of area\, hat or helm et\, dress for immersion\, sunscreen\, lunch\, snacks\, water and $20 for parking.\n\n\n\n Location:  Riverhead Beach\, Ocean Avenue\, Marblehead\, MA\n\n\n\n Arrive:   @ 9:15 am\, Return:  by 3:00 pm\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n We use ACA insurance for skills sessions.  You need to either be an ACA member (join here for $40/year) or pay a $10 event fee here.  The ann ual membership is a better deal\, as it covers all our skills sessions and pool sessions for a year.\n\n\n\n You also need to sign the ACA waiver a t our special NSPN link here\, once a year if you're an ACA member\, or f or each session if you're paying the event fee.\n\n\n\n Register by signi ng up here.  You'll need your ACA member number.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230625 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UMASS Lowell Kayak Center History Paddle DTSTAMP:20230604T210125Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1416-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Ms. Dew":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n “\n\n\n\n Lowell History and Natural History Sunset Pad dle Tour\n\n\n\n Our history paddle tour focuses on the history of Lowell and the part that the Merrimack River played in developing our city. There is lots to learn about the Merrimack River watershed\, the Native America n history\, the canals\, and our natural resources up to the current day. Your guides will also seek out natural plants and animals on the shore and share what they can about the world around us\, right here in Lowell! Thi s sunset tour stays on the flatwater portion of the Merrimack River above the dam. Kayaks or canoes are available for use.\n\n\n\n ”\n\n\n\n RSVP after you’ve registered at this link:\n\n\n\n https://www.uml.edu/campus recreation/programs/kayak-center/programs/other.aspx\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Yo u’ll have to scroll down the page and make sure to pick the July 24th ev ent. Note that it’ll only cost $20 if you bring your own kayak. Good opp ortunity to bring along anyone looking to dip their toe into the sport of paddling.\n\n\n\n This is a U Lowell event\, not an NSPN event.\n\n DTSTART:20230724T230000Z DTEND:20230725T010000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Ms. Dew";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20230606T130533Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1417-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees.\n\n DTSTART:20230608T040000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=13;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle @ Fishermans Beach DTSTAMP:20230603T130522Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1410-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This trip is now posted with details and a registration l ink at:\n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/14748-wed-lunch-paddle-67 2023-fishermans-beach-swampscott/\n\n\n\n Do not try to use the RSVP featu re to respond\; please use the form in the above-referenced post to regist er. Thanks!\n\n\n\n Here is a description of a typical Wednesday Lunch pad dle:\n\n\n\n Open to all skill levels: the trip is adjusted to fit the at tendees\n \n \n Meet at launch location at 9:30.\n \n \n On the water an d paddling at 10:00am.\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to some location\n \n \n 1 hour of food\, conversation\, and relaxation\n \n \n 1.5-2 hour s of paddling to return to launch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n Thes e paddles are appropriate for independent paddlers with some ocean experie nce\, so this is not an ideal choice if it's your first time paddling on s alt water.  The Wednesday paddles are cooperative adventures\, not guided trips—however\, we strive to share useful knowledge and tips as we go\, and we try to adjust each trip to the desires and abilities of the group. Each participant is responsible for her/his own safety. Don’t assume th e trip initiators are smarter\, stronger\, better at rough water\, more at tractive\, or more skilled paddlers than you are. For more information\, s ee this description of our trip philosophy from the NSPN web site.\n\n DTSTART:20230607T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gloucester Greasy Pole Paddle DTSTAMP:20230604T195429Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1415-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Ms. Dew":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Event details can be found on the Message Board under Tri ps/Events entitled “Greasy paddle anyone?” or go to https://www.nspn. org/forum/topic/14741-greasy-float-anyone/\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20230623T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Ms. Dew";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kick-Off Paddle Revived DTSTAMP:20230603T214743Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1413-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n You will find details regarding this club paddle on our M essage Board under Trips/Events entitled Kick-Off Paddle 6/11/23.\, or go to https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/14743-kick-off-paddle-pierce-island-s unday-june-11/\n\n DTSTART:20230611T140000Z DTEND:20230611T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle TBD DTSTAMP:20230603T152723Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1412-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details will be posted here the preceding Sunday or Monda y when forecasts become reliable. At that time specific information about the trip will be also added to the Trips Forum. That message thread can al so be used for questions and conversation about the particular trip.\n\n\n \n Even though we don't know where this will occur\, here is a description of a typical Wednesday Lunch paddle:\n\n\n\n Open to all skill levels: t he trip is adjusted to fit the attendees\n \n \n Meet at launch location at 9:30.\n \n \n On the water and paddling at 10:00am.\n \n \n 1.5-2 hou rs of paddling to some location\n \n \n 1 hour of food\, conversation\, a nd relaxation\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to return to launch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n These paddles are appropriate for independent paddlers with some ocean experience\, so this is not an ideal choice if i t's your first time paddling on salt water.  The Wednesday paddles are co operative adventures\, not guided trips—however\, we strive to share use ful knowledge and tips as we go\, and we try to adjust each trip to the de sires and abilities of the group. Each participant is responsible for her/ his own safety. Don’t assume the trip initiators are smarter\, stronger\ , better at rough water\, more attractive\, or more skilled paddlers than you are. For more information\, see this description of our trip philosop hy from the NSPN web site.\n\n DTSTART:20230614T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bakers Island Light and Little Misery Cleanup DTSTAMP:20230603T135320Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1411-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n The Bakers Island Light Station is now owned by Essex Her itage and they have volunteer keepers during the summer who welcome visito rs. This trip will also include a mission to complete the recovery of a ba rrel that is resting on Little Misery\, and perhaps a little island hoppin g beyond Bakers. More background here:\n\n\n\n\n Contact me by any means i f interested\, I will start a group message.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20230610T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Knubble Bay Cabin weekend DTSTAMP:20230603T124150Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1409-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Contact me by Private Message for more info and to regist er. Some preliminary info here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VHF Radio Review & PFD Pocket Minor Injury Packets for Boats & Bodies DTSTAMP:20230411T134227Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1398-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Workshop for NSPN Members: \n\n\n Jeff Charette and Sue Hriciga (mostly Jeff) offering a convivial works hop at Sue’s home.\n\n\n The VHF Radio Review will serve as both a r efresher for those who own a VHF and a rudimentary orientation for those w anting to learn about proper VHF use for sea kayakers.  Although not a co mprehensive course on all VHF uses\, this workshop’s focus is to provide the basics of VHF protocol.  Once these parameters are outlined\, folks will pair up\, be presented with scenarios and simulate appropriate VHF re sponses.\n\n\n Occasionally whilst kayaking\, minor accidents happen t o boats and bodies. So what do we carry in our PFD pockets to quickly resp ond to these incidents?  On-the-water pocket boat repair and personal boo boo kits will be presented and how best to assemble them.  Please note ou r body booboo kits are intended to quickly respond to minor cuts and are n ot intended to be substitutes for a more complete Wilderness First Aid tra ining or kit.\n\n\n Jeff has significant kayak camping experience and has developed an additional kit for more serious and extensive on-the-land boat repairs upon returning to camp.  When out and about on islands for multi-day trips\, it is prudent to be prepared for repairs to get one back to the original launch!\n\n\n We will provide a couple of Food Savors to experiment with PFD pocket boat and body repair kits.  Come join us f or a casual afternoon of camaraderie!\n \n\n \n If you would lik e to attend\, PM me (SueH)\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20230430T170000Z DTEND:20230430T203000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grand Manan Island\, NB DTSTAMP:20230314T145359Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1397-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See the full trip posting for details:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230912 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WFA with Todd Johnstone-Wright DTSTAMP:20230112T153535Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1394-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n Hello Members\,\n\n\n\n NPSN is pleased to offer a Wilderness First Aid training with Todd Johnstone-Wright at the Gould Bar n in Topsfield. This 16 hour course is \"the perfect course for the outdoo r enthusiast or trip leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for short trips with family\, friends\, and outdoor groups.\"1  It meets requirements for ACA/BC certifications and Todd will tailor it to the inte rests and needs of paddlers. We will be in close contact\, so all particip ants are required to test for covid before attending\, with an expectation that one stay home if testing positive or if experiencing any respiratory illness symptoms.\n\n\n\n The course will be limited to 16 NSPN members a nd the cost is $205 each.  The format will be both whole room lecture and small experiential learning groups\, with much of the time spent outdoors (so dress for the weather).  Registration is by payment here in our prod uct store.  RSVP to this calendar post does not register you for the cour se.  If you need help with registration or payment\, email treasurer@nspn .org.\n\n\n\n Feel free to private message me with any questions.\n\n\n\n Sue Hriciga\, (Sue H.) \n\n\n\n 1 - https://www.soloschools.com/training -information/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230327 ATTENDEE;CN="Faye Dangelo";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Britta";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="beckt";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cdolcino";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Intro To Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20221116T003646Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1380-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n NSPN will be holding its annua l Intro To Sea Kayaking Workshop once again at the Gould Barn in Topsfield .  This event is designed to be beneficial to a wide audience\, from thos e who have never paddled any kind of boat\, to others who maybe paddle cal m locations to white water.  Regardless of your experience\, if you are i nterested in knowing more about sea kayaking\, this is a great opportunity .  At the workshop\, we will discuss what sea kayaking is about\, look at various boats\, paddles\, other gear\, clothing\, safety equipment\, and more.  It is free and open to the general public - membership is not re quired\, but for those who want to join the club\, cost is $15 for 12 mont hs.  Workshop details:\n \n\n \n Date = April 23\, 2023\n \n \n Start Time = 10:00am promptly and will go for about 4-5 hours (lunch wi ll be available)\n \n \n Location = Gould Barn - 1 Howlett St\, To psfield\, MA\n \n \n Parking = Please observe designated parking sp aces in parking lot (limited) or park on nearby streets\n \n \n Reg istration and Questions = Email NTSKW@NSPN.ORG with your name\, and up t o three questions you would like answered or topics you would like discuss ed\n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230423 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#15 Jewell I. Getaway\, May 18-21\, 2023 DTSTAMP:20221202T144433Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1381-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. IF YOU WOULD L IKE TO BE ADDED TO A WAITLIST\, SEND ME A PM (private message).\n\n\n\n Le vel 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here's a great opportun ity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 15th (almost) annual trip to Je well\, which has multiple campsite options and latrines. We typically ha ve 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an upper limit has not been established.\n\n The Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adopted\n\n \n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n THURSDAY or FRIDAY: Ar rive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod working out de tails privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Thursday or  Friday\, May 18 or 19\, in plenty of time for a ______am launch (HT is @ 1 103 and 1152\, respectively). If you are new to kayak camping\, you may n eed extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arriving no later than [BIB- 2H]. \n\n\n\n SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or i sland activities. Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, P otts Harbor (food)\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamond\, geocaching\, Jewell' s WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general camaraderie/gourmet foo ds around the camp fire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Back to cars via ????.\n\n\n\n If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any ques tions about this trip or camping in general\, Private Message (PM) me. Whe n you can commit\, please RSVP HERE. You may be asked to add some personal info to the group's trip spreadsheet\, closer to the start of the event.  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ADDED TO A WAITLIST\, SEND ME A PM (private message).\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n          \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20230518T120000Z DTEND:20230521T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="stephen lowe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jane ceraso";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Scott Williams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waves\, tides\, and currents: the kayaking environment DTSTAMP:20230117T175555Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1395-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n We'll meet at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters (across from Audubon at Joppa Flats \, on the road to Plum Island)...after we've all tested for Covid in the m orning.\n \n\n \n Come at noon to have your lunch\, socialize\, and t alk about the birds you saw in the morning if you like.  Talk starts no l ater than 1 PM.  We'll be out with the doors locked behind us by 4.\n \n \n \n We’ll learn the physical causes of waves\, tides\, and currents \, and might find out:\n \n\n \n Why do waves come in sets?\n\n Why are the waves on some beaches always dumping?\n\n Rip current…friend o r foe?\n\n Why is the water so rough around headlands?\n\n Why does a 12 second wave have 4x the energy of a 6 second wave?\n\n Why is the tid e 50 minutes later each day?\n\n Why is there a bigger and a smaller tid e each day…sometimes?\n\n Why are the tides so big in the Bay of Fundy ?\n \n\n \n Lots of drawings and graphs\, few equations (all avoidable ).\n \n\n \n After the presentation we’ll have an open discussion of strategies to deal with waves and currents as a kayaker\, where to get pr edictions\, and rules for interpolation.\n \n\n \n This event is open to paid club members only.  Please RSVP here.\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Manage Event \n \n \n DTSTART:20230211T170000Z DTEND:20230211T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Qian Liu";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patrick Donahue";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rick crangle";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Celebration of Campcraft and Camp Cookery DTSTAMP:20230118T140753Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1396-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See event listing details here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230319 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mid-Winter Party DTSTAMP:20221116T003330Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1379-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details for our annual party can be found at Trips/Events posting.  Please post there if you plan to attendant what you intend to bring for the pot luck. Also\, browse through what others indicate they ar e bringing first before you post\, and try to balance the categories of fo od so we don't end up with mostly desserts\, appetizers\, etc.\n\n\n\n FYI \, some folks have expressed concerns about the recent increases in Covid and respiratory illness when gathering indoors. I am recommending that fol ks test for Covid before attending\, and if symptomatic for a respiratory illness\, please stay home.  If the weather is moderate enough to turn th e heat off and open up the building to allow for fresh air to circulate\, we may choose to open up.  Consequently\, dress warm\, and/ or bring addi tional layers to have on hand if needed.  \n\n\n\n Folks should plan to a rrive\, set up your food and mingle for 5:00ish and be ready to eat by 6:0 0. There will be a suggestion box\, however\, no presentation and no raffl e this year.\n\n DTSTART:20230121T220000Z DTEND:20230122T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Using Floatingtrails.com to Plan Your Paddle DTSTAMP:20230105T205734Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1393-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n In this Zoom-based club event\, Joe Berkovitz will demons trate how to use his free-access floatingtrails.com website to...\n\n\n\ n Explore and download high-quality NOAA marine charts sized for your dec k\, anywhere in the Northeast\n \n \n Get weather forecasts and buoy obse rvations\n \n \n Discover new put-ins and destinations\n \n \n Visualize tides and currents\n \n \n Plan your own routes\n \n \n Share any of th is information online with your paddling partners\n \n\n Come one\, come a ll! A zoom link will be posted close to the actual event.\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20230315T230000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ruth Rohde";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lbeale";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="beckt";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Scott Williams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Clayton Kern";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sandra Blanchard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rob Nichols";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T184826Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1392-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230401T170000Z DTEND:20230401T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T183647Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1386-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230318T170000Z DTEND:20230318T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T183720Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1387-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230325T170000Z DTEND:20230325T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T183607Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1385-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230304T180000Z DTEND:20230304T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T184726Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1391-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230218T180000Z DTEND:20230218T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T184653Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1390-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230204T180000Z DTEND:20230204T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T183511Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1384-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230128T180000Z DTEND:20230128T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T183425Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1383-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20230121T180000Z DTEND:20230121T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill pool session DTSTAMP:20221209T183306Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1382-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the 2023 winter season are now available for pu rchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to paid mem bers of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email treasurer @NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are required to have insurance in order to use the pool fa cilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You need to sign the online ACA Liability Waiver for 2023 here.\n \n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $30\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $10 ACA Event Fee per session.  You c an become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $40\, which will be \"paid back\" in only four pool sessi ons since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n \n\n \n These se ssions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to of fer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, i f you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instructor wi ll have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.   If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instruc ting poolside) MUST have signed an online ACA Waiver and paid the $10 Even t Fee if they are not an ACA member.  \n \n\n \n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. If you don't have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through Pa yPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account\, or create an account instantly if you choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have t rouble\, email treasurer@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I wil l help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool sess ion purchases:\n \n\n \n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue to p banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session d ate that you want to attend and click Add To Cart\n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $10 Event Fee\, o therwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just c lick Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add anothe r pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $10 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If yo u are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangem ents on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting i f you choose.  They must have signed the online ACA waiver\, and pay the $10 Event Fee if required.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Manage Event \n \n \ n DTSTART:20230114T180000Z DTEND:20230114T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop & Paddle DTSTAMP:20221108T204115Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1378-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please see this Trips/Events forum posting for informatio n and discussions.  To register for this event\, click on the GOING butto n to the left of this window.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221119 ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Qian Liu";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paula Kendall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Suzanne McKechnie";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Zoom event-\"Sea kayaking the World\" with Justine Curgenven \, Wed.\, Nov. 9 @ 7pm DTSTAMP:20220921T015837Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1375-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please join us for this late fall Zoom event\, presented by internationally-renowned explorer and film maker (cackletv.com) Justine Curgenven\, as she recounts her experiences sea kayaking around the globe .\n\n\n\n “Sea Kayaking the World” contains highlights of kayaking ex peditions on 6 continents over the last 20 years. From Russia to Iceland &\; New Zealand to the Aleutian islands\, Justine tells hilarious stor ies of her early mistakes\, near misses and wildlife encounters. Her bubbl y enthusiasm is contagious and her honest vulnerability makes you feel lik e that thing you’ve been secretly dreaming about could be a reality. Jus tine is driven by a desire to explore as much as possible of this fascinat ing world and the people who share it. She loves being the engine on her j ourneys and going to sleep with nothing but a few millimetres of canvas b etween her and all that nature has to offer. She hopes to share those pass ions with you.\n\n\n\n To sign up for this much-anticipated talk\, RSVP he re.  A link to the presentation is on the Members-only \"NSPN Business\ " forum.  If you don't see that forum\, make sure you're a current paid m ember.\n\n\n\n             \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221109 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="boatbossbsb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephen Lessard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="karrelaw";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patrick Donahue";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jane ceraso";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Qian Liu";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rveelenturf";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John STEVENS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rkhederian";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Neil McCabe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:9th Annual NSPN Downeast Paddle Retreat\, Bar Harbor\, ME Se pt 14-17\, 2023 DTSTAMP:20221011T014412Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1377-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  9th Annual NSPN Dpowneast Paddle Retreat\, Bar Harbor\, ME  Sept.14-17\n\n  Initiator: Peter Brady\n\n\n    This now-traditio nal 4 day event is designed for folks to gather\, socialize\, and  paddle in the  Mount Desert Island area  at a great time of the year. This y ear’s retreat will be from Thursday afternoon Sept. 14th to Sunday afte rnoon Sept.17th\,  with group paddles each day on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday.  Please note that this event will be one week later than  \nMost people travel &\; arrive on Thursday afternoon or evening\, and depar t on Sunday afternoon. But some arrive sooner and leave later\, so ther e can be paddling and other activities in the days before or after the e vent.    \nOur base of operations will be at Rose Eden Cottages Rte 3\ , Bar Harbor\, \nRose Eden is a cottage resort with some 12 cabins. We c an gather there for car caravans to launch sites\, and in the evening to s ocialize and  plan next day’s trips. In 2022 We moved our base of op erations to Rose Eden\, and it worked well as a gathering spot.  A numbe r of yearly attendees will have already reserved at Rose Eden.\n For tho se who plan to stay eleswehere\, there is a wide variety of accommodations in the area \, including nearby campgrounds which have been popular.\n\nO ur base of operations will be at Rose Eden Cottages Rte 3\, Bar Harbor\,  \nRose Eden is a cottage resort with some 12 cabins. We can gather there for car caravans to launch sites\, and in the evening to socialize and   plan next day’s trips. In 2022 We moved our base of operations to Rose Eden\, and it worked well as a gathering spot.  A number of yearly atte ndees will have already reserved at Rose Eden.\n For those who plan to s tay elsewhere\, there is a wide variety of accomodations in the area \, in cluding nearby campgrounds which have been popular.\nAccommodations are on your own. Make your own arrangements (including reservations\, cancella tions deposits whatever) for your entire stay during this event. You are e ncouraged to make reservations (at Rose Eden or elsewhere) as far in advan ce as possible\, as Bar Harbor is becoming more popular as a travel dest ination\, and many hotels  are booked many months in advance.\n\n\nSee t he posting in the Trips fortum of the message board for ore detailed infor mation\n\nIf you are interested in attending\, please RSVP ( check \" I’ m going\") here in the calendar posting . \n\n\n DTSTART:20230914T220000Z DTEND:20230917T223000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Anne Waymouth";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dalerks";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rainer kohler";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Megan McOsker";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue DeMarco";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Full moon paddle\, plus more! DTSTAMP:20221002T191823Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1376-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="eneumeier":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n Sunday\, October 9\n \n\n \n sunset at  6:12 PM (Nautical twilight 7:13 PM)\n \n\n \n moonrise at 6:2 0 PM\n \n\n \n low tide: 5:32 PM\n \n\n \n high tide: 11:50 PM\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Launch Location:  \"The Greasy Po le\" - boat ramp at the downtown end of Stacy Boulevard.\n \n\n \n The plan is to launch at 4 PM\, and paddle for a couple of hours before th e moon rise. The route will be based on conditions. Possibilities include: \n \n\n \n 1) paddle out the west side of Gloucester Harbor\, past Norman's Woe to Magnolia for a short break. Watch the moon rise out of the ocean on the way back.\n \n\n \n 2) noodle through the harbor\, la nd at lighthouse beach (just past the Annisquam yacht club)\, walk out to the end of Dogbar breakwater to watch the moon rise out of the ocean. Retu rn to boats and paddle back. (Note:  It likely will be VERY cold on the b reakwater.)\n \n\n \n 3) paddle straight out Gloucester Harbor\, ar ound Dogbar breakwater to Brace's Cove.  Watch the moon rise out of the o cean. Paddle back. (Note\, the landing spot will have lots of boulders.)\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n But wait\, there's more! \n \n\n \n Come early to walk the boulevard and see the dazzling dahlias. Watch the first video:  https://generousgardeners.org/ \n \n\n \n Sta y late and have a great meal right across the street at Yella  https://w ww.yellaonthewater.com/menu-gloucester (This is where I discovered MOROC CAN SHAKSHOUKA.) They will be closing the following weekend so it may be c rowded.\n \n\n \n I'll send a group text to those who sign up to ge t a headcount to make the reservation.\n \n\n \n Liz\n \n\n \n  \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20221009T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#10 Lobster Buoy kayak camping wknd\, Sept 23-25\, 2022 DTSTAMP:20211220T203119Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1354-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n The group site is filled. Consider reserving a private si te to join the festivities.\n\n\n\n Come out and camp/paddle during prime time! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, g athered at the Group Site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddling options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not appropriate for beginners. Minimal skills to participate in clude wet exit\, self and assisted rescue\, and previous experience in oce an paddling with conditions of wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and cros sings up to 2.0M.  I will set the limit to 16 FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I receive payment ([$10 per person + $6 per car]/NITE) X 1.09 (tax) via paypal (PREFERRED\; gyork at tdsdotnet) or ch eck (private message me). \n\n\n\n If you prefer a private site\, contact campground directly\, not before mid-May (280 Waterman Beach Rd\, South Thomaston\, ME 04858 Phone: (207) 594-7546).\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n IN THE E VENT THAT AN ACT OF MOTHER NATURE PROHIBITS THIS TRIP\, FULL REFUNDS RETU RNED IMMEDIATELY\, OR CHOOSE TO DONATE (ANY AMOUNT) TO ELLIE /LOBSTER BUOY CAMPSITES.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20220923T120000Z DTEND:20220925T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Rask";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="stephen lowe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jane ceraso";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Swan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="William Doucet";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skill practice session #6 DTSTAMP:20220324T204914Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1368-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Session #6 of the Summer Skills Practice Series.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Friday lunch paddle @ Riverhead Beach DTSTAMP:20220906T112331Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1374-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please see:\n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/1442 9-friday-lunch-paddle-sept-9-2022-riverhead-beach/\n\n\n\n For complete in formation and signup link. \n\n DTSTART:20220909T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:skills practice DTSTAMP:20220822T134750Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1373-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="george record":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Does anyone want to meet at Chebacco lake to practice sel f and partner rescue?\n\n\n\n I listed an arbitrary date and time\; Cann a rrange any mutually convenient time.\n\n\n\n New member--please advise if I am posting incorrectly\n\n DTSTART:20220829T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skill practice session #4 DTSTAMP:20220324T204746Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1366-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Session #4 of the Summer Skills Practice Series.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220731 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skill practice session #3 DTSTAMP:20220324T204712Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1365-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Session #3 of the Summer Skills Practice Series.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220717 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skill practice session #2 DTSTAMP:20220324T204613Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1364-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Session #2 of the Summer Skills Practice Series.\n\n\n\n\ n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220710 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle DTSTAMP:20210628T142258Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1341-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n We typically split into different groups based on distanc e and skill level.  Trip details are dependent on weather and participant s.  Read about each group level and see who is going by clicking on each link below:\n\n\n\n Level 4\nLevel 3\nLevel 2\nLevel 1\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220618 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skill practice session #1 DTSTAMP:20220324T204444Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1363-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Session #1 of the Summer Skills Practice Series.\n\n\n\n\ n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220626 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayak Ocean Trip DTSTAMP:20210628T142045Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1340-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n We will be doing a Level 1 Ocean Introduction trip this S aturday in Portsmouth.  The plan is to launch from Odiorne to paddle unde r Wentworth bridge at the very beginning of the ebb.  We will take a disc ussion break and then ride the ebb to Frost Point beach (just inside the b reakwall) where we will get out and observe / discuss ocean conditions.  There we will take opportunities to journey outside the wall for a bit\, o r stay in the harbor and work on paddling skills\, before heading back to the boat ramp.\n\n\n\n Trip is expected to be around 3 miles.  We need to be ready to launch at 9:30am\, and return around 1:00pm.  Temps in the m id-60's with showers possible\, so dress on the warmer side and bring snac ks and a warm beverage if possible.  We won't be stopping for lunch\, so make sure your snacks are portable (eat in the boat) and plentiful enough. \n\n\n\n Parking costs around $5\, and you should reserve a space ahead of time by clicking this link.\n\n\n\n If you have questions or are interest ed in participating\, please email robert@nspn.org.  Loaner boats may be available with advanced notice for those that need them.  Please let me k now sooner rather than later.\n\n\n\n Any club members that want to assist with this trip\, please PM me so we can discuss logistics.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220611 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20210607T152005Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1334-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 49) a nd head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees.\n\n DTSTART:20220526T210000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=17;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayak Lake Sessions DTSTAMP:20210628T141939Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1339-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n For those who are new to sea kayaking\, we are holding a special lake session at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton\, MA on June 2nd startin g around 5:00pm.  We can have boats and equipment for those who ask\, as well as discussions about ocean kayaking and practice of specific skills s uch as wet exits\, re-entries\, paddle strokes\, and so on.\n\n\n\n Email robert@nspn.org if you are planning to attend\, and include any gear or eq uipment you are interested in borrowing or experimenting with.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220602 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Club Leader(ship) & Competent Paddler Training Program Intro duction DTSTAMP:20220403T192955Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1370-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n I would like to invite any and all club members to partic ipate in a Zoom presentation about a new training program designed to help club members become more involved participants on NSPN trips\, gain leade rship skills and experience within the club\, or provide others with oppor tunities to learn and develop their participation and leadership skills.  Please come listen\, ask questions\, and think about whether or not this program might be right for you.  Link is posted in the NSPN Business foru m (must be a current member to access that forum).\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220414 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paddling With NSPN Virtual Discussion DTSTAMP:20220403T200413Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1371-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n Are you new to the club?  Maybe you are a long-time member that hasn't paddled with us in a while.  Join us for a discussion about being a participant on any of the many trips with NSPN.  In this pr esentation\, we can discuss among other things:\n \n\n \n Various ways t rip organizers set up registration (and why)\n \n \n How you can deter mine if the trip is right for you (look at Trip Levels web page ahead of t ime)\n \n \n What time do you need to be there?\n \n \n On the wat er - what you should expect from the group\, and what they should expect o f you?\n \n \n What is (was) CAM\, and is it still around?  Check out this web page for more info.\n \n \n Who's leading these trips\, anyw ay?\n \n \n Who can post trips?\n \n \n You can post to the Trips/Ev ents posting if you are interested in attending\, and if there is another topic related to participating on trips you would like discussed.  The li nk for this virtual discussion is posted to the NSPN Business forum (you m ust be a current member to access that forum).\n \n\n DTSTART:20220504T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayak Workshop DTSTAMP:20220324T192320Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1362-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NSPN will be holding its annual New To Sea Kayak Workshop once again at the Gould Barn in Topsfield.  This event is designed to be beneficial to a wide audience\, from those who have never paddled any kin d of boat\, to others who maybe paddle calm locations to white water.  Re gardless of your experience\, if you are interested in knowing more about sea kayaking\, this is a great opportunity.  At the workshop\, we will di scuss what sea kayaking is about\, look at various boats\, paddles\, other gear\, clothing\, safety equipment\, and more.  It is free and open to t he general public - membership is not required\, but for those who want to join the club\, cost is $15 for 12 months.  Workshop details:\n\n\n\n D ate = April 9th\, 2022\n \n \n Start Time = 10:00am promptly and will go for about 4-5 hours (lunch will be available)\n \n \n Location = Gould Ba rn - 1 Howlett St\, Topsfield\, MA\n \n \n Parking = Please observe desig nated parking spaces in parking lot (limited) or park on nearby streets\n \n \n Registration and Questions = Email NTSKW@NSPN.ORG with your name\, and up to three questions you would like answered or topics you would like discussed\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220409 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Kayak Camping - Overnight on Squam Lake (L2) DTSTAMP:20220324T210003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1369-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join us on Squam Lake for a welcoming introducti on to kayak camping. This overnight trip is open to and intended for any NSPN member who is comfortable in L2 paddling conditions and has camping and paddling equipment suitable for early May temperatures in New Hampshir e.\n\n\n\n For full details and to join the trip\, see the full trip posti ng here\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220509 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skill practice session #5 DTSTAMP:20220324T204837Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1367-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Session #5 of the Summer Skills Practice Series. Details (place\, focus\, registration) will be added closer to date.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220821 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Easter Plunge DTSTAMP:20220323T235254Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1361-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See Trips/Events forum for details\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bold Coast and Cobscook Bay DTSTAMP:20220321T130458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1360-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Visiting Down East Maine's Bold Coast and Cobscook Bay\, this trip visits one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world\, along with one of the most dynamic and unique tidal estuaries. It takes place ov er a long weekend from Friday August 26 to Monday August 29\, 2022. Bob Le vine (rylevine) and Joe Berkovitz are the trip organizers. Daily paddles a re organized\, using the Sunset Point campground in Lubec as a home base.\ n\n\n\n Ranging from Machias Bay to Lubec and beyond to Canada's Campobell o Island\, the Bold Coast is a largely undeveloped and wild region with lo ts of dramatic cliffs and rocks\, 25+ foot tidal ranges\, strong currents and amazing wildlife. Take a look at the 2020 trip report for a sense of w hat it can be like. (We skipped 2021 due to the pandemic.)\n\n\n\n This is considered an L3+ trip. Paddlers joining this trip should be prepared for :\n\n\n\n - Daily trips of 12-15 miles\, with limited bailout options. Muc h of the Bold Coast is roadless wilderness with high cliffs rising out of the ocean.\n\n - Strong currents (>\; 4 kt in some places) and turbulent eddy lines.\n\n - Cold water\, often in the low 50s even in high summer\, with air temps in the 60s. A drysuit is essential some days.\n- Rough wat er conditions on a very exposed coastline where waves interact with rocks \, weather\, and current.\n\n - The need to stay in a cohesive pod and mai ntain strong situational awareness.\n\n - An international border crossin g (Covid-19 rules permitting) requiring a passport.\n\n\n\n Please see the associated trips forum post for more information and for a description of how to join the trip. This event does not use RSVPs.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220826 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220830 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle Series DTSTAMP:20220321T123738Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1359-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NOTE: This is a general description for all 2022 Wednesda y Lunch Paddles. Information/registration for each week’s paddle is post ed on the Trips Forum\, usually on the preceding Monday.\n\n\n\n This ser ies of paddles takes place on Wednesdays\, and provides a regular midweek opportunity to get on the water. Most of the launches will be in the Sale m Sound area\, but we'll occasionally branch out to other spots in the vic inity. (Note: We have considered moving the paddle to other days of the we ek\, but then the name \"Wednesday Lunch Paddle\" wouldn't make sense.)\n\ n\n\n Here is a description of a typical Wednesday Lunch paddle\, mildly r edacted:\n\n\n\n Meet at launch location at 9:30.\n \n \n On the water a nd paddling at 10:00am.\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to some location\ n \n \n 1 hour of food\, conversation\, and relaxation\n \n \n 1.5-2 hou rs of paddling to return to launch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n The se paddles are appropriate for independent paddlers with some ocean experi ence.  The Wednesday paddles are cooperative adventures\, not guided trip s—however\, we strive to share useful knowledge and tips as we go\, and we try to adjust each trip to the desires and abilities of the group. Each participant is responsible for her/his own safety. Don’t assume the tri p initiators are smarter\, stronger\, better at rough water\, more attract ive\, or more skilled paddlers than you are. For more information\, see th is description of our trip philosophy from the NSPN web site.\n\n\n\n Typi cally on the Monday before the trip\, we will post specific information ab out the trip on the Trips Forum.  The post's message thread can be used for RSVPs and other questions concerning the specific trip.\n\n\n\n If you haven’t paddled with one of us before\, please get in touch with one us via private message before signing up. Before departing for the launch lo cation\, please consult your favorite sources to determine wind\, tide\, and sea conditions\, so you are aware of the trip environment for that day . All paddlers should have kayaks with deck lines and bulkheads\, PFDs and spray skirts. Some paddles may also require cold water gear\, especially in the shoulder seasons: always dress for immersion.\n\n\n\n Each week's venue will be selected taking expected conditions into account. In general \, the trip will only be canceled for extreme conditions and thunderstorms .\n\n\n\n We look forward to you joining us for an enjoyable day of paddli ng and noshing! Please private message us with any questions you may have. \n\n\n\n Your faithful trip organizers\,\n\n\n\n Joe  Berkovitz\n\n Bob L evine (@rylevine).\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220504 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20220929T000000;BYDAY=WE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:All Members General Meeting DTSTAMP:20220225T220717Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1358-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n The NSPN Board of Directors would like to invite all memb ers to a General Meeting to be held via Zoom starting at 7:00pm.  This wi ll be an opportunity for the BOD to present the current status of the club \, as well as answer questions from the general membership.  Please visit the Business Forum here (must be a current member for access) for more de tails and a link to the meeting. \n\n DTSTART:20220323T230000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kklasman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Salticid";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patrick Donahue";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Richard Blais";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa Vaas";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rick crangle";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Presentation: NOAA's Paper Charts Are Going Away—Now What? DTSTAMP:20220125T222940Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1355-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Latecomer registrants: please PM me to receive zoom info for this event. \n\n  \n\n\n\n Did you know... that NOAA is in the proc ess of retiring the paper-based navigational charts we all know and use\, in favor of electronic charts (ENC)? This process officially began in 2021 \, is underway over the next 5 years\, and it will affect all of us. Many if not all of the chart products we use today\, both online and offline\, will be altered radically. Some have changed already as NOAA has already w ithdrawn support for some digital services based on the old charts.\n\n\n\ n Join Joe Berkovitz for this 90-minute Zoom seminar\, which will cover wh at our government is changing about nautical charts\, why they're doing it \, and examine the good and bad things about the change. We'll take a deta iled walk through  the use of NOAA's new online custom chart generator  which produces PDFs of the new electronic charts covering any desired area . NOAA has stated that this tool is the official replacement for the old p aper-based charts (including the digital downloads). Love it or hate it\, let's learn to use it!\n\n\n\n In order to accommodate a large number of a ttendees\, this will be a structured presentation rather than a hands-on workshop with exercises.\n\n\n\n     \n\n\n\n Zoom meeting details will be provided to attendees just prior to the actual date. All NSPN members are free to attend.\n\n DTSTART:20220224T000000Z DTEND:20220224T013000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tom Donovan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sandra Blanchard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Richard Blais";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Alex Debski";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marie Sorensen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ellen Gluckman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#14 Jewell I. Kayak Camping weekend\, 5.19-22\, 2022 DTSTAMP:20220203T041750Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1356-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here 's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-campin g without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 14th (almost ) annual trip to Jewell\, which has multiple campsite options and latrin es. We typically have 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an u pper limit has not been established.\nThe Common Adventure Model (CAM) wil l be adopted\n\n\n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n THURSD AY or FRIDAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each po d working out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Thursday or Friday\, May 19 or 20\, in plenty of time for a ______am l aunch (HT is @ 1432 and 1531\, respectively). If you are new to kayak cam ping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arriving no later than _______. \n\n\n\n SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or island activities. Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Littl e Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor (food)\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamond geocach ing\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general camaraderi e/gourmet foods around the camp fire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Back to cars via ??? ?.\n\n\n\n If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping in general\, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP on the calendar and add your i nfo to the group's trip spreadsheet\, closer to the start of the event. Wh en the calendar roster is full\, please send me a PM if you would like to be included on the waitlist.\n\n  \n\n\n\n \ngary\n\n DTSTART:20220519T160000Z DTEND:20220522T160000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kenneth Warner";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Little Whaleboat Island Geology Field Trip DTSTAMP:20220204T162359Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1357-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Little Whaleboat Island Geology Field Trip\n\n\n\n Sat. O ct 1 - Sun. Oct 2\, 2022\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n This weekend camping trip visi ts Little Whaleboat Island\, one of the lesser-known gems of Casco Bay\, w ith the aim of learning more about the beautiful and surprising rocks of t he region. We'll be joined by the distinguished Maine geology professor Dy k Eusden\, an expert on the region who has visited the island a number of times to teach courses with his Bates students (in sea kayaks\, no less!). His bio is included below.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Dyk will introduce us to th e geologic history of the region\, and help us understand some of the even ts and forces that have shaped Casco Bay with its unique formations. He'll lead us on walkabouts on the island\, showing us how to observe the rocks and gather information with a geologist's perspective. Then we'll get tog ether to assemble our observations\, discuss what we saw and\, with Dyk's help\, try to understand what it all means. It's science and paddling\, al l in one event! And\, of course\, there will be plenty of time to enjoy ou r beautiful surroundings too. (By the way\, Little Whaleboat has just beco me Maine Coastal Heritage Trust's newest land acquisition.)\n\n\n\n  \n\n \n\n Here are some details:\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n - Janet Lorang and myself a re the NSPN organizers for this trip.\n\n\n\n - We can take a maximum 10 p eople (not counting Dyk\, Janet and myself).\n\n\n\n - A contribution of $ 15 is requested to cover Dyk's expenses and time. Logistics to be covered later.\n\n\n\n - The paddle is a Level 2 trip and is sheltered from ocean conditions. It includes crossings up to 1 nm that are subject to wind chop .\n\n\n\n - You will need to arrange your own food\, water and camping equ ipment. Weather at this time is often very mild and pleasant but... it's N ew England.\n\n\n\n - In case of bad weather we can delay this trip one da y to 10/2-10/3\n\n\n\n \n -  Launch location to be determined based on a vailability\; likely spots include Merepoint or Yarmouth.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Please contact us via private message with any questions. The wai tlist is very long and we are no longer accepting new waitlist entries.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Here's some more information about Dyk:\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Dykstra Eusden\, or Dyk for short\, lives in South Paris\, Maine and recently retired from being a professor at Bates College where he taught a variety of field-based courses\; his two favorite being “Geo logy of the Maine Coast by Sea Kayak” and “Katahdin to Acadia: Explori ng Maine Geology.” He went to Bates for his B.S.\, then University of Ne w Hampshire for his M.S. and finally Dartmouth College for his Ph.D.\, all in an effort to stay close to New England’s mountains and coastline. Hi s research is on the bedrock geologic history and ancient tectonics of nor thern New Hampshire\, western Maine\, and the coast of Maine as well as ac tive tectonics\, faults and landscape geomorphology in New Zealand. This y ear he and six other geologists published a book for the lay-public titled “The Geology of New Hampshire’s White Mountains” (Durand Press).\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221003 ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephen Lessard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Eighth Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat\, Bar Harbor\, ME. Se DTSTAMP:20211215T023250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1353-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n \n Eighth Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat\, Bar Har bor\, ME September 9-12\, 2022\n\n  Initiator: Peter Brady\n\n\n This n ow-traditional  4 day event will be from Friday Sept. 9th to Monday Sept. 12th \, with group paddles each day on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday. Mo nday is a travel day\, with options for  a shorter trip winding down mi dday or early afternoon.  \nMost people travel &\; arrive on Thursday afternoon or evening and depart on Monday afternoon. Some arrive sooner a nd leave later\, \n\n There will likely be some options for biking the A cadia National  Park  carriage  trails and day hikes in the area. \n \ n\n \n    Each day there will be  organized paddles (likely two or thr ee) around Mount Desert Island\, based on weather and conditions that day. We have a menu of trips suited to this area\, and experienced participa nts familiar with the area to lead trips . We can meet at Rose Eden   every morning and around dinner time to create and confirm paddling plans for the next  day. \n    Our base of operations will be at Rose Eden Cottages Rte 3\, Bar Harbor\, \nRose Eden is a cottage resort  with som e 12 cabins. We can gather there for car caravans to launch sites\, and i n the evening to plan next days trips.   We have moved our base of ope rations for 2022  to Rose Eden\, across the road  from LLangolan Inn\,  to ensure reservations for more people earlier for the coming year. A nu mber  of yearly attendees will have already reserved at Rose Eden.  \n Accommodations are on your own. Make your own arrangements  (including reservations\, cancellation deposits whatever) for your entire stay during this event. You are encouraged to make reservations (at Rose Eden or else where)  as far in advance as possible\, as Bar Harbor is becoming  more popular as a travel destination.    \n \n\n \n Each day there will be  organized paddles (likely two or three) around Mount Desert Island\, based on weather and conditions that day. We have a menu of trips suited t o this area\, and experienced participants familiar with the area to lead trips . We can meet at Rose Eden  every morning and around dinner t ime to create and confirm paddling plans for the next  day. \n       There is a full moon on Saturday this year\, so we will try to organ ize a full moon paddle if weather and conditions allow.  \n \n\n \n If y ou are interested in attending\, please RSVP (\" I’m going\")  here in the calendar posting on  Sept. 9th. 2022.   \nA Group PM  with all of participants will get going in the  months before the event \, for i nformation sharing\,  planning and communication .\n\nSome recommended l odging: \n \n\n \n Rose Eden: our vase of operations. 12 modest cabins \, a gathering area in the rear \, laundry facilities.   \nLlangolan I nn &\; Cottages :   across the street from Rose Eden\; similar to Ros e Eden with 8 bungalows and a few rooms in the main inn.  \nHadley Poi nt Campground:  this campground  close by\,  on Hadley Point Road. Wit h a laundry room and hot showers. \nRobbins Motel: not far from Llangol an on Rte 3 for those looking for the most economical no-frills lodging on the island.\nEden Village: A cottage resort similar to Llangolan\, a s hort ways away on Rte 3.\nTrenton  (off the Island): Just across the bri dge to Mount Desert Island\, between Ellsworth and Bar Harbor there are co ttages and motels that are  probably less pricey than on Mt. Desert Isl and. \n\nThere are many other options for lodging in the area\, inc luding fine (but less conveniently located) campgrounds .  \n \n\n \n T his is a rain or shine event! This event has been a success because there is fine paddling to be had somewhere around the island in all but very har sh conditions\, and if the weather is too crummy to paddle anywhere on the ocean we can paddle the inland ponds and lakes like Long Pond or Eagle La ke\, or explore &\; hike Acadia National Park\, or play tourist around Bar Harbor. People  have often  taken a day off from paddling to explo re Mount Desert Island and there might well be an organized hike \, bike safari or two  mixed into the festivities.\n \n\n \n If you have any questions: contact  Peter Brady    (PeterB on the message board )  b y PM   \n \n\n\n\n \n \n  \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n Quote\n \n \n  \n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220913 ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jody Harris";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Barbara Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Michael Zabre";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Pat J";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid DTSTAMP:20210922T183247Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1350-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Few last minute openings available! Private message Janet L for more information.  \n\n\n\n Join NSPN for a Wilderness First Aid cl ass taught by Todd Johnstone-Wright\, expert kayaker\, BCU/ACA coach/instr uctor\, and EMT.\n\n\n\n The class will be held at the Gould Barn in Topsf ield\, MA\, from 8am-5pm.\n\n\n\n You MUST be a member to register for the course. (If not\, join here)\n\n\n\n We are requiring all participants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Masks will be worn in all patient- care scenarios and indoor activities. \n\n\n\n We promise an educational\ , practical\, and FUN experience...  hope to see many members there!\n\n\ n\n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n More info from SOLO... \n\n\n\n WH AT IS WFA?\n\n\n\n \n \n Accidents happen. People get hurt\, sick\, or lost. The temperature drops\, the wind picks up\, and it starts to rain. W ould you know what to do? Many backcountry emergencies are preventable\, a nd even when bad things happen\, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. By learning a few basic skills\, you can make the difference betwee n a good outcome and a bad one-and maybe even save a life.\n \n\n \n W HO IS THE WFA FOR?\n\n The WFA is the perfect course for the outdoor ent husiast or trip leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for s hort trips with family\, friends\, and outdoor groups. It also meets the A CA guidelines.\n \n\n \n WHAT IS TAUGHT?\n\n The WFA is 16 hours lon g (two days)\, and focuses on the basic skills of: Response and Assessment \, Musculoskeletal Injuries\, Environmental Emergencies\, Survival Skills\ , Soft Tissue Injuries\, and Medical Emergencies.\n \n\n \n IS THERE A N EXAM?\n\n Yes\, there is ongoing evaluation of practical skills\, and there are written assessments throughout the course.\n \n\n \n DO I GE T CERTIFIED?\n\n Yes. You will receive a SOLO WFA certification\, which is good for two years.\n \n \n DTSTART:20211211T130000Z DTEND:20211212T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop (Land & Water) DTSTAMP:20211022T131358Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1352-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please see the Trips posting for details\, and click on t he Going button to the left if you would like to attend.\n\n\n\n If you decide later that you can’t go\, please come back here and click on the You Are Going (leave event) button to remove yourself from the RSVP lis t.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211120 ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Raymond Allen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bernard Moor-Jankowski";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTS TAT=ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Brian McCormack";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ricardo Caivano";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Don Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Session DTSTAMP:20210415T135548Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1327-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NOTE: This session has been rescheduled from Sat. 9/4/202 1 to Sat. 10/2/21.\n\n\n\n Information about this particular session (incl uding a link to the registration form) can be found at: https://www.nspn .org/forum/topic/13981-skills-practice-session-saturday-1022021-9-am/\n\n\ n\n For general information about the series see https://www.nspn.org/for um/topic/13633-skills-practice-sessions-2021/\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20211002T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beginner-Friendly Casco Kayak Camping DTSTAMP:20210903T000114Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1349-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details here\, RSVP via google doc. \n DTSTART:20211016T040000Z DTEND:20211018T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2-Part Casco Bay camping Sojourn\, Oct 7-11 DTSTAMP:20210818T204209Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1348-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See description HERE\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211012 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Session DTSTAMP:20210415T135431Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1325-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please see details and link to registration form at:\n\n\ n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/13862-rescuesrocks-skills-practice-73 121-830am-riverhead-beach/\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20210731T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Session - CANCELED DTSTAMP:20210415T135347Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1324-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n *** CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER ***\n\n\n\n Details and regis tration for this session can be found here:\n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/f orum/topic/13845-current-skills-practice-sun-72521-9-am-cedar-point-durham -nh/\n\n\n\n\n For general information on skills practices see https://ww w.nspn.org/forum/topic/13633-skills-practice-sessions-2021/\n DTSTART:20210725T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Session DTSTAMP:20210415T135221Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1323-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details of this week's trip can be found here:\n\n\n\n ht tps://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/13820-skills-practice-session-sat-71721-830 -am-riverhead-beach-marblehead/\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20210717T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Session @ Riverhead Beach DTSTAMP:20210415T134926Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1322-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session will be held at 9:00 am at Riverhead Beach i n Marblehead.\n\n\n\n You can find complete details on this session here\, including a link to the signup form:\n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/t opic/13794-skills-practice-session-sat-71021-900-am-riverhead-beach-marble head/\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20210710T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Surfski Workshop DTSTAMP:20210614T151455Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1336-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Snyder":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Description in post.\n\n\n\n Limit 10\n\n\n\n signup htt ps://forms.gle/gsNC1Q8bWC4XNjoY8\n DTSTART:20210711T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Surf Session DTSTAMP:20210602T000620Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1333-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bill H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Thursday Nights 6 PM This is a free form skill session to practice surfing with sea kayaks. Most weeks we will paddle under the bri dge towards Hampton Beach. (to the north) This year there have been some g ood waves with long rides in Seabrook Beach. A note to all\, there can and will be strong currents when paddling out to the ocean or returning to th e harbor. Some people may arrive earlier to get more time surfing. Wear a helmet.Put in is at Seabrook Harbor (NH)\, on the Seabrook side of the Ham pton Bridge Rte 1A in the large parking lot (Bay Side). There is a restroo m which is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The parking area is FREE o n the north side of the rest rooms\, with easy access to a sandy beach lau nch. As days become shorter\, launch times may be earlier.Check the water temps before leaving and dress appropriately.See you on the water\,Bill Ha rter\n DTSTART:20210610T220000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20210826T040000;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MCHT-Paddling the Maine Coast\, Wed\, July 7\, 7-8pm DTSTAMP:20210629T130957Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1342-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Paddlers!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Looking for new places to di scover on the Maine coast? Wondering where you can spend the night in a fr ee camp site on a secluded Maine island? Have we got the answers for you!\ n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Join us on Zoom for \n\n “Paddling the Maine Coast w ith Maine Coast Heritage Trust\,” \n\n Wednesday\, July 7\n\n from 7: 00 – 8:00 pm.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Maine Coast Heritage Trust has been con serving special places on the Maine coast since 1970\, thanks to the gener osity of thousands of donors over the years.\n\n\n\n That translates to 14 8 public preserves with 99 miles of trails and 329 protected islands. We h ave some fantastic paddling destinations to share with you!\n\n\n\n MCHT b oard chair Tom Armstrong and project manager Bob DeForrest are experienced kayakers and will take you on a virtual tour that highlights MCHT preserv es in each coastal region along the coast that make particularly good dest inations for paddlers.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n There will be plenty of time at the end for your questions.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n REGISTER NOW at https://ww w.mcht.org/event/paddling-the-maine-coast/\n\n\n\n Hope to see you!\n\n\n\ n  \n\n\n\n Ceci Danforth\n\n Outreach Coordinator\, Maine Coast Heritage Trust\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210707 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle DTSTAMP:20210609T212129Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1335-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n The Annual Solstice Paddle Returns!!\n\n\n\n Time: Ready to launch 9:30am\, back for potluck by 4:00pm\n\n\n\n Trips: We typically have a large group that breaks into separate pods based on experience and goals for the day.  Based on a cooperative group concept\, trips will not have assigned leaders\, but instead will call on the skills and leadershi p within each group as needed or designated.  The shortest and easiest tr ip will be a Level 2 group (along with experienced leaders)\, a moderate t rip will be Level 3\, and the most ambitious group will be Level 4.  The actual trip parameters will be based on weather\, sea conditions\, and par ticipants\, so breakout discussions will occur as information becomes avai lable.\n\n\n\n PPPO: Tradition calls for a Post-Paddle-Pig-Out\, where we all meet for a pot-luck gathering and share tales of the day\,  catch up with those we haven't seen lately\, and make new friends.  Although we ha ve usually held the paddling trip out of Riverhead Beach\, then crossed th e street to picnic benches at Devereux\, the benches were removed last yea r and parking severely restricted\, both physically and financially.  I a m waiting for the Parks &\; Recreation department to provide an update\ , and a reconsideration of this location may be necessary - please stay tu ned.\n\n\n\n Requirements: Please note that this is a sea kayaking trip\, so boats appropriate for the ocean are required.  I loosely define this a s a boat with integral flotation front and rear (or added for skin-on-fram e kayaks)\, deck lines around the majority of the perimeter\, and cockpit coaming that accepts a spray skirt.  PFD's are required\, as well as appr opriate safety gear for your level of experience.  If you are unsure abou t your equipment or experience\, feel free to reach out on the forum or di rectly to me for answers.\n\n\n\n Participants: This trip is open to all a ctive NSPN members (please email membership@nspn.org if you have any issue s)\, regardless of experience.  Please be honest with your trip level sel ection\, and be prepared for a possible adjustment based on group makeup.   If you are unsure about what trip level to list\, don't hesitate to ask .\n\n\n\n Registration: Please POST TO THE TRIP THREAD (click this link) i f you plan to attend\, and indicate what trip level you might be intereste d\, with the understanding that you are not committing to a particular tri p\, but just gives us an idea of what the general size of the different gr oups might look like.  Any additional information about what you might li ke to get out of the day could also help us determine pod designations as well.  also\, if you would like to share what you might bring to the pot luck\, that is always nice\, too.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210619 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayak Workshop DTSTAMP:20210528T120223Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1332-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Back by popular demand is NSPN's annual (kind of) New To Sea Kayak Workshop to be held at the Gould Barn in Topsfield.  This event is designed to be beneficial to a wide audience\, from those who have nev er paddled any kind of boat\, to others who maybe paddle calm locations to white water.  Regardless of your experience\, if you are interested in k nowing more about sea kayaking\, this is a great opportunity.  At the wor kshop\, we will discuss what sea kayaking is about\, look at various boats \, paddles\, other gear\, clothing\, safety equipment\, and more.  It is free and open to the general public - membership is not required\, but for those who want to join the club\, cost is $15 for 12 months.  Workshop d etails:\n\n\n\n Date = June 26th\, 2021\n \n \n Start Time = 10:00am pro mptly and will go for about 4-5 hours (lunch will be available)\n \n \n L ocation = Gould Barn - 1 Howlett St\, Topsfield\, MA\n \n \n Parking = Pl ease observe designated parking spaces in parking lot or park on nearby st reets\n \n \n Registration or Questions = Email NTSKW@NSPN.ORG with your name\, and up to three questions you would like answered or topics you wou ld like discussed\n \n\n 2021 NTSKW Flyer.pdf\n DTSTART:20210626T140000Z DTEND:20210626T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Zoom with MITA DTSTAMP:20210511T171448Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1331-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n The North Shore Paddlers Network and the Southern Maine S eakayaking Network are pleased to welcome the Maine Island Trail Associat ion (MITA) for a conversation about what's new on the Maine Island Trail. Join MITA's Program Director Brian Marcaurelle and Trustee Dan Carr to exp lore the newest Trail sites and discuss MITA's latest initiatives\, which aim to strengthen relations with Maine's fishing community\, increase coa stal boat launching and parking options\, and improve the Trail experience in Penobscot Bay. Following an introductory presentation\, MITA will seek input and suggestions from our knowledgeable group to guide their work.\n \n\n\n  \n \n Zoom meeting information is in the NSPN Business forum (ac cessible to current paid members only)\n \n\n\n\n DTSTART:20210602T230000Z DTEND:20210603T003000Z ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Last Traverse and Managing Risk in High-Consequence Envi ronments (Zoom) DTSTAMP:20210511T170302Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1330-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n On May 24\, Ty Gagne will be giving a Zoom presentation t o NSPN about his work and thoughts in risk management. Bring your question s for a Q+A at the conclusion of the presentation. Hope you can join us!\n \n\n\n The Last Traverse and Managing Risk in High-Consequence Environment s: On a mountain somewhere above treeline\, in some of the coldest and wor st winter conditions imaginable\, two men lie unconscious in the snow as e xplosive winds batter the nearby summits. In The Last Traverse\; Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites\, Ty Gagne lays out the events that le d up to an epic and legendary rescue attempt in severe and dangerous winte r conditions in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. More than a cautiona ry tale\, it is a tribute to all the volunteers and professionals who will ingly put themselves in harm’s way to save lives. In addition to discuss ing the book\, Ty will also cover decision-making and risk management prin ciples in unpredictable and unforgiving environments.\n\n\n\n Ty Gagne is chief executive officer of New Hampshire Public Risk Management Exchange (Primex³)\, a public entity risk pool serving local governments in New H ampshire. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder and the author of the book The Last Traverse: Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites an d Where You’ll Find Me: Risk\, Decisions\, and the Last Climb of Kate M atrosova. Two of his essays\, “Emotional Rescue\,” and “Weakness in Numbers: How a Hiking Companion can be Dangerous” were published in App alachia journal. \n\n\n\n https://zoom.us/j/98343533459?pwd=YlBrcG5zeTA4YW RXbVQzd3R1cEthUT09\n\n\n\n Meeting ID: 983 4353 3459\n\n Passcode: 161693\ n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20210524T230000Z DTEND:20210525T003000Z ATTENDEE;CN="spuglisi";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sandra Blanchard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dabend";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patrick Donahue";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mattdrayer";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="EEL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:RAIN DATE: SS Coastwatch Island Cleanup DTSTAMP:20210429T184554Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1329-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This is the alternate date for the event scheduled on Sat urday 9/25:\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20210926T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Island Cleanup with Salem Sound Coastwatch DTSTAMP:20210429T184354Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1328-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Make the sound a better place! NSPN and Salem Sound Coas twatch are combining forces to clean up our islands in the sound. The goal of this event is to clear marine waste from the Gooseberries\, Coney an d Great Haste. Most likely\,  some paddlers will clean up the beach and collecting trash into bags while others shuttle the waste to a waiting s kiff. Our plans will need to be flexible to find out what works best and t o stay safe at all times.\n\n\n\n We think we will need about a dozen padd lers who are comfortable with typical landing conditions on these islands\ , and some who are OK with approaching larger craft safely on the water.\ n\n\n\n More details will be provided closer to the date.\n\n\n\n In case of bad weather\, this activity will be rescheduled to the following day\, 9/26.\n\n\n\n If you're an NSPN member and you'd like to help\, please sup ply your info at this form\, and we'll get back to you later in the season as soon as we know more!\n\n\n\n https://forms.gle/ngZDaRKuC2AauRCY9\n DTSTART:20210925T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:7th  Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat \; Bar Harbor ME  Septe mber Sept. 10-13 2021 DTSTAMP:20210415T114917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1321-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n 7th  Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat \; Bar Harbor ME \n\ n September Sept. 10-13 2021\n\nInitiator: Peter Brady \n\n\n\n This will be our seventh Downeast Retreat on Mount Desert Island .\n\n\n\n For more detailed Information\, check the trip posting in the Trips Forum of the M essage Board \nAs in the last six years\, this four day event will span the weekend after Labor Day\,  beginning on Friday morning Sept 10  and will wind down on Monday afternoon\, September13. \nIf you would like to come to this event: Please RSVP\n\n  (“I’m going”) here in the cale ndar posting.\n\n\n\n Your name will then be included in a PM thread for a ll participants\, and we will share information in the months and weeks le ading up to the event. This will include a google docs spreadsheet where p articipants can add their information for us to share. \n\n\n\n Our base of operations will be at LLangolan Inn &\; Cottage Resort \n\n\n\n Acc ommodations and food are on your own. \n\n  \n\n\n\n Every day (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\, Monday) we will have  group paddles in the area  ar ound Mt.Desert Island.\n\nThere will be a Meet &\; Greet gathering at L Langolan Inn on Thursday 6PM and a Pot Luck in the barn at LLangolan o n Saturday night.\n\n  \n\n\n\n Please PM Peter Brady (PeterB)  if you have any questions. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n  \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210914 ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="john power";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice Session DTSTAMP:20210415T135508Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1326-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Details will be posted here and on the trip forum the pre ceding week. For more information see https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/13 633-skills-practice-sessions-2021/\n DTSTART:20210807T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle Series DTSTAMP:20210413T173206Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1320-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NOTE: This is a general description for all 2021 Wednesda y Lunch Paddles. Information/registration for each week’s paddle is post ed on the Trips Forum\, usually on the preceding Monday.\n\n\n\n This ser ies of paddles takes place on (surprise!) Wednesdays\, and provides a regu lar midweek opportunity to get on the water. Most of the launches will be in the Salem Sound area\, but we'll occasionally branch out to other spot s in the vicinity.\n\n\n\n Here is a description of a typical Wednesday Lu nch paddle:\n\n\n\n Meet at launch at 9:30.\n \n \n On the water and pad dling at 10:00am.\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to some location\n \n \ n 1 hour of food\, conversation\, and relaxation (a/k/a LUNCH!)\n \n \n 1.5-2 hours of paddling to return to launch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n These paddles are appropriate for independent paddlers with ocean ex perience.  The Wednesday paddles are cooperative adventures\, not guided trips—however\, we strive to share useful knowledge and tips as we go. E ach participant is responsible for her/his own safety. Don’t assume the trip initiators are smarter\, stronger\, better at rough water\, more attr active\, or more skilled paddlers than you are. For more information\, see this description of our trip philosophy from the NSPN web site.\n\n\n\n T ypically on the Monday before the trip\, we will post specific information about the trip on the Trips Forum.  The post's message thread can be us ed for RSVPs and other questions concerning the specific trip.\n\n\n\n If you haven’t paddled with one of us before\, please get in touch with one us via private message before signing up. Before departing for the launch location\, please consult your favorite sources to determine wind\, tide \, and sea conditions\, so you are aware of the trip environment for that day. All paddlers should have kayaks with deck lines and bulkheads\, PFDs and spray skirts. Some paddles may also require cold water gear\, especia lly in the shoulder seasons.\n\n\n\n Each week's venue will be selected ta king expected conditions into account. In general\, the trip will only be canceled for extreme conditions and thunderstorms.\n\n\n\n We look forward to you joining us for an enjoyable day of paddling and noshing! Please pr ivate message us with any questions you may have.\n\n\n\n Your faithful tr ip organizers\,\n\n\n\n Joe  Berkovitz\n\n Bob Levine (@rylevine).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210505 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20210929T040000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#13 Jewell I. kayak camping DTSTAMP:20201105T172445Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1311-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here 's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-campin g without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 13th annual trip to Jewell\, which has multiple campsite options and latrines. We ty pically have 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an upper limi t has not been established.\nThe Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adop ted\n\n\n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n THURSDAY or FRI DAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod working out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Thursd ay or Friday\, May 13 or 14\, in plenty of time for a ______am launch. If you are new to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\ , so plan on arriving no later than _______. \n\n\n\n SATURDAY: Agenda TB D-bring your ideas for a day paddle or island activities. Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Gre at Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general camaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Ba ck to cars via ????.\n\n\n\n If you would like to join this group of frien dly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping in general \, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP on the calen dar and PM the following information to your specific pod organizer\, whe n that has been sorted out\, close to event:\n-Auto color\, make\, model\, and tag#.\n-Contact info\, including cell\, emergency contact and permiss ion to share with participants.\n\n\n\n \ngary\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20210513T140000Z DTEND:20210516T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jordan Engel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="EEL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kenneth Warner";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2021 Muscongus Bay Getaway DTSTAMP:20210204T010756Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1314-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kyle.Martin":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for this 4-day 3 night crusade to escape the r ealities of modern life. Accommodations will be centered around the rustic Maine Island Lodge located in the heart of Muscongus Bay on Gay Island and includes private and shared rooms\, bathrooms with hot showers\, and f ull kitchen amenities. Provisions will be self-provided this year with the potential for lobsters for interested parties. Itineraries from prior yea rs have included day one: meeting at the dedicated and private put in to  load boats and paddle to the lodge\; days 2 and 3 typically consist of t aking advantage of the diverse route selection of epic day trips\; and day 4: loading and paddling back to cars. Please DM me for more details. RSVP once you have confirmed your spot on the trip.  \n\n\n\n Maine Island L odge \n\n\n\n Link to last years trip report. \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210615 ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bob Dawson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Evelyn Landry";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John Harkey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kate";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#9 LobsterBuoy Interclub car-camping weekend\, Sept. 10-12\, 2021 DTSTAMP:20210324T184728Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1319-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP ON NSPN CALENDAR UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT Y OUR PAYMENT.\n\n\n\n Come out and camp/paddle during prime time! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathered at the Group Site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddling options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not appropriate for beginners. Minimal skills to participate include wet exit\ , self and assisted rescue\, and previous experience in ocean paddling wit h conditions of wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and crossings up to 2.0 M. BECAUSE OF COVID RULES/RESTRICTIONS/CONSIDERATIONS\, USUAL POT-LUCK M EALS NOT HAPPENING. MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING WHEN CONGREGATING (LAUNCH/ LAND/CAMPFIRE). PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY F OR THEIR PARTICIPATION\, BASED ON MAINE AND PARTICIPANT'S HOME STATE RULES (bolded text as of March\, 2021).  This trip will be cross-posted to S MSKN to encourage participation from this collegial group. I will set th e limit to 16 FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I r eceive payment ([$8.50 per person + $5.50 per car]/nite) X 1.09 (tax) via paypal (PREFERRED\; gyork at tdsdotnet) or check (private message me). \ n\n\n\n If you prefer a private site\, contact campground directly\, not b efore mid-May (280 Waterman Beach Rd\, South Thomaston\, ME 04858 Phone : (207) 594-7546).\n\n\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP ON NSPN CALENDAR UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT.\n\n\n\n IN THE EVENT THAT Q20 PROHIBITS THIS TRIP\ , FULL REFUNDS RETURNED IMMEDIATELY\, OR CHOOSE TO DONATE (ANY AMOUNT) TO ELLIE /LOBSTER BUOY CAMPSITES.\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20210910T160000Z DTEND:20210912T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Swan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vladimir Gersht";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:EASTER BUNNY PLUNGE DTSTAMP:20210323T011639Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1318-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JaneC":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Eighth or ninth (depending on how you look at it) annual Easter Bunny Plunge\n\n\n\n For details and to sign up use this link\n\n\n \n\n  \n DTSTART:20210403T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop Paddle DTSTAMP:20210303T145034Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1317-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rylevine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Cold Water Workshop paddle from Riverhead\, Marblehead\, MA. Beach briefing starts at 10am. COVID compliant trip\; masks\, social d istancing\, and pod number restrictions. See announcement on NSPN Trips fo rum for description.\n DTSTART:20210410T140000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Faye Dangelo";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sarah Nickerson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop Zoom Session DTSTAMP:20210303T144553Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1316-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rylevine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This is a zoom session from 7:00-9:00pm. See announcement in NSPN Trips Forum for description.\n DTSTART:20210408T230000Z DTEND:20210409T010000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Benjamin Rechel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Frederick Goodman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sandra Blanchard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sarah Nickerson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Faye Dangelo";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Scott Williams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="DaveBergsbaken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patrick Donahue";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Making Charts with QGIS DTSTAMP:20210302T192306Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1315-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Are you interested in learning how to make completely pro fessional-looking nautical charts of any location in the United States\, r eady to put on your kayak?\n\n\n\n To do that\, are you willing to learn to use a technical software program aimed at map-making professionals?\n\ n\n\n If so\, this might be a workshop that's worthwhile for you. Join me on Zoom as I walk you through the process of creating charts with Quantum GIS\, or QGIS as it's popularly known. QGIS is a free\, open-source Geogr aphic Information Systems (GIS) application. I have been using this progr am for the last year and while it has a steep learning curve\, it absolute ly delivers everything that I need to make top-notch charts and more. It i s also extremely customizable\, so that you aren't stuck with one idea of how things should look. Here's a link to a sample chart of Salem Sound if you want to get an idea of the quality and flexibility.\n\n\n\n The progr am is very powerful and deep\, so we won't cover using QGIS in general. I nstead\, this event will focus on a specific recipe for making a usable 11x17\" document from NOAA nautical charts. We will not be starting from scratch: I will provide a project template that includes access to onlin e marine charts\, satellite imagery\, street maps and magnetic north line s as well as other items.  All mapping data is automatically downloaded o ver the internet as needed\, so there is no need to figure out how to get chart files for specific areas.\n\n\n\n I will provide some online mater ials in advance\, so that you can get set up with QGIS and practice befor e the event.\n\n\n\n If you would like to sign up\, please register here:  https://forms.gle/tssxfgPzmYe2dVU27\n DTSTART:20210421T230000Z DTEND:20210422T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Online Trip Planning Workshop DTSTAMP:20210202T165544Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1313-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n THIS EVENT IS:\n\n\n\n A set of 3 sessions over Zoom\, ai med at improving paddlers’ ability to research\, plan and execute paddli ng trips in typical local areas used by the club\, up to NSPN Level 3. No prior experience is needed. Joe Berkovitz and Bob Levine will co-teach th is class.\n\n\n\n The class is built around an online workbook of exercise s created by the instructors and others. Lecture and presentation will be kept to a minimum. Wherever possible\, material will be introduced in the context of solving real-world problems. Some exercises will be done online with the instructors\, some in student breakout sessions or “pods”\, and some offline.\n\n\n\n As a culminating exercise\, small groups student s will plan one or more “fantasy” paddles given a set of expected weat her conditions\, and present their plans to the class for critique.\n\n\n\ n Registration is not limited. If there are over 12 students\, we will ask more experienced paddlers to limit their interaction with us (i.e. audit the course)\, so that we can give less experienced folks the individual at tention they need.\n\n\n\n REGISTRATION:\n\n\n\n You can register using th is form: \n\n\n\n https://forms.gle/rCfFMrKGeXHfHE4W8 \n\n\n\n WHEN IT ’S HAPPENING:\n\n\n\n On three Saturdays in 2021: March 13\, 20 and 27 f rom 1-3:30 pm.\n\n\n\n March 13: Navigation\n\n March 20: The Coastal Envi ronment\n\n March 27: Planning a Trip\n\n\n\n In the week preceding the fi rst session\, a package of information including a Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants via private email.\n\n\n\n WHAT IT COVERS:\n\n\n\n 3/13  - Part 1: Navigation\n\n\n\n \n Essentials of map and compass us e:\n \n\n \n \n Scale and distance\n \n \n \n \n Th e coordinate grid\n \n \n \n \n Magnetic variation\n \n \n \n \n True and magnetic bearings on the map and in the world\ n \n \n \n \n \n Reading and interpreting nautical charts\n \n\n \n \n Depth\n \n \n \n \n Buoyage and Channels\n \n \n \n \n Coastal topography\n \n \n \n \n Sui tability for landing and launching\n \n \n \n \n \n Parsing the v isual environment\n \n \n \n \n Sources for nautical charts\n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n 3/20 - Part 2: The Coastal Environment\n\n\n\n \n Understan ding and predicting weather and sea conditions\n \n \n \n \n Understan ding and predicting tides: water level\, volume\, currents\n \n \n \n \n Interactions between weather\, tides and geography:\n \n\n \n \n Weather and geography\n \n \n \n \n Tides and geography\n \n \n \n \n Weather and tides\n \n \n \n \n \n Onl ine information resources\n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n 3/27 - Part 3: Planning\n\ n\n\n \n Balancing the environment\, the group’s desires and the gr oup’s capabilities\n \n \n \n \n Determining an ability level for th e trip\n \n \n \n \n Estimating duration and effort\n \n \n \n \n Anticipating and adjusting for tides\, weather and visibility\n \n \n \n \n Handrails\, crossings\n \n \n \n \n Shipping and boating\n \n \ n \n \n Identifying and using ranges\n \n \n \n \n Places to rest\, eat\, refresh\n \n \n \n \n Anticipating decision points and escape o ptions on the water\n \n \n \n \n Documenting the planned route\n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n Appendix: Logistics\n\n\n\n \n Parking and access\n \n \n \n \n Organizing an NSPN club trip\n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n WHAT IT IS N’T:\n\n\n\n This workshop is not a full-blown Coastal Navigation and Ti dal Planning course\, nor does it substitute for trip leader training. Som e materials are specific to areas frequently paddled by the club. All NSPN members are encouraged to develop their skills through professional instr uction from accredited sources.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n WHAT YOU’LL NEED:\n\n \n\n \n A color printer or other way to print the maps\n \n \n \n \n A handheld plastic compass (preferably with string attached)\n \n \n \n \n Pencils\n \n \n \n \n Paper or other note-taking device\n \n \ n\n  \n\n\n\n EXTRA BENEFITS:\n\n\n\n You'll get acquainted with other NS PN members at approximately your own level\, who can become paddling partn ers!\n DTSTART:20210313T180000Z DTEND:20210313T203000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20210327T040000;BYDAY=SA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Big Trips with Brett Friedman (on Zoom) DTSTAMP:20210104T141934Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1312-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n After 10 years of dreaming Brett Friedman felt he had wai ted long enough. In 2011 he completed a long time goal and kayaked the Ins ide Passage of Alaska. It opened his eyes to the importance of doing audac iously big outdoor adventures. Join us on January 23rd at 3pm to find out why big trips are important\, and how to make your own dream trips happen. \n\n\n\n Zoom link: \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  https://mit.zoom.us/j/934280545 01\n\n\n\n About Brett: For the past twenty years Brett Friedman has fough t a losing battle with an addiction to kayaking in Alaska\, while working as an outdoor educator\, guide and author. Brett's work is focused on help ing people getting started with outdoor adventures while building a connec tion to the natural world they are adventuring in. You can find him on You Tube at Adventure Otaku. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20210123T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cancelled.Halloween Sunset Moonrise DTSTAMP:20201010T145038Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1310-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="eneumeier":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n     \n\n\n Saturday evening\, 10/31\n\n\n\n Sunset: 5: 37 PM\n\n\n\n Moonrise: 5:58 PM\n\n\n\n Low tide: 6:03 PM\n\n\n\n Launch a t 4:00 PM from the greasy pole boat ramp or the Rocky Neck parking lot\, o ver the rip rap. Beach briefing and route CAM discussion at 3:30 PM. \n\n \n\n Gloucester Harbor to Brace Cove or Kettle Island. If it is too windy to go outside the harbor\, we would stop at Lighthouse Cove\, climb up ont o Dogbar\, walk to the end to watch the moonrise. \n\n\n\n Finish the eve ning at The Studio on Rocky Neck or Yella on the Water on the boulevard (i f they are still open).\n\n\n\n Small craft warning obviously cancels this trip. Drysuits required. Costumes optional but encouraged. Be creative wi th your mask. ?\n\n\n\n Liz\n DTSTART:20201031T190000Z DTEND:20201101T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Piscataqua Current Play DTSTAMP:20201010T140359Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1309-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Trip details can be found here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201019 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fire and Ice: Boston Harbor Geology DTSTAMP:20200907T192928Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1308-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This L3 trip of 12+ nautical miles will be led by myself and Bob Levine from Winthrop Boat Launch to the Boston Harbor Islands\, l ooking at interesting geological and historical features while we enjoy th e beautiful setting. \n\n\n\n Please click on the link below to view the full post with details and a link to register:\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: Paddling in Current - Cancelled DTSTAMP:20200206T153842Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1291-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session has been cancelled due to forecast condition s. We'll reschedule it for another time.\n\n\n\n This session will focus o n paddling in current\, using the Piscataqua River and surrounding areas. We will be meeting at Odiorne State Park Boat Launch at 8:30 am\, to launc h at 9:00 am.  We will be off the water by early/mid afternoon.\n\n\n\n C ovid-19 paddling: on this trip we will strictly observe social distancin g and MA state recreational boating guidelines for the pandemic. Please re search and respect all regulations that apply at the time of the paddle.  In particular\, we will stay at least 6 feet apart\, minimize sharing do cks and ramps with others\, and wear face masks while off the water in p ublic use areas.\n\n\n\n We also employ an online waiver to avoid passing around a physical piece of paper. You must register using the form link below to be sure that you're actually on the paddle.\n\n\n\n Registratio n: To attend\, please register using this form which will also add your i nformation to the float plan. Be sure you have made a parking reservation first (see below!)\n\n\n\n https://forms.gle/2FDBQZaPpNfqAPVr9\n\n\n\n You must be a paid-up NSPN member to join this trip. Your signup informatio n will only be shared with other participants.\n\n\n\n Location: Odiorne State Park\, NH\n\n\n\n Parking: The Boat Launch Parking Lot for Odiorne S P: https://goo.gl/maps/xppZ9LdpXspee8o76. \n\n\n\n You must make advance parking reservations at Odiorne State Park in order to be on this trip. Y ou can do that here:\n\n\n\n  https://newhampshirestateparks.reserveameri ca.com/camping/odiorne-point-state-park/r/deDetails.do?contractCode=NH& \;parkId=270106\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n This session requires a helmet.\n\n\n\n Read more about Skills Practice.\n DTSTART:20200920T123000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jewell #12 Make-up camping weekend\, Oct 1-4 DTSTAMP:20200509T000225Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1302-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n  \n\n\n\n COVID PRECAUTIONS STRICTLY ADHERED TO PLEASE\n \n\n\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reu nion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 12th annual trip to Je well\, which has multiple campsite options and latrines. We typically ha ve 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\; an upper limit has been se t @ 16.\nThe Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adopted\n\n\n\n The SUGG ESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n Th or FRIDAY: Arrive at _____ (mult iple launch site options\, with each pod working out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Th or Fri\, Oct 1 or 2\, in plen ty of time for a ______am launch (HT-1144 (Th)\; 12N (Fri)). If you are ne w to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan o n arriving no later than _______. \n\n\n\n SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring you r ideas for a day paddle or island activities (HT-0722). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Grea t Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and g eneral camaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Bac k to cars via ???? (HT-1323).\n\n\n\n If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping i n general\, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP on the calendar and PM the following information to your specific pod organi zer\, when that has been sorted out\, close to event:\n-Auto color\, make\ , model\, and tag#.\n-Contact info\, including cell\, emergency contact an d permission to share with participants.\n\n\n\n RSVP preference given to original (May) cast of characters.\n\n\n\n \ngary\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20201001T160000Z DTEND:20201004T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jordan Engel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug Cooke";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: TO BE RESCHEDULED DTSTAMP:20200206T153713Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1290-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n We will be rescheduling the surf-related sessions later i n the year at a suitable venue.\n DTSTART:20200919T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:#8 Muscle Ridge/Lobster Buoy Campsites DTSTAMP:20191113T002712Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1272-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP ON NSPN CALENDAR UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT Y OUR PAYMENT.\n\n\n\n Come out and camp/paddle during prime time! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathered at the Group Site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddling options abound: NE to O wls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not a ppropriate for beginners. Minimal skills to participate include wet exit\, self and assisted rescue\, and previous experience in ocean paddling with conditions of wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and crossings up to 2.0M . BECAUSE OF Q20 RULES/RESTRICTIONS/CONSIDERATIONS\, USUAL POT-LUCK MEALS NOT HAPPENING. MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING WHEN CONGREGATING (LAUNCH/LAND/ CAMPFIRE). PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY FOR TH EIR PARTICIPATION\, BASED ON MAINE AND PARTICIPANT'S HOME STATE RULES.   This trip may be cross-posted to SMSKN to encourage participation from f riendly paddlers from this group. I will set the limit to 16 FOR THE GRO UP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I receive payment ($15 per n ite) via paypal (PREFERRED\; gyork at tdsdotnet) or check (private message me). \n\n\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP ON NSPN CALENDAR UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YO UR PAYMENT.\n\n\n\n IN THE EVENT THAT Q20 PROHIBITS THIS TRIP\, FULL REFUN DS RETURNED IMMEDIATELY\, OR CHOOSE TO DONATE (ANY AMOUNT) TO ELLIE /LOBST ER BUOY CAMPSITES.\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20200821T160000Z DTEND:20200823T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: Tidal Currents DTSTAMP:20200206T153546Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1289-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session has been replaced by Rock Gardening 2. Pleas e see the following Trips post:\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20200815T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Marblehead rocks & islands DTSTAMP:20200806T113005Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1307-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n For details/signup please click through to this post:\n\n \n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20200807T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: Rock Gardening / Incident Management DTSTAMP:20200206T153209Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1288-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please read the trip posting for more information about t his session. You must register in advance using the form link in the post: \n\n\n\n\n If you want to know more about the series of events in general\ , Read more about Skills Practice.\n\n\n\n This session requires a helmet .\n DTSTART:20200808T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: More Boat Control / Paddling in Wind and Wa ves DTSTAMP:20200206T153105Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1287-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session is part of a series where NSPN members can learn and cooperatively practice paddling skills in a saltwater environme nt. There is no skill level requirement\, you just need a safe boat and ba sic gear:\n\n\n\n closed-deck sea kayak suitable for coastal paddling\, w ith sealed bulkheads or float bags\, and grab lines along the perimeter\n \n \n dress for immersion and spray skirt\n \n \n lunch\, snacks and flu id\n \n \n a desire to have fun\, learn and share!\n \n\n Read more about the Skills Practice series here. \n\n\n\n Location: Riverhead Beach\, M arblehead. https://goo.gl/maps/fgbGt3piMjoHVQJb6\n\n\n\n Registration: P lease fill out this form to get your details on the float plan: https://f orms.gle/BPQg5JyCXAmNeh6W8\n\n\n\n Session Content: \n\n\n\n Even More B oat Control: Modify your boat’s movement with draws\, prys\, rudders\, b races and more.\n \n \n If there is sufficient wind – Boat Handling in Wind and Waves: Use strokes that work in the ocean and weather environmen t to get the results you want.\n \n \n If we don't have much wind – Ro ck Gardening: Practice reading and paddling in the dynamic water around o ur many local rocks. This will focus on technique\, not adrenaline! Big c onditions will cancel this segment\, but predictions are for only  ~1 fo ot swells.\n \n\n Due to the potential for rock gardening\, please bring y our helmet. If you don't have one\, let us know and we'll try to rustle one up for you.\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20200725T130000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="sharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Thomas Ennis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mark Johnson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Whalen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David B Brenner";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: Forward/Reverse Strokes and Rescues DTSTAMP:20200206T153003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1286-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session is part of a series where NSPN members can learn and cooperatively practice paddling skills in a saltwater environme nt. There is no skill level requirement\, you just need a safe boat and ba sic gear:\n\n\n\n closed-deck sea kayak suitable for coastal paddling\, w ith sealed bulkheads or float bags\, and grab lines along the perimeter\n \n \n dress for immersion and spray skirt\n \n \n lunch\, snacks and flu id\n \n \n a desire to have fun\, learn and share!\n \n\n Read more about the Skills Practice series here. \n\n\n\n Location: Riverhead Beach\, M arblehead. https://goo.gl/maps/fgbGt3piMjoHVQJb6\n\n\n\n Registration: P lease fill out this form to get your details on the float plan: https://f orms.gle/1yUszrjAxDrnw9o79\n\n\n\n Session Content: \n\n\n\n Forward and Reverse Strokes: Making your boat move is easy\, but doing it efficiently is a bigger challenge. Get the most movement from the least effort. \n \ n \n Rescues: Help get ourselves back into boats when on the water. Note : assisted rescue practice may be limited due to Covid-19.\n \n DTSTART:20200719T130000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="sharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="spuglisi";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Thomas Ennis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Whalen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mark Johnson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dabend";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: Basic Boat Control DTSTAMP:20200206T152836Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1285-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n These sessions are a chance for members to learn and coop eratively practice paddling skills in a saltwater environment. Read more about Skills Practice.\n\n\n\n Location: Riverhead Beach\, Marblehead. h ttps://goo.gl/maps/fgbGt3piMjoHVQJb6\n\n\n\n Registration: Please fill ou t this form to get your details on the float plan: https://forms.gle/5JQd QeGoyLuKtEhV8\n\n\n\n Content: Edging and turning your kayak are the found ation of making it go where you want. So this session is going to focus on the basics of boat handling\, with a particular emphasis on edging and turning. We will also be looking at fundamentals of paddle position\, bod y position\, and power transmission that we'll revisit in later skills ses sions.\n DTSTART:20200712T130000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="sharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Whalen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Thomas Ennis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mark Johnson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Stephanie Golmon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle Series DTSTAMP:20200123T183713Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1282-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NOTE: This is a general description for all Wednesday Lun ch Paddles. Information/registration for each week’s paddle is posted on the Trips Forum.\n\n\n\n This series of paddles takes place on (surprise! ) Wednesdays\, and provides a regular midweek opportunity to get on the wa ter. Most of the launches will be in the Salem Sound area\, but we'll occ asionally branch out to other spots in the vicinity.\n\n\n\n Here is a des cription of a typical Wednesday Lunch paddle:\n\n\n\n Meet at launch at 1 0:00.\n \n \n Beach Briefing at 10:20.\n \n \n On the water and paddling at 10:30am.\n \n \n 1-1.5 hours of paddling to some location\n \n \n 1 hour of food\, conversation\, and relaxation (a/k/a LUNCH!)\n \n \n 1-1.5 hours of paddling to return to launch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n These paddles are appropriate for independent paddlers with ocean paddlin g experience.  The Wednesday paddles are cooperative adventures\, not gui ded trips. Each participant is responsible for her/his own safety. Don’t assume the trip initiators are smarter\, stronger\, better at rough water \, more attractive\, or more skilled paddlers than you are. For more infor mation\, see this description of our trip philosophy from the NSPN web sit e.\n\n\n\n Typically on the Monday before the trip\, we will post specific information about the trip on the Trips Forum.  The post's message thre ad can be used for RSVPs and other questions concerning the specific trip. \n\n\n\n If you haven’t paddled with one of us before\, please get in to uch with one us via private message before signing up. Before departing fo r the launch location\, please consult your favorite sources to determine wind\, tide\, and sea conditions\, so you are aware of the trip environme nt for that day.\n\n\n\n Each week's venue will be selected taking expecte d conditions into account. In general\, the trip will only be canceled for extreme conditions and thunderstorms.\n\n\n\n We look forward to you join ing us for an enjoyable day of paddling and picnicing! Please private mess age us with any questions you may have.\n\n\n\n Your faithful trip organiz ers\,\n\n\n\n Joe  Berkovitz\n\n Bob Levine (@rylevine).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200527 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20200930T040000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tooky River\, Sunday June 14\, 9AM-CANCELED DTSTAMP:20200606T151434Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1306-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF INTEREST\n\n\n\n NH-resident Sea Kayakers: Come to my neighborhood and enjoy the beautiful inland Contooco ok River\, launching @ CONTOOCOOK RIVER CANOE COMPANY\, 9 HORSE HILL ROAD\ , CONCORD\, NH. We will paddle upriver to Contoocook (Tooky) Village\, enj oy lunch (PYO or Dimitri’s/EveryDay nearby) and distanced conversation\, either on the grass or under the gazebo at the small park. After\, we wil l paddle downstream back to our cars.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n DATE: SUNDAY\, JU NE 14\n\n\n\n START: 9AM\n\n\n\n END: ?\n\n\n\n DISTANCE: ~12mi.\n\n\n\n L IMIT: 6 (NH  RESIDENTS)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Participants agree to the foll owing:\n\n\n\n -must not have had exposure to any known-positive contacts for the past 2 weeks AND asymptomatic\n\n\n\n -facemasks donned during lau nching/landing and public interaction\n\n\n\n -I will ask for 1 volunteer to help me unload/load boats. You agree to wear disposable or reusable (di shwashing-type) gloves. \n\n\n\n -bring personal cache of cleansing soluti on. My go-to: 1tsp bleach/1 c water\, added to sealable container which co ntains rag/washcloth. Additional dry cloth for wiping bleach off gloves/de bit cards\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n If committed to this trip\, RSVP on the calen dar event here\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200614 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Skills Practice: The Ocean Environment DTSTAMP:20200206T152611Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1284-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This session will be held at Riverhead Beach in Marblehea d\, MA at 9 am. Due to the current public health situation\, we are asking members who want to attend to please fill out the following form:  htt ps://forms.gle/ibMgs3TUXqRRGavEA\n\n\n\n Understanding the Ocean Environme nt: Get to know the features of the ocean environment you can see around y ou\, and also the features you can not see. Relate these features to navig ational charts\, and to observations and predictions for weather\, tides a nd waves.\nJourneying in the Ocean Environment: Review basic safety consi derations\, take a brief journey on salt water\, and check out the environ ment as we go. \n\n\n\n Read more about Skills Practice.\n DTSTART:20200614T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle #2 DTSTAMP:20200602T102555Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1304-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See details and sign up at: \n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20200603T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20200601T233742Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1303-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays a t 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\ , falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for imm ersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the br uises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 16) a nd head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees. No rangers to kick us out at the end of the evening\, but the mosquitoes do the job just fine.\n DTSTART:20200604T210000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=14;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Muscongus Bay Getaway\, September 18-21 (Dates Changed) DTSTAMP:20190925T024234Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1270-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kyle.Martin":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n 3rd annual Muscongus Bay Getaway!\n\n\n\n This level 3 tr ip is for paddlers looking to further explore Muscongus bay. Paddling opti ons include George’s Islands\, across the mouth of the St. George River to Port Clyde\, Monhegan in a day\, and many others. The Maine Island Lodg e on Gay island will be home for the long weekend. The lodge sleeps 14 w ith both private and shared rooms with beds. Tent platforms also available for those that would prefer a tent-site. Creature comforts include gas s tove/oven/hot water heater\, running water/plumbing which all have access  to. Scrumptious dinners prepared by lodge keeper Rose. Your spot is se cured after I receive Maine Sport Outfitters fee of $165 to secure you r lodge space or tent platform. Additional $50 for a shore dinner Saturda y night which includes lobster\, Gay Island oysters\, local clams\, potato es\, corn and desert. PM for more details or Paypal/Venmo: kyle.martin.80 80@gmail.com and please RSVP on calendar. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Link to 201 8 trip report\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200922 ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bob Dawson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Evelyn Landry";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hermit Island weekend- POSTPONED DTSTAMP:20200216T232448Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1295-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="NPearson":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n ON HOLD - I hope to reschedule this later in the year\n\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n Back by popular demand!\n\n\n\n NSPN will be returning to Hermiit Island campground for a paddling weekend\; a great location and a lovely stretch of coast\n\n\n\n https://hermitisland.com/\n\n\n\n The pla n is to arrive late on Friday and do day paddles on the Saturday and Sunda y\n\n\n\n All NSPN members welcome\, details to follow\n\n\n\n PM me if yo u'd like to come!\n\n\n\n (spoiler alert - there is no hermit and it's not on an island)\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20200529T230000Z DTEND:20200531T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paddle the West Coast with Andrea Knepper - RESCHEDULED DTSTAMP:20200504T195140Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1301-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Deepest apologies for the poorly timed message board cras h on Saturday. The event has been rescheduled. I have included the link be low - I recommend you copy and paste it somewhere safe just in case lighte ning strikes twice. \n\n\n\n ***\n\n\n\n NSPN is excited to host Andrea K nepper of Chicago Adventure Therapy for a Zoom presentation and Q+A \n\n\ n\n In the summer of 2019 Andrea took a sabbatical from her role as execut ive director of CAT to paddle the west coast from Canada to Mexico. She w ill share experiences and photos from her trip with us and take questions and answers.  It should be an exciting \"virtual paddle\" with her and we hope many of you will join us.\n\n\n\n Link to meeting: \nhttps://mit.zo om.us/j/97781897193\n\n\n\n For more info about the amazing Chicago Advent ure Therapy check out their website ahead of time http://2011.chicagoadve nturetherapy.org/\n\n\n\n For more details about Andrea's adventure check out her Facebook log at https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Sports--- Recreation/Dres-West-Coast-Adventure-1944272392361643/\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n (Photo credit: Jen Kleck) \n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20200509T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Paddle the West Coast with Andrea DTSTAMP:20200421T011039Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1300-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NSPN is excited to host Andrea Knepper of Chicago Adventu re Therapy for a Zoom presentation and Q+A \n\n\n\n In the summer of 2019 Andrea took a sabbatical from her role as executive director of CAT to p addle the west coast from Canada to Mexico. She will share experiences and photos from her trip with us and take questions and answers.  It should be an exciting \"virtual paddle\" with her and we hope many of you will jo in us.\n\n\n\n This is open to all members and a link to the Zoom meeting can be found on the NSPN Business forum. If you have questions PM me and I can also set you up individually. \n\n\n\n For more info about the amazi ng Chicago Adventure Therapy check out their website ahead of time http:/ /2011.chicagoadventuretherapy.org/\n\n\n\n For more details about Andrea's adventure check out her Facebook log at https://www.facebook.com/pages/c ategory/Sports---Recreation/Dres-West-Coast-Adventure-1944272392361643/\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n (Photo credit: Jen Kleck) \n\n\n\n DTSTART:20200502T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Postponed - New To Sea Kayak Pool Session DTSTAMP:20200225T141555Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1297-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NOTE - This event has been postponed due to Covid-19 pand emic.  If we are able to reschedule later in the year\, we will make a fo llowup announcement.\n\n\n\n As part of the New To Sea Kayak program\, thi s pool session follows the Workshop (not a prerequisite) and offers the op portunity for people to actually sit in (and fall out of!) ocean kayaks in a safe and controlled environment under the watchful eyes of experienced paddlers.  This pool session offers the following opportunities:\n\n  - Experience a capsize and how to effectively (and easily!) come out of the boat\n\n  - How to manage a capsize while wearing a spray skirt\n\n  - H ow to get back into the boat with assistance and by yourself\n\n  - Feel the difference between various boat models and types\n\n\n\n You do not ne ed a kayak or equipment to attend\, but you should have water clothing mor e substantial than a bathing suit to prevent abrasions\, especially to you r legs.  There are locker rooms to change\, and showers to clean up after wards.  Water shoes (cloth or neoprene) are required - flip flop\, crocks \, and similar footwear are not recommended as they can get caught on the foot braces.\n\n\n\n Date: Saturday May 2\, 2020\n\n Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm \n\n Location: Haverhill\, MA (exact location for registrants only)\n\n Co st: FREE!\n\n\n\n Registration for this pool session MUST be submitted by emailing ntskw@nspn.org in order for us to manage logistics\, volunteers\, and equipment.  We will provide specific address and information to thos e who register by email.\n DTSTART:20200502T170000Z DTEND:20200502T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Postponed - 12th Annual Jewell I. kayak camping\, May 15-17\ , 2020 DTSTAMP:20190927T022903Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1271-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n NOTE - This trip has been postponed due to Covid-19 pande mic.  If we can reschedule the trip later this year\, we will make a foll owup announcement.\n\n\n\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often en ough. Here's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try ka yak-camping without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 11 th annual trip to Jewell\, which has multiple campsite options and latri nes. We typically have 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an upper limit has not been established.\nThe Common Adventure Model (CAM) wi ll be adopted\n\n\n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n FRIDA Y: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod working o ut details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Friday\, May 15\, in plenty of time for a ______am launch (HT-0621). If you are ne w to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan o n arriving no later than _______. \n\n\n\n SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring you r ideas for a day paddle or island activities (HT-0722). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Grea t Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and g eneral camaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Bac k to cars via ???? (HT-0820).\n\n\n\n If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping i n general\, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP on the calendar and PM the following information to your specific pod organi zer\, when that has been sorted out\, close to event:\n-Auto color\, make\ , model\, and tag#.\n-Contact info\, including cell\, emergency contact an d permission to share with participants.\n\n\n\n \ngary\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200518 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vytas 'Vick' Marciulionis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PA RTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ellen Gluckman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="George Bedard";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Anthony Lauzon";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ON HOLD - New To Sea Kayak Workshop DTSTAMP:20200225T135102Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1296-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n DTSTART:20200426T140000Z DTEND:20200426T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bold Coast of Maine - 2020 DTSTAMP:20200203T193235Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1283-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This trip will visit one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world\, Maine's Bold Coast. It will take place over a long weekend from Friday August 28 to Monday August 31. Bob Levine (rylevine) and Joe B erkovitz are the trip organizers.\n\n\n\n Ranging from Machias Bay to Lube c and beyond to Canada's Campobello Island\, the Bold Coast is a largely u ndeveloped and wild region with lots of dramatic cliffs and rocks\, 25+ fo ot tidal ranges\, strong currents and amazing wildlife (we paddled next to whales last year). Take a look at 2019's Bold Coast trip report for a sen se of what it can be like.\n\n\n\n This can be considered an L3+ trip. Pad dlers joining this trip will encounter:\n\n\n\n - Daily trips of 12-15 mil es\, with limited bailout options. Much of the Bold Coast is roadless wild erness with high oceanfront cliffs.\n\n - Strong currents (>\; 4 kt) and turbulent eddy lines.\n\n - Cold water\, often in the low 50s even in hig h summer\, with air temps in the 60s. A drysuit is essential some days.\n- Rough water conditions from wave reflection off rocks\, weather\, and cur rent/wind interaction.\n\n - A need for strong situational awareness and t he ability to stay in a tight\, cohesive pod.\n\n - An international borde r crossing\, requiring strong passport-wielding skills.\n\n\n\n Please s ee the accompanying Trips Forum Posting for more complete information on t he trip and accompanying discussion.\n\n\n\n This trip is currently full.  But don't let that stop you from getting on the waitlist\, if you are av ailable for those dates. Please PM Joe Berkovitz with your interest and I will get back to you about the waitlist situation.\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle DTSTAMP:20200225T142642Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1298-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This is our annual summertime social event which is alway s held at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead and finishes off with a pot luck p arty under the pavilion across the street at Devereux Beach (be prepared t hat it is almost always very windy and a bit chilly in the afternoon).  P arking at Riverhead should be free\, but can be busy with dog walker\, SUP rentals\, and - oh yeah\, a bunch of kayakers!  There is alternate parki ng at Devereaux\, but be prepared to pay $15 for the day. \n\n\n\n Tradit ionally\, we end up with multiple groups on the water doing different trip s based on skills and experience.  Please review our Trip Levels as a gui de line to which group you want to be in.  They are guidelines\, not hard limits\, so if you are unsure\, just ask on one of the individual posting s by clicking on the links as follows:\n\n  - Level 1/2 Group (easy)\n\n  - Level 3 Group (moderate)\n\n  - Level 4 Group (advanced)\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Workshop: Online Tools for Paddling (with Joe Berkovitz) DTSTAMP:20200214T000753Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1294-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n In this workshop\, we’ll explore (and in many cases use ) a variety of websites and  smartphone/desktop apps that can help us do useful things as paddlers. Our goal is to look at how internet technology and digital devices can help us\, while remaining clear-eyed about the cos ts\, drawbacks and tradeoffs. Throughout there will be an emphasis on free or low-cost solutions.\n\n\n\n The session will be held in the Meeting R oom (rear of the store) at REI\, 279 Salem St\, Reading\, MA.  Please si gn up below\n\n\n\n Topics covered include:\n\n\n\n Websites and apps for weather\, sea\, surf observations and predictions\n \n \n How to downloa d\, crop\, combine\, and print NOAA charts with magnetic grids\n \n \n GP S tracking\, wayfinding\, analysis and logging of paddles\n \n \n Beyond the VHF radio: communication on the water\n \n \n Creating your own onlin e maps and guides in Google Maps and Earth\n \n \n Pooling our paddling k nowledge in the cloud\n \n \n Discussion of upcoming changes in NOAA char t technology\n \n \n Organizing paddles with polls and spreadsheets in th e cloud\n \n\n Throughout the workshop\, we’ll undertake group activitie s that use these tools in an authentic way to perform real-world tasks: cr eate maps\, plan trips\, analyze weather\, decide routes and more.\n\n\n\n Note to attendees: please bring a laptop and/or smartphone. For laptops\, the Chrome or Firefox browser is recommended as not all tools will work o n other browsers.\n\n\n\n (Slides will be published after the talk\, so th e raw information will be available to all. But if you don’t come\, yo u’ll miss out on the problem-solving fun\, and my occasionally entertain ing delivery!)\n DTSTART:20200301T183000Z DTEND:20200301T213000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Brian McCormack";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Whalen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vytas 'Vick' Marciulionis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PA RTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patrick Donahue";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squam Lake Camping\, Sept 25-27\, 2020 DTSTAMP:20200213T213701Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1293-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Join us for a glorious fall weekend at Squam Lak e in Holderness\, NH\, launching at 10AM from Squam Lakes Association in P iper Cove at 10AM on Friday\, September 25th\, and returning to the cars a fter lunch on Sunday\, September 27th. Our group base camp will be on be autiful Moon Island (approximately 2 miles from the Piper Cove put-in).   There are numerous coves and islands to explore on daily paddles\, as wel l as the option of for short hike up one or both of the Rattlesnake Mount ains (fabulous views\, and hopefully peak foliage) or a longer hike to t he Red Hill firetower. We typically have a gourmet pot-luck feast on Frid ay night\, with plenty of leftovers for Saturday. If skies are clear\, the moon will be 80% full and rising early enough for night paddling.\n\n\n\n Our group is limited by space to 10 tents\, which need to fit onto the th ree large wooden camping platforms at the site. $40 reserves your spot on this trip - contact me and RSVP here when you're ready to commit. If we ge t 10 campers\, your cost will be closer to $25\, and excess funds will be returned on Moon once we've paid for firewood. This trip needs a minimum o f 6 campers to RSVP by August 1st in order to run\, or it will be cancell ed and you will receive a full refund.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Trip policies:\n \n\n\n You are not confirmed on the trip until I receive your $40 deposit \, by check or PayPal to support@topografix.com.\n\n\n\n You will receive a full refund if fewer than six people sign up by August 1st\, and the ent ire trip is cancelled.\n\n\n\n You will receive an excess funds reimburse ment on Moon Island if you actually show up on the trip and excess funds have been collected.\n\n\n\n I will not be managing a waiting list for th is trip\, or facilitating transactions between club members. The first 10 people to pay the deposit are on the trip. If you didn't get on the trip a nd would like to go\, post your intentions on the forum. There are almost always drop-outs and cancellations. If you ARE on the trip but can no lon ger attend\, you can sell your spot on the trip to anyone within the club - just let me know so I can add them to the trip roster.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n See you at Squam!\n\n\n\n Dan\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200928 ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:John Huth : \"Weather for Sea Kayakers\" DTSTAMP:20200210T161932Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1292-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Sue H.":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n What are the components of weather?  How do we evaluate weather signs?  How do we apply our knowledge of weather to the art sea k ayaking?  If you ponder these questions\, this workshop is for you !\n DTSTART:20200222T183000Z DTEND:20200222T203000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="spuglisi";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bill Whalen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="boatbossbsb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="HeyThere";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lora Woodward";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lbeale";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cabin Fever Party and Annual Meeting DTSTAMP:20191223T132629Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1281-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JaneC":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n \nCABIN FEVER PARTY\n\n\n\n SATURDAY JANUARY 25\, 2020\ n\n\n\n \nGOULD BARN\, TOPSFIELD\, MA\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n It's time to turn our thoughts to NSPN's annual winter bash.  We will again be at the Goul d Barn. This year's party will have a total emphasis on food\, drink and socializing!  We gave the raffle a break last year\; but\, IT”S BACK !! !\n\n\n\n Bring yourselves\, a plus one (or two!) if you like\, money\, fa bulous food (and a beverage of your choice\, adult or otherwise) and enjo y the company of your fellow (and gal!) paddlers.\n\n\n\n We want to invit e any of our artistic members\, coaches and paddling professionals\, and m embers to contribute to the raffle.  The proceeds will be donated to MITA and MCHT\n\n\n\n The party begins at 6 pm\, preceded by the annual bus iness meeting at 5 pm\, where members will have a chance to hear about t he past year\, the financial status of the club\, and initiatives the BOD is considering. This is the time where members  will be able to weigh in with ideas about how to make our club even better going forward. Bring yo ur ideas and enthusiasm for our club! Our president\, Rob Folster\, will b e posting separately about the annual meeting.\n\n\n\n Let us know if you' re coming and what you’ll be bringing! We'll be posting a sign up for th e potluck closer to the date. Please let us know if you are coming on the calendar. \n\n\n\n Jane and the NSPN Board \n\n DTSTART:20200125T220000Z DTEND:20200126T030000Z ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="HeyThere";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T114309Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1280-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sinc e there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a grea t way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work o n new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not of fer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assi stance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor direc tly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or fr om other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are on ly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  R egardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MU ST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA memb er.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satur day\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1:0 0pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 2 3  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm\n \n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, Ma rch 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased throu gh the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message m e and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions fo r pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date tha t you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n I f you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\ , otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool ses sion you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, c lick Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pa y for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool fac ility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.   They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 E vent Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200322T140000Z DTEND:20200322T163000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T114221Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1279-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sinc e there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a grea t way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work o n new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not of fer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assi stance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor direc tly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or fr om other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are on ly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  R egardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MU ST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA memb er.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satur day\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1:0 0pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 2 3  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm\n \n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, Ma rch 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased throu gh the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message m e and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions fo r pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date tha t you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n I f you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\ , otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool ses sion you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, c lick Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pa y for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool fac ility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.   They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 E vent Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200314T170000Z DTEND:20200314T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T114133Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1278-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sinc e there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a grea t way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work o n new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not of fer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assi stance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor direc tly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or fr om other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are on ly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  R egardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MU ST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA memb er.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satur day\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1:0 0pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 2 3  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm\n \n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, Ma rch 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased throu gh the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message m e and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions fo r pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date tha t you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n I f you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\ , otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool ses sion you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, c lick Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pa y for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool fac ility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.   They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 E vent Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200307T180000Z DTEND:20200307T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T114048Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1277-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sinc e there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a grea t way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work o n new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not of fer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assi stance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor direc tly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or fr om other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are on ly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  R egardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) MU ST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA memb er.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satur day\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1:0 0pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 2 3  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm\n \n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, Ma rch 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased throu gh the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message m e and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions fo r pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date tha t you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n I f you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\ , otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool ses sion you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, c lick Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pa y for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool fac ility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.   They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 E vent Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200223T150000Z DTEND:20200223T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T114010Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1276-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sin ce there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a gre at way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not o ffer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever ass istance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor dire ctly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or f rom other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat i n the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are o nly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) M UST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA mem ber.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satu rday\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1: 00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n       Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 23  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm \n\n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, March 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased thr ough the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not hav e a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal usin g a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, o r create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, bu t if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the lis t of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date t hat you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not a n ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Ca rt the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about t he Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shoppin g\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Produ ct Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool s ession you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if n ot an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool f acility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unabl e to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone el se purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on you r own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can lo ok for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choos e.  They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnersh ip with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200215T180000Z DTEND:20200215T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T113908Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1275-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 fo r individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sin ce there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a gre at way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not o ffer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever ass istance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor dire ctly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or f rom other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat i n the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are o nly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) M UST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA mem ber.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satu rday\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1: 00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n       Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 23  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm \n\n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, March 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased thr ough the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not hav e a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal usin g a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, o r create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, bu t if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the lis t of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date t hat you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not a n ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Ca rt the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about t he Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shoppin g\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Produ ct Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool s ession you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if n ot an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool f acility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unabl e to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone el se purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on you r own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can lo ok for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choos e.  They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnersh ip with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200209T150000Z DTEND:20200209T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T113812Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1274-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 fo r individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sin ce there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a gre at way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not o ffer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever ass istance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor dire ctly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or f rom other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat i n the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are o nly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) M UST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA mem ber.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satu rday\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1: 00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n       Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 23  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm \n\n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, March 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased thr ough the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not hav e a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal usin g a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, o r create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, bu t if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the lis t of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date t hat you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not a n ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Ca rt the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about t he Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shoppin g\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Produ ct Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool s ession you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if n ot an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool f acility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unabl e to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone el se purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on you r own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can lo ok for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choos e.  They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnersh ip with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200118T180000Z DTEND:20200118T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20191121T113659Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1273-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Pool sessions at the Haverhill High School for the u pcoming winter season are now available for purchase in the Store.  These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and th erefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As in years past\, we are re quired to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not comple te a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n\n Each pool session spo t will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member\, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA membe r by signing up here and selecting North Shore Paddlers Network from the P addle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual membership fee is $25 fo r individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only five pool sessions sin ce there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n These sessions are a gre at way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Although NSPN does not o ffer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever ass istance they can while they are at the pool.  However\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor dire ctly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are actually certified!) or f rom other professional instructors.  If the instructor will have a boat i n the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purchased.  If they are o nly going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or instructing poolside) M UST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if they are not an ACA mem ber.  The dates for the sessions are as follows:\n\n\n\n      Satu rday\, January 4  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Saturday\, January 18  1: 00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 9  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n       Saturday\, February 15  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, February 23  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n      Saturday\, March 7  1:00pm-3:00pm \n\n      Saturday\, March 14  1:00pm-3:00pm\n\n      Sunday\, March 22  10:00am-12:30pm\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased thr ough the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not hav e a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal usin g a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, o r create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, bu t if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the lis t of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date t hat you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not a n ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Ca rt the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about t he Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shoppin g\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Produ ct Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool s ession you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if n ot an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool f acility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unabl e to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone el se purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on you r own. We will try to post a reminder for each session to which you can lo ok for someone to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choos e.  They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnersh ip with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20200104T180000Z DTEND:20200104T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:7th  Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat \; Bar Harbor ME  Septem ber 11-14\, 2020  DTSTAMP:20190911T111856Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1268-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 7th   Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat \; Bar Harbor ME  \nSeptember 11-14\, 2020 \n\nInitiator: Peter Brady \n\n\n\n This will b e our seventh  annual Downeast Retreat for NSPN. \n\n\n\n For More detai led Information\, check the trip posting in the Trips Forum of the Message Board \nAs in the last six years\, this four day event will span the we ekend after Labor Day\,  beginning  on Friday morning Sept 11   and w ill  wind down on Monday afternoon\, September14. Most participants arriv e on Thursday afternoon or evening. \nOur base of operations will be at L Langolan Inn &\; Cottage Resort \n\n\n\n Accommodations and food are o n your own. \n\n Every day (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\, Monday) we will organize group paddles in the area  around Mt.Desert Island. Friday will be an all day paddle \, so participants usually arrive on Thursday evening \, although members are welcome to come for  any or all of the four days they are able to attend .  Monday is a travel day for many  participan ts\, so there can be a paddle the first half of the day\, with travel home on Monday afternoon. \nThere will be a Meet &\; Greet gathering at LL angolan Inn on Thursday 6PM and a Pot Luck  in the barn at LLangolan on Saturday night.\nIf you would like to come to this event: Please RSVP\ n\n  (“I’m going” ) here in the calendar posting.\nYour name will t hen be included in a PM thread for all participants\, and we will share in formation in the months and weeks leading up to the event. This will inclu de a google docs spreadsheet where participants can add their information for us to share. \n\n\n\n Please PM Peter Brady( PeterB) if you have a ny  questions. \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20200911T040000Z DTEND:20200914T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20190528T125221Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1258-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5pm until sunset though the summer. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescue s\, falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for i mmersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough in early season\, and keeps down the bruises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n\n\n We me et at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cov e to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 16) and head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Esse x and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees. No rangers to kick us out at the e nd of the evening\, but the mosquitoes do the job just fine.\n\n DTSTART:20190530T210000Z DTEND:20190530T233000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=16;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Isles of Shoals\, Rye NH DTSTAMP:20190905T092125Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1267-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Sylvester":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n We will leave from Rye Harbor at the NH State Boat Ramp at 8:30 am. We will land on Smuttynose Island and have lunch and a longer break. Plan to be there at 8am for a  briefing and preparations. There i s a small fee and plenty of parking with restrooms. This is a very weather dependent trip level 4 trip and being a 7 miles of open ocean crossing I will be screening and vetting as needed. If the weather is looking windy o r seas rough I will make a go/no go decisions a day prior and will have Su nday as a possible alternative day. I hope to be back by 3-4 pm. Staying a s a group and looking out for each other is key so if you like to race or can't stay as a tight group please don't sign up. Questions concerns and c omments can be posted on the  message thread I started some time back. \ n\n\n\n   More to follow and lets hope for a \"perfect day\"\n\n\n\n Canc eled due to lack of interest and potential surf concerns. Maybe next year. \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190921 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squam Lake Camping DTSTAMP:20190201T201441Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1240-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This year's Squam Lake camping trip will be held over C olumbus Day weekend\, to allow campers who have regular work schedules to join us. Since this is one of only a few trips we run that doesn't require taking a day off of work\, some preference will be given to those with re al jobs who normally wouldn't be able to join us without calling in sick. Stay tuned for details.\n\n\n\n We have our usual spot reserved on Moon Is land in Squam Lake for Saturday and Sunday nights. The group will meet at Squam Lakes Association headquarters in Holderness\, NH on Saturday mornin g in time for a late-morning launch\, and will return to the cars after lu nch on Monday. There is typically a paddle-and-hike (surf and turf?) optio n on Sunday as well as an option for a longer paddle without any hiking. W hile there is not much of a tidal range on Squam Lake\, there's a good cha nce of wind on the water and along our shoreline campsite\, and temperatur es can dip into the 30s in mid-October. The foliage\, food\, and friendshi p is always spectacular.\n\n\n\n We are limited to a maximum of 10 tents i n our group campsite. The cost to reserve a spot on the trip is $25\, and includes two nights of camping on raised wooden tent platforms\, firewood\ , and defrays our annual membership in the Squam Lakes Association.\n\n\n\ n To register\, send $25 by PayPal to support@topografix.com and include\n \n your \"Paid Member\" NSPN username\, or send a\n\n check by mail to Dan Foster\, 24 Kirkland Dr\, Stow\, MA 01775\n\n\n\n Refund policy: Your spo t on the trip is not reserved until I receive\n\n your payment. Your payme nt is not refundable. However\, if you decide\n\n not to attend\, you can try to find someone to pay you for your spot on\n\n the trip.\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n Trip details and discussion here:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191015 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Umbagog Lake Trip 2019 DTSTAMP:20190410T182641Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1246-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n There are likely to be vacancies on this trip. If you' d like to go\, please PM me and Gary York (username gyork) and we'll pa ss it along.\n\n\n\n This trip offers scenic northern Maine/New Hampshire paddling amongst Mother Nature’s fall splendor\, while staying at a grou p campsite at Lake Umbagog State Park (pronounced (um-BAY-gog).  The site is #18\, which is a beauty (much nicer than last year's): see https://ww w.nhstateparks.org/getmedia/3687d037-5185-44a8-b58b-81118eaff851/Umbagog-R emote_Campground-Map.pdf.  We’ll launch on the Androscoggin River\, ups tream from Errol\, above the dam\, and mosey to our campsite. Details prov ided later.\n\n\n\n Umbagog is a large\, many-armed lake surrounded by fol iage covered peaks in all directions. There is lots of shoreline to explor e\, including the lower Rapid River.  Some may wish to hike along the Rap id River all the way to Lower Richardson Lake\, passing Pond in the River\ , the setting of Louise Dickinson Rich's classic book “We took to the W oods”. See last year's trip report at https://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/ 12399-nspn-lake-umbagog-2-oct-5-8-2018/ if you're curious.\n\n\n\n It wil l be October. In the mountains. In Northern New England. It's almost certa inly frosty at night\, but days might be warm and sunny. Or cold and rain y. You know.\n\n\n\n A variety of paddles or hikes are organized each day. It's very low key. You can go long distances on the lake. Or not. And the nearby Rapid River offers a change in scene and a bit of fun with curren t.\n\n\n\n Carpooling is definitely encouraged for this long drive. \n\n\ n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191008 ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Isle of Shoals trip\, Rye NH canceled\, DTSTAMP:20190724T143539Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1265-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Sylvester":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Canceling as not enough interest\,\n\n\n\n Isle of Shoa ls trip from Rye Harbor. BIB at 8:30. Level 4 trip.See trip posting for mo re info.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190812 ATTENDEE;CN="Pintail";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lane's cove DTSTAMP:20190801T204541Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1266-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JanetL":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n Join us for a paddle from Lane's Cove ready to launch at 9am. Plan to stop in Rockport for lunch if the timing works out. Pleas e PM or post if you are coming or if questions. \n\n \n Details in the me ssage board trips section!\n \n DTSTART:20190803T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond weekly session DTSTAMP:20190707T114126Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1264-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please let others know by posting o n the NSPN Trips forum - start a new forum post if you are the first one t o RSVP for the week. You can always update your RSVP if your plans change. If the RSVP numbers are low\, or weather looks poor\, this event may be c ancelled! Check the NSPN Trips forum on the day of the event\, as there ma y be a discussion about changes or cancellation.\n\n\n\n On Tuesday evenin gs throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\, and socialize. Unless posted otherwise on the Trips fo rum\, the main group will plan to set off from the boat launch area at Wal den Pond (approximately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM each Tuesday . The gates close around 7:30PM\, so we'll be off the water well before th at happens. We sometimes gather for dinner afterwards - speak up a day or two before if you're interested in going out after the pond session.\n\n\n \n If the weather is gorgeous and it looks like Walden will be over-crowde d\, we may decide to relocate to a nearby river or White's Pond. Again\, c heck the Trips forum for any changes in plan.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's so me boilerplate that will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are e specially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the water before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, and leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arriving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5 .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some detailed information that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\, parking fees\, and a map of ou r usual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1 201-walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\n DTSTART:20190702T210000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=8;BYDAY=TU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lake George Autumn foliage paddling camping and hiking Octo ber 18-20 DTSTAMP:20190618T143607Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1263-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This will be a repeat of two successful autumn trips to Lake George in 2016 and 2017. The goal will be to paddle and explore the islands in the middle of the lake amidst peak autumn foliage\, camp at on e of the many island campsites (uninhabited at this time of year)\, and hi ke to some peaks and ledges overlooking the lake in the area of the Lake George Narrows\, the  Mother Bunch Islands \, or on the shores of Tong ue Mountain. \n\n  \n\n\n\n Launch midday on Friday Oct 18\, return to t he put- in  midday Sunday Oct 20. \n\n\n\n  The put-in will be from a small village and marina  on the remote Eastern side of the Lake\n\n Th is will be about an L3 paddling trip: Mileage per day is flexible\, probab ly 12miles or fewer.   \n\n\n\n Paddling will be moderate\, ambling an d relaxed\, focused on exploration and stops to explore and walk on foot.  \n\n\n\n  We will likely tour the Narrows islands and stop to hike to a n overlook \, either on Tongue Mountain or Shelving Rock.  \n\n\n\n  Fo r more details\, see the Posting  in the trips forum \n\n\n\n  If you are interested \, please RSVP here in the calendar posting   (I’m goin g)    contact PeterB  PM on the message board for more information if needed  and we will plan details  by group PM .\n\n DTSTART:20191018T040000Z DTEND:20191020T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PSANTA";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="4runner";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Foster-Moore";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Session DTSTAMP:20190611T021320Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1262-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please RSVP on this calendar postin g. You can always update your RSVP if your plans change. If the RSVP numbe rs are low\, or weather looks poor\, this event may be cancelled! Check th e NSPN Trips forum on the day of the event\, as there may be a discussion about changes or cancellation.\n\n\n\n On Tuesday evenings throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\ , and socialize. Unless posted otherwise on the Trips forum\, the main gro up will plan to set off from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approxim ately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM each Tuesday. The gates close around 7:30PM\, so we'll be off the water well before that happens. We som etimes gather for dinner afterwards - speak up a day or two before if you' re interested in going out after the pond session.\n\n\n\n If the weather is gorgeous and it looks like Walden will be over-crowded\, we may decide to relocate to a nearby river or White's Pond. Again\, check the Trips for um for any changes in plan.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boilerplate tha t will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are especially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the wate r before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, a nd leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arri ving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5. For river trips\ , paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If yo u are arriving late\, you can arrange to meet us on the river at a mutuall y-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just join us for d inner\, too! May-June trips will likely be cancelled if the weather is lou sy or if only a few people RSVP. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some detailed informat ion that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\ , parking fees\, and a map of our usual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www .nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201-walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190625T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Session DTSTAMP:20190611T021246Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1261-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please RSVP on this calendar postin g. You can always update your RSVP if your plans change. If the RSVP numbe rs are low\, or weather looks poor\, this event may be cancelled! Check th e NSPN Trips forum on the day of the event\, as there may be a discussion about changes or cancellation.\n\n\n\n On Tuesday evenings throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\ , and socialize. Unless posted otherwise on the Trips forum\, the main gro up will plan to set off from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approxim ately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM each Tuesday. The gates close around 7:30PM\, so we'll be off the water well before that happens. We som etimes gather for dinner afterwards - speak up a day or two before if you' re interested in going out after the pond session.\n\n\n\n If the weather is gorgeous and it looks like Walden will be over-crowded\, we may decide to relocate to a nearby river or White's Pond. Again\, check the Trips for um for any changes in plan.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boilerplate tha t will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are especially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the wate r before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, a nd leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arri ving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5. For river trips\ , paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If yo u are arriving late\, you can arrange to meet us on the river at a mutuall y-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just join us for d inner\, too! May-June trips will likely be cancelled if the weather is lou sy or if only a few people RSVP. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some detailed informat ion that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\ , parking fees\, and a map of our usual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www .nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201-walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190618T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Session DTSTAMP:20190611T021208Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1260-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please RSVP on this calendar postin g. You can always update your RSVP if your plans change. If the RSVP numbe rs are low\, or weather looks poor\, this event may be cancelled! Check th e NSPN Trips forum on the day of the event\, as there may be a discussion about changes or cancellation.\n\n\n\n On Tuesday evenings throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\ , and socialize. Unless posted otherwise on the Trips forum\, the main gro up will plan to set off from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approxim ately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM each Tuesday. The gates close around 7:30PM\, so we'll be off the water well before that happens. We som etimes gather for dinner afterwards - speak up a day or two before if you' re interested in going out after the pond session.\n\n\n\n If the weather is gorgeous and it looks like Walden will be over-crowded\, we may decide to relocate to a nearby river or White's Pond. Again\, check the Trips for um for any changes in plan.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boilerplate tha t will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are especially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the wate r before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, a nd leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arri ving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5. For river trips\ , paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If yo u are arriving late\, you can arrange to meet us on the river at a mutuall y-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just join us for d inner\, too! May-June trips will likely be cancelled if the weather is lou sy or if only a few people RSVP. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some detailed informat ion that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\ , parking fees\, and a map of our usual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www .nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201-walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190611T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="kate";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NE Casco Bay Orrs Island -Ragged Island June 8\, 2019 DTSTAMP:20190531T144204Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1259-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n amble and explore the area of ledges and small islands in the part of  NE Casco Bay  between the Orrs/Bailey Island Peninsula a nd the  Cape Small Headland. \n\n Launch from H20/ Orrs Island  at  9 :30   and hop from island to island \, ledge to ledge with Ragged Island the anchor of the trip\, probably a counter  clockwise tour with a return along the northern coastline. High Tide is 4PM \, so there will be a risi ng tde for much of the trip.  The trip will involve a series of mini- cr ossings from 1/2 nm to  1 nm \, and the  ideal sea state for this trip would be on the mild side: if seas are  greater than  2-3 feet and winds greater than 10 kt \,  the  route the can seek the more protected water s of Quahog Bay and the inlets and ledges to the north hugging Sebascodega n Island. Trip will be canceled if there is a small craft advisory. \n\n\ n\n Estimated mileage for the trip @ 10 NM\n\n  Drysuits are required to highly recommended\, as the water temps (still not over 50 degrees )  see m to be  a bit on the cold side for this time of year.  \n\n\n\n If you are interested in joining me\, rsvp (\"I'm going\" ) on the calendar post ing or PM me (PeterB)  and we can communicate  by PM in advance of the trip . \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190608 ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Session DTSTAMP:20190522T114546Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1257-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please RSVP on this calendar postin g. You can always update your RSVP if your plans change. If the RSVP numbe rs are low\, or weather looks poor\, this event may be cancelled! Check th e NSPN Trips forum on the day of the event\, as there may be a discussion about changes or cancellation.\n\n\n\n On Tuesday evenings throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\ , and socialize. Unless posted otherwise on the Trips forum\, the main gro up will plan to set off from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approxim ately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM each Tuesday. The gates close around 7:30PM\, so we'll be off the water well before that happens. We som etimes gather for dinner afterwards - speak up a day or two before if you' re interested in going out after the pond session.\n\n\n\n If the weather is gorgeous and it looks like Walden will be over-crowded\, we may decide to relocate to a nearby river or White's Pond. Again\, check the Trips for um for any changes in plan.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boilerplate tha t will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are especially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the wate r before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, a nd leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arri ving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5. For river trips\ , paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If yo u are arriving late\, you can arrange to meet us on the river at a mutuall y-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just join us for d inner\, too! May-June trips will likely be cancelled if the weather is lou sy or if only a few people RSVP. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some detailed informat ion that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\ , parking fees\, and a map of our usual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www .nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201-walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190604T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="kate";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Session DTSTAMP:20190522T114216Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1256-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please RSVP on this calendar postin g. You can always update your RSVP if your plans change. If the RSVP numbe rs are low\, or weather looks poor\, this event may be cancelled! Check th e NSPN Trips forum on the day of the event\, as there may be a discussion about changes or cancellation.\n\n\n\n On Tuesday evenings throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\ , and socialize. Unless posted otherwise on the Trips forum\, the main gro up will plan to set off from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approxim ately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM each Tuesday. The gates close around 7:30PM\, so we'll be off the water well before that happens. We som etimes gather for dinner afterwards - speak up a day or two before if you' re interested in going out after the pond session.\n\n\n\n If the weather is gorgeous and it looks like Walden will be over-crowded\, we may decide to relocate to a nearby river or White's Pond. Again\, check the Trips for um for any changes in plan.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boilerplate tha t will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are especially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the wate r before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, a nd leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arri ving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5. For river trips\ , paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If yo u are arriving late\, you can arrange to meet us on the river at a mutuall y-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just join us for d inner\, too! May-June trips will likely be cancelled if the weather is lou sy or if only a few people RSVP. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some detailed informat ion that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\ , parking fees\, and a map of our usual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www .nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201-walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190528T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saddleback Retreat\, Stonington\, ME . July 19-22 DTSTAMP:20190417T150206Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1252-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This will be the 5thNSPN retreat to Saddleback Island i n the Stonington Archipelago.  We have reserved the Saddleback Cabin fro m the Maine Coast Heritage Trust for the nights of July 19 to July 21.\n\n Saddleback will be our base camp\; a wonderful rustic cabin is equipped w ith bunkbeds \, kitchen\, fireplace\, a stove and kitchen wares\; there is also a  privy/outhouse .  \n\n\n\n  Launch from Old Quarry Adventure s Campground on Friday midday/ early afternoon  for a protected paddle of 2.5 nm  to Saddleback Island\,  with day trips (probably one to two groups depending on weather conditions and group preferences)  on Satur day and Sunday\, returning  to Old Quarry on midday. \nSee the Trip pos ting in the Trips forum of the message board for more information \n\nTO JOIN THIS TRIP\nTrip limit is 6. \nThe cabin accommodates 6 persons\, in accordance with the rules set by MCHT.  A fee of $87.50  paid in advan ce reserves your spot on this trip.  \nYou can pay by Paypal (preferabl e)  to pbrady at neaq dot org\, or by personal check to Peter Brady: PM me ( PeterB)  for details  \n\n\n\n  Please RSVP here  in the calend ar posting here along with your payment. : (I’m going’)\n \n\n The ca bin has been reserved for $525 (that’s $175 a night) so the six particip ants share  in these expenses. \n\n Trip members must bring their own wa ter\, food and personal effects (sleeping bag etc)\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART:20190719T040000Z DTEND:20190722T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marc DeBell";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond at 5PM\, Comella's restaurant at 7:30 DTSTAMP:20190508T144256Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1255-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n If you are coming\, please RSVP on this calendar postin g. If the RSVP numbers are low\, this event will be cancelled! You can alw ays update your RSVP if your plans change.\n\n\n\n Join us for the season opener of NSPN's \"Walden-area Tuesdays\". Starting on May 21st\, and cont inuing throughout the summer\, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\, and socialize. For the months of May and June\, we 'll be alternating each week between Walden Pond sessions and nearby river paddles. Once the water temps warm up\, we'll be spending most of our sum mer at Walden Pond.\n\n\n\n For the \"season opener\"\, we'll have a pond session at Walden Pond from 5PM-7:30 for anyone who can get there\, and th en we'll meet up with the rest of the gang at Comella's restaurant at 33 M ain St in Concord center for casual Italian food and socializing\, and to make plans for the rest of the season. Even if you can't get out of work i n time to paddle with us at 5\, please join us for dinner!\n\n\n\n We will launch from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approximately 915 Walde n St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM\, and be wrapped up in time to get to Comella' s ( 33 Main St\, Concord\, MA) by 7:30. Hope to see you all there!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boilerplate that will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessions are open to any NSPN member in any watercra ft. New members are especially welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are r equired. If you want to get on the water before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, and leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sign when arriving. For Walden\, we'll meet you a t our usual spot at 5. For river trips\, paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If you are arriving late\, you can arran ge to meet us on the river at a mutually-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just join us for dinner\, too! May-June trips will li kely be cancelled if the weather is lousy or if only a few people RSVP. \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For anyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with th e group\, here's some detailed information that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\, parking fees\, and a map of our u sual practice area:\n\n\n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201 -walden-wednesday-plan-b-white-pond/\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190521T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kate";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cancelled - Walden Pond at 5PM\, Comella's restaurant at 7:3 DTSTAMP:20190430T153645Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1254-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This event has been cancelled. We'll try again on May 2 1st.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Join us for the season opener of NSPN's \"Walden-a rea Tuesdays\". Starting on May 7th\, and continuing throughout the summer \, we'll get together in the Concord\, MA area to paddle\, practice\, and socialize. For the months of May and June\, we'll be alternating each week between Walden Pond sessions and nearby river paddles. Once the water tem ps warm up\, we'll be spending most of our summer at Walden Pond.\n\n\n\n For the \"season opener\"\, we'll have a pond session at Walden Pond from 5PM-7:30 for anyone who can get there\, and then we'll meet up with the re st of the gang at Comella's restaurant at 33 Main St in Concord center for casual Italian food and socializing\, and to make plans for the rest of t he season. Even if you can't get out of work in time to paddle with us at 5\, please join us for dinner!\n\n\n\n We will launch from the boat launch area at Walden Pond (approximately 915 Walden St\, Concord\, MA) at 5PM\ , and be wrapped up in time to get to Comella's ( 33 Main St\, Concord\, M A) by 7:30. Hope to see you all there!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Here's some boil erplate that will apply to all of our Tuesday sessions:\n\n\n\n All sessio ns are open to any NSPN member in any watercraft. New members are especial ly welcome. PFDs and signed NSPN waivers are required. If you want to get on the water before the group launch at 5PM\, let us know\, bring a signed waiver\, and leave it on your windshield for the rest of the group to sig n when arriving. For Walden\, we'll meet you at our usual spot at 5. For r iver trips\, paddle back at the launch spot so we can all launch together at 5. If you are arriving late\, you can arrange to meet us on the river a t a mutually-agreeable time and place. You can skip the paddle and just jo in us for dinner\, too! May-June trips will likely be cancelled if the wea ther is lousy or if less than three people RSVP. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For a nyone who hasn't been to Walden Pond before with the group\, here's some d etailed information that Bill Voss put together for last year's sessions\, with addresses\, parking fees\, and a map of our usual practice area:\n\n \n\n https://www.nspn.org/forum/calendar/event/1201-walden-wednesday-plan- b-white-pond/\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190507T210000Z DTEND:20190508T003000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ken";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Canoes\, Paddles and Places: Jumpstart into Canoeing sessio n 1 DTSTAMP:20190423T174628Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1253-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="kattenbo":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n A little surprised to see canoes on what is predominant ly a sea kayaking club message board?  Three years ago I would have been too.  After all I was a first joiner when Bob Burnett got NSPN started\,  the first VP of the organization\, etc.  Paddled a Romany Explorer back in the day when both words were in the name and currently paddle a Curren t Design Prana.  But for going on three years now I'm also paddling a Ma d River Malecite tandem and a Northstar Trillium solo canoe and frankly lo ving it.  Both types have something unique about them and both also have a lot of overlap (particularly if you're a high angle paddler).  So if yo u've ever wondered why anyone would paddle with a single blade\, want some thing that might be a little easier to move around on the smaller inland waterways\, or just curious about canoes\, you might want to read on...aft er all\, the name North Shore Paddlers Network was chosen for a reason.\n\ n\n\n “Jumpstart into Canoeing” - Session 1\n\n\n\n Canoes\, Paddles a nd Places - an Introduction for the Curious\n\n\n\n Curious about canoes?    \n\n\n\n Trying to find a boat you can solo or maybe one to take the family (kids and critters) or a friend paddling\, fishing or camping? Or m aybe one boat that can do both? Thinking about buying or just bought a can oe and have questions? Or just plan curious about canoes? \n\n\n\n Then join us at the free Canoes\, Paddles and Places session on May 5\n\n\n\n This first of three free sessions hosted by Newbury Kayak and Canoe is i ntended to answer these questions and more\, and provide you with a jumpst art into canoeing\n \n \n You’ll hear\, see and get answers to your que stions about:\n \n\n \n Why a canoe - A quick overview of the legacy a nd amazing versatility of the canoe\n \n \n Gearing Up - How to sel ect a canoe\, paddles\, and basic gear \n \n \n Starting Out - Pad dling basics\, the “rule of the thumb”\, trimming the boat\n \n \n Heading Out - Places to paddle\, folks to paddle with\, where to get m ore info\n \n \n\n When and where: \n\n\n\n Sunday\, May 5\, 10am to noon. \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\, 291 High Road\, Newbury\, MA 01 950\n \n\n To register or get more info: \n\n\n\n Use the RSVP button ab ove  OR\n \n \n Go to https://www.newburykayak.com/contact-us and fill in the “Contact Us” form. \n \n Put the word “register” in t he first line of the “Message” block\, include a contact number in ca se of a last minute change and let us know how many folks you’re bringin g.\n \n \n \n To ask a question - put the word “question” in the f irst line\, or call us at 978-465-0312\n \n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190505T140000Z DTEND:20190505T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle DTSTAMP:20181210T235444Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1231-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n This is our annual summertime socia l event which is always held at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead and finishes off with a pot luck party under the pavilion across the street at Devereu x Beach.  Traditionally\, we end up with multiple groups on the water doi ng different trips based on skills and experience.  Examples would be a 1 5 mile trip out to Bakers Island for some play in heavier seas around the island\, a 10 mile trip to Children's Island for some conservative paddlin g in moderate seas\, and a 5 mile trip to Dolliber Cove for those newer to sea kayaking.  Those are just examples\, and we may end up with more or less than three groups if needed.  The actual trips would be designed bas ed on the weather\, sea conditions\, and the general desires of participan ts.  Each trip will have leaders of varying levels but all trip members s hould be active participants in the design and execution of each trip to t he extent of their abilities.  Therefore\, we welcome NSPN members of all skill levels to join this event\, and only require a minimum of a sea kay ak (must have active flotation such as bulkheads or float bags)\, paddle\, PFD\, sprayskirt\, food and water.  Even then\, if you are lacking somet hing (say a proper ocean kayak with bulkheads)\, please post what you migh t need and we will see if someone has one you can borrow for the day.\n \n\n \n Parking at Riverhead should be free\, but can be busy with dog walker\, SUP rentals\, and - oh yeah\, a bunch of kayakers!  There i s alternate parking at Devereaux\, but be prepared to pay $15 for the day.   Everyone should be ready to launch with their respective groups at the designated time\, but most likely between 9:30-10:30am depending on amount of pre-trip discussion needed.  After the trips (most likely 3:00 - 3:30 PM)\, all groups will pack up their gear\, change into warm clothing (be p repared that it is almost always very windy and a bit chilly in the aftern oon) and collect under the picnic pavilion at Devereaux Beach across the street to enjoy a pot-luck style beach party for dinner!  NSPN will have plates\, bowls\, napkins\, utensils and some extra serving utensils and se rving bowls on hand\, so bring your favorite dish (enough to share!)\, you r favorite beverage (no alcohol) and you best kayaking stories to be told.   Non-paddling friends and family are of course also invited to meet up w ith us.\n \n\n \n There will be three separate postings on the T rips forum for the individual groups based on the NSPN Trip Levels.  Plea se self-assess your skill level and or desire for a challenge\, and join i n on the conversation thread that is most appropriate.  If you are not su re if you should be at a certain level\, feel free to post your concerns a nd others will help you come to a decision. \n \n \n \n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190622 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Level 2 Trip - Portsmouth NH DTSTAMP:20190415T225001Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1248-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Date - Sunday\, June 23rd\n\n Location - Portsmouth\, N H\n\n Distance - 4 or 5 nautical miles total\n\n Launch Time - 10:30am (ar rive early enough to be ready to launch by 10:00am for pre-trip discussion )\n\n Lunch - 45 to 60 minutes\n\n Return Time  - Approximately 3:00pm\n\ n Pace - Mild but moving (around 1.5 knots / hour)\n\n\n\n This trip will be an introduction to paddling with mild tidal currents (easily manageable by anyone) and just a little bit of exposure to open ocean if conditions allow.  Trip parameters may change based on weather.  This will be an ex cellent opportunity for anyone who has had little or no exposure to the oc ean\, and would like a small sample of what paddling in open waters can be like.  While a sea kayak (flotation at both front and rear of the boat) is preferred\, we can discuss whether or not a different boat would be app ropriate to use.\n\n\n\n ALL participants MUST:\n\n\n\n\n Be a current NS PN member (contact membership@nspn.org if you need assistance)\n \n \n Co ntact me personally via Private Message (you must be logged in) or email\n \n \n Wear personal flotation device / life jacket\n \n \n Manage perso nal comfort (water\, lunch\, sunscreen\, clothing\, etc)\n \n\n\n Particip ants should come willing to learn from fellow kayakers\, as this will be a great opportunity to be introduced to some of the skills needed to transi tion from sheltered water to ocean paddling.  This will not be a formal c oaching or training session\, but instead should be a fun day on the water with some knowledge being shared.\n\n\n\n Group size will be limited by n umber of leaders\, so a wait list may need to be established.  Leaders\, please contact me if interested in participating on this trip.  Updates o n this trip may be posted on the trips forum\, so those interested may wan t to click on the FOLLOW button at the upper right of that thread\, howeve r final details will only be shared via a group discussion offline.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190623 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Practical Chart Prep and Trip Planning: Casco Bay and Marble head DTSTAMP:20190411T184727Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1247-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Two of NSPN's most popular annual trips are the Jewell Island (Casco Bay) camping trip in mid-May\, and the Solstice paddle out o f Marblehead in late June. Each location offers multiple destinations and activities\, so there's always a trip option depending on your skill level \, preferences for distance\, and that day's tide and wind direction.\n\n\ n\n Having a well-prepared nautical chart and an equally well-prepared pla n for your trip are key skills every sea kayaker should develop. These two locations in particular (Casco Bay and Marblehead) are full of destinatio ns that NSPN paddlers return to over and over again\, and it makes sense t o invest some time getting to know them and getting them set up to suit yo ur paddling needs.\n\n\n\n Join us at REI in Reading on Saturday\, May 11\ , from 2-6PM (with social dinner at a restaurant or a nearby park to follo w) for an interactive\, hands-on afternoon of chart prep\, chart reading s kills\, and planning some actual trips based on the upcoming Jewell and So lstice paddles. If you're attending the Jewell camping trip\, you and your fellow paddlers can go over the exact route you'll take to Jewell the fol lowing week\, and sketch out a few proposals for possible excursions from the island. If you're not going to Jewell\, you can work on plans for a pa ddle in Casco Bay or out of Marblehead\, or simply go through the planning process to learn more about these two paddling destinations.\n\n\n\n Padd lers at every level are invited to attend\, and newer members are especial ly welcome. Even if you never intend to lead or navigate on an NSPN trip\, you'll come away with a marked-up chart that you can follow along with\, and you'll get a better understanding of the factors that go into choosing a particular route on any given day. More experienced navigators are invi ted to help with the chart prep work\, to contribute to the development of route plans based on weather and tide\, and to help answer questions abou t the upcoming paddles.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n You are required to bring: pen\ , paper\, and a chart of Casco Bay and/or a chart of Marblehead and Salem Sound. (Contact me at least a week before the workshop if you need help ge tting a chart)\n\n\n\n Bring the following optional goodies if you have th em:\n\n\n\n  - various colored pens\, pencils\, highlighters\n\n\n\n  - something with a long\, straight edge for drawing straight magnetic north lines on your chart. (ruler\, yardstick\, scrap aluminum bar\, etc)\n\n\n\ n  - something to measure angles (protractor\, hiking compass\, small cra ft nav aid)\n\n\n\n  - MITA guidebook (for locating Casco Bay destination s)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n There will be some homework (initial map prep you ca n do at home) so we can dive into chart reading\, final chart prep\, and t rip planning.\n\n\n\n You can click the Attending button on the Calendar p osting to let others know you'll be there\, but I'd also very much appreci ate an RSVP reply in the Trips forum posting with the following info: \n\ n\n\n - Which chart will you bring (or need)?\n\n\n\n  - Are you going to Jewell this year? (if so\, where are you launching from and on what day?) \n\n\n\n  - Are you thinking about going to the Solstice paddle in late J une?\n\n\n\n  - Joining us afterwards for dinner and more social trip pla nning? (prefer outdoors or restaurant?)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Link to Trips f orum for RSVP: \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20190511T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="sharrison";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bold Coast Trip DTSTAMP:20190214T202836Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1243-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This Level-3-and-up trip will visit one of the most dr amatic coastlines in the world\, Maine's Bold Coast\, the long weekend of Friday August 2 - Monday August 5. Ranging from Machias Bay to Lubec and b eyond to Canada's Campobello Island\, the Bold Coast is a largely undevelo ped and wild region with lots of dramatic cliffs and rocks\, 25+ foot tid al ranges\, strong currents and quite unpredictable weather.\n\n\n\n Orga nizers: Bob Levine (rylevine)\, Joseph Berkovitz\n\n\n\n This trip is not for everyone. Please read all the information in the Trips forum posting  before RSVPing to this trip. Thank you!\n\n\n\n If the RSVP list is full \, private message me -- we will maintain a wait list in case of cancella tions.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190806 ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:6th Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat: Bar Harbor\, ME Sept 6 to Sept. 9\, 2019 DTSTAMP:20190314T175122Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1244-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 6th   Annual NSPN Downeast Retreat \; Bar Harbor ME  \n\n September 6-9\, 2019 \n\n\n Initiator: Peter Brady \n\n\n\n This wi ll be our sixth annual Downeast Retreat for NSPN. \n\n\n\n For More detai led Information\, check the trip posting in the Trips Forum of the Message Board \nAs in the last five years\, this four day event will span the w eekend after Labor Day\,  beginning  on Friday morning Sept 6   and will  wind down on Monday afternoon\, September 9. Most participants arri ve on Thursday afternoon or evening. Our base of operations will be at LL angolan Inn\, on Rt 3 near Hadley Point and there will be a meet &\; g reet gathering there on Thursday evening.   \n\n\n\n Accommodations and food are on your own.\n\n Every day (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\, Monday) we will organize group paddles in the area  around Mt.Desert Island. Fri day will be an all day paddle \, so participants usually arrive on Thursda y evening\, although members are welcome to come for  any or all of the four days they are able to attend .  Monday is a travel day for most par ticipants\, so there can be a paddle the first half of the day\, with trav el home on Monday afternoon. \n There will be a pot luck  in the bar n at LLangolan on Saturday night.\nIf you would like to come to this even t: Please RSVP\n (“I’m going” ) here in the calendar posting.\nYour name will then be included in a PM thread for all participants\, and we w ill share information in the months and weeks leading up to the event. Thi s will include a google docs spreadsheet where participants can add their information for us to share. \n\n\n\n Please PM Peter Brady( PeterB) if you have any  questions. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20190906T040000Z DTEND:20190909T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kate";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Patricia McCauley";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=A CCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Prassede";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="S Johnson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday Lunch Paddle DTSTAMP:20190213T165356Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1242-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This series of paddles takes place on (surprise!) Wedne sdays\, and provides a midweek opportunity to paddle on a different day fr om the lake sessions. Most of the launches will be in the Salem Sound ar ea\, but can branch out to between Boston and Gloucester.\n\n\n\n Here is a description of a typical Wednesday Lunch paddle:\n\n\n\n Meet at launc h at 10:00.\n \n \n Beach Briefing at 10:20.\n \n \n On the water and pa ddling at 10:30am.\n \n \n 1-1.5 hours of paddling to lunch location\n \n \n 1 hour of lunch\, conversation\, and relaxation\n \n \n 1-1.5 hours of paddling to return to launch\n \n \n Return around 3:00.\n \n\n These paddles are most appropriate for independent paddlers with ocean paddling experience.  The Wednesday paddles are cooperative adventures\, not guide d trips. Each participant is responsible for her/his own safety. Don’t a ssume the trip initiators are smarter\, stronger\, better at rough water\, more attractive\, or more skilled paddlers than you are. For more informa tion\, see this description of our trip philosophy from the NSPN web site. \n\n\n\n Typically on the Monday before the trip\, we will post specific i nformation about the trip on the Trips Forum.  The post's message thread can be used for RSVPs and other questions concerning the specific trip.\n \n\n\n If you haven’t paddled with one of us before\, please get in touc h with one us via private message before signing up. Before departing for the launch location\, please consult your favorite sources to determine w ind\, tide\, and sea conditions\, so you are aware of the trip environment for that day.\n\n\n\n Each week's venue will be selected taking expected conditions into account. In general\, the trip will only be canceled for e xtreme conditions and thunderstorms.\n\n\n\n We look forward to you joinin g us for an enjoyable day of paddling and picnicing! Please private messag e us with any questions you may have.\n\n\n\n Your faithful trip organizer s\,\n\n\n\n Joe  Berkovitz (profile)\n\n Bob Levine (profile).\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190501 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20190828T040000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:7th Annual Easter Plunge DTSTAMP:20171203T131038Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1169-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Over the years\, a hardy group of NSPN members have gotte n together for what first started out as a cold water practice session on Easter morning. While it was short\, they had great fun and promised to ge t together the following years and make it an annual event. Thus began the Annual Easter Plunge.  This will be a combination discussion/paddle/cold water practice event tailored to the wants and needs of the group. You’ ll have the opportunity to review tips and techniques for dealing with col d weather and water\, test out your gear while we do some cold water rescu es\, or just have a paddle! LOTS of hypo kits and chocolate will be on han d and careful attention will be paid to all paddlers’ condition and well -being. Come join us for this CAM (Chocolate Adventure Model) event.\n\nYo u must have the following:\n- Food and a hot beverage\n- Drysuit with prop er footwear and appropriate under layers (if you don't have a drysuit\, in quire about borrowing or renting)\n- Neoprene cap or hood\n- Neoprene glov es or poggies\n- Wool or fleece hat\n- Wool or fleece gloves or mittens\n- Down or synthetic insulated jacket that fits over your PFD\nIf you have t he following\, you should also bring them:\n- Storm cag\n- Warm outer pant layer (worn at launch to unload and pack boat)\n- Spare under-layers (in case your primary set gets wet)\n- Padding to sit on (camp chair\, carpet square\, piece of foam\, etc)\n- Hypo kit (various items to help deal with hypothermia for yourself and/or others)\n- Group shelter\n\nWe recommend that everyone put together some form of hypothermia kit – see this post if you want more information on what to include: http://www.nspn.org/forum /topic/9825-hypo-kit/. Don’t feel overwhelmed by all the gear. The start of a good hypo kit is a thermos of hot tea/chocolate/soup/water and a war m jacket/blanket/tarp. Do you have any hand or feet warmers from skiing? A n old yoga mat is a great ground pad. A tent fly would work as a wind shel ter. Don’t worry about packability if it’s just a day paddle – you h ave plenty of room in your boat. Put together what you can and we will com pare different ideas. \n\nIf you would like to attend but don’t have a p articular piece of kit\, just let us know. We should have plenty of extra stuff on hand to care for everyone. So bring your bunny ears (really!) and join us for some cold water fun! We will even have extra ears on hand for those who don't have them. Location and details to be determined\, but wi ll most likely be in MA north of Boston.  For questions or to sign up\, l ook for this post on the Trips / Events forum.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190420 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waves\, Tides\, and Currents DTSTAMP:20190208T165918Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1241-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Waves\, tides\, and currents: the kayaking environment\ n\n\n\n Sunday\, February 17 - 11 am to mid afternoon - REI Community Room\, Reading MA\n\n\n\n We’ll learn the physical causes of waves\, ti des\, and currents\, and might find out:\n\n\n\n Why do waves come in sets ?\n\n Why are the waves on some beaches always dumping?\n\n Rip current… friend or foe?\n\n Why is the water so rough around headlands?\n\n Why doe s a 12 second wave have 4x the energy of a 6 second wave?\n\n Why is the t ide 50 minutes later each day?\n\n Why is there a bigger and a smaller tid e each day…sometimes?\n\n Why are the tides so big in the Bay of Fundy?\ n\n\n\n Lots of drawings and graphs\, few equations (all avoidable).\n\n\n \n After the presentation we’ll have an open discussion of strategies to deal with waves and currents as a kayaker\, where to get predictions\, an d rules for interpolation.\n\n\n\n This event is open to paid club members only.  Please RSVP here.\n\n DTSTART:20190217T160000Z ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Brian McCormack";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kurtyang04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Annie L";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Taylor";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:11th Annual Jewell I. Kayak Camping\, 5.17-19 DTSTAMP:20181013T213452Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1211-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers \, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. He re's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camp ing without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 11th annua l trip to Jewell\, which has multiple campsite options and latrines. We typically have 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an upper li mit has not been established.\nThe Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be ad opted\n\n\n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n FRIDAY: Arriv e at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod working out detai ls privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Friday\, May 17\ , in plenty of time for a ______am launch (HT-1042). If you are new to kay ak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arrivi ng no later than _______. \n\n\n\n SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or island activities (HT-1134). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamon d geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general c amaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire.\n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Back to car s via ???? (HT-1223).\n\n\n\n If you would like to join this group of frie ndly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping in genera l\, Private Message (PM) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP on the cale ndar and PM the following information to your specific pod organizer:\n-A uto color\, make\, model\, and tag#.\n-Contact info\, including cell\, Es\ , H\,W phone\, emergency contact and permission to share with participants .\n\n\n\n \ngary\n\n\n\n Bonus prize for anyone who can identify my suprem e companions below from 2007!\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20190517T040000Z DTEND:20190519T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jordan Engel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kate";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="GeorgeP";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Muscongus Bay Getaway DTSTAMP:20181218T223917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1235-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kyle.Martin":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This level 3 trip is for paddlers looking to further ex plore Muscongus bay. Paddling options include George’s Islands\, across the mouth of the St. George River to Port Clyde\, Monhegan in a day\, and many others. The Gay Island Lodge will be used as a basecamp. The lodge s leeps 12 with both private and shared rooms with beds. Tent platforms also available for those that would prefer a tent-site. RSVP on calendar event  after sending payment to secure your sleeping preference. Creature co mforts include gas stove/oven/hot water heater\, kitchen wares\, running w ater/plumbing. Dinner this year will be prepared by lodge keeper Rose. Ma ine Sport Outfitters fee of $145 to secure your spot in the lodge or ten t platform. Paypal: kyle.martin.8080@gmail.com or contact MSO and ask fo r Tim in the Outdoor Programs department. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Link to las t years trip report \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190618 ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Vytas 'Vick' Marciulionis";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PA RTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Marcy Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christian Leger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lbeale";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PSANTA";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Gassin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T135458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1222-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190324T150000Z DTEND:20190324T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Car Camping\, LobsterBuoyCampsites\, 8.16-8.18 DTSTAMP:20190129T211914Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1239-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP ON NSPN CALENDAR UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT.\n\n\n\n Come out and camp/paddle during prime time! Home Ba se will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathered at th e Group Site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddling options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Clyde. These trips are not appropriate for beginners. Minimal skills to participate include wet exit \, self and assisted rescue\, and previous experience in ocean paddling wi th conditions of wind up to 15K\, waves to 2 feet\, and crossings up to 2. 0M. Typical pot-luck Friday evening buffet (proper attire please) for thos e so inclined to participate. Saturday is often a “go into Town” for s upper. This trip will be cross-posted to MITA/SMSKN/and NSK to encourage p articipation from friendly paddlers from all these groups. Rather than lim it numbers from each group\, I will set the limit to 15 FOR THE GROUP SITE ONLY. Your spot will be secured when I receive payment ($15 per nite) via paypal (gyorkattdsdotnet) or check (private message me). \n\n\n\n PLEASE DO NOT RSVP ON NSPN CALENDAR UNTIL YOU HAVE SENT YOUR PAYMENT.\n\n\n\n If you prefer\, or if the group site fills to capacity\, private sites may be reserved directly with Lobster Buoy Campsites @ 207.594.7546 after May 15 .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190816 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190819 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Two Talks by John Huth - Intro to Celestial Navigation and C limate Change 101 DTSTAMP:20190127T180917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1238-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="prudenceb":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Intro to Celestial Navigation AND Climate Change 101\n\ n\n\n Two Separate Talks by John Huth in One Fascinating Day!\n\n\n\n Satu rday\, March 2 - 10:30 am to mid afternoon - REI Community Room\, Readin g MA\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Club member and Harvard physics professor\, John H uth\, has once again generously agreed to help us expand our field of know ledge by presenting two separate talks relevant to our paddling community.   John wrote up a brief summary of each talk to whet our appetites:\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n\n \n Introduction to Celestial Navigation \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Before the advent of GPS\, sailors on the open ocean had to rely on sightings of celestial o bjects to find their location on earth.   What used to be a fairly commo n practice is now in in danger of extinction.    GPS is exceptionally vu lnerable to jamming and spoofing.  As a result the US Navy has reinstated courses in celestial navigation.   This introduction outlines the basic s of celestial navigation for the novice\, and points to directions on how to develop this as a usable skill. \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Climate Change 101\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n In the news\, we mostly hear the classic \"both sides\" on climate change.    But\, the actual science of climate is fascinating and accessible to the educated lay person.    In this presentation\, I use the US climate report mandated by Congress as a jumping off point to e xamine the science of climate.   In addition to the well know greenhouse effect\, I look at the uncertainties in climate modeling\, and other 'for cing functions'\, such as volcanic eruptions\, variations in solar output\ , and deforestation. \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n    \n \n\n \n This event is open to paid club members only.  Please R SVP on the club calendar.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Prude nce\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190302 ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kathryn Ryan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kurtyang04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="RayA11";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Annie L";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="FlorrieY";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="GeorgeP";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mid-Winter Party DTSTAMP:20180215T112411Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1189-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Xth Annual NSPN Winter Party aka Cabin Fever Party Satu rday January 26 2019 6 pm Gould Barn Topsfield\, MA\n\n (to be preceded by the club's annual meeting at 5 pm)\n\n  \n\n\n\n OK\, we've all hopeful ly survived the holidays and stepped confidently into the new year.  Whil e it hasn't gotten too cold or snowy yet\, all that may be just around the corner!  So it's time to turn our thoughts to NSPN's annual winter bash.  We will return this year to the Gould Barn.  This year's party will ha ve a total emphasis on food\, drink and socializing!  We have decided to give the raffle a break this year to allow more time for folks to enjoy e ach others' company.\n\n\n\n So bring yourselves\, a spouse if you like an d some fabulous food (and a beverage - adult or otherwise - of your choi ce) and enjoy the company of your fellow (and gal!) paddlers.\n\n\n\n The party will start with appetizers (assuming someone signs up to bring!) and drinks at 6 pm.  It will be preceded by the annual business meeting\, wh ere members will have a chance to hear about the past year\, the financial status of the club\, initiatives the BOD is considering\, and will also b e able to weigh in with ideas about how to make our club even better goin g forward.  Our president\, Rob Folster\, will be posting separately abou t the annual meeting.\n\n\n\n So let us know if you're coming and what you 'll be bringing!\n\n\n\n Your Party Tsarinas\,\n\n\n\n Prudence and Janice \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Gould Barn - 1 Howlett St\, Topsfield\, Massachusetts\ n\n\n\n Parking is limited to the 11 spaces in the Emerson Center lot labe led Gould Barn Parking and the 2 spaces on the grounds labeled Capen House Parking. Additional parking is available on the street nearby.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190126 ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T135142Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1221-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190316T170000Z DTEND:20190316T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T132109Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1220-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190309T180000Z DTEND:20190309T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T131859Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1219-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190223T180000Z DTEND:20190223T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T131433Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1218-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190209T180000Z DTEND:20190209T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T131209Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1217-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190127T160000Z DTEND:20190127T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T131006Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1216-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190119T180000Z DTEND:20190119T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pool Session DTSTAMP:20181117T130102Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1215-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n These sessions are offered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If y ou are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Members hip@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.  As i n years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. Yo u will need to download the ACA Adult Liability Waiver form here\, or in t he Downloads section of the message board and print one for EACH pool sess ion you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool sess ion if you do not complete a Liability Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n \n Each pool session spot will cost $25\, but if you are not an ACA member \, you will need to pay the additional $5 ACA Event Fee per session.  You can become an ACA member by signing up here and selecting North Shore Pad dlers Network from the Paddle America Clubs drop-down list.  The annual m embership fee is $30 for individuals\, which will be \"paid back\" in only six pool sessions since there is no Event Fee for ACA members.\n\n\n\n Th ese sessions are a great way to keep existing skills active over the cold winter months or work on new skills for the upcoming paddling season.  Al though NSPN does not offer official instruction\, many members are willing to offer whatever assistance they can while they are at the pool.  Howev er\, if you would like to pay for professional instruction\, you can seek out an instructor directly\, either from NSPN members (some of who are act ually certified!) or from other professional instructors.  If the instruc tor will have a boat in the pool\, they will need a pool session spot purc hased.  If they are only going to instruct from the poolside\, then they do not need a spot.  Regardless\, all attendees (whether in the pool or i nstructing poolside) MUST have an ACA Waiver and pay the $5 Event Fee if t hey are not an ACA member.\n\n\n\n The Saturday sessions will be betwee n 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and the Sunday sessions will be 11:00am-1:00pm.  The da tes for the sessions are as follows:\n     Saturday\, January 5\n\ n      Saturday\, January 19\n\n      Sunday\, January 27\n\n      Saturday\, February 9\n\n      Saturday\, February 23\n\n      Saturday\, March 9\n\n      Saturday\, March 16\n\n      Sunday\, March 24\n\n\n\n Pool sessions can only be purchased through the Store using PayPal for payment. For those of you that do not have a PayP al account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a cred it card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or create an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of poo l session dates (or access them through the Store link in the blue top ba nner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA membe r\, you must Add To Cart the $5 Event Fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associat e This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you wou ld like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwi se skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categori es list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA m ember)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Chec kout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for you r order.\n \n\n\n We cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility clo ses due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase and would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. We w ill try to post a reminder for each session to which you can look for some one to purchase your slot\, or start a new posting if you choose.  They m ust bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20190105T180000Z DTEND:20190105T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop DTSTAMP:20181031T011358Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1214-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Are you interested in extending your paddling season be yond the short New England summers?  Wonder how it is that people are STI LL kayaking even as you read this on a brisk fall day?  Learn the tricks and techniques of paddling safely as the temperatures drop at the yearly c old water event to be held on Saturday\, November 10 at Newbury Kayak and Canoe\, 291 High Street (Route 1A)\, Newbury MA starting promptly at 10:00 am and wrapping up around 2:00pm.  Plan to park in the lower lot down by the water and line up the cars against the hill below the shop.\n\n\n\n We will begin inside the shop with a quick overview covering the dangers of cold water and how to mitigate the risks with gear and knowledge\, followe d up with a bit of a swim at the shop's boat ramp\, and will finish up bac k inside for a wrap-up discussion over pizza lunch. For those with prior e xperience\, feel free to come and help out\, and if you have a spare suit\ , let us know.  The shop will also have some suits for those who have nev er owned a suit and are looking for a first-time experience.  If anyone c hooses to test out a wetsuit\, best to plan to be able to dry off and chan ge before heading back inside for the discussion\, as the shop will be ope n for business\, and we would like to minimize making a mess of the place. \n\nPlease RSVP on the calendar if you wish to attend so that we can maint ain a head count.  If you need to borrow a drysuit\, please post to the t hread on the Trips forum so that we can contact you about sizing.  See th e following websites for sizing info:\n\n\n\n https://kokatat.com/support/ sizing\n\n\n\n For those who wish to help out and/or have a spare suit for others to use\, please PM me so that I can manage logistics.\n\n\n\n We r ecommend that a hot beverage will go a long way to keeping warm\, and mayb e even a snack before going for a swim.  Please bring form fitting fleece or synthetic long underwear to wear underneath the suits\, wool/fleece so cks and closed shoes that can be worn OVER the bulky drysuit sock and your socks. Loose fitting fleece jackets are too bulky to go underneath a dry suit.  Down jackets can be worn underneath\, but is less effective as the water compresses the suit\, so not an ideal option.  Please bring any gl oves/hoods/hats/shoes that you have that are extra so that if someone else is missing an article of clothing\, they can borrow.\n\n\n\n Although the shop has a bathroom\, the system can be challenged when there is sudden h eavy usage\, so I believe there will also be a (super clean) porta potty t hat folks will be encouraged to use.  If you have any questions\, feel fr ee to post on the Trips forum thread\, PM me\, or contact the shop.  We h ope to see many new faces and old friends as we usher in the glory of fall and winter paddling!!\n\n DTSTART:20181110T150000Z DTEND:20181110T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David Cirka";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20180529T180404Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1204-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5pm. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, falling out of your boat\, o r just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immersion.  A wetsuit is warm en ough\, and keeps down the bruises from climbing back into your boat ten ti mes a night.\n\n\n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake \, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get of f 128 at Pine st (exit 16) and head north on the dirt road\, or find Cheba cco road off Rt 22 in Essex and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees. No range rs to kick us out at the end of the evening\, but the mosquitoes do the jo b just fine.\n\n DTSTART:20180531T210000Z DTEND:20180601T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=13;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Talls Ships Portsmouth NH DTSTAMP:20180721T103901Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1208-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Sylvester":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See Forum for posted trip 7/25 out of Odiorne to see the flotilla\n DTSTART:20180725T130000Z DTEND:20180725T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AM Paddle DTSTAMP:20180702T195332Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1207-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="alcoons":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20180704T130000Z DTEND:20180704T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lake Umbagog kayak camping\, Oct 5-8\, 2018 DTSTAMP:20180605T174146Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1206-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n DO NOT RSVP FOR THIS EVENT BEFORE READING.  \n\n\n\n I t’s been >\;10 years since I posted an NSPN trip to Umbagog\, one of m y first trip postings.  Lets return and enjoy northern Maine paddling amo ngst Mother Nature’s fall splendor\, while staying at a group campsite ( #13\; http://www.nhstateparks.org/uploads/pdf/Umbagog-Remote_Campground-M ap.pdf) on Lake Umbagog (um-BAY-gog).  We’ll launch on the Androscoggin River\, upstream from Errol\, above the dam\, and mosey to our campsite:  https://www.gaiagps.com/datasummary/track/8a3cb6bf-fa8e-4314-bbe9-53e536 46c52d/ \n\n\n\n Lots of shoreline to explore\, including the lower Rapid River.  Some may wish to hike along the Rapid River all the way to Lower Richardson Lake\, passing Pond in the River\, the setting of Louise Dick inson Rich's classic book “We took to the Woods”.  Limit 12\; carpool ing encouraged for this long drive.  Your paypal (gyorkattdsdotnet) payme nt of $30 guarantees your place fireside.  RSVP on the calendar AFTER s ubmitting your payment please. \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181009 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cape Ann Paddle - All Welcome DTSTAMP:20180603T124906Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1205-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n For the last day of June\, let's enjoy the true paddli ng high season with a paddle from Lanes Cove towards the Annisquam\, stopp ing at the Annisquam Harbor Light for a scenic break and (dependent on ap petite for distance) riding the flood current into the Annisquam and Jone s Rivers for a saltmarsh ramble.\n\n\n\n This paddle is open to NSPN membe rs of all skill levels including recent participants in the club's New To Sea Kayaking series. It is not a training session! The goal is to get on the water\, enjoy each others' company and have some fun on the beautiful north side of Cape Ann. I'm limiting participation to 12 in order to keep the number manageable\, but this may not be an issue.\n\n\n\n The plan is to be ready to launch our boats at 9:30 am.  Lanes has two launch areas\ ; we will be launching from the area on the west side (Duley St) as it is less crowded. However you can park in either lot after unloading.\n\n\n\n Please respond \"Going\" if you are interested in joining!\n\n DTSTART:20180630T133000Z ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="marcasm";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bduce";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BillHudgins";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle & Potluck DTSTAMP:20171219T222930Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1171-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n This is our annual summertime social event which is always held at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead and finishes off with a p ot luck party under the pavilion across the street at Devereux Beach.  Tr aditionally\, we end up with multiple groups on the water doing different trips based on skills and experience.  Examples would be a 15 mile trip o ut to Bakers Island for some play in heavier seas around the island\, a 10 mile trip to Children's Island for some conservative paddling in moderate seas\, and a 5 mile trip to Dolliber Cove for those newer to sea kayaking .  Those are just examples\, and we may end up with more or less than thr ee groups if needed.  The actual trips would be designed based on the wea ther\, sea conditions\, and the general desires of participants.  Each tr ip will have leaders of varying levels but all trip members should be acti ve participants in the design and execution of each trip to the extent of their abilities.  Therefore\, we welcome NSPN members of all skill levels to join this event\, and only require a minimum of a sea kayak (must have active flotation such as bulkheads or float bags)\, paddle\, PFD\, sprays kirt\, food and water.  Even then\, if you are lacking something (say a p roper ocean kayak with bulkheads)\, please post what you might need and we will see if someone has one you can borrow for the day.\n \n\n \n Par king at Riverhead should be free\, but can be busy with dog walker\, SUP r entals\, and - oh yeah\, a bunch of kayakers!  Alternate parking at Dever eaux is $15 for the day.  Everyone should be ready to launch by 9:30am\, and we will sort people into trip groups at that time.  After the trips ( most likely 3:00 - 3:30PM)\, all groups will pack up their gear\, change i nto warm clothing (be prepared that it tends to be very windy in the after noon) and collect under the picnic pavilion at Devereaux Beach across the street\, and enjoy a pot-luck style beach party for dinner!  NSPN will h ave plates\, bowls\, napkins\, utensils and some extra serving utensils an d serving bowls on hand\, so bring your favorite dish (enough to share!)\, your favorite beverage (no alcohol) and you best kayaking stories to be t old.  Non-paddling friends and family are of course also invited to meet up with us.\n \n\n \n So bring your gear\, your love of paddling\, and a yummy dish to share to help us kick-off the summer paddling season in s tyle!!!  Please click the GOING button to the upper left so we get a sens e of who will be joining us.  Also\, watch the Trips message forum for an official announcement as a place for comments or questions.\n \n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180623 ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="B";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ns pn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Neil McCabe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shawn Sexton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bduce";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="SeaKayakNE";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rich zwiercan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kelsey Oltz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julie Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="marcasm";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue Two";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jim Snyder";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rick crangle";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Presentation on Paddling Maine's Bold Coast DTSTAMP:20180525T113028Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1203-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Daniel Carr":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Please join MITA for an evening discussion on paddling th e Bold Coast of Maine\n DTSTART:20180530T213000Z DTEND:20180530T233000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Wednesday (Plan-B White Pond) DTSTAMP:20180426T170458Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1201-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Greenland rolling\, euro-paddle rolling\, goose-decoy r olling\, norsaq rolling\, hand rolling\, rescue practice\, standing up in a kayak and juggling\, sitting in kayaks talking without ever getting wet\ , strokes practice\, stupid kayak tricks\, Walden Pond on Wednesday evenin gs has something for nearly every kayaker. Come join us. It is on the cale ndar for 2018 from May 23rd through August 29th\, though it may keep going even longer.\n\n\n\n Two-person-minimum.  Each week’s session is consi dered automatically canceled unless at least two people post in the “Tri ps / NSPN Events” forum that they plan to attend.  This is mainly to ha ndle thunderstorms in the forecast\, but also to coordinate things like th e occasional dinner plans (usually at Comella’s).\n\n\n\n Plan-B is Whit e Pond.  Walden is wonderful but sometimes closes.  Find that and other information at https://twitter.com/waldenpondstate.  Plan-B is if Walden tweets they are closed\, even if they plan to reopen that day\, or if you find yourself locked out of Walden when you arrive\, head to White Pond.  White Pond is an 8 minute (10 to 16 minutes at rush hour) drive from Wald en.  It has very limited parking\, so generally we drop kayaks\, but park at a nearby school.  Google Maps describes the put-in as 5B Plainfield R d\, Concord\, MA 01742\, the school where we park is Willard Elementary. W hite Pond is rolling and rescue friendly.  Practice takes place right at the put-in so it is very nice for late arrivals.  AMC Boston’s White-Wa ter paddlers have their pond social there on Wednesdays\, and the leader k nows White Pond is our Plan-B\; Walden has been their Plan-B in the past.   We put-in right next to a PRIVATE members only swim beach. Technically non-members are not supposed to use the beach restrooms. Though I have hea rd of people getting permission from life-guards in the past.\n\n\n\n You will need to sign an NSPN waiver ( https://www.nspn.org/waiver/ ).  Walde n Pond sessions do not include a beach briefing\, and often have staggered launches.  So to comply with NSPN policy\, please print your own waiver copies and bring a signed copy to each pond session.  If you forget to br ing a waiver\, please sign the waiver of someone who remembered.\n\n\n\n Y ou will need a parking pass at Walden (White Pond is free).  If you are 6 2 or older and a MA resident\, get a Senior ParksPass for $10.  If you li ve in MA and just want to try Walden the “borrow a ParksPass program” might work for you.  If you plan to be a regular consider a season pass. Otherwise pay the daily Walden parking fee (there is a kiosk by the boat r amp accepting debit/credit cards).\n\n\n\n For those new to Walden\, I pla yed around with Google Maps and created this custom map showing the follow ing places.\nMain Parking Entrance: We rarely park in the main parking lot unless we arrive late\, or need the bathroom facilities in the main parki ng area.\nBoat Ramp Entrance: There is a gravel driveway on the other side of the road just a bit south of the main parking lot which leads to the b oat ramp. We can now purchase parking passes from a machine at the Boat Ra mp near the water.\nBoat Ramp: Only cars with boats or handicapped tags ar e supposed to use the limited boat ramp parking. Be nice to the rangers\, most of whom will react by being quite nice. Though a few are very \"by th e book\" grumpy types. The rangers announce the boat ramp will be closing usually 20 to 30 minutes before it closes. The rangers close both the boat ramp parking lot and the in-gate for main parking half an hour before the main parking lot's out-gate closes.\nBeach Bathhouse: There are also larg er bathroom/changing facilities at the main beach\, a short walk from the boat ramp\, though with more limited days and hours.\nWe usually practice here: An initial pod of kayaks usually launches between 5:00pm and 5:30pm. If you get there late\, no problem\, just paddle to the other end of the pond from the boat ramp where you will usually find us practicing out of s ight from the boat ramp but within sight of “We usually practice here. ”\n\n\n\n There is no leader\, but I hope to be a Walden Pond regular ag ain this year. I also hope to see lots of new and old faces this year!\n\n \n\n -Bill Voss\n\n\n\n Links:\n\n My custom Walden map.\nhttps://www.goog le.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1u17Eky1Igua-v4LJRREH0pxbWM0&\;ll=42.439244671 799266%2C-71.33892774999998&\;z=16\n\n\n\n Latest Walden news including closings and time changes\nhttps://twitter.com/waldenpondstate\n\n\n\n Pl an-B put-in 5B Plainfield Rd\, Concord\, MA 01742\, park Willard Elementar y School\nhttps://www.google.com/maps/dir/42.430538\,-71.381973/42.429502\ ,-71.3860339/@42.4296506\,-71.3862034\,861m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m2!4m1!3e0?hl=e n\n\n\n\n When we eat out afterwards\, it is usually at Comella’s\nhttps ://www.google.com/maps/place/Comella's/@42.4598123\,-71.3519268\,17z/data= !4m5!3m4!1s0x405c6f6c775def23:0x19ed21bd8b0df94e!8m2!3d42.4598123!4d-71.34 97381?hl=en\n\n\n\n AMC Boston Pond Socials and Pool Rolling\nhttp://amcbo stonpaddlers.org/pondsocials-poolrolling\n\n\n\n Parking:\n\n Senior Parks Pass\nhttps://www.mass.gov/how-to/get-a-senior-parkspass\n\n Borrow a Park sPass\nhttps://www.mass.gov/service-details/find-where-you-can-borrow-a-pa rkspass\n\n Annual ParksPasses\nhttps://www.reserveamerica.com/showPage.do ?name=common&\;commonPath=/htm/MA_DCRParkPasses.html\n\n Walden Pond in fo\, including day pass info.\nhttps://www.mass.gov/locations/walden-pond- state-reservation\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20180523T210000Z DTEND:20180523T233000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20180829T040000;BYDAY=WE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:20th Anniversary Show & Go DTSTAMP:20180512T232355Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1202-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="B":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n See message board (trips)for details\n DTSTART:20180513T140000Z DTEND:20180513T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN Yard Sale - April 28th DTSTAMP:20180409T001546Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1199-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n NSPN Yard Sale\n\n\n\n April 28th 9am\n\n\n\n 31 Highla nd Road - Merrimac\, MA\n\n\n\n Periodically\, we'll hold an informal yard sale at an NSPN event and a couple folks who have gear to sell\, will bri ng their extra gear.  This year\, one of NSPNs longtime members and a pil lar in the paddling community\, is having a yard sale and she's offered he r expansive yard on that day for other NSPN members to come and sell their paddling gear (and maybe score a couple deals as well!).\n\n\n\n Suz Hutc hinson has been hoarding loads of Kokatat and North Water gear and will be selling loads of new and unused samples along with clearing out the close ts of extra tents and camping supplies.\n\n\n\n The yard sale is being hel d at her home and her town is doing a town-wide yard sale that weekend as well\, so it's a great opportunity to have lots of buyers for your gear or lots of yard sales to haunt!\n\n\n\n In the meantime\, if you are interes ted in selling your gear\, here's what you need to do:\n\n\n\n\n Gather y our extra gear.\n \n \n Price the gear and place your initials on the tag (just in case buyers mix up items).\n \n \n Find a table or tarp to plac e your items on.\n \n \n Show up and sell your wares!\n \n\n\n Gear Sale Flyer.pdf\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180428 ATTENDEE;CN="John Ruggiero";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kurtyang04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Suz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bold Coast Paddle DTSTAMP:20180418T131917Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1200-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Berkovitz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n \n\n\n This Level-3-and-up trip will visit one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world\, Maine's Bold Coast\, the long week end of Friday August 10 - Monday August 13. Ranging from Machias Bay to Lu bec and beyond to Canada's Campobello Island\, the Bold Coast is a largely undeveloped and wild region with lots of dramatic cliffs and rocks\, 25+ foot tidal ranges\, strong currents and quite unpredictable weather.  ( See the trip report from last year's MITA scouting trip which was a small er\, non-club paddle.) The tourists and pleasure boaters don't make it up this far\, which accounts for even more of its charm.\n\n\n\n The plan for this trip is to section-paddle various portions of the Bold Coast\, Ca mpobello Island and Cobscook Bay\, adjusting the plan for conditions\, in terest and level of challenge. The sectional approach contrasts with trips that attempt to run the coast during a single tide cycle\, which offers m uch less of an opportunity to explore the beauty of the region (and less f lexibility if adverse conditions arise). Without hard tidal deadlines for launching or landing\, we can pick various out-and-back or shuttle adventu res and have a lot of freedom with the length and nature of the paddles. D uring this weekend\, high tide will mostly occur around midday -- and it's a new moon spring tide\, so there is an extra helping of current on this trip!  If conditions really suck on any given day\, there is also really great hiking in the area.\n\n\n\n (NOTE: Even in mid-August the water in t his region is in the mid 50s\, with air temps in 60s. A drysuit is very mu ch in order\, and you're unlikely to get that hot.)\n\n\n\n Home base for this adventure is the Sunset Point RV Park in Lubec\, which is a very clea n and well-run campsite. It's not all RV's -- actually\, the area reserved for tents is a lovely grassy headland that juts out into Johnson Bay\, wi th its own little pavilion. The fee will run around $15 per night\, but it may be less than that depending on how many campers we get -- when we finalize attendance\, I'll be able to get the number.  Showers are free w ith unlimited hot water and if you care\, there is free Internet at the of fice.\n\n\n\n While this is posted as a 4-day event\, folks can easily ext end it (or shorten it) in either direction. However\, it takes 6-7 hours  to get up there or come back from there\, so allocate a day for travel o n either side.\n\n\n\n If you're interested\, please RSVP to indicate and I will pick this up via a PM thread. I would like to get the attendee list nailed down by the end of April so that we can finalize our reservation w ith the campground since it may start to fill up.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180814 ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4th Annual Saddleback I. retreat\, July 13-16 DTSTAMP:20180324T210606Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1193-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Do not automatically RSVP for this event (read below).  Join us for a 3-night mid-summer retreat on Saddleback's MCHT cabin in t he Stonington archipelago.  Limit 8\, with pod(s) launching from Old Quar ry or Wooden Boat School.  Past day trips have included IAH (with and wit hout circumnav)\, Marshall I.\, Green I. quarry\, and meandering/explorin g the other numerous islands in this kayaker's paradise\, including Saddle back.  Pot luck is the routine\, for those wishing to participate\, with special recognition/praise for 3 that contribute the main supper course .  Breakfasts/lunches on your own.  $56 via paypal (gyorkattdsdotnet) o r check (PM me) reserves your spot. Once you have sent payment\, please R SVP on calendar event.\n\n\n\n http://www.mcht.org/saddleback/\n\n\n\n \n\ n DTSTART:20180713T040000Z DTEND:20180716T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jwhipple";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="GeorgeP";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5th Annual Squam Lake Camping\, Oct 19-21\, 2018 DTSTAMP:20180215T122613Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1190-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Join us for a mid-fall weekend at Squam Lake\, Friday morning October 19 through Sunday October 21st.   Our group base camp wil l be on beautiful Moon Island (approximately 2 miles from the Piper Cove Put-in).  Numerous areas to explore on daily paddles\, with the option of a short hike up one or both of the Rattlesnake Mountains (fabulous vi ews\, and hopefully peak foliage).  We typically have a gourmet pot-luck feast on Friday night\, with plenty of leftovers for Saturday.  If weathe r allows\, this year the moon will be high in the sky and 80% full both ni ghts\, offering the option for a night paddle before returning to the camp fire.\n\n\n\n Our site is limited by space to 10 tents\, with a maximum g roup size of 12 people. $25 reserves your spot on this trip - contact me a nd RSVP here when you're ready to commit. Excess funds will be returned on Moon once we've paid for firewood.\n\n\n\n Dan\n\n DTSTART:20181019T140000Z DTEND:20181021T170000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kara Greenfield";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dry Suit Maintenance and Gasket Repair DTSTAMP:20180214T155057Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1188-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Unfortunately\, we have had to change the date for this workshop.  It has moved to Thursday evening\, April 5th.  Still plenty of space and availability to get your gaskets repaired!!  Hope you can jo in us!\n\n\n\n Dry Suit Maintenance and Gasket Repair\n\n\n\n NEW DATE AND TIME:   Thursday April 5   6pm\n\n\n\n Sunday March 18 – 9am to ~12p m\n\n\n\n\n \n Do you wash your dry suit in a top loader or front loade r?\n \n \n \n \n What detergent should you use?\n \n \n \n \n Is i t okay to use white vinegar?\n \n \n \n \n Can you bring back your dry suit’s DWR?\n \n \n \n \n What is DWR?\n \n \n \n \n Are your d ry suit gaskets becoming worn\, cracked\, or do they have that ‘sticky ’ feeling and the rubber sticks to itself?  \n \n \n \n \n Where do you get gaskets?  \n \n \n \n \n How do you replace them?\n \n \n\n \n NSPN together with Newbury Kayak and Canoe and Suzanne Hutchinson\, Kok atat Rep\n\n will hold a dry suit maintenance and repair workshop to answe r all of these questions and more!\n\n\n\n During the workshop\, Suz will explain how to take care of this important and expensive piece of equipmen t.  She’ll answer your questions about maintenance and repairs for the Kokatat dry suits most of us wear.\n\n\n\n But wait\, there’s more!\n\n\ n\n During the class\, Suz will demonstrate how to replace a wrist and nec k gasket and then we’ll break up into groups and 3 lucky NSPN members wi ll get to repair their neck or wrist gaskets during the workshop – just for the cost of buying the gaskets from Newbury (more on this below).  \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n But what if you aren’t interested in buying the repair forms and getting your fingers sticky with Aquaseal?  That’s where New bury Kayak and Canoe comes in!  They can quickly repair those gaskets for you!  Just drop off your suit\, they’ll replace the gaskets and you ca n pick it up when done!  They will repair both Kokatat and Stohlquist.  For those that love the do-it-yourself process\, they stock Kokatat as wel l as Stohlquist gaskets.\n\n\n\n So\, come join us to learn about dry suit repair\, maybe get a gasket fixed\, shop at Newbury\, or just socialize w ith fellow kayakers.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Space is limited.  To attend the event – email info@nspn.org and let us know you’d like to attend the D ry Suit Maintenance workshop.  \n\n\n\n The 4 (one by Suz\, 3 hands on) o nsite gasket repairs will be chosen by lottery.  You must be an NSPN memb er to participate.  If you’re interested in participating\, let us know that when you RSVP.  When you RSVP\, we need the following information:   Neck or Wrist (one or both) and size of gaskets to be replaced (if yo u’re not sure\, we’ll help you figure it out).  \n\n\n\n On March 10t h\, we will randomly choose 4 people to have either a neck or one/two wris ts repaired in the workshop.  We will notify the ‘winners’ by email t hat day and post here on the message forum.  You will need to bring your dry suit and pay for the gasket(s) when you arrive.  Gasket repairs must stay on the forms and cure overnight\, so you will leave your suit there a nd be able to pick it up during their business hours the following week.\n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Any questions\, please email info@nspn.org.  We look fo rward to seeing you there!\n\n DTSTART:20180405T220000Z DTEND:20180406T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MITA Bold Coast Initiative DTSTAMP:20180301T125424Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1192-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Daniel Carr":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Please join us at Newbury Kayak and Canoe for a discuss ion about Maine's Bold Coast\n\n\n\n Newbury Bold Coast poster.pdfNewbury Bold Coast poster.pdf\n\n DTSTART:20180412T220000Z DTEND:20180413T000000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Weather By The Seat Of Your Pants DTSTAMP:20171028T120157Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1159-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n John Huth once again has volunteered his time to presen t a workshop for NSPN members to understand weather and how these apply t o sea kayaking. John is a long time NSPN member\, and has a unique set of qualifications to present on this subject as he is both a physics professo r/lecturer at Harvard University and an accomplished kayaker. His experien ces on the sea have stimulated him to focus some of his academic research on kayak-related aspects of the physical world\, and he recently published a book on primitive navigation entitled \"The Lost Art of Finding Our Wa y.”  \n\n\n\n Johns past weather courses have broadly covered weather t opics such as: the approach of warm and cold fronts\, how to read cloud fo rmations\, wind\, the air circulation around high and low pressure systems \, and how to evaluate weather signs. Members have come away from past wo rkshops with a heightened understanding and appreciation of the physical forces that affect us while on the water.\n\n\n\n This is a workshop you won't want to miss.  The session will run from 11:30am to 4:00pm and wil l consist of two parts with a half-hour break in between and an open Q& \;A at the end.  The address for REI can be found in this calendar postin g\, and the meeting room is in the right rear of the store. Doors open at 11:00am and the store closes at 6:00pm for those interested in picking up a few items.  We have reached maximum capacity for this event\, and RVSPs are now closed.\n\n DTSTART:20180225T163000Z DTEND:20180225T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kelsey Oltz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Suz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="SeaKayakNE";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mford";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John STEVENS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Third Annual Lake George Paddling and Hiking Trip DTSTAMP:20180223T215211Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1191-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This will be the third annual  NSPN paddling and hikin g  trip to Lake George.\n\n As in the past two years\, the trip will focu s on paddling\, camping and exploring the  middle part of Lake George ami dst peak autumn foliage.  \n\n This is an L3 paddling trip and camping tr ip. \n\n\n\n  Launch from Huletts Landing Marina  on the west side of L ake George noon-ish  on Friday  10/12.\n\n Our likely  camping area wil l be in the  Mother Bunch Island group   several miles to the south of Huletts Landing. There will be dozens of  campsites to choose from on un inhabited islands at this time of year.  \n\n Saturday will focus on padd ling and hiking the middle third of the lake  with likely destinations th e Narrows Islands\, Tongue Mountain \, and Shelving Rock. We will probably paddle  through the Narrows Islands and hike either  from Montcalm Poin t to First Peak on Tongue Mountain or to  the top of  Shelving Rock over looking the Narrows Islands on the other side of the lake.   \n\n Monda y return to the launch site by mid day/early afternoon.  \n\n\n\n Please PM PeterB with questions\, or interest.\, and RSVP here in the calendar posting ('I'm going')  We'll develop an information sheet with details o n the event and the area\, to share with RSVPs as plans develop ..\n\n\n\n \n DTSTART:20181012T150000Z DTEND:20181014T170000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="pitt16";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayaking Ocean Session DTSTAMP:20180212T130221Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1187-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin B (RPS Coach)":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 12th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kay ak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equip ment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is l ike. Discover places that offer classes and specialized training. Discussi ons with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future adventures!\n\ n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE S ESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbury\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lak e\n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavillion Be ach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.29.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.6.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.24.2018\n \n \n \n \n 6.10.2018\n \n \n \n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 2:00-4:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7: 00 PM\n \n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n Events: R egister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and op en to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership is only $15). \nRegister: Please complete this form. \nQuestions / Co mments: Kevin Beckwith at 978.270.8170 or email at NTSKW@NSPN.org / rp skayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment: kayaks\ , paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills\, traini ng and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training . Open discussion and questions welcome. \n\n\n\n NTSKW.pdf\n\n DTSTART:20180610T140000Z DTEND:20180610T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayaking Lake Session DTSTAMP:20180212T130031Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1186-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin B (RPS Coach)":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 12th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kay ak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equip ment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is l ike. Discover places that offer classes and specialized training. Discussi ons with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future adventures!\n\ n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE S ESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbury\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lak e\n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavillion Be ach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.29.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.6.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.24.2018\n \n \n \n \n 6.10.2018\n \n \n \n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 2:00-4:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7: 00 PM\n \n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n Events: R egister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and op en to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership is only $15). \nRegister: Please complete this form. \nQuestions / Co mments: Kevin Beckwith at 978.270.8170 or email at NTSKW@NSPN.org / rp skayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment: kayaks\ , paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills\, traini ng and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training . Open discussion and questions welcome. \n\n\n\n NTSKW.pdf\n\n DTSTART:20180524T210000Z DTEND:20180524T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayaking Pool Session DTSTAMP:20180212T125723Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1185-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin B (RPS Coach)":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 12th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kay ak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equip ment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is l ike. Discover places that offer classes and specialized training. Discussi ons with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future adventures!\n\ n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE S ESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbury\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lak e\n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavillion Be ach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.29.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.6.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.24.2018\n \n \n \n \n 6.10.2018\n \n \n \n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 2:00-4:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7: 00 PM\n \n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n Events: R egister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and op en to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership is only $15). \nRegister: Please complete this form. \nQuestions / Co mments: Kevin Beckwith at 978.270.8170 or email at NTSKW@NSPN.org / rp skayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment: kayaks\ , paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills\, traini ng and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training . Open discussion and questions welcome. \n\n\n\n NTSKW.pdf\n\n DTSTART:20180506T180000Z DTEND:20180506T203000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Melissa Swatko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:12th Annual New To Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20180212T125009Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1184-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin B (RPS Coach)":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 12th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kay ak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equip ment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is l ike. Discover places that offer classes and specialized training. Discussi ons with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future adventures!\n\ n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE S ESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbury\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lak e\n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavillion Be ach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.29.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.6.2018\n \n \n \n \n 5.24.2018\n \n \n \n \n 6.10.2018\n \n \n \n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 2:00-4:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7: 00 PM\n \n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n Events: R egister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and op en to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership is only $15). \nRegister: Please complete this form. \nQuestions / Comm ents: Kevin Beckwith at 978.270.8170 or email at NTSKW@NSPN.org / rpskaya kcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment: kayaks\, pad dles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills\, training an d what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training. Ope n discussion and questions welcome. \n\n\n\n NTSKW.pdf\n\n DTSTART:20180429T130000Z DTEND:20180429T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:6th Annual Easter Plunge 3/31/18 DTSTAMP:20170213T133234Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1092-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Over the past several years\, a hardy group of NSPN membe rs have gotten together for what first started out as a cold water practic e session on Easter morning. While it was short\, they had great fun and p romised to get together the following years and make it an annual event. T hus began the Annual Easter Plunge. In order for more people to attend\, w e have started holding it the day before Easter.\n\nThis will be a combina tion discussion/paddle/cold water practice event tailored to the wants and needs of the group. You’ll have the opportunity to review tips and tech niques for dealing with cold weather and water\, test out your gear while we do some cold water rescues\, or just have a paddle! LOTS of hypo kits a nd chocolate will be on hand and careful attention will be paid to all pad dlers’ condition and well-being. Come join us for this CAM (Chocolate Ad venture Model) event.\n\nYou must have the following:\n- Food and a hot be verage\n- Drysuit with proper footwear and appropriate under layers (if yo u don't have a drysuit\, inquire about borrowing or renting)\n- Neoprene c ap or hood\n- Neoprene gloves or poggies\n- Wool or fleece hat\n- Wool or fleece gloves or mittens\n- Down or synthetic insulated jacket that fits o ver your PFD\nIf you have the following\, you should also bring them:\n- S torm cag\n- Warm outer pant layer (worn at launch to unload and pack boat) \n- Spare under-layers (in case your primary set gets wet)\n- Padding to s it on (camp chair\, carpet square\, piece of foam\, etc)\n- Hypo kit (vari ous items to help deal with hypothermia for yourself and/or others)\n- Gro up shelter\n\nWe recommend that everyone put together some form of hypothe rmia kit – see this post if you want more information on what to include : http://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/9825-hypo-kit/. Don’t feel overwhelmed by all the gear. The start of a good hypo kit is a thermos of hot tea/cho colate/soup/water and a warm jacket/blanket/tarp. Do you have any hand or feet warmers from skiing? An old yoga mat is a great ground pad. A tent fl y would work as a wind shelter. Don’t worry about packability if it’s just a day paddle – you have plenty of room in your boat. Put together w hat you can and we will compare different ideas. \n\nIf you would like to attend but don’t have a particular piece of kit\, just let us know. We s hould have plenty of extra stuff on hand to care for everyone. So bring yo ur bunny ears (really!) and join us for some cold water fun! We will even have extra ears on hand for those who don't have them. Location and detail s to be determined\, but will most likely be in MA north of Boston.  Post interest on the Trips Forum posting or send me a Private Message.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180331 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Advanced Trip Planning Workshop DTSTAMP:20180124T121319Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1179-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n Building on the Basic Trip Planning Workshop\, or for those that already have some trip planning experience\, this workshop wil l explore what goes into designing more challenging trips such as multi-da y adventures\, offshore journeys\, stronger tidal environments\, etc.  To pics to be explored will include:\n \n\n Understanding aids to navigat ion\n \n \n Identifying tidal movements using chart topography\n \n \n Using tidal data to manage trip parameters\n \n \n Long- range weather forecasts and getting weather reports on the go\n \n \n Addling contingency plans\n \n \n Finding and identifying proper participants\n \n \n\n This workshop will be both instructional and interactive\, and will include actual trip planning exercises.  Location will be the Reading REI Community Room from 11:30am to 4:30pm  If you wou ld like to attend\, please RSVP by clicking on the GOING button.  If you have any questions or would like to request a particular topic not shown h ere\, please see the posting on the Trips/Events forum.\n \n \n DTSTART:20180311T153000Z DTEND:20180311T203000Z ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shawn Sexton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BasicTrip Planning Workshop DTSTAMP:20171028T115937Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1158-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n It is easy to just announce a launch time and location and hope for the best\, but to actually plan and execute a successful trip for all involved can be challenging.  This workshop is designed for padd lers who want to plan basic sheltered water or coastal day trips\, and can be used as a precursor to the Advanced Trip Planning Workshop.  We will look at the basics of trip planning including:\n\n\n\n\n Basic chart read ing\n \n \n Finding information for weather\, tides\, and currents\n \n \ n Deciding where to go\n \n \n How to post and manage the trip\n \n \n Other various considerations\n \n\n\n This workshop will be both instructi onal and interactive\, and will include actual trip planning exercises of popular NSPN destinations.  Workshop will be held at the Reading REI betw een 11:30am and 4:30pm\, so if you would like to attend\, please RSVP by c licking on the GOING button.  If you have any questions\, please see the posting on the Trips/Events forum.\n\n DTSTART:20180304T163000Z DTEND:20180304T213000Z ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="RayA11";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:10th Annual Jewell I. Kayak Camping\, May 18-20 DTSTAMP:20170521T150120Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1114-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers \, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. He re's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camp ing without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 10th annua l trip to Jewell\, which has multiple campsite options and latrines. We typically have 10 or more (2016=record of 19!) paddlers\, but an upper li mit has not been established.\nThe Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be ad opted\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n FRIDAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod working out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\ ") on Friday\, May 18\, in plenty of time for a ______am launch (LT-0753). If you are new to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your bo at\, so plan on arriving no later than _______. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n SATUR DAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or island activities (HT -). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general camaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire .\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n SUNDAY: Back to cars via ???? (LT-0944).\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping in general\, Private Message (PM ) me. When you can commit\, please RSVP on the calendar and PM the follow ing information to your specific pod organizer:\n-Auto color\, make\, mode l\, and tag#.\n-Contact info\, including cell\, Es\, H\,W phone\, emergenc y contact and permission to share with participants.\ngary\n\n\n\n  \n\n\ n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180521 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnHuth";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Daniel Carr";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="beckt";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jordan Engel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Muscongus Bay Retreat June 15th to 18th DTSTAMP:20180124T222620Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1180-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kyle.Martin":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This level 3 trip is for paddlers looking to further ex plore Muscongus bay. Paddling options include George’s Islands\, across the mouth of the St. George River to Port Clyde\, Monhegan in a day\, and many others. The Gay Island Lodge will be used as a basecamp. The lodge s leeps 12 with both private and shared rooms with beds. Tent platforms also available for those that would prefer a tent-site. RSVP on calendar event  after sending payment to secure your sleeping preference. Creature co mforts include gas stove/oven/hot water heater\, kitchen wares\, running w ater/plumbing. Pot-luck with gratitude extended to 3 people that can cont ribute 3 main dinners. Maine Sport Outfitters fee of $75 to secure your s pot in the lodge or tent platform. Paypal: kyle.martin.8080@gmail.com  \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180619 ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hermit island paddling weekend DTSTAMP:20180112T173330Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1178-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="NPearson":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Hermit Island Paddling weekend\n\n\n\n A new early-June trip exploring an interesting bit of the Maine coastline\n\n\n\n This tri p will be based out of Hermit Island campground - a nice looking site\, ri ght on the shore \n\n\n\n The plan in:- Drive up Friday night - car campi ng\n\n\n\n day paddles Saturday &\; Sunday\, drive home Sunday\n\n\n\n The campsite is right on an interesting bit of shoreline so there's a sho rt carry to the put-in. \n\n\n\n Alternatively there are other options ne arby (Popham beach for example)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n http://hermitisland.com/\ n\n\n\n no reservations are needed. The campground fee is $43 per site per night. Payment is due upon arrival.  They allow 2 adults per site\n\n\n \n Also\, Importantly\, You should know that\, despite the name\, Hermit i sland doesn't have a hermit and isn't an island \n\n\n\n PM me if you'd like to come\n\n\n\n Nick\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180604 ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="RBailey";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mid-Winter Party DTSTAMP:20171028T115015Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1152-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n Woo hoo!  Temperatures are falling\, we need gloves to paddle\, and holidays are approaching.  Which means it's not too earl y to think about POST-holiday events...and 2018!\n \n\n \n We are pleas ed to announce that the NSPN annual Mid Winter Party (aka Cabin Fever Brea kout Party\, aka NOT Holiday Party) will be held on Saturday\, January 20\ , 2018.  An NSPN member with a large and lovely home in Beverly Farms has offered his house as the venue for this year's party\, and we have happil y accepted.  As this is a private home\, and the party is for NSPN member s only\, we won't be posting the address on the website.  Instead\, every one must  use the RSVP feature and will receive a Private Message with a ddress and directions prior to the event.\n \n\n \n This year\, as always \, will feature a potluck\, a slide show\, and a raffle of ARTWORK and kay aking gear\, lessons and etc - with raffle proceeds going to benefit MITA\ , Maine Coast Heritage Trust and Salem Sound Watch.  If you would like to donate to the raffle\, please contact Prudence or Janice. \n \n\n \n Ke ep an eye on the Trips/Events forum thread for additional information. \n \n DTSTART:20180120T230000Z DTEND:20180121T030000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="SeaKayakNE";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kelsey Oltz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="kgibson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Allen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lallen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Susan Hargrave";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kevin B (RPS Coach)";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="terese pawletko";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Katherine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayaking Pool Session DTSTAMP:20160509T193810Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1046-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n 11th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n \n  \n \n\n \n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Lea rn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginne r's trip is like. Discover places that offer classes and specialized train ing. Discussions with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future a dventures!\n\n  \n \n\n \n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \ n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE SESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n\n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbu ry\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lake\ n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavill ion Beach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.30.2017\n \n \n \n \n 5.7.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.1.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.3.2017\n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\n \ n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n\n\n Events: Re gister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and open to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership i s only $15). \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\nQuest ions: rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment : kayaks\, paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills \, training and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training. Open discussion and questions welcome. \n \n\n \n NTSKW.pdf\n \n DTSTART:20170507T150000Z DTEND:20170507T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T114024Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1151-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 2:00pm-4:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180325T180000Z DTEND:20180325T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T113957Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1150-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 2:00pm-4:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180218T190000Z DTEND:20180218T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T113920Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1149-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 2:00pm-4:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180211T190000Z DTEND:20180211T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T113737Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1147-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180407T170000Z DTEND:20180407T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T113703Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1146-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180317T170000Z DTEND:20180317T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T113515Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1145-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180224T180000Z DTEND:20180224T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T112254Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1143-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool sessi on dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Acti ve Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry about the Associate Th is Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would l ike to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise s kip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories l ist on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to each session if not an ACA membe r)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20180127T180000Z DTEND:20180127T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20171028T112042Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1142-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\n\n\n Please follow these instructions for pool sessio n purchases:\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session dates (or access them through the Store link under the blue  top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session dat e that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are no t an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Member\n \n \n In the next window\, don't worry a bout the Associate This Package option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continu e Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions fr om the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to add (you must add the $5 event fee to ea ch session if not an ACA member)\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be t aken to PayPal to pay for your order.\n \n \n\n If you are unable to atte nd a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclement weather or other reasons. If you wou ld like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. They must bring their own ACA Liability Re lease form\, and pay the $5 Event Fee if required.\n\n\n\n All pool sessio ns are offered in partnership with the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\ n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20180106T180000Z DTEND:20180106T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:6th Annual Muscle Ridge weekend NSPN/MITA/SMSKN/NSK DTSTAMP:20161005T012016Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1074-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Come out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant seaso n! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gath ered at the Group Site ($13/head/nite\; your spot will be secured when I r eceive your payment) or private site. Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddli ng options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cl yde. Typical pot-luck evening buffet (proper attire please) for those so i nclined to participate.  gary\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170925 ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4th Annual Squam Lake Camping\, Oct 8-10\, 2017 DTSTAMP:20161004T135454Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1073-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Join us for an early fall weekend at Squam Lake\, Frid ay morning October 6 through Sunday October 8th.   Our group base camp wi ll be on beautiful Moon Island (approximately 2 miles from the Piper Cove Put-in).  Numerous areas to explore on daily paddles\, with the option of a hike up one or both of the Rattlesnake Mountains (fabulous views).  Still warm enough to practice rescues/rolls/bathing.  Typical pot-luck gourmet buffet for those who would like to participate.  Possible night paddle to Walter's Basin for dinner on Saturday\, though we have enjoyed t he food from tremendous chefs on night #2!  Details will be posted as we get closer.   Cost TBD.  Our camping site limit of 12 people must be re spected\; once capacity has been met you will have the option to be put on a waitlist.   \n\n\n\n gary\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171009 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eburgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fifth Annual Downeast Paddle Retreat \, Mount Desert Island DTSTAMP:20170914T122210Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1129-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n NSPN Downeast Paddle Retreat\; Mount Desert Island\nSep tember 7-10\, 2018 \n\n\n Initiator: Peter Brady \n\n\n\n This will be t he fifth  annual Downeast Paddle Retreat for NSPN. \n\n There will be a trip posting in the Trips /events Forum in early 2018. \n\n As in the las t four years\, this four day  event will span the weekend after Labor Day \,  beginning  on Friday morning Sept 7  \, and will  wind down on Mon day afternoon\, September 10  \n\n\n\n Information will be updated in th e weeks and months approaching the event\, and a trip posting will be on t he Trips/Event forum of the  message board in early 2018.  \n\n\n\n Eve ry day (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\,  Monday) we will organize group padd les in the area  around Mt.Desert Island. Friday will be an all -day padd le \, so participants usually arrive on Thursday evening\, although member s are welcome to  any or all of the four days they are able to attend .   \n\n\n\n Monday is a travel day for most participants\, so there can b e a paddle the first half of the day\, with travel home on Monday afternoo n. \nOur base of operations will be at LLangolan Inn\, on Rt 3 near Hadle y Point\, between the bridge to the island and downtown Bar Harbor.\n\n\n\ n Accommodations and food are on your own. There will be a pot luck  in  the barn at LLangolan on Saturday night.\nSome recommended lodging :\nLL angolan Inn: our base of operations: Many participants from last year have already booked the eight  cabins \, and there are rooms available in t he inn. \nHadley Point Campground: for those who prefer camping\, this ca mpground is adjacent to Llangolan on Hadley Point Road\nEden Village: a   cottage resort similar to LLangolan\, a short ways away on Rte 3.\n\n  \ n\n\n\n Please PM PeterB with questions\, interest. Or email at pbrady at neaq.org  We'll develop an information sheet with details on the event a nd the area\, to share with RSVPs as plans develop ..\n\n DTSTART:20180907T120000Z DTEND:20180910T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ellen Gluckman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Karen Volkman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Rmrand";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JanetL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Julia Richmond";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JulieD";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jordan Engel";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Brian McCormack";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="beckt";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="GeorgeP";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Annual Saddleback Island Retreat\, July 14-17 DTSTAMP:20170425T025840Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1112-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Join us for a mid-summer retreat on Saddleback's MCHT c abin in the Stonington archipelago.  Limit 12\, with pods launching from Old Quarry or Wooden Boat School.  Past day trips have included IAH (with and without circumnav)\, Marshall I.\, Green I. quarry\, and meandering/ exploring the other numerous islands in this kayaker's paradise\, includin g Saddleback.  Pot luck is the routine\, for those wishing to participate \, with special recognition/praise for 3 to contribute main suppers.  Br eakfasts/lunches on your own.  $44 via paypal (gyorkattdsdotnet) or chec k (PM me) reserves your spot. http://www.mcht.org/saddleback/\n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170714 ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Camping on Butter Island - E Penobscot Bay DTSTAMP:20170722T233447Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1128-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Peter & Roderick":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n Camping trip with two night reservation on Butter Island west of Deer Isle. Have reservation at Old Quarry in Stonington for night of July 27. Paddle from OQ on morning of 28th to Butter (11 miles) and spe nd two nights at Orchard Beach campsite. Spend Saturday exploring area wit h day's paddle from Butter including Beach Island were owner will give us a tour of family owned island. Paddle back to Stonington on Sunday morning .Contact leader for more info.\n DTSTART:20170727T190000Z DTEND:20170730T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM On-Water Session #1 DTSTAMP:20170330T151953Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1107-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n CAM On Water Session #1\n\n\n\n The CAM on-water sessio n re-enforce the CAM core concepts and give everyone a chance to practice leading\, being a good group paddler and understand group dynamics in a re al environment.\n\n\n\n The location is chosen in the week prior to the ev ent to take weather and sea state into account\, but is usually in the Sal em Sound or Portsmouth area.\n\n\n\n Please RSVP here and be sure to parti cipate in the discussion thread about the trip when it's posted.  This is an important part of the CAM model - pre-trip discussion and planning.\n\ n\n\n Email  Robert    folster    at  Verizon.  net  if you have any questions.  Registration is now closed.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170610 ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Allen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lallen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thacher Camping Trip DTSTAMP:20170605T130504Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1123-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="eneumeier":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n This will be a CAM trip so we will plan the details t ogether. If you are interested in coming\, reply here and send me a PM w ith your contact info. I told the keeper we would be a group of 10\, but t hat is very flexible.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Here are the basics:  read about Thacher Island here:  http://thacherisland.org/\n \n\n \n $5 per person landing fee (unless you are a member of the Thacher Island Associat ion)\, plus $5 per person camping fee. The keeper will come to meet us\, c ollect the cash\, and have us sign the waiver form. The N. lighthouse is closed because a big piece of granite fell off. But\, the keeper will meet us at an agreed-upon time and open the S. lighthouse (coast guard owned) if we want to climb up it. (She did that for people who wanted to watch th e sunrise.) We should take time to hike around the island. And\, condition s permitting\, will likely paddle around it.\n \n\n \n We have to bring A LL water (there is NONE available) and carry out ALL trash. There is a toi let facility. Bring insect repellent. The ant problem is reduced\, but not eliminated. Poison ivy has been controlled on the paths.\n \n\n \n If th e weather turns bad\, we will cancel. No money committed in advance.\n \n\ n \n July 8:  \n \n\n \n leave from put in (TBD\, based on how far peop le want to paddle with loaded boats. There are lots of ways to do this). W e will need to leave cars at a safe location overnight and that might mean some shuttling. \n \n\n \n Time also TBD\, but we will want to arrive i n plenty of time to haul our boats up the ramp and move gear to the campsi te area. For those new to kayak camping\, packing boats can take a lot lon ger than you think.\n \n\n \n Dinner:  we could bring food and cook ther e\, or paddle into Rockport. Note:  full moon is Sunday night so it will be very light out (unless it is cloudy). \n \n\n \n July 9: \n \n\n \n Breakfast at campsite or paddle to Rockport\n \n\n \n load boats and dep art\, route of choice back to put in\, get cars. \n \n\n \n Liz\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170710 ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Barrell";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake practice sessions DTSTAMP:20170530T152443Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1122-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="mhabich":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Come join us at Chebacco Lake Thursdays at 5pm. Practic e strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, falling out of your boat\, or just watching kingfishers.  Dress for immersion.  A wetsuit is warm enough\, and keeps down the bruises from climbing back into your boat ten times a night.\n\n \n\n We meet at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 16) and head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees. No rangers to kick us ou t at the end of the evening\, but the mosquitoes do the job just fine.\n\n DTSTART:20170601T210000Z DTEND:20170602T000000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20170928T040000;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T194257Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1121-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170926T210000Z DTEND:20170927T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T194108Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1120-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170912T210000Z DTEND:20170913T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T193844Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1119-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170829T210000Z DTEND:20170830T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T193640Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1118-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170815T210000Z DTEND:20170816T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T193430Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1117-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170801T210000Z DTEND:20170802T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T193159Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1116-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170718T210000Z DTEND:20170719T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH Practice session DTSTAMP:20170528T192841Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1115-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Charette":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Introducing a New Hampshire practice session.\n\n\n\n W hen - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below)\n\n\n\n Where - Odior ne Point\, Rye\, NH\n\n\n\n Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch. Paddle out to Little Harbor where we can practice strokes\, rolling\, rescues\, stupid kayak tricks\, falling out of your boat\, and anything else we can think of. All skill levels are welcome\, and encouraged to attend. My goal is to develop this into a practice session where\, in the spirit of NSPN\ ,  we will have plenty of experienced folks willing to assist and encoura ge the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat\, paddle\, pfd\, and any ge ar you would like to practice with\, or gear you would like to learn to us e.\n\n\n\n For those who are new to kayaking\, and looking for some salt w ater paddling experience\, when conditions allow we can end each session w ith a short paddling trip.\n\n\n\n While Little Harbor is a great salt wat er venue to practice in\, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescu es during the upper half of the tide cycle\, therefore this will not be a weekly session. I have identified Tuesdays throughout the season when the tide is favorable for practicing these skills\, and listed the dates below . These dates will also be posted to the NSPN calendar. \n\n\n\n Please r emember\, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes d o. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June sessio n. \n\n\n\n Scheduled dates:\n\n\n\n 6/20              HT  8:21pm \n\n\n\n 7/18              HT  6:57pm\n\n\n\n 8/1                HT  7:25pm\n\n\n\n 8/15              HT  5:36pm\n\ n\n\n 8/29              HT  5:43pm\n\n\n\n 9/12              HT  4:18pm\n\n\n\n 9/26              HT  4:05pm\n\n\n\n Launc h times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to a ttend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch\, no worries. When you g et there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers.\n\n\n\n If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this t hread.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170620T210000Z DTEND:20170621T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle / Potluck / Gear Swap DTSTAMP:20170513T124427Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1113-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This is our annual summertime social event which is alw ays held at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead and finishes off with a pot luck party under the pavilion across the street at Devereux Beach.  Tradition ally this event is posted as two to three separate paddling trips of diffe ring levels but leaving from the same location\, breaking en route for pac ked lunches.  Although we are not changing that concept\, this year we ar e trying a different approach.\n\n\n\n Since many newer members and paddle rs don't fully understand what level to place themselves at\, and therefor e don't know which level trip to sign up for\, this year we would like eve ryone to just sign up for the day.  At the beach\, we will have some trip organizers propose a variety of trip choices of varying length and activi ties.  Examples would be a 15 mile trip out to Bakers Island for some pla y in heavier seas around the island\, a 10 mile trip to Children's Island for some conservative paddling in moderate seas\, and a 5 mile trip to Dol liber Cove for those newer to sea kayaking.  Those are just examples\, an d we may end up with more than three groups if needed.  The actual trips would be designed based on the weather\, sea conditions\, and the general desires of participants.  Each trip will have leaders of varying levels a nd all groups will operate under the Common Adventure Model system which a sks that all trip members be active participants in the design and executi on of each trip to the extent of their abilities.  Therefore\, we welcome NSPN members of all skill levels to join this event\, and only require a minimum of a sea kayak\, paddle\, PFD\, sprayskirt\, food and water.  Eve n then\, if you are lacking something (say a proper ocean kayak with bulk heads)\, please post what you might need and we will see if someone has on e you can borrow for the day.\n\n\n\n Parking at Riverhead should be free\ , but can be busy with dog walker\, SUP rentals\, and - oh yeah\, a bunch of kayakers!  Alternate parking at Devereaux is $15 for the day.  Everyo ne should be ready to launch by 9:30am\, and we will sort people into trip groups at that time.  After the trips (most likely 3:00 - 3:30PM)\, all groups will pack up their gear\, change into warm clothing (be prepared th at it tends to be very windy in the afternoon) and collect under the picni c pavilion at Devereaux Beach across the street\, and enjoy a pot-luck st yle beach party for dinner!  NSPN will have plates\, bowls\, napkins\, ut ensils and some extra serving utensils and serving bowls on hand\, so brin g your favorite dish (enough to share!)\, your favorite beverage (no alcoh ol) and you best kayaking stories to be told.  Non-paddling friends and f amily are of course also invited to meet up with us.\n\n\n\n Also new this year will be a gear swap.  Do you have paddling stuff that you just don' t use\, but want something else instead?  Bring it along and see if you c an make a deal.  Trade some poggies for gloves\, or a PFD for a sprayskir t.  Maybe you have a boat that just isn't working for you\, this would be a good opportunity to let others take it for a test spin.  Let's just ma ke sure we keep it to kayak related stuff (don't bring that treadmill that has been in your basement for years.  Yeah\, we know you have one - ever yone does!)\n\n\n\n So bring your gear\, your love of paddling\, a yummy d ish to share\, and maybe some normal people as well to help us kick-off th e summer paddling season in style!!!  Please click the GOING button to th e upper left\, or reply to this post if you have any questions or comments .\n\n DTSTART:20170625T133000Z DTEND:20170625T220000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="S Johnson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Robert Stedman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dwman53";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Classroom #2 - START TIME CHANGED TO 10AM DTSTAMP:20170330T151520Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1106-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n CAM Classroom 2\n\n\n\n Location:  REI   Reading\, M A\n\n\n\n Time:  10-4pm (UPDATED-was originally scheduled for 9am) \n\n\n \n Join NSPN for an in-depth discussion and instruction on the CAM concept .  If you think you know CAM\, attend this event to learn that it's not w hat you think.\n\n\n\n Topics:\n\n\n\n\n \n Leadership\n \n \n \n \n Group Paddlers and Group Dynamics\n \n \n \n \n Environment\n \n \n \n \n Communication\n \n \n \n \n Depending on interest - we may a dd trip planning/navigation/chart reading and weather/waves\n \n \n\n\n P lease RSVP here on the calendar.\n\n\n\n Post any questions to the discuss ion thread: \n\n\n\n If you are uncertain whether this is an event you sh ould attend\, email Robert folster   at   Verizon  dot  net.\n\n DTSTART:20170513T140000Z DTEND:20170513T200000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Allen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Barrell";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lake George Paddling\, Camping and Hiking DTSTAMP:20170422T152852Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1111-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This wil be a repeat of a succesful trip at this time l ast year. \n\n\n\n Depart from Hulett's Landing on the east side of the L ake George midday on Friday Oct. 13\, and return early afternoon Sunday O ct.15. \n\n\n\n The goal will be to paddle and explore the mddle part of the lake\, camp on one of the many island campsites ( uninhabited at this time of year) most likely in the Mother Bunch Island Group\, and hike so me of the trails to ledges and peaks overlooking the lake.\n\n\n\n see th e trip posting for Lake George on the trips forum of the message board.\n\ n\n\n If you are interested in this trip \, please rsvp ( \"I\,m going\") here in the calendar posting\, and send a PM to PeterB \n\n DTSTART:20171013T040000Z DTEND:20171015T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN Navigation Workshop at REI in Reading - FULL DTSTAMP:20170311T194729Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1103-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Foster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Join us for a day of navigation practice\, with hand-on exercises on land\, in the classroom at REI\, and in your kayak on a near by pond.\n\n\n\n 9 - 11: Basics of map reading\, orienting the map with a compass\, taking a bearing with a compass\, land exercises outside at a ne arby park.\n\n\n\n 11 - 3: REI Reading classroom: using map and compass to gether\, declination\, lunch\, plotting/reading bearings on a chart\, tria ngulation\, map and compass exercises.\n\n\n\n 3 - 5: Veteran's Field boat launch at south end of Lake Quannapowitt: (Level 1 paddle) on-water navig ation practice\, matching features to the chart\, using ranges to stay on a bearing\, triangulation practice.\n\n\n\n 5:30: dinner nearby for anyone who wants to socialize afterwards.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n This is a free even t\, but you must RSVP ahead of time so that we can print enough maps for t he class. The exact meeting time and location for Sunday morning will be s ent to everyone who registers a few days prior to the navigation workshop. Please RSVP on the NSPN calendar posting and check this forum link for fu rther discussion and to ask questions:\n\n\n\n http://www.nspn.org/forum/t opic/11468-navigation-workshop-ideas/\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170423 ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PhilW";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN CAM On-Water Session #2 DTSTAMP:20170330T152057Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1108-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n CAM On Water Session #2\n\n\n\n The CAM on-water sessio n re-enforce the CAM core concepts and give everyone a chance to practice leading\, being a good group paddler and understand group dynamics in a re al environment.\n\n\n\n The location is chosen in the week prior to the ev ent to take weather and sea state into account.\n\n\n\n Please RSVP here a nd be sure to participate in the discussion thread about the trip when it' s posted.  This is an important part of the CAM model - pre-trip discussi on and planning.\n\n\n\n Email  Robert    folster    at  Verizon .  net  if you have any questions.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170617 ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David MC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Christopher Carroll";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT =ACCEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="S Johnson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Classroom #1 DTSTAMP:20170330T151241Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1105-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n CAM Classroom 1\n\n\n\n Location:  Private Residence.   RSVP and the address will be sent to you.\n\n\n\n Time:  9-3pm\n\n\n\n Join NSPN for an in-depth discussion and instruction on the CAM concept.   If you think you know CAM\, attend this event to learn that it's not wh at you think.\n\n\n\n Topics:\n\n\n\n\n \n Leadership\n \n \n \n \n Group Paddlers and Group Dynamics\n \n \n \n \n Environment\n \n \n \n \n Communication\n \n \n\n\n Please RSVP here on the calendar.\n\n\ n\n Post any questions to the discussion thread: \n\n\n\n If you are unce rtain whether this is an event you should attend\, email Robert folster    at   Verizon  dot  net.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170408T130000Z DTEND:20170408T170000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Allen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downeast Paddle Retreat: Mount Desert Island September 8-11 \, 2017 DTSTAMP:20170308T231537Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1100-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Event details\n\n\n\n \n Downeast Paddle Retreat\; Mou nt Desert Island\nSeptember 8-11\, 2017 \n\n\n Initiator: Peter Brady \ n \n\n \n This will be the fourth  annual Downeast Paddle Retreat for NS PN. This posting will be updated in the weeks and months to come. \n\n T here will be a posting in the Trips Forum of the message board in the next few days. \n\n As in the last three years\, this event will begin on Fr iday morning Sept 8  \,and wind down on Monday afternoon\, September 11   \n \n\n \n Every day (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\, to Monday) we will organize group paddles in the area  around Mt.Desert Island. Friday will be an all -day paddle \, so participants usually arrive on Thursday eveni ng. Monday is a travel day for most participants\, so there can be a padd le the first half of the day\, with travel  home on Monday afternoon. \n \nOur base of operations will be at LLangolan Inn\,  on Rt 3 near Hadley Point\, between the bridge to the island and downtown Bar Harbor. \n \n\n \n Accommodations and food are on your own. There will be a pot luck (  hopefully with music!) in the barn at LLangolan on Saturday night.\nR ecommended lodging :\nLLangolan Inn: our base of operations: Many particip ants from last year have already booked the eight coins\, and there are r ooms available in the inn. \nHadley Point Campground: for those who prefe r camping\, this campground is adjacent to Llangolan on Hadley PointRoad\n Robbins Motel: not far from LLangolan on Rte 3 \,for those looking for t he most economical lodging. \nEden Village: a  cottage resort similar t o LLangolan\, a short ways away on Rte 3.\n\n  \n \n\n \n Please PM Pet erB with questions\, interest. Or email at pbrady at neaq.org We'll devel op an information sheet with details on the event and the area\, to share with RSVPs as plans develop .\n \n\n DTSTART:20170908T040000Z DTEND:20170911T040000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="detorres";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jwhipple";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTSK Lake Session DTSTAMP:20170328T223854Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1104-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n 11th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n \n  \n \n\n \n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Lea rn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginne r's trip is like. Discover places that offer classes and specialized train ing. Discussions with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future a dventures!\n\n  \n \n\n \n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \ n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE SESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n\n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbu ry\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lake\ n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavill ion Beach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.30.2017\n \n \n \n \n 5.7.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.1.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.3.2017\n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\n \ n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n\n\n Events: Re gister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and open to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership i s only $15). \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\nQuest ions: rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment : kayaks\, paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills \, training and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training. Open discussion and questions welcome. \n \n\n \n NTSKW.pdf\n \n DTSTART:20170601T210000Z DTEND:20170602T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTSK Ocean Trip DTSTAMP:20170115T234014Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1083-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n 11th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n \n  \n \n\n \n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Lea rn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginne r's trip is like. Discover places that offer classes and specialized train ing. Discussions with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future a dventures!\n\n  \n \n\n \n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \ n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE SESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n\n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbu ry\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lake\ n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavill ion Beach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.30.2017\n \n \n \n \n 5.7.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.1.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.3.2017\n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\n \ n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n\n\n Events: Re gister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and open to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership i s only $15). \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\nQuest ions: rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment : kayaks\, paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills \, training and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training. Open discussion and questions welcome. \n \n\n \n NTSKW.pdf\n \n DTSTART:20170603T140000Z DTEND:20170603T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayak Workshop DTSTAMP:20160509T193602Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1045-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n 11th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\n \n  \n \n\n \n \n\n Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Lea rn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginne r's trip is like. Discover places that offer classes and specialized train ing. Discussions with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future a dventures!\n\n  \n \n\n \n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \ n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE SESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n\n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Newbury Kayak and Canoe\n \n\n \n Newbu ry\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lake\ n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Pavill ion Beach\n \n\n \n Ipswich\, MA\n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.30.2017\n \n \n \n \n 5.7.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.1.2017\n \n \n \n \n 6.3.2017\n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\n \ n \n \n \n 10:00-4:00PM\n \n \n \n\n\n Events: Re gister for one event or all events!\nFee:  All events are free and open to the public but joining NSPN is highly recommended (annual membership i s only $15). \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\nQuest ions: rpskayakcoaching@mac.com\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment : kayaks\, paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills \, training and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water training. Open discussion and questions welcome. \n \n\n \n NTSKW.pdf\n \n DTSTART:20170430T130000Z DTEND:20170430T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Leadership Workshop with Coach Nate Hanson DTSTAMP:20170208T222212Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1091-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="JohnMonroe":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n\n\n Even if you have never worked with a profess ional coach before\, consider this four-hour indoor workshop with Nate Han son of Pinniped Kayak on Saturday February 25th at the Gould Barn in Topsf ield from 9 to 1. The session is free to NSPN members. All skill levels ar e welcomed\, but attendance is limited to 12. You can RSVP by clicking the \"Going\" button to the left.\n\n\n\n Nate is well known for his clear an d enthusiastic teaching on the waters around Acadia National Park and in t he moving water of Sullivan Falls -- see 3-minute video here.\n\n\n\n The learning objective will be to understand better the Environmental\, Group\ , and Leadership factors that affect us as paddlers\, and how to properly assess and align those factors for safe and enjoyable trips. Specifically\ , Nate will address trip planning in terms of paddler preparation\, gear\, group dynamics\, the organizer role\, weather\, route-selection and condi tions. We’ll talk about collecting tidal and weather information\, and h ow to use that information in the field. \n\n\n\n Gould Barn (&\; Parso n Capen House)\n\n\n\n 1 Howlett Road\n\n\n\n Topsfield MA 01983\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For more information or to be put on wait list\, please PM John Monroe. \n\n DTSTART:20170225T140000Z DTEND:20170225T180000Z ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="George Samuels";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dsigall";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Skills and Stupid Kayak Tricks DTSTAMP:20170131T171601Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1089-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Greenland rolling\, euro-paddle rolling\, goose-decoy r olling\, norsaq rolling\, hand rolling\, rescue practice\, standing up in a kayak and juggling\, sitting in kayaks talking without ever getting wet\ , strokes practice\, stupid kayak tricks\, Walden Pond on Wednesday evenin gs has something for nearly every kayaker.  Come join us.  It is on the calendar for 2017 from May 31st through August 30th\, though some people m ay keep going even longer.\n\n\n\n For those new to Walden\, I played arou nd with Google Maps and created this custom map showing the following plac es.\n\n\n\n Main Parking Entrance: We rarely park in the main parking lot unless we arrive late\, or need the bathroom facilities in the main parkin g area.\n\n\n\n Boat Ramp Entrance: There is a gravel driveway on the othe r side of the road just a bit south of the main parking lot which leads to the boat ramp.  We can now purchase parking passes from a machine at the Boat Ramp.\n\n\n\n Boat Ramp: Only cars with boats or handicapped tags ar e supposed to use the limited boat ramp parking. Be nice to the rangers\, most of whom will react by being quite nice. Though a few are very \"by th e book\" grumpy types. The rangers announce the boat ramp will be closing usually 20 to 30 minutes before it closes. The rangers close both the boat ramp parking lot and the in-gate for main parking half an hour before the main parking lot's out-gate closes.\n\n\n\n Beach Bathhouse: There are al so larger bathroom/changing facilities at the main beach\, a short walk fr om the boat ramp\, though with more limited days and hours.\n\n\n\n We usu ally practice here: An initial pod of kayaks usually launches around 5:30p m. If you get there late\, no problem\, just paddle to the other end of th e pond from the boat ramp where you will usually find us practicing out of sight from the boat ramp.\n\n\n\n There is no leader\, but I hope to be a Walden Pond regular again this year.  I also hope to see lots of new and old faces this year!\n\n\n\n -Bill Voss\n\n\n\n http://www.mass.gov/eea/a gencies/dcr/massparks/region-north/walden-pond-state-reservation.html\n\n\ n\n More information on parking passes and fees.  You can even purchase y our pass online!\nhttp://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/passes-an d-fees/\n\n\n\n Occasionally on really hot days Walden temporarily closes because of too many people.  Find that and other information at https://t witter.com/waldenpondstate\n\n DTSTART:20170531T210000Z DTEND:20170531T233000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20170830T040000;BYDAY=WE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5th Annual Easter Bunny Plunge DTSTAMP:20170116T110314Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1088-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n Over the past several years\, a hardy group of N SPN members have gotten together for what first started out as a cold wate r practice session on Easter morning. While it was short\, they had great fun and promised to get together the following years and make it an annual event. Thus began the Annual Easter Plunge. In order for more people to a ttend\, we have started holding it the day before Easter.\n\nThis will be a combination discussion/paddle/cold water practice event tailored to the wants and needs of the group. You’ll have the opportunity to review tips and techniques for dealing with cold weather and water\, test out your ge ar while we do some cold water rescues\, or just have a paddle! LOTS of hy po kits and chocolate will be on hand and careful attention will be paid t o all paddlers’ condition and well-being. Come join us for this CAM (Cho colate Adventure Model) event.\n\nYou must bring the following:\n- Food an d a hot beverage\n- Drysuit with proper footwear and appropriate under lay ers (if you don't have a drysuit\, inquire about borrowing or renting)\n- Neoprene cap or hood\n- Neoprene gloves or poggies\n- Wool or fleece hat\n - Wool or fleece gloves or mittens\n- Down or synthetic jacket that fits o ver your PFD\nIf you have the following\, you should also bring them:\n- S torm cag\n- Warm outer pant layer (worn at launch to unload and pack boat) \n- Spare under-layers (in case your primary set gets wet)\n- Padding to s it on (camp chair\, carpet square\, piece of foam\, etc)\n- Hypo kit (vari ous items to help deal with hypothermia for yourself and/or others)\n- Gro up shelter\n\nWe recommend that everyone put together a hypothermia kit – see this post if you want more information on what to include: http:// www.nspn.org/forum/topic/9825-hypo-kit/. Don’t feel overwhelmed by all t he gear. The start of a good hypo kit is a thermos of hot tea/chocolate/so up/water and a warm jacket/blanket/tarp. Do you have any hand or feet warm ers from skiing? An old yoga mat is a great ground pad. A tent fly would w ork as a wind shelter. Don’t worry about packability if it’s just a da y paddle – you have plenty of room in your boat. Put together what you c an and we will compare different ideas. \n\nIf you would like to attend bu t don’t have a particular piece of kit\, just let us know. We should hav e plenty of extra stuff on hand to care for everyone. So bring your bunny ears (really!) and join us for some cold water fun! We will even have extr a ears on hand for those who don't have them. Location and details to be d etermined\, but will most likely be in MA north of Boston. Check the messa ge board for details and to sign up. \n \n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170415 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN Mid -Winter Party DTSTAMP:20161117T155953Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1082-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n NSPN MidWinter/Cabin Fever Breakout Party and Members A nnual Meeting\, Saturday\, January 28\, 2017  Gould Barn\n\n\n\n 5 pm Mem bers Meeting\n\n\n\n 6 pm to whenever Party!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n I know\, I know\, it's still 2016 and we haven't gotten through all the holiday part ies flooding social calendars at this time of year.  But 2017 is just aro und the corner\, which means that our annual party and general members mee ting is just around maybe two corners.\n\n\n\n Please mark on your calenda rs!  The NSPN Members Annual Meeting will precede the party.  It's an op portunity for club members to hear about what's being planned for the new year\, to ask questions\, provide ideas and have input into the club's fun ctioning.  The club is YOU\, so please come!\n\n\n\n As always\, the part y that follows will feature food (provided potluck by our estimable chef p addler members...which is to say everyone who attends)\, music\, slide sho w and AWESOME CHARITY RAFFLE of kayaking related stuff and ART WORK gener ously donated by members and friends - all proceeds of which benefit MITA\ , MCHT and Salem Sound Watch.\n\n\n\n As I have the past couple of years\, I'm reaching out to artists and photographers to donate a piece of your  work.  We have relied on the same few generous people each year\, but we know that there are many others of you who take great photos or paint or w hatever.  Please consider joining in and donating!  Art works have been just about the most popular raffle items and we'd really like to expand th e repertoire.  Anyone willing to donate should contact either Janice or P ru.\n\n\n\n So...mark the date and come and enjoy the fun!  Newer members particularly encouraged - it's a great way to meet fellow paddlers!\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n Pru Baxter and Janice Cotton\, NSPN party committee\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170128 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20161116T111930Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1080-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not includ e any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who may be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are o ffered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are onl y available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with you r membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickl y as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA A dult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messa ge board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liab ility Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a numbe r of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by c heck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cr eate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session pu rchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session d ates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active M ember\n \n \n In the next window\, dont worry about the Associate This Pa ckage option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like t o add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip t o Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to a dd\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.  \n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership wi th the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20170312T150000Z DTEND:20170312T173000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20161116T112040Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1081-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not includ e any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who may be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are o ffered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are onl y available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with you r membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickl y as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA A dult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messa ge board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liab ility Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a numbe r of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by c heck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cr eate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session pu rchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session d ates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active M ember\n \n \n In the next window\, dont worry about the Associate This Pa ckage option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like t o add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip t o Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to a dd\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.  \n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership wi th the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20170402T150000Z DTEND:20170402T173000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=1;BYDAY=SU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20161116T111811Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1079-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not include any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who m ay be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are of fered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are only available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with your membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickly as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA Ad ult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messag e board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liabi lity Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a number of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by ch eck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a P ayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a c redit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cre ate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I w ill help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session pur chases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session da tes (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on t he message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to a ttend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you m ust Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active Me mber\n \n \n In the next window\, dont worry about the Associate This Pac kage option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like to add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip to Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list on the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to ad d\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your ord er.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, w e cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to inclemen t weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchase the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. They must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event Fe e if required.  \n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership wit h the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20170304T180000Z DTEND:20170304T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20161116T111334Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1078-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not includ e any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who may be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are o ffered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are onl y available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with you r membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickl y as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA A dult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messa ge board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liab ility Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a numbe r of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by c heck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cr eate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session pu rchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session d ates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active M ember\n \n \n In the next window\, dont worry about the Associate This Pa ckage option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like t o add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip t o Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to a dd\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.  \n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership wi th the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20170212T160000Z DTEND:20170212T183000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=2;BYDAY=SU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20161116T111146Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1077-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located at 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the back right corner) from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive early to unload boats and change.  These pool sessions are \"open practice\" and do not includ e any official coaching or training\, however there are often members who may be willing to help others with almost any skill.  Pool sessions are o ffered as a benefit to being a paid member of NSPN\, and therefore are onl y available to active members. If you are experiencing any issues with you r membership\, please email Membership@NSPN.org and we will work as quickl y as possible to resolve it.\n\n\n\n As in years past\, we are required to have club insurance in order to use the pool facilities\, so we are using the ACA club insurance program again. You will need to download the ACA A dult Liability Waiver form here\, or in the Downloads section of the messa ge board and print one for EACH pool session you will attend. You will not be allowed to participate in a pool session if you do not complete a Liab ility Waiver form for that session.\n\n\n On a final note\, due to a numbe r of factors\, pool sessions can only be purchased using PayPal\, not by c heck as has been done in past years. For those of you that do not have a PayPal account\, you can do a one-time transaction through PayPal using a credit card without creating a PayPal account if you don't want to\, or cr eate an account instantly if you so choose. It is very easy to do\, but if you have trouble\, email Membership@NSPN.org or Private Message me and I will help you out.\n\nPlease follow these instructions for pool session pu rchases:\n\n\n\n\n Click on this link to go to the list of pool session d ates (or access them through the Store link under the blue top banner on the message board)\n \n \n Choose the pool session date that you want to attend and click Add To Cart \n \n \n If you are not an ACA member\, you must Add To Cart the $5 event fee\, otherwise Add To Cart the ACA Active M ember\n \n \n In the next window\, dont worry about the Associate This Pa ckage option and just click Add To Cart again\n \n \n If you would like t o add another pool session\, click on Continue Shopping\, otherwise skip t o Step #8\n \n \n Select Pool Sessions from the Product Categories list o n the left\n \n \n Repeat steps #2-#4 for each pool session you want to a dd\n \n \n When you are ready to pay for your selections\, click Checkout and then Confirm My Order. You will be taken to PayPal to pay for your or der.\n \n\n\n If you are unable to attend a pool session after purchase\, we cannot issue any refunds unless the pool facility closes due to incleme nt weather or other reasons. If you would like to let someone else purchas e the session from you\, you must make those arrangements on your own. The y must bring their own ACA Liability Release form\, and pay the $5 Event F ee if required.  \n\n\n\n All pool sessions are offered in partnership wi th the ACA and are ACA sanctioned events.\n\n DTSTART:20170122T160000Z DTEND:20170122T183000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20161116T110635Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1076-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n This pool session is at Haverhill High School\, located a t 137 Monument Street (the pool is located in a separate building at the b ack right corner) from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, but arrive early to unload boats an d change.\n DTSTART:20170107T180000Z DTEND:20170107T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake Skills Sessions DTSTAMP:20160615T191837Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1069-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n Come join us at Chebacco Lake Thursdays at 5pm. Pract ice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, falling out of your boat\, or watching kin gfishers. Rick Crangle and I will be there tomorrow to get the season sta rted. Bring boat\, paddle\, skirt\, PFD\, and any new gear you want to tes t. Dress for immersion.  The water's pretty warm by now.\n \n\n \n We me et at the boat ramp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cov e to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 16) and head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Esse x and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees. No rangers to kick us out at the e nd of the evening\, but the mosquitoes do the job just fine.\n \n DTSTART:20160609T210000Z DTEND:20160610T020000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=7;UNTIL=20160922T040000;BYDAY=TH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN Downeast Paddle Retreat\, Mount Desert Island DTSTAMP:20160308T235238Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1011-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Event details\n\n\n\n \n \n Downeast Paddle Retreat\ ; Mount Desert Island\nSeptember 9-12\, 2016 \n\n\n Initiator: Peter Br ady \n \n\n \n This will be the third annual Downeast Paddle Retreat for NSPN. This posting will be updated in the weeks and months to come. \ n\n As in the last two years\, this event will begin on Friday morning S ept 8  \,and wind down on Monday afternoon. \n \n\n \n Every day (Fr iday\, Saturday\, Sunday\,  to Monday) we will organize group paddles aro und Mt.Desert Island. \n\nOur base of operations will be at LLangolan Inn \,  on Rt 3 near Hadley Point\, between the bridge to the island and dow ntown Bar Harbor. \n \n\n \n Accommodations and food are on your own. There will be a pot luck  with music in the barn at LLangolan on Satu rday night.\n\n Recommended lodging :\n\n LLangolan Inn: our base of o perations\n\n Hadley Point Campground: for those who prefer camping\, th is campground is adjacent to Llangolan on Hadley PointRoad\n\n Robbins M otel: not far from LLangolan on Rte 3 \,for those looking for the most e conomical lodging. \n\n Eden Village: a  cottage resort similar to LL angolan\, a short ways away on Rte 3.\n\n  \n \n\n \n Please PM Pet erB with questions\, interest. Or email at pbrady at neaq.org We'll devel op an information sheet with details on the event and the area\, to share with RSVPs as plans develop .\n \n\n \n  \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20160909T130000Z DTEND:20160912T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bbjorn";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="EEL";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:L3+ Solstice \"ROCKS & LEDGES\" Marblehead Neck DTSTAMP:20160624T163117Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1070-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Doug":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Solstice Paddle L3+  \"ROCKS &\; LEDGES\" Circumnav igate Marblehead Neck\n\n\n\n Low 10:17 am  &\;  High 4:34 pm (at Sa lem Harbor)\n\n\n\n Co-Leaders Bob Levine &\; Doug Mogill  \n\n\n\n He lmets are mandatory and tow systems should be worn if you own one. Radios should be monitored on ch72 and within reach. \n\n\n\n Please RSVP if you plan to attend. If you have questions\, feel free to reach out to Bob or I via PM or phone.\n\n\n\n Beach briefing \"PROMPTLY\" at 9:30am. We will return via Devereaux Beach.\n\n\n\n SeaYa\n\n\n\n Doug\n\n DTSTART:20160626T133000Z DTEND:20160626T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Doug";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lbeale";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glad";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayaking Ocean Trip DTSTAMP:20160321T141411Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1015-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 10th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\nOce an Trip\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE SESSION\n \n \n \n \n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n \n \n \n\n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n G ould Bard\n \n\n \n Topsfield\, MA\n \n \n \n \n H averhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco Lake\n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Gloucester High School\n \n\n \n 32 Leslie O Johnson R d\, Gloucester\, MA \n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.24.2016\n \n \n \n \n 5.8.2016\n \n \n \ n \n 06/16/2016\n \n \n \n \n 6.18.2016\n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\ n \n \n \n \n 11:30-5pm\n \n \n \n\n\n \nFee: All eve nts are FREE &\; open to the public. \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith nts kw@nspn.org\nQuestions: ntskw@nspn.org\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20160618T153000Z DTEND:20160618T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New to Sea Kayaking Lake Session DTSTAMP:20160321T141250Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1014-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 10th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\nLak e Session\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n LAKE SESSION\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Gould Bard\n \n\n \n Topsfield\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\ n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Chebacco La ke\n \n\n \n Wenham\, MA\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.24.2016\n \n \n \n \n 5.29.2016\n \n \n \n \n 6/16/16\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n\n\n \nFee: All events are FREE &\; open to the public. \nR egister: Kevin Beckwith ntskw@nspn.org\nQuestions: ntskw@nspn.org\n\n\ n  \n\n\n\n NTSKW FINAL.pdf\n\n DTSTART:20160616T210000Z DTEND:20160616T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Continuing Education - CANCELLED DTSTAMP:20160328T200726Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1019-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n As a continuation of the spring Common Adventure Mode l classroom and on-water sessions\, I am proposing three single-day on-wat er-classroom paddling trips over the summer.  These will be a mix of CAM theory discussions combined with hands-on paddling\, and will be designed as a refresher course for those who have already taken the CAM workshops i n the past as well as a teaser/introduction for those who have not.  The focus will be on effective group paddling and individual responsibilities within the group\, as well as discussions about other CAM concepts and phi losophies as the group sees fit.\n \n\n \n An example of what a trip migh t look like:\n \n\n \n\n On the beach discussing launch preparation\, be ach briefing\, gathering on the water\, and group formations\n \n \n O n-water working on different group formations and communication\, handling crossings\, evaluating conditions\n \n \n Long lunch stop to review m orning topics and develop afternoon agenda\n \n \n On-water review of changes in conditions\, incident management\, navigation\n \n \n Post- paddle review and Q&\;A back at the launch\n \n \n\n The trips will b e operated as CAM trips with all participants expected to provide input\, along with overall guidance and education from myself and/or other leaders .  Each trip will be held in a different location to provide a diversity of environments and to increase access to our geographically diverse membe rship.\n \n\n \n The proposed locations are:\n \n\n \n\n Marblehead\n \n \n Boston\n \n \n Portsmouth\n \n \n\n The proposed dates are: \n \n\n \n\n Sunday\, June 12th\n \n \n Saturday\, July 16th\n \n \n Saturday\, August 27th\n \n \n\n All attendees must be current NSPN members\, and all skill levels are encouraged to sign up.  Consideration s for weather and overall group interests will dictate the design of the t rips\, and may justify multiple groups if enough people sign up\, however there is the possibility that the conditions may not accommodate all skill levels.  In that event\, all efforts will be made to provide an alternat e date or venue for those paddlers.\n \n\n \n Those that wish to particip ate should post to the thread on the Trips forum which dates they are avai lable along with which location(s) they would prefer for each date.  More than one location can be listed for each date\, and we will decide which location for each date based upon the majority of preferences.  Anyone wi shing to help with the instructional portion of each trip should PM me so that we can work on logistics as the trips develop.\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160612 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle L2/ L2+ Trip DTSTAMP:20160531T193709Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1068-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n\n\n Solstice Paddle Level 2 and Level 2+
 Trip s\n\n Sunday \, June 26th. Riverhead Beach\, Marblehead\, MA  \n\n\n\n\n Peter Brady: initiator\n\n\n\n\n \n \nThe Solstice L2 and L2+ trips are p art of the NSPN Solstice Paddle on June 26th . \n\n\n\n \n \nThe L2 trip stays in the protected areas around Marblehead Harbor\, and Dolliber Cove &\; Brwns Island  \, at the head of Marblehead Harbor\, with the optio n to venture a bit further along Marblehead neck or up towards Salem sound \, depending on conditions and the preferences of the group. Total mileage will be @ 6 miles.\n\n\n\n \n \nThe 

L2+ Trip is for people who wou ld like a bit more exposure and longer mileage than the L2 trip\, but pref er something more mellow and shorter mileage than the L3 paddle\, which us ually goes over to Bakers Island. Total mileage will be @ 7-8 nautical mil es.\n\n\n If you are interested in the L2 or the L2+ Meet at Riverhead Bea ch in Marblehead\, 10:00am for beach briefing\, and a 10:30am launch: The L2 and L+ groups will have a beach briefing together and probably launch t ogether.\n\n\n\n \n \nWe will proceed to the mouth of Marblehead Harbor w here we may part ways with the L2 group and\, depending on the weather\, g roup size and preferences\, either cross Salem Harbor to the Willows\, whe re we’ll stop for lunch\, and return by the same route\, or cross to Chi ldren's Island and stop there for lunch\, and return by the same route.\n\ n\n\n \n \nThe total mileage will be about 7-8 Naut. miles. 
\n\n\n\n \n \nDepending on group size\, we have a number of options: if group size is small and everyone is game for the L2+ float plan\,  we can combine w ith the L2 paddle\, if group size is large  we can stick to the separate   L2  and  L2+ float plan. 
We'll return to Riverhead Beach by @ 3pm\ , to get our boats squared away and get changed for the grand potluck unde r the pavilion at Devereaux Beach\, just across the road from Riverhead Be ach.| \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n 

Please RSVP (I’m going”) right here  f or other the L2 or the L2+ trips  in the June 26th in the calendar post ing\n\nIf you have any questions\, please send a personal message to  P eterB on the message board  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160626 ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="LisaHowe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eoregan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle L3 Trip DTSTAMP:20160531T192806Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1067-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Solstice Paddle Level 3Trip \n\n\n\n\ n Sunday June 26th  - Riverhead Beach Marblehead\, MA\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\ n Beach Briefing at 9:30am\n\n\n\n Launch at 10:00am\n\n\n\n  This is the L3  part of the NSPN Solstice Paddle. Traditionally this paddle heads ou t into Salem Sound to the area of Bakers Island and back\, but float plan can be determined on group and conditions that day  More information to f ollow as we get closer to the date. There will also be L2 and L2+ pods fro m the same put-in (please see separate posts for those trips). The trip de parts from Riverhead Beach at 10:00 AM and is timed to return to the beach by @ 3 Pm for the potluck under the picnic  pavilion across the road at Devereaux Beach.   \n\n\n\n\n  Please RSVP  right here(\"I'm going')  in the   L3 Calendar Posting if you are interested in joining the L3 t rip .\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160626 ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rkhederian";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rylevine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Pintail";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Skills and Stupid Kayak Tricks DTSTAMP:20160515T224534Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1066-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Greenland rolling\, euro-paddle rolling\, goose-decoy r olling\, norsaq rolling\, hand rolling\, rescue practice\, standing up in a kayak and juggling\, sitting in kayaks talking without every getting wet \, strokes practice\, stupid kayak tricks\, Walden Pond on Wednesday eveni ngs has something for nearly every kayaker.  Come join us.  It is on the calendar for 2016 from June 1st through August 31st\, though some people may keep going even longer.\n\n\n\n For those new to Walden\, I played aro und with Google Maps and created this custom map showing the following pla ces.\n\n\n\n Main Parking Entrance: You purchase your parking pass at the main parking lot entrance. Most regulars purchase a season pass\, which i s much more convenient than waiting in line during the peak season. We rar ely park in the main parking lot unless we arrive late\, or need the bathr oom facilities in the main parking area.\n\n\n\n Boat Ramp Entrance: There is a gravel driveway on the other side of the road just a bit south of th e main parking lot which leads to the boat ramp.\n\n\n\n Boat Ramp: Only c ars with boats or handicapped tags are supposed to use the limited boat ra mp parking. Be nice to the rangers\, most of whom will react by being quit e nice. Though a few are very \"by the book\" grumpy types. The rangers an nounce the boat ramp will be closing usually 20 to 30 minutes before it cl oses. The rangers close the boat ramp parking lot\, and the in-gate for ma in parking\, half an hour before the main parking lot closes.\n\n\n\n Beac h Bathhouse: There are also larger bathroom/changing facilities at the mai n beach\, a short walk from the boat ramp\, though with more limited days and hours.\n\n\n\n We usually practice here: An initial pod of kayaks usua lly launches around 5:30pm. If you get there late\, no problem\, just padd le to the other end of the pond from the boat ramp where you will usually find us practicing out of sight from the boat ramp.\n\n\n\n There is no le ader\, but I hope to be a Walden Pond regular again this year.  I also ho pe to see lots of new and old faces this year!\n\n\n\n -Bill Voss\n\n\n\n http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-north/walden-pond-st ate-reservation.html\n\n DTSTART:20160601T210000Z DTEND:20160601T233000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20160831T040000;BYDAY=WE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New to Sea Kayaking Pool Session DTSTAMP:20160321T140558Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1013-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n 10th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\nOpt ional Pool Session\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n \n \n \n \n POOL SESSION\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n\ n\n \n LOCATION\n \n \n \n \n Gould Bard\n \n\n \n Topsfield\, MA\n \n \n \n \n Haverhill High School\n \n\n \n Haverhill\, MA\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n\n \n  \n \n \n \n\n\n \n DATE\n \n \n \n \n 4.24.2016\n \n \n \n \n 5 .8.2016\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n\n\n \n TIME\n \n \n \n \n 9:00-12:00PM\n \n \n \n \n 11:00-1:30PM\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n \n\n\n \nFee: All events are F REE &\; open to the public. \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith ntskw@nspn.or g\nQuestions: ntskw@nspn.org\nNTSKW FINAL.pdf\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160529 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM on-the-water Session DTSTAMP:20160307T141545Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1010-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n This is the second  of two NSPN CAM  On-the-Wa ter sessions\n\n Please check the \"2016 CAM Sessions\" Posting in the T rips &\; Events forum for details on the CAM workshops \n\n Location will be  be on the North Shore of Boston\, (likely venues either Marble head\, MA or Odiorne/Rye\, NH ) and based on weather conditions that day\ , so it will be announced in the week before the date of the workshop \nP lease RSVP here on this   calendar posting  (\"Im going\") if you plan to attend\n \n\n \n Please send a personal Message (PM) to PeterB on the message board  if you have any questions. \n\n \n \n\n \n  \ n \n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160507 ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rmpuma04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="George Samuels";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Brian Cooper";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPT ED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Classroom Session 2 DTSTAMP:20160208T223240Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1000-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n\n\n CAM Workshop Classroom session 2\n\n Sunday April 10  Workshop 9AM to 3PM \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Location: Newbury Kayak and Canoe \, 291 High street\, Newbury\, MA 01913\n\n This is the second of two NSPN CAM workshops\, and will cover on the-water trip procedures \n \n\n\n Please check the  \"2016 CAM Sessions\" Posting in the trips f orum for details on the CAM Sessions \n\n“The Day of the Trip”\n\n\n\ n Start time is 9:00 AM :\n\n\n\n Morning\n\n\n\n updated CAM  Workshop s April 10 Workshop Outline. \n\n\n\n 9:00-9:20  Greet and Introduction (Peter)\n\n\n\n • Today’s plan\n\n\n\n • Introductions \n\n\n\n 9: 20-11 30 Predicting &\; Assessing Conditions With Charts\n\n\n\n ( Grou p exercise)  \n\n\n\n using 3-4 charts per group \, we will use charts a nd  and try to touch on these\n\n\n\n trip planning considerations  in a group exercise.\n\n\n\n 11:30-12:00   Beach Briefing review  \n\n\n \n Lunch \n\n\n\n 12:45-1:15  Launching &\; Landing \n\n\n\n 1:15- 1:45  Moving on the water \n\n\n\n 1:45-2:15   Dealing with Group   Issues \n\n\n\n (Group Exercise)  \n\n\n\n (Late peddler\, slow padd ler \, fast paddler\, wayward paddler etc) \n\n\n\n 2:15-3:00    Inci dent Management \n\n\n\n Rescues\n\n\n\n Tows\n\n\n\n 3:00-3:30 Emergency Procedures/Evacuations  (Liz Neumeier)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20160410T130000Z DTEND:20160410T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Philip Anderson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPSheehan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Intro To Kayak Camping DTSTAMP:20160404T010218Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1023-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n NSPN and Newbury Kayak &\; Canoe are working togethe r to present an Introduction to Kayak Camping. Come see Newbury Kayak's be autiful new showroom while you learn what to bring on your overnight or mu lti-day outing and how to pack it into a kayak.  It’s easy\, it’s fun \, an experience you will value for a lifetime!   Come early to look at t he wide range of boats and gear and stay for the presentation to get tips from those with experience\, and get revved for the coming kayak camping s eason.\n\n\n\n Details:\n\n\n\n\n When: Saturday\, April 23rd from 6:30pm -8:30pm\n \n \n Location: 291 High Street Newbury\, MA (Route 1A at the P arker River bridge)\n \n \n Cost:  Free!!\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160423 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle DTSTAMP:20160221T141747Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1008-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n NSPN Solstice Paddle\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n A yearly club pa ddle held on or near the solstice and always followed by a Post Paddle Pot luck across the street at Devereux Beach.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Launch site:  R iverhead Beach in Marblehead\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n There will be different tri p levels offered as separate postings on the Trips Forum.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n More details to come soon!\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160626 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Navigation Workshop DTSTAMP:20160330T131615Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1022-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n Navigation Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n April 24th - 1-5p m\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Gould Barn - 1 Howlett Street\, Topsfield\, MA\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n Instructors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Phil and Lorrie Allen\, Bob Levine\, a nd Kevin Beckwith.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n This will be a hands on session (so le ss presenting and more doing) working with folks on everything from basic compass use and chart reading\, to trip planning\, calculating vectors\, etc.  The basic idea is to learn/review the material here and then practi ce on the water throughout the season.   We will have charts from a varie ty of areas to explore.  Attendees should plan on bringing a hiking compa ss and whatever other tools they may have / prefer to use.\n\n\n DTSTART:20160424T050000Z DTEND:20160424T090000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Continuing Education DTSTAMP:20160328T200902Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1021-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n As a continuation of the spring Common Adventure Mode l classroom and on-water sessions\, I am proposing three single-day on-wat er-classroom paddling trips over the summer.  These will be a mix of CAM theory discussions combined with hands-on paddling\, and will be designed as a refresher course for those who have already taken the CAM workshops i n the past as well as a teaser/introduction for those who have not.  The focus will be on effective group paddling and individual responsibilities within the group\, as well as discussions about other CAM concepts and phi losophies as the group sees fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n An example of what a trip might look like:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n On the beach discussing launch preparat ion\, beach briefing\, gathering on the water\, and group formations\n\n \ n\n \n\n On-water working on different group formations and communication \, handling crossings\, evaluating conditions\n\n \n\n \n\n Long lunch st op to review morning topics and develop afternoon agenda\n\n \n\n \n\n On -water review of changes in conditions\, incident management\, navigation\ n\n \n\n \n\n Post-paddle review and Q&\;A back at the launch\n\n \n\n \n\n The trips will be operated as CAM trips with all participants expecte d to provide input\, along with overall guidance and education from myself and/or other leaders.  Each trip will be held in a different location to provide a diversity of environments and to increase access to our geograp hically diverse membership.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n The proposed locations are:\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n Marblehead\n\n \n\n \n\n Boston\n\n \n\n \n\n Portsmouth\ n\n \n\n\n\n The proposed dates are:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Sunday\, June 12th\n \n \n\n \n\n Saturday\, July 16th\n\n \n\n \n\n Saturday\, August 27th\n \n \n\n\n\n All attendees must be current NSPN members\, and all skill lev els are encouraged to sign up.  Considerations for weather and overall gr oup interests will dictate the design of the trips\, and may justify multi ple groups if enough people sign up\, however there is the possibility tha t the conditions may not accommodate all skill levels.  In that event\, a ll efforts will be made to provide an alternate date or venue for those pa ddlers.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Those that wish to participate should post to the thread on the Trips forum which dates they are available along with which location(s) they would prefer for each date.  More than one location can be listed for each date\, and we will decide which location for each date based upon the majority of preferences.  Anyone wishing to help with the instructional portion of each trip should PM me so that we can work on log istics as the trips develop.\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160827 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Continuing Education DTSTAMP:20160328T200820Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1020-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n As a continuation of the spring Common Adventure Mode l classroom and on-water sessions\, I am proposing three single-day on-wat er-classroom paddling trips over the summer.  These will be a mix of CAM theory discussions combined with hands-on paddling\, and will be designed as a refresher course for those who have already taken the CAM workshops i n the past as well as a teaser/introduction for those who have not.  The focus will be on effective group paddling and individual responsibilities within the group\, as well as discussions about other CAM concepts and phi losophies as the group sees fit.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n An example of what a trip might look like:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n On the beach discussing launch preparat ion\, beach briefing\, gathering on the water\, and group formations\n\n \ n\n \n\n On-water working on different group formations and communication \, handling crossings\, evaluating conditions\n\n \n\n \n\n Long lunch st op to review morning topics and develop afternoon agenda\n\n \n\n \n\n On -water review of changes in conditions\, incident management\, navigation\ n\n \n\n \n\n Post-paddle review and Q&\;A back at the launch\n\n \n\n \n\n The trips will be operated as CAM trips with all participants expecte d to provide input\, along with overall guidance and education from myself and/or other leaders.  Each trip will be held in a different location to provide a diversity of environments and to increase access to our geograp hically diverse membership.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n The proposed locations are:\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n Marblehead\n\n \n\n \n\n Boston\n\n \n\n \n\n Portsmouth\ n\n \n\n\n\n The proposed dates are:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Sunday\, June 12th\n \n \n\n \n\n Saturday\, July 16th\n\n \n\n \n\n Saturday\, August 27th\n \n \n\n\n\n All attendees must be current NSPN members\, and all skill lev els are encouraged to sign up.  Considerations for weather and overall gr oup interests will dictate the design of the trips\, and may justify multi ple groups if enough people sign up\, however there is the possibility tha t the conditions may not accommodate all skill levels.  In that event\, a ll efforts will be made to provide an alternate date or venue for those pa ddlers.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Those that wish to participate should post to the thread on the Trips forum which dates they are available along with which location(s) they would prefer for each date.  More than one location can be listed for each date\, and we will decide which location for each date based upon the majority of preferences.  Anyone wishing to help with the instructional portion of each trip should PM me so that we can work on log istics as the trips develop.\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160716 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM on-the Water Session 1 DTSTAMP:20160208T225019Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1002-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n This is the first  of two NSPN CAM  On-the-Water ses sionsPlease check the \"2016 CAM Sessions\" Posting in the Trips &\; Ev ents forum for details on the CAM workshops Location will be  be on the North Shore of Boston\, (likely venues either Marblehead\, MA) or Odiorne /Rye\, NH ) and based on weather conditions that day\, so it will be annou nced in the week before the date of the workshop \n\n  \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160430 ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rmpuma04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joseph Berkovitz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mford";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="George Samuels";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New to Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20160321T140239Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1012-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n 10th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop\nO ptional Pool Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n Need advice on getting started ? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Don't miss our annual New t o Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is like. Discover places that offe r classes and specialized training. Discussions with new and experienced fellow kayakers. Plan future adventures!\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n  \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n WORKSHOP (ON LAND)\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n POOL SESSION\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\ n LAKE SESSION\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n OCEAN DAY TRIP\n\ n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n LOCATION\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \ n\n Gould Bard\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n Topsfield\, MA\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n Haverhill High School\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n Haverhill\, MA\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n Chebacco Lake\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n Wenham\, MA\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n P avillion Beach\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n Ipswich\, MA\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n DATE\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 4.24.2016\n\ n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 5.8.2016\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 5.30.2016\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 6.18.2016\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n TIME\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 9 :00-12:00PM\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 11:00-1:30PM\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n 5:00 - 7:00 PM\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\ n 10:00-4:00PM\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nFee: All events are FREE & amp\; open to the public. \nRegister: Kevin Beckwith ntskw@nspn.org\nQu estions: ntskw@nspn.org\n\nBasic Overview: How to choose equipment: kayak s\, paddles\, clothing and additional equipment. Overview of skills\, trai ning and what to expect. Locating and experiencing initial on-water traini ng. Open discussion and questions welcome. NTSKW FINAL.pdf\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CAM Classroom Session 1 DTSTAMP:20160208T222708Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:999-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n  \n\n\n\n CAM CLASSROOM  Session 1\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Sunday March 20 \nLocation: Newbury Kayak and Canoe 291 High St. Newbury \, MA 01951\n\n 9AM to 3 PM \n\n  Please see the posting on the Trips &\; Events  forum for more  details on the NSPN CAM Sessions    \n This is the first of two CAM classroom workshops\, and will cover Pre-Trip planning &\;  posting\, : “Before The  Trip”\n\nWorkshop runs f rom 9AM to 3PM\n\"Before the Trip\" \n\n\n\n Morning:\n\n\n\n 1) Common Adventure Model \n\n\n\n CAM overview\n\n\n\n How CAM applies to NSPN\n\ n\n\n Trip Initiator\n\n\n\n Leadership and CAM\n\n  \n\n\n\n Running an NSPN Trip\n\n\n\n 1) Trip Goals and Route Selection\n\n 2) Trip Levels\n\n 3) Procedures:   \n\n\n\n 4) Trip Posting\n\n 5) Pre Trip Communication : \n\n\n\n 6) Managing RSVPs\n\n 7) Trip Float Plan\nAfternoon: Trip Plann ing workshop  \n\n\n\n 1) Nautical Charts \n\n 2) Ocean Access (Put-Ins a nd Parking)\n\n\n\n 3)Predicting Conditions\, features\, Hazards \n\n 4) Group Exercise: Route Planning \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20160320T130000Z DTEND:20160320T190000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rmpuma04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Philip Anderson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:John Huth Weather Wind and Waves Workshop DTSTAMP:20160205T214501Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:998-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n \n \n Weather and Waves Workshop\n \n\n \n Sunda y \, February 28\, 2016\n \n\n \n Meeting Room REI \, Reading\, MA\,  \n \n\n \n 11:30-4:00PM \n \n\n \n John Huth once again has vol unteered his time to present a workshop for NSPN  on Weather Wind and Wa ves  and how these apply  to sea kayaking. This John's past presentati ons have been favorites of club members. John is a long time NSPN member\, with  a unique set of qualifications  to present on this subject as he is both a physics professor/ lecturer at Harvard University  and  an  experienced  sea kayaker. John's experiences  as a sea kayaker   have s timulated him to focus some of his academic research on  kayak related as pects of the physical world.    \n\n This is a  workshop  you won' t want to miss.\,\n \n\n \n Johns past courses have broadly covered   issues of weather and waves: the approach of warm and cold fronts\, how t o read cloud formations\, wind\, consider  the air circulation around hig h and low pressure systems\, and how to evaluate weather signs. Members h ave come away  from past workshops with a heightened understanding and ap preciation  of the physical forces that affect us while on the water:   this session  will help the sea kayaker evaluate and respond to rapidly changing local conditions through observations and decision making.\n \n\ n \n The session will last from 11:30AM  to @  4:00PM   and were all be ample opportunity for snacks\, questions and participation.\n\n REI opens on Sunday morning at  11:00AM\n \n\n \n The Meeting Room is in the left  rear of the store.   \n\n  \n \n\n \n Please RSVP  he re in the calendar posting for this session: REI has  not-unlimited space and past workshops have been very well attended.  \n \n\n \n  \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20160228T163000Z DTEND:20160228T210000Z ATTENDEE;CN="John";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Katherine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BillHudgins";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Pintail";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="NPearson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Annual Squam Lake Camping DTSTAMP:20160201T210640Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:997-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Shari G":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\n Join us for an early fall weekend at Squam Lake\, Frid ay morning September 30th through Sunday October 2nd.   Our group base c amp will be on Moon Island (approximately 2 miles from the Piper Cove Put -in).  Numerous areas to explore on daily paddles\, with the option of  a hike up one or both of the Rattlesnake Mountains (fabulous views).  Ty pical Pot-luck Buffet for those who would like to participate.  Possible night paddle to Walter's Basin for dinner one night.  Details will be pos ted as we get closer.   Cost will be $22/ person.  Limit to 10 people. P lease RSVP on the calendar\, and/or PM me with questions.  \n\n\n\n Thank s\,  Shari\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\ n \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160930 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161003 ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4th Annual Easter Plunge DTSTAMP:20151222T202727Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:995-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nOver the past several years\, a hardy group of NSPN member s have gotten together for what first started out as a cold water practice session on Easter morning. While it was short\, they had great fun and p romised to get together the following years and make it an annual event. Thus began the Annual Easter Plunge. This year\, we are looking at the da y before Easter to see if we get more interest (or get scolded by the die- hard Plungers)\, so let me know your thoughts on that.\n\nThis will be a c ombination discussion/paddle/cold water practice event tailored to the wan ts and needs of the group. You’ll have the opportunity to review tips a nd techniques for dealing with cold weather and water\, test out your gear while we do some cold water rescues\, or just have a paddle! LOTS of hyp o kits and chocolate will be on hand and careful attention will be paid to all paddlers’ condition and well-being. Come join us for this CAM (Ch ocolate Adventure Model?) event.\n \nYou must bring the following:\n- Food and a hot beverage\n- Drysuit with proper footwear and appropriate under layers (if you don't have a drysuit\, inquire about borrowing or renting)\ n- Neoprene cap or hood\n- Neoprene gloves (bring poggies if you use them\ , but gloves are always recommended)\n- Wool or fleece hat\n- Wool or flee ce gloves or mittens\n- Down or synthetic jacket that fits over your PFD\n If you have the following\, you should also bring them:\n- Storm cag\n- Wa rm outer pant layer (worn at launch to unload and pack boat)\n- Spare unde r-layers (in case your primary set gets wet)\n- Padding to sit on (camp ch air\, carpet square\, piece of foam\, etc)\n- Hypo kit\n- Group shelter\n \nWe recommend that everyone put together a hypo kit – see this post if you want more information on what to include: http://www.nspn.org/forum/t opic/9825-hypo-kit/. Don’t feel overwhelmed by all the gear. The star t of a good hypo kit is a thermos of hot tea/chocolate/soup/water and a wa rm jacket/blanket/tarp. Do you have any hand or feet warmers from skiing? An old yoga mat is a great ground pad. A tent fly would work as a wind shelter. Don’t worry about packability if it’s just a day paddle – you have plenty of room in your boat. Put together what you can and we wi ll compare different ideas. \n\nIf you would like to attend but don’t h ave a particular piece of kit\, just let us know. We should have plenty o f extra stuff on hand to care for everyone. So bring your bunny ears (rea lly!) and join us for some cold water fun! We will even have extra ears on hand for those who don't have them. Location and details to be determine d\, but will most likely be in MA north of Boston. Check the message boar d for details and to sign up. \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160326 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Year's Day Paddle DTSTAMP:20151222T123521Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:994-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nPlanning to paddle New Year's Day\, and the Boston Harbor Islands might be a nice place to go. HT @ 10:07am and LT @ 4:15pm\, proba bly launch from \"ramp/beach\" on Morrissey Blvd. (click for details) arou nd 10am or so. Islands have varied access\, so will probably be more of a cruising day with lunch stop TBD. Would hope to return no later than 4pm \, but am open to options.\n\nPlease refer to the Trips forum to post inte rest or comments.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Meeting & Cabin Fever Party DTSTAMP:20151202T185537Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:993-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nNSPN'ers are warmly invited to gather for the FIRST! NSPN Cabin Fever Party (aka \"Winter Break-Out Party\") and Members General Me eting on Saturday\, January 30th at our old haunt the Gould Barn in Topsfi eld.\n \nThis will be our winter social event\, replacing the Holiday Part y\, where we can gather\, catch up with old friends\, make new friends an d share cheer and stories\, as in past years.\n \nPlease see additional de tails under the Trips/Events forum.\n DTSTART:20160130T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T215110Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:992-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis pool session is from 1:00pm-3:30pm\, but arrive up to a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active A CA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase. We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from ev eryone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an ACA member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase poo l sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160402 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T214929Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:991-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis pool session is from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive up t o a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active ACA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase . We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from e veryone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an AC A member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase po ol sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160313 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T214840Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:990-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis pool session is from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive up t o a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active ACA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase . We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from e veryone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an AC A member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase po ol sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T214741Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:989-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis Pool session is from 1:00pm-3:30pm\, but arrive up to a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active A CA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase. We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from ev eryone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an ACA member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase poo l sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T214623Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:988-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis pool session is from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive up t o a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active ACA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase . We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from e veryone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an AC A member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase po ol sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T214506Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:987-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis pool session is from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive up t o a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active ACA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase . We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from e veryone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an AC A member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase po ol sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160131 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T214251Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:986-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nPool session is from 1:00pm-3:30pm\, but arrive up to a ha lf hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active ACA me mber\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase. We also need an ACA Liability Release form for each pool session from everyon e\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an ACA memb er to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this link to purchase pool ses sions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160123 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haverhill Pool Session DTSTAMP:20151117T213609Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:985-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis pool session is from 11:00am-1:30pm\, but arrive up t o a half hour early to unload boats and change. If you are not an active ACA member\, you MUST add one ACA Event Fee for each pool session purchase . We also need an ACA Liability Release form (download here) for each poo l session from everyone\, regardless of ACA membership. If you would like to become an ACA member to avoid the fee\, click here.\n\nFollow this lin k to purchase pool sessions (paid members only).\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160110 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:8th Annual Jewell Island Camping DTSTAMP:20151102T131011Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:984-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nLevel 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough\, espe cially since we were drowned out last year. Here's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping without the pesky bugs ( beware of ticks!). This will be the 8th annual trip to Jewell\, which has 2 large side-by-side campsites and a latrine. We typically have 10 or so p addlers\, but an upper limit has not been established.\nThe Common Adventu re Model (CAM) will be adopted The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows: FR IDAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod workin g out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Frida y\, May 20\, in plenty of time for a 10:30am launch (HT-1119). If you are new to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arriving no later than 0930.  SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas f or a day paddle or island activities (HT-1157). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general ca maraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire. SUNDAY: Back to cars via ?? ?? (HT-1233). If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping in general\, Private Mes sage (PM) me. When you can commit\, please PM the following information to your specific pod organizer:\n-Auto color\, make\, model\, and tag# (If C ousins Island pease register details with with Yarmouth PD).\n-Contact in fo\, including cell\, Es\, H\,W phone\, emergency contact and permission t o share with participants.\n\ngary\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160521 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:8th annual Jewell Island Camping wekend DTSTAMP:20151102T130734Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:983-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nLevel 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough\, espe cially since we were drowned out last year. Here's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping without the pesky bugs ( beware of ticks!). This will be the 8th annual trip to Jewell\, which has 2 large side-by-side campsites and a latrine. We typically have 10 or so p addlers\, but an upper limit has not been established.\nThe Common Adventu re Model (CAM) will be adopted The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows: FR IDAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options\, with each pod workin g out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under \"trips\") on Frida y\, May 20\, in plenty of time for a 10:30am launch (HT-1119). If you are new to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packing your boat\, so plan on arriving no later than 0930.  SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas f or a day paddle or island activities (HT-1157). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\, Eagle\, Great Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations\, and general ca maraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire. SUNDAY: Back to cars via ?? ?? (HT-1233). If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers\, or have any questions about this trip or camping in general\, Private Mes sage (PM) me. When you can commit\, please PM the following information to your specific pod organizer:\n-Auto color\, make\, model\, and tag# (If C ousins Island pease register details with with Yarmouth PD).\n-Contact in fo\, including cell\, Es\, H\,W phone\, emergency contact and permission t o share with participants.\ngary\n\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160520 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cold Water Workshop - 10:30 am DTSTAMP:20151013T150023Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:982-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Suz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCold water workshop is scheduled for Sunday\, Nov 15\, 10: 30 am start. This will take place regardless of the weather as we will ha ve indoor space to use as we need it.\n\nIt will take place at Newbury Kay ak and Canoe\, 291 High Street (Route 1A)\, Newbury MA. \n\nPlan to arriv e earlier and unload your boat and get your gear together. \n\nMore info c an be seen at the post here: http://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/10883-cold-wa ter-workshop-sunday-nov-15/ \n\nPlease contact me at suz at kayakne dot co m with any questions or concerns.\n\n\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151115 ATTENDEE;CN="Suz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="George Samuels";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Philip Anderson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Phil Allen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="David Burgess";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Tonia";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5th annual Muscle Ridge weekend DTSTAMP:20150924T160040Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:981-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant season! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathere d at the Group Site ($10/head/nite). Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddlin g options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cly de. Typical pot-luck evening buffet (proper attire please) for those so in clined to participate. Post interest here or PM.\n\ngary\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160918 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5th annual Muscle Ridge weekend DTSTAMP:20150924T155928Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:980-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant season! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathere d at the Group Site ($10/head/nite). Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddlin g options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cly de. Typical pot-luck evening buffet (proper attire please) for those so i nclined to participate. Post interest here or PM.\n\ngary\n\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160917 ATTENDEE;CN="stu feldman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5th annual Muscle Ridge weekend DTSTAMP:20150924T155717Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:978-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant season! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathere d at the Group Site ($10/head/nite). Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddlin g options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cly de. Typical pot-luck evening buffet (proper attire please) for those so i nclined to participate. Post interest here or PM.\n\ngary\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160916 ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Richard Eliot";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Gcosloy";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="stu feldman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Muscongus Bay DTSTAMP:20150831T152012Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:977-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nDetails remain to be worked out\, but the general idea is to paddle the Muscongus Bay area (click link for map) and camp out on MITA islands (click link for info). Launch would be late morning or lunchtime on Saturday\, with the itinerary to be based on the group size and weathe r conditions. There might be an opportunity to have a night paddle\, and most importantly\, we hope to see the Total Lunar Eclipse which will occur Sunday night starting around 8:00pm and peaking around 10:45pm (hence the extension of the trip into Monday). Where better to see such an event th an away from the city lights on some beautiful islands off the coast of Ma ine?\n\nThis trip is open to all NSPN members\, but we may have to limit t he group size\, so please post interest in the Trips posting. Requirement s are sea-worthy kayaks with bulkheads\, proper padding gear and attire\, and appropriate camping kit for a weekend island getaway. MITA membership is strongly recommended (NSPN members can get a discounted membership her e)\, and all islands are strictly Leave No Trace\, which includes human wa ste as well. Also be aware that we may paddle upwards of 10 miles per day \, but we will not be in too much of a rush to do so. I might expect peop le to be able to paddle around three knots when needed\, but the overall p ace will be what is comfortable for the group. If you are unsure of your skill level or outfitting for this trip\, please PM me so we can discuss i n further detail to determine if this trip will be safe and enjoyable for you.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150929 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downeast Paddle Retreat Sept. 11-14 Bar Harbor DTSTAMP:20150514T120649Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:974-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nDowneast Paddle Retreat\; Mount Desert Island\nSeptember 1 1-14\n \nPeter Brady &\; Rob Hazard: Initiators \n\nRob Hazard &\; I are planning an NSPN kayak gathering on Mount Desert Island on the weeke nd after Labor Day\, the days of Sept. 11-14 \n \nMount Desert Island in e arly/mid September is a splendid kayaking &\; vacation spot \,with a w ide range of great paddling opportunities. Last year this event was a suc cess \, with about 22 participants. We paddled all over the island. \n \n Rob and I have paddled in the area and are knowledgeable about it\, and w e are prepared for a paddling schedule of two trips a day\, based on gro up size\, skill level and interest. \nSome of the most popular paddling ve nues iclude the Porcupine islands off of Bar Harbor \nand the Cranberr y Islands on the south end of the Island \nThere are also options for more adventurous paddles\, out to Egg Rock in the middle of Frenchmans Bay \, and down the rugged and scenic coast of Mt desert Island \nThere are als o options for inland paddling\, on Long Pond and Eagle Lake\n\n \nAccomm odations are on your own. Our base of operations will be at LLangolan Inn \, near Hadley Point\, between the bridge to the island and downtown Bar Harbor\, Next to the Llangolan is te Hadley Poitn Campground for those who prefer camping. \nOptions for accommodations range from cottages near Had ley Point\, the Hadley Point campground or other campgrounds and accomodat ions around the island.\nPlease PM PeterB with questions\, interest. Or email at pbrady at neaq.org We'll develop an information sheet with deta ils on the event and the area\, to share with RSVPs as plans develop . \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150915 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake Sessions DTSTAMP:20150608T192626Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:976-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin B (RPS Coach)":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome join us at Chebacco Lake Thursdays at 5pm. Practice strokes\, rolls\, rescues\, falling out of your boat\, or watching kingfis hers. Rick Crangle and I will be there tonight to get the season started. Bring boat\, paddle\, skirt\, PFD\, and any new gear you want to test. Dress for immersion\; dry suit or wet suit for now. We meet at the boat ra mp at the south end of the lake\, and hang out in the cove to the left of the ramp. You can either get off 128 at Pine st (exit 16) and head north on the dirt road\, or find Chebacco road off Rt 22 in Essex and avoid the dirt. No entrance fees. No rangers to kick us out at the end of the even ing\, but the mosquitoes do the job just fine.\n DTSTART:20150611T220000Z RRULE:FREQ=weekly;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20150925T10000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Skills and Stupid Kayak Tricks Session DTSTAMP:20150526T194208Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:975-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Lbeale":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome join us for a frolicking good time at Walden Pond on Wednesday nights -- arrive around 5 and off the water around 7:15. \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150603 RRULE:FREQ=weekly;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20150826T00000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stonington & Saddleback Island Retreat DTSTAMP:20150512T204713Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:965-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nSaddleback Island Paddling Retreat July 24-27Peter Brady : Initiator NSPNers are welcome to this paddling retreat on Sadleback Isla nd in the Stonington archipelago.The Stonington area is one of the top pad dling destinations in all of Maine. This area is very scenic with its nu merous islands\, and offers an endless menu of paddling options\, from s hort\, putter–around trips between islands to more adventurous journeys to nearby islands such as Marshall and Isle au Haut.This retreat is suit able for L2 and above paddlers. This trip will be anchored on Sadd leback Island which is reserved for the three nights of July 24\, 25 and 2 6. The cabin sleeps 8 persons. There is also a campsite nearby on Saddleb ack island which comfortably accommodates 3 tents\, perhaps more\, and is available on a first-come first served basis. The cabin is $175 /night\, so there would be a minimum cost of $22/person ($66/three nights) and a maximum cost of $35 per person per night ($105/three nights) depending on how many end up staying there. The cabin is likely to be full. There a re also options to camp on your own on neighboring MTA Islands and be pa rt of the retreat.Getting there and back: Saddleback island is a protecte d 2.5 mile paddle from Old Quarry Adventures\, so this makes the trip op en to L2 paddlers.There is a parking fee at Old Quarry . There is also a n approach from Naskeag point of about 5.5 miles\, semi exposed\, so thi s would be an L3 paddle .Groups paddling to the island will need to be co ordinated in advance\, as an L2 group will need to have some experience d paddlers along. There can be lots of fog at this time of year. Grander options would include a tour of Isle au Haut or trips out to Marshall and Swan Islands. These trips could be up to L4\, and would depend on weath er\, fog and conditions.If you are interested\, please PM me (PeterB) on t he message board.\, we’ll get a participant list going.Or email me at pb rady at neaq.org.Group Limit is 8 in the cabin and 3-6 in the campsite. So maximum group is about 14.Best way to sign up is to commit with $35/nigh t deposit. And you will be refunded based on numbers of participants .\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150724 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150728 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle L2 and L2+ Trips\, Marblehead DTSTAMP:20150514T113252Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:968-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nSolstice Paddle Level 2 and Level 2+
 Trips Saturday\, June 20thPeterBrady\, Sal Puglisi\, Leslie Beale\, Dee Cleary: initiators The Solstice L2 and L2+ trips are part of the NSPN Solstice Paddle on Jun e 20th in Marblehead. L2 trip\, stays in the protected areas around Marble head Harbor\, and Dolliber Cove \, at the head of Marlehead Harbor\, with the option to venture a bit further along Marbehead neck or up towards Sal em sound\, depending on conditions and the preferences of the group. Total mileage will be @ 6 miles. The 

L2+ Trip is for people who would like a bit more exposure and longer mileage than the L2 trip\, but prefe r something more mellow and shorter mileage than the L3 paddle\, which usu ally goes over to Bakers island.Total mileage will be @ 8 nautical miles. Peter Brady\, Sal Puglisi\, Dee Cleary and Leslie Beale will be along and we will determine at the beach briefing who will go with the L2 group if n eeded. Meet at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead\, 10:00am for beach briefing\ , and a 10:30am launch: we will initially meet together with the L2 group\ , and probably launch together. We will proceed to the mouth of Marblehe ad Harbor where we may part ways with the L2 group and\, depending on the weather\, group size and preferences\, either cross Salem Harbor to the Wi llows\, where we’ll stop for lunch\, and return by the same route\, or cross to Children's Island and stop there for lunch\, and return by the s ame route. The total mileage will be about 8 Naut. miles. 
 Depending o n group size\, we have a number of options: if group size is small we can combine with the L2 paddle\, if group size is large we will stick to the L 2+ float plan. 
We'll return to Riverhead Beach by @ 3pm\, to get our b oats squared away and get changed for the grand potluck under the pavilion at Devereaux Beach\, just across the road from Riverhead Beach. 

Ple ase PM (personal message) PeterB with an RSVP for either the L2 or the L2+ trip You can PM Peter Brady (PeterB on the message board) if you have q uestions about the trip. 
Looking forward to seeing you! Like This\nQuot e\nMultiQuote\nEdit\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150620 ATTENDEE;CN="Matt Pacewicz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnMonroe";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle Potluck DTSTAMP:20150513T125455Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:967-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nSolstice Paddle PotluckJoin us after the paddle around 3 o r 3:30pm at Devereaux Beach under the pavilions. Bring dish to share with the group.NSPN will have plates\, bowls\, napkins\, utensils and some ext ra serving utensils and serving bowls on hand as well as bottled water. P lease bring your own preferred beverage if you would like.Please come by a nd join us even if you are unable to paddle with us that day!\n DTSTART:20150620T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle L3 Trip DTSTAMP:20150513T125001Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:966-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n2015 NSPN Solstice Paddle Saturday June 20th - Riverhead Beach Marblehead\, MAL3 PodInitiated by: Cathy FolsterBeach Briefing at 9 :30amLaunch at 10:00amMost likely we will head out to Bakers Island. More information to follow as we get closer to the date. There will also be L2 and L2+ pods from the same put-in (please see separate posts for those tri ps).Please post to the message board thread if you plan to participate in this pod: http://www.nspn.org/forum/topic/10585-solstice-paddle-l3-trip-sa turday-june-20/\n DTSTART:20150620T143000Z DTEND:20150620T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:8th Annual Jewell Island camping DTSTAMP:20140603T190906Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:932-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nLevel 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers\, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here' s a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 8th annual tr ip to Jewell\, which has 2 large side-by-side campsites and a latrine. We typically have 10 or so paddlers\; an upper limit of 12 paddlers has been established.The Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adoptedThe SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows:May 15\, in plenty of time for a 10:30am launch ( HT-0915). If you are new to kayak camping\, you may need extra time packin g your boat\, so plan on arriving no later than 0930. Make your way\, via different routes to Jewell campsite(s). Total Nautical Miles ~4-8. Typica l pot luck supper venue for those who wish to participate.SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or island activities (HT-1014). Pri or trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat\, Potts Harbor\, Greens\ , Eagle\, Great Diamond geocaching\, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military install ations\, and general camaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire.SUNDAY : Back to cars via ???? (HT-1109)\, or spend another nite.If you would lik e to join this group of friendly paddlers post your intentions to the Jewe ll Island message\, under \"trips\". If you have any questions about this trip or camping in general\, Private Message (PM) me.If you are COMMITTED to the trip\, click the RSVP button after clicking on the calendar event. gary \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150518 ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BillHudgins";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rmpuma04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Johanna Wightman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=AC CEPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="PeterB";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Paul Sylvester";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ginger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ladies Camping Trip DTSTAMP:20150412T164425Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:964-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nHello\,This camping trip is open to location suggestions.T hinking about Warren Island or Muscongus Bay in Maine or possibly\, a lake in the Rangeley Lake area. Departure will be Friday AM and return on Sund ay afternoon.Details will be posted once they have been sorted out. Pleas e only RSVP when you are able to commit. There will be a limit on partici pants.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150710 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150713 ATTENDEE;CN="Katherine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JaneC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jwhipple";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Nancy Hill";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Ladies Paddle (aka mens stalking trip) DTSTAMP:20150412T163739Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:963-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nHello\,Annual Ladies Paddle is officially posted.Location: TBDI am interested in your suggestions\, thinking about a 10:30 departure and a mid-afternoon return.Low tide is around 9:30 AM &\; High tide is mid-afternoon.Please RSVP only when you can make the commitment to attend .Location and other details will either be posted or PMd.Please remember t hat you need to be a current member of NSPN to attend any trip.Looking for ward to another rollicking good time with excellent food.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150607 ATTENDEE;CN="Katherine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Ginger";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sea Kayak Camping Workshop DTSTAMP:20150322T231746Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:962-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nMost people enjoy the freedom and connection with the envi ronment that both kayaking and backpacking provide. For some of us\, we h ave combined the two by loading our kayaks with all we need for an overnig ht stay on a local island\, or a multi-week adventure in remote locations. No matter which is your preference\, kayak camping takes the adventure t o a whole new level! NSPN will be holding another annual Sea Kayak Campin g Workshop as a means to introduce the sport to those who have camped but never kayaked\, those who have kayaked but never camped\, and even those w ho have never kayaked or camped\, but are interested in both.This year\, w e are trying a new approach: We are going to unpack a fully loaded kayak\, and set up a complete campsite\, discussing gear options and packing meth ods as we go. With the help of a few volunteers\, we will have several ex amples of tents and shelters\, sleeping bags and pads\, cook stoves and co okware\, tarps\, drybags\, food\, and so on. The idea of the workshop is not so much what people need to buy\, but instead providing people with th e information they need to make their own decisions about how they select their gear.When: April 26th from noon to about 4pmWhere: Gould Barn\, 1 H owlett Street\, Topsfield\, MAParking: On-street or across the green (we c annot use the church parking lot)Cost: Free!RSVP and Questions can be sent to skcw@nspn.orgAdditional volunteers to provide gear and assist during Q &\;A sessions welcome.\n DTSTART:20150426T170000Z DTEND:20150426T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New To Sea Kayaking Workshop DTSTAMP:20150201T150945Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:961-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rylevine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\"NEW TO SEA KAYAKING WORKSHOP\" Details:Where: Portsmouth Seacoast Family YMCA\, 550 Peverly Hill Rd\, Portsmouth\, NH 0 3801When: Saturday\, April 11\, 2015\, 2 - 4pm\; Pool Session 4:30-7pmFee: WORKSHOP is FREE &\; open to the public. POOL SESSION COST $15 will be applied to a free year membership to NPSN and will be used to help cover the cost of the YMCA rental for this venue.Register: Bob Levine ntskw@nspn .orgQuestions: ntskw@nspn.org\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150411 ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holiday Party DTSTAMP:20140828T164401Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:947-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nHoliday Party! 6:00 PM @ the Gould Barn in TopsfieldPleas e see the post on the Message Board under NOON Trips &\; Events.\n DTSTART:20141206T230000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Bob Cornell";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="billvoss";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Squam Lake camping \, Oct 2-4 DTSTAMP:20141111T171039Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:958-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nPeak foliage will greet us at one of Mother Nature’s mos t scenic freshwater paddling venues. Arrive in time for a 11am launch\, Fr iday\, Oct 2\, at Squam Lakes Association headquarters @ Piper Cove\, 534 U.S. 3\, Holderness\, NH. We’ll make our way to Moon Island to set up te nts/hammocks/tarps for 2 nites of camping. Pot luck around the campfire fo r those who wish to participate Fri nite\, maybe Sat. too. Day trips TBD\, including a potential hike up the Rattlesnake hills to the north. Conside r practicing nite-nav with a Sat. night paddle over to Walter’s Basin fo r restaurant dining.This trip will happen if a minimum of eight ($25/perso n) and a maximum of 12 ($18/person) paddlers commit to the trip.Your commi tment is a $25 paypal or check deposit to Shari Gallant via PM. If we have fewer than 8\,the trip will be canceled and your deposit refunded. If we have more than 8\, she will square with you the difference. COMMITMENT DEA DLINE IS SEPT 1. If you end up canceling after that date\, for whatever re ason\, consider your deposit a contribution to SLA\, unless you can find a late-comer to take your spot. Fair enough? Thanks to Shari for agreeing t o be the Organizer for this event!Link to 2014 Trip Report: http://www.nsp n.org/...g-trip-oct-3-5/ \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151003 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Squam Lake camping\, Oct 2-4 DTSTAMP:20141111T173731Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:959-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nPeak foliage will greet us at one of Mother Nature’s mos t scenic freshwater paddling venues. Arrive in time for a 11am launch\, Fr iday\, Oct 2\, at Squam Lakes Association headquarters @ Piper Cove\, 534 U.S. 3\, Holderness\, NH. We’ll make our way to Moon Island to set up te nts/hammocks/tarps for 2 nites of camping. Pot luck around the campfire fo r those who wish to participate Fri nite\, maybe Sat. too. Day trips TBD\, including a potential hike up the Rattlesnake hills to the north. Conside r practicing nite-nav with a Sat. night paddle over to Walter’s Basin fo r restaurant dining.This trip will happen if a minimum of eight ($25/perso n) and a maximum of 12 ($18/person) paddlers commit to the trip.Your commi tment is a $25 paypal or check deposit to Shari Gallant via PM. If we have fewer than 8\,the trip will be canceled and your deposit refunded. If we have more than 8\, she will square with you the difference. COMMITMENT DEA DLINE IS SEPT 1. If you end up canceling after that date\, for whatever re ason\, consider your deposit a contribution to SLA\, unless you can find a late-comer to take your spot. Fair enough? Thanks to Shari for agreeing t o be the Organizer for this event!Link to 2014 Trip Report: http://www.ns pn.org/forum/topic/10268-squam-lake-camping-trip-oct-3-5/\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151002 ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="nancysan";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="irinashap";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dan Foster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ejwilliams";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4th annual Muscle Ridge Camping weekend\, 9/18-20 DTSTAMP:20141021T121850Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:954-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant season! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathere d at the Group Site ($10/head/nite). Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddlin g options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cly de. Anyone down for a full-moon nite paddle? Typical pot-luck evening buff et (proper attire please) for those so inclined to participate. Post inter est here or PM.See inaugural trip report beautifully captured by Pru: http ://www.nspn.org/...?showtopic=8956gary\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150918 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Kyle.Martin";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BillHudgins";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="irinashap";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mhabich";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rmpuma04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="flesner";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4th annual Muscle Ridge Camping weekend\, 9/18-20 DTSTAMP:20141021T122019Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:955-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant season! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gathere d at the Group Site ($10/head/nite). Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddlin g options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cly de. Anyone down for a full-moon nite paddle? Typical pot-luck evening buff et (proper attire please) for those so inclined to participate. Post inter est here or PM.See inaugural trip report beautifully captured by Pru: http ://www.nspn.org/...?showtopic=8956gary\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150919 ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BillHudgins";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="flesner";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Annual Easter Plunge DTSTAMP:20141015T114032Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:951-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="rfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nOver the past two years\, a hardy group of NSPN members ha ve gotten together for a cold water practice session on Easter morning. W hile it was short\, they had great fun and promised to get together the fo llowing yeasr and make it an annual event. Thus began the Annual Easter P lunge.This will be a combination discussion/paddle/cold water practice eve nt. You’ll have the opportunity to review tips and techniques for deali ng with cold weather and water\, test out your gear while we do some rescu es in cold water\, and then do a short paddle and have lunch! LOTS of hyp o kits and chocolate will be on hand and careful attention will be paid to all paddlers’ condition and well-being. Come join us for this CAM (Ch ocolate Adventure Model?) event. You must bring the following:- Food and a hot beverage- Drysuit with proper footwear and appropriate under layers ( if you don't have a drysuit\, inquire about borrowing or renting)- Neopren e cap or hood- Neoprene gloves (bring poggies if you use them\, but gloves are always recommended)- Wool or fleece hat- Wool or fleece gloves or mit tens- Down or synthetic jacket that fits over your PFDIf you have the foll owing\, you should also bring them:- Storm cag- Warm outer pant layer (wor n at launch to unload and pack boat)- Spare under-layers (in case your pri mary set gets wet)- Padding to sit on (camp chair\, carpet square\, piece of foam\, etc) We recommend that everyone put together a hypo kit – see this post if you want more information on how to put one together: http:/ /www.nspn.org/forum/topic/9825-hypo-kit/. Don’t feel overwhelmed by al l the gear. The start of a good hypo kit is a thermos of hot tea/chocolat e/soup/water and a warm jacket/blanket/tarp. Do you have any handwarmers/ feet warmers from skiing? An old yoga mat is a great ground pad. A tent fly would work as a wind shelter. Don’t worry about packability if it ’s just a day paddle – you have plenty of room in your boat on a day p addle. Put together what you can and we will compare different ideas. If you would like to attend but don’t have a particular piece of gear or e quipment\, just let us know. We should have plenty of extra gear on hand from others to care for everyone. So bring your bunny ears (really!) and join us for some cold water fun! We will even have extra ears on hand for those who don't have them. Location and details to be determined\, but wi ll most likely be in MA north of Boston. Check the message board for deta ils and to sign up. \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150405 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH skills practice session - Robinson Pond DTSTAMP:20140909T130541Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:949-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThe rotating NH skills practice session continues.June 24t h\, was Pawtuckaway Lake from the Fundy Cove boat launch.\nJuly 1st was Ho okset by the dog park.\nJuly 8th was Odiorne (Portsmouth).\nJuly 15th was cancelled because of weather.\nJuly 22nd was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH. \nJuly 28th was cancelled.\nAugust 5th was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.\n August 12th was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.\nAugust 18th was Newfound La ke.\nAfter missing a few weeks\, September 9th is back to Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.See the \"NH skills practice sessions?\" thread for the lates t discussion.\n DTSTART:20140909T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2014 Members General Meeting and Paddle DTSTAMP:20140827T134002Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:946-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nNSPN General Meeting &\; Post-General Meeting PaddleSun day Sept .28 th9:30AMGould Barn and Pavilion Beach\, IpswichAll NSPN memb ers are welcome to gather at Gould Barn in Topsfield for our annual NSPN G eneral Meeting.As is our tradition \, in the autumn\, we have a group even t which gives the entire cub the opportunity to get together\,talk about t hings\, and paddle together afterwards. The meeting will start at 9:30AMf or @ 30-40 minutes\, the President of the Board of Directors will give an informational update on such topics as: Club finances (how much money we have what we spend it on) review of 2013 events \, the NSPN year in review . Afterwards\, we can answer questions and talk about most anything people want to talk about. This is a great opportunity for member input and disc ussion about what we have done in 2014 \, what we would like to do in the coming year etc. . As you an imagine\, there have been some lively discuss ions in the past. .. after the meeting\, we will... paddle together. The m eeting will end around noon \, and we will relocate to Pavilion beach in I pswich (about 20 minutes away)\, aiming to arrive at @ 12:30PM \, for a 1: 00Pm-ish launch. There will then be L2 and L3 trips Trips running from Pav ilion beach . from 1:00 to @ 5:00PM Float plan can be determined by the gr oup size \, weather &\; conditions that day .Check for details and weat her updates on the trips in the Trips forum Please RSVP here in the calend ar posting or send PM to Peter Brady (PeterB on the message board) Like This\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140928 ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Bob Cornell";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="spuglisi";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Warren and Dave Present their Alaska Trip DTSTAMP:20140825T182354Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:945-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nScheduled for Monday September 22\, 6-9pmThe Gould Barn - 1 Howlett Street\, Topsfield\, MAPotluck dinner - please bring an appetize r\, entrée or dessert to share with the group.The club will provide paper products and utensils.I am bringing some water (in bottles)\, juice and d iet soda left over from the last NSPN event\, but folks should bring their own drink if those don't suffice.Warren and Dave have agreed to do a pres entation and question/answer regarding their recent paddling trip in Alask a's Prince William Sound. This is a great opportunity to find out what th ey learned about longer expeditions in remote areas and to relive this inc redible journey with them.We will start with a potluck dinner followed by a presentation and question and answer session.Looking forward to seeing e veryone at this event and hearing their story!\n DTSTART:20140922T230000Z DTEND:20140923T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH skills practice session - Newfound Lake DTSTAMP:20140812T010031Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:944-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThe rotating NH skills practice session continues.June 24t h\, was Pawtuckaway Lake from the Fundy Cove boat launch.\nJuly 1st was Ho okset by the dog park.\nJuly 8th was Odiorne (Portsmouth).\nJuly 15th was cancelled because of weather.\nJuly 22nd was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH. \nJuly 28th was cancelled.\nAugust 5th was back to Robinson Pond in Hudson \, NH.\nAugust 12th was back to Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.\nAugust 19t h is scheduled for Newfound Lake. Meet at 4:00pm.See the \"NH skills prac tice sessions?\" thread for the latest discussion.\n DTSTART:20140819T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH skills practice session - Robinson Pond DTSTAMP:20140812T005827Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:943-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThe rotating NH skills practice session continues.June 24t h\, was Pawtuckaway Lake from the Fundy Cove boat launch.\nJuly 1st was Ho okset by the dog park.\nJuly 8th was Odiorne (Portsmouth).\nJuly 15th was cancelled because of weather.\nJuly 22nd was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH. \nJuly 28th was cancelled.\nAugust 5th was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.\n August 12th is back to Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.See the \"NH skills pr actice sessions?\" thread for the latest discussion.\n DTSTART:20140812T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH skills practice session - Robinson Pond DTSTAMP:20140804T193716Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:942-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThe rotating NH skills practice session continues.June 24t h\, was Pawtuckaway Lake from the Fundy Cove boat launch.\nJuly 1st was Ho okset by the dog park.\nJuly 8th was Odiorne (Portsmouth).\nJuly 15th was cancelled because of weather.\nJuly 22nd was Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH. \nJuly 28th was cancelled.\nAugust 5th is back to Robinson Pond in Hudson\ , NH.See the \"NH skills practice sessions?\" thread for the latest discus sion.\n DTSTART:20140805T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH skills practice session - Robinson Pond DTSTAMP:20140715T150836Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:941-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThe rotating NH skills practice session continues.June 24t h\, was Pawtuckaway Lake from the Fundy Cove boat launch.\nJuly 1st was Ho okset by the dog park.\nJuly 8th was Odiorne (Portsmouth).\nJuly 15th was cancelled because of weather.\nThe location for July 22nd is Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.See the \"NH skills practice sessions?\" thread for the la test discussion.\n DTSTART:20140722T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NH skills practice session - Robinson Pond DTSTAMP:20140709T122244Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:940-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="billvoss":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nUpdate: The weather prediction has cancelled the July 15th session.The rotating NH skills practice session continues.June 24th\, was Pawtuckaway Lake from the Fundy Cove boat launch.\nJuly 1st was Hookset b y the dog park.\nJuly 8th was Odiorne (Portsmouth).\nThe location for July 15th is Robinson Pond in Hudson\, NH.See the \"NH skills practice session s?\" thread for the latest discussion.\n DTSTART:20140715T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squam Lake Camping DTSTAMP:20140616T211931Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:937-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nPeak foliage will greet us at one of Mother Nature’s mos t scenic freshwater paddling venues. Arrive in time for a 11am launch\, F riday\, Oct 3\, at Squam Lakes Association headquarters @ Piper Cove\, 534 U.S. 3\, Holderness\, NH. We’ll make our way to Bowman # 4 group site to set up tents/hammocks/tarps for 2 nites of camping. Pot luck around th e campfire for those who wish to participate Fri nite\, maybe Sat. too. D ay trips TBD\, including a potential hike up the Rattlesnake hills to the north. Consider practicing nite-nav with a Sat. night paddle over to Walt er’s Basin for restaurant dining.This trip will happen if a minimum of e ight ($25/person) and a maximum of 12 ($18/person) paddlers commit to the trip.Your commitment is a $25 paypal or check deposit to me via PM. If we have fewer than 8\, I will cancel the trip and refund your deposit. If we have more than 8\, I will square with you the difference. COMMITMENT DEA DLINE IS SEPT 1. If you end up canceling after that date\, for whatever r eason\, consider your deposit a contribution to SLA\, unless you can find a late-comer to take your spot. Fair enough? \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20141003 ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Annual Muscle Ridge Camping Weekend DTSTAMP:20131003T161837Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:891-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome out and camp/paddle during the most pleasant season! Home Base will be Lobster Buoy Campsites in S. Thomaston\, Maine\, gather ed at the Group Site ($10/head/nite). Arrive Friday\, leave Sunday. Paddli ng options abound: NE to Owls Head\, SE to Muscle Ridge\, or SW to Port Cl yde. Anyone down for a full-moon nite paddle? Typical pot-luck evening buf fet (proper attire please) for those so inclined to participate. Post inte rest here or PM.See inaugural trip report beautifully captured by Pru: htt p://www.nspn.org/...?showtopic=8956gary\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140919 RRULE:FREQ=weekly;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20140921T00000Z ATTENDEE;CN="gyork";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Wilson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Skills & Stupid Kayak Tricks Session DTSTAMP:20140618T153003Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:939-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Lbeale":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThese skill sessions based on Walden's time frame for clos ing. Cost is $5.00 for park fees or season ticket for $35.00. Meeting pl ace is boat launch. People start to arrive around 5:00 --See you on the w ater at Walden !!!\n DTSTART:20140618T223000Z RRULE:FREQ=weekly;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20140911T03000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downeast Paddle Retreat\, Bar Harbor DTSTAMP:20140604T233945Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:933-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nDowneast Paddle Retreat\; Mount Desert Island September 5- 8. Rob Hazard\, Ed Lawson and I are planning a kayak gathering in Mount D seert island on the weekend after Labor Day\, the days of Sept. 5-8.Mount Desert Island in early/mid September is a splendid location with great paddling opportunities at the best time of the year. Several years ago t here was a Downeast Symposium on that weekend. We had an idea of a gather ing with something of the mood of this event\; not a professinial training but rather a gathering of kayakers. For paddling great location at a gre at he best time of year Ed \, Rob \, Barb Kraft\, and I have all paddled in the area and are knowledgeable about it. And are prepared for a paddli ng schedule of two trips a day\, based on interest and numbers. The mos t popular locations are the Porcupines\, a chain of Islands right off of Bar Harbor with all sorts of paddling options from rocks and ledges to just scenic touring\, the Cranberry Islands on the south end and the area of Bartlett Sound and Pretty marsh on west side of the island L2 \, or c rummy day options include Long Lake\, Eagle Lake\, Long Pond and pretty M arsh near Bartlett Sound Friday Sept. 5:L3 Cranberry IslandsL3-4 Porcupine islandsL2 Long Pond or Eagle Lake\, Pretty Marsh area near artlett Sound Saturday Sept 6L3-4Porcupine islandsL3 Seal Cove and Bartlett IslandL2 op tions: Long Pond or Eagle Lake\, Pretty Marsh area near Bartlett SoundSun day Sept 7L4 Ironbound Island/Egg Rock L3 Porcupines L2 : Long Pond or Ea gle Lake\, Pretty Marsh area near Bartlett Sound Monday Sept 8 L4 Sullivan Falls\, (group permitting) an awesome inland tidal area on the Sulli van River about 40 minutes north of Bar Harbor \, a great spot of practic e in eddies\, currents and standing waves\, If group management and skil l level permits\, options for a safe and fun session here are possible. Op tions for accommodations range from cottages near Hadley Point\, the Hadle y Point campground or\, or other campgrounds and accomodations around th e island.Its also a full moon\, so a night paddle through the Porcupines i s inevitable! This event is posted in the calendar. Please RSVP in the ca lendar posting or send a PM PeterB with questions\, interest. We'll de velop an information sheet wit details on the event and the area\, to sha re with RSVPs as plans develop . \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140905 ATTENDEE;CN="Robin-HG";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Cath";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bbjorn";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Katherine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="...";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="eneumeier";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jwhipple";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Gcosloy";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lisa";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glenster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squam Lake Camping DTSTAMP:20140616T212303Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:938-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="gyork":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nPeak foliage will greet us at one of Mother Nature’s mos t scenic freshwater paddling venues. Arrive in time for a 11am launch\, F riday\, Oct 3\, at Squam Lakes Association headquarters @ Piper Cove\, 534 U.S. 3\, Holderness\, NH. We’ll make our way to Bowman # 4 group s ite to set up tents/hammocks/tarps for 2 nites of camping. Pot luck aroun d the campfire for those who wish to participate Fri nite\, maybe Sat. too . Day trips TBD\, including a potential hike up the Rattlesnake hills to the north. Consider practicing nite-nav with a Sat. night paddle over to Walter’s Basin for restaurant dining. This trip will happen if a minimu m of eight ($25/person) and a maximum of 12 ($18/person) paddlers commit t o the trip.Your commitment is a $25 paypal or check deposit to me via PM. If we have fewer than 8\, I will cancel the trip and refund your deposit. If we have more than 8\, I will square with you the difference. COMMITME NT DEADLINE IS SEPT 1. If you end up canceling after that date\, for what ever reason\, consider your deposit a contribution to SLA\, unless you can find a late-comer to take your spot. Fair enough? \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20141004 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squam Lake Navigation Paddle DTSTAMP:20140614T110359Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:936-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nSquam Lake Navigation paddle Sunday June 29thThis will a fun paddle with a focus on enjoying Squam Lake ( like any paddle there)\ , and also on navigation: Squam Lake is scenic\, dotted with islands\, with lots of bite -sized crossings from island to island: a great place to practice navigation by moving from island to island using chart and c ompass. L2 trip which may become L3 trip if there is wind and/or fog. Gen eral plan will be the nickel tour of Squam Lake : Piper Cove to Bowman and Moon islands\, thence to “The Yards” and Rattlesnake Cove \, and r eturn via Long Island and the Three Sisters . Loat plan is flexible. Tota l trip distance will be about nine miles. Meet at the Squam Lake Associat ion Parking Lot at Piper CoveGather at 10:45 for an 11:00AM launch. Th ere is a parking/launch fee of $5 at this location.Unload boats and pay fe e at the shed down by the boat launch \, and park in the lot up the hill next to the Squam Lakes Assoc. office The Squam Lake chart can be purchas ed inside at the office\, This is a unique chart\, created by Bradford Wa shburn\, a famous mountaineer\, amateur cartographer\, and long time pre sident of the Museum of Science\, who lived on Squam Lake. I'll have a few duplicates\, but this chart is invaluable for anyone planning future p addles on Squam Lake. Please RSVP (\"I'm attending\") here in this calend ar posting \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140629 ATTENDEE;CN="Dave M.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:July 4 Fireworks paddle \, Esplanade\, Charles Ri DTSTAMP:20140609T194054Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:935-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThe best way to see the Boston Fireworks is by kayak on th e Charles River. we can get right up to the edge of the boaters perimeter for unquestionably the best seat in the house. Meet and Launch from Magazi ne Beach in Cambridge\, ( time TBD) paddle down the Charles to the Esplana de\,watch the fireworks and paddle back when fireworks are over. Boat traf fic is no big worry: the event is well policed and boater conduct enforced : Parking and unloading boats will need to be planned well in advance. det ails TBD Best plan is to unload boats at Magazine Beach several hours in advance \, have someonein the group mind our boats boats\, and go find a parking spot in the streets behind Memorial Drive . stuff to bring\"a li ghtcag or rain parkatow belt if you have one (can come in handy rafting up or even helping others\,paddlewear sited for the evenings temperatures\, \; we'll be sitting our bats for a few hours.food or snacks Please RSVP h ere in the calendar posting. Also email me at pbrady at neaq.org. We'll get a group email together to share details about meeting\, unloading boa ts and parking beforehand . Peter \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140704 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:L2 - L2+ Tour of the Beverly Coastline DTSTAMP:20140526T045605Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:928-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="bbjorn":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nA leisurely paddle along the attractive coastline of Bever ly Mass. Launch at the town boat ramp at the E end of Water St. near the bridge to Salem and follow the coast northeast\, passing several parks and numerous beaches interspersed with rocky headlands. The turnaround point will be flexible and determined by the group. If everyone is feeling ene rgetic we could go as far as West Beach for a round trip distance of 7-9 m iles.This trip is highly weather dependent and will be done only if condit ions are mild and consistent with L2 skills.For full details and to RSVP\, see the trip posting on the Trips and Events forum.Blaine Bjornstad\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140614 ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jonathan Z";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Mforti";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Walden Pond Skills & Stupid Kayak Tricks Session DTSTAMP:20140606T200734Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:934-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Lbeale":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome join us for the 1st Walden Pond Skills &\; Stupid Kayak Tricks Session of the Year.Meet at the Boat ramp between 5:00 - 5:30 pm and leave at twilight or when they yell at us to get off the water.Sea son Pass are available at the office or it is $5.00 entry fee.\n DTSTART:20140611T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN 2014 Solstice L2+ paddle DTSTAMP:20140602T212809Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:930-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nSolstice Paddle Level 2+
Saturday\,This is one of the th ree traditional trips that are part of the NSPN Solstice Paddle on June 21st in Marblehead The 

L2+ Solstice Paddle is for people who are g ame for a bit more exposure and longer mileage than the L2 trip\, which s tays in the protected areas around Marblehead Harbor\, but prefer somethin g more mellow and shorter mileage than the L3 paddle\, which usually goes over to Bakers island.
Meet at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead\, 10:00 for beach briefing\, and a 10:30 launch: we will initially meet together with the L2 group \, and probably launch together. Rob Hazard\, Blaine Bjorn stat \, Leslie Beale and Peter Brady will be assisting the L2 and L2+paddl es. We'll determine where we are needed at the beach briefing. Beach Bri efing 10:00 ( boats and gear at the beach and ready to paddle at 10:00) an d 
launch at 10:30. 

We will proceed to the mouth of Marblehead Harbor where we will part ways with the L2 group and \, depending on the weather\, group size and preferences\, either cross Salem Harbor to the Wi llows\, where we’ll stop for lunch\, and return by the same route\, or w e will cross to Children's play and stop there for lunch\, and return by t he same route.The total mileage will be about 8 Naut. miles. 
Depending on group size\, we have a number of options: if group size is small we can combine with the L2 paddle\, if group size is large we will stick to the L2+ float plan. 
We'll return to Devereaux Beach by @ 3Pm \, to get our boats squared away and get changed for the grand potluck under the pavili on at Devereaux Beach. just across the road from Riverhead Beach. 

Pl ease RSVP here in the calendar posting ( ox in upper right : I'm attend ing') you can PM either Peter Brady or Rob Hazard if you have questions about the trip. 
Looking forward to seeing you! . \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140621 ATTENDEE;CN="Connie Dawson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BLConaway";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Beth M";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bduplisea";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="chetpk";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rveelenturf";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="alcoons";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Solstice Paddle L2 Trip DTSTAMP:20140602T215138Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:931-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nSolstice Paddle Level 2 Saturday\, June 21st This is one of the three traditional trips that are part of the NSPN Solstice Paddle on June 21st in Marblehead The 
L2 Solstice Paddle is for people who are would like to paddle in the protected areas around Marblehead Harbor. Te L2+ paddle ventures a bit further\, past Marblehead Harbor and across t o the Salem Willows and back. 
Meet at Riverhead Beach in Marblehead\, 1 0:00 for beach briefing\, and a 10:30 launch: we will initially meet toget her with the L2+ group \, and probably launch together. Rob Hazard\, Bla ine Bjornstat \, Leslie Beale and Peter Brady will be assisting the L2 and L2+paddles. We'll determine where we are needed at the beach briefing. 
Beach Briefing 10:00 ( boats and gear at the beach and ready to paddle at 10:00) and 
launch at 10:30. 

We will proceed to the mouth o f Marblehead Harbor where we will part ways with the L2+ group and \, expl ore the area around Dolliber cove and the outer reaches of Marblehead Har bor. Depending on conditions and group preference. The total mileage will be less than 7 Naut. miles. 
Depending on group size\, we have a number of options: if group size is small we can combine with the L2+ paddle\, i f group size is large we will stick to the L2 float plan. 
We'll return to Devereaux Beach by @ 2:30 to 3PM \, to get our boats squared away and get changed for the grand potluck under the pavilion at Devereaux Beach. just across the road from Riverhead Beach. 

Please RSVP ( the box in the upper right: \"I'm attending') here in the calendar posting you can PM either Peter Brady or Rob Hazard if you have questions about the trip. 
Looking forward to seeing you! . Like This\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140621 ATTENDEE;CN="JohnN";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chebacco Lake Practice Session DTSTAMP:20140527T234503Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:929-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Hazard":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nNSPN Chebacco Lake Practice Session Thursday afternoons fr om 5pm until dark\, weather permitting.This is a practice and skill-sharin g session\, with a focus on safety and rescues\, but also including genera l boat handling skills\, rolling\, and the ever-popular Stupid Kayak Trick s.Please bring boat\, paddle\, PFD\, sprayskirt\, and dress suitable to wa ter temperature\, (drysuit or wetsuit).Chebacco Lake is in Hamilton/Essex\ , MA. Take Rt 128 to Exit 16\, Pine St\, Manchester\, then follow road no rth ~ 1 1/2 mi. Boat ramp will be on your right.\n DTSTART:20140612T220000Z RRULE:FREQ=weekly;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20140925T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Ladies Paddle (aka mens stalking trip) DTSTAMP:20140517T010009Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:924-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Katherine":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nWe will launch in Gloucester @ 11\, Beach briefing @ 10:30 \, meander down the coast to the beach in Magnolia\, have lunch and return .\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140608 ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="brandy2057";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED :forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Lallen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Deborah Wilson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="L.Yuen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dirish";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Shari G";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Suz";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BLConaway";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:L1-L2 paddle through Ipswich R. Wildlife Sanctuary DTSTAMP:20140526T022914Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:927-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="bbjorn":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nExplore the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield\ , Mass. This is a beautiful\, unspoiled river with a variety of birds\, b eavers and other wildlife. A perfect way to get comfortable in your boat before venturing offshore. The river meanders for several miles through t he sanctuary giving us lots of practice in turning\, edging\, and boat con trol while enjoying the surrounding natural beauty.See TRIPS and EVENTS Fo rum for further details. Please RSVP here if interested.Blaine Bjornstad\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140531 ATTENDEE;CN="Ann Shepardson";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCE PTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="dcycleman";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bbjorn";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JulieC";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="L.Yuen";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2014 NSPN Solstice Paddle and Potluck DTSTAMP:20140523T030520Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:926-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nCome celebrate the beginning of summer with NSPN!This is o ur traditional beginning-of-Summer club paddling event\, and is held at Riverhead Beach in Marbehead\, finishing with a pot luck party under the pavilion across the street acrss the road at Devereux Beach Traditionally this event consists of three paddling trips of differing levels\, all lea ving in the morning from Riverhead Beach in Marblehead\, breaking en route for packed lunches\, and returning in the afternoon (around 3-3:30PM) fo r a potluck at the pavilion on Devereaux Beach. Various trips will be pos ted by members on the Trips forum. We have have a L2\, a L2+\, and a L3 tr ips that day .... The L3 trip: beach briefing at 9:30\,launch at 10::00: t his trip leaves the earliest and goes the furthest: a traditional destinat ion is Bakers Island. The L2+ trip : beach briefing at 10:00\, launch at 1 0:30.. LIkely destination will be Salem Willows or Children's Island.the L 2 trip : beach briefing at 10:00PM\, launch at 10:30 AM.: This group and s tays within Marblehead Harbor and Dolliber Cove. The L2 and L2+ trios may be cmbined based on group makeup and interest: If both L2 and L2+ groups a ll trips return around 3-3:30PM Postings and details for each trip will b e on the trips forum\, and here on the calendar. Please RSVP with the Tr ip Initiator of the one you trip to attend.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140621 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seabrook Harbor Surf Session DTSTAMP:20140520T010138Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:925-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Bill H":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThursday Nights 6 PMThis is a free form skill session to p ractice surfing with sea kayaks. Most weeks we will paddle under the bridg e towards Hampton Beach. (to the north) A note to all\, there can and will be strong currents when paddling out to the ocean or returning to the har bor. For your safety\, if you're not a strong paddler\, come on a day wher e the tides are outgoing when we leave\, and incoming when we return to ma ke it easier.If there are no waves\, we will work on self and assisted res cues\, towing\, and other basic kayak skills. Some people may arrive earli er to get more time surfing.Put in is at Seabrook Harbor (NH)\, on the Sea brook side of the Hampton Bridge Rte 1A in the large parking lot (Bay Side ). There is a restroom which is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The p arking area is FREE with easy access to a sandy beach launch. As days beco me shorter\, launch times may be earlier.All people attending must be wear ing a pfd and sprayskirt. Most of us wear a helmet. Other safety items to consider bringing are a bilge pump and paddle float. Check the water temps before leaving and dress appropriately.See you on the water\,Bill Harter \n DTSTART:20140529T230000Z RRULE:FREQ=weekly;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20140829T20000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Currents and Wave Play DTSTAMP:20140516T123053Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:923-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis is an L3 trip to play in an area with currents and st anding waves. Location to be determined but on MA or NH coast.Please emai l me at cathyfolster at Verizon dot net if you are interested.The trip is limited to 5 people total\, and 3 are already signed up.Launch around 9 :30am return around 3:30pm.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140824 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN CAM Workshops : On-the-Water 1 DTSTAMP:20140303T232716Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:920-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis is the the third of four NSPN CAM sessions\, and th e first of two on-the-water sessions.(see the posting \"NSPN 2014 CAM work shops) in the trips and events message board forum )This workshop will be held at a location on the North shore between Cape Anne and Portsmouth NH \, location will be selected based on weather and conditions and be announ ced during the week before workshop. Beach Briefings \nEquipment review \ nLaunching and Landing\nBoat Handling review\nTowing (contact tows\, in-li ne tows\, rafted tows)\nBasic Rescues (T-rescue\, paddle float rescue\, et c.)\nMoving on the water\n\n DTSTART:20140518T140000Z DTEND:20140518T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NEW to KAYAKING WORKSHOP DTSTAMP:20131221T144456Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:912-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Doug":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\n\"NEW to KAYAKING WORKSHOP\" Details:Where: Por tsmouth Seacoast Family YMCA\, 550 Peverly Hill Rd\, Portsmouth\, NH 03801 When: Saturday\, May 10\, 2014\, 2 - 4pm\; Pool Session 4:30-7pmFee: WORKS HOP is FREE &\; open to the public. POOL SESSION COST $15 will be appli ed to a free year membership to NPSN and will be used to help cover the co st of the YMCA rental for this venue.Register: Bob Levine ntskw@nspn.orgQu estions: ntskw@nspn.org\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140510 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN Kayak Camping Workshop DTSTAMP:20140411T144510Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:922-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nNSPN members\, please come to the 2014 NSPN kayak campi ng workshop on Thursday April 24th\, 6:30-9:00 PM at REI in ReadingThis y ears workshop will feature Kate Hartland and Suz Hutchinson\, who between them have many years of kayak camping experience\, and who also journe y by kayak differently. So the workshop will offer two unique and valuabl e perspectives: how they plan\, how they pack\, how and where they tra vel \, how they cook and eat\, and how they pack out what they bring. Kate will provide a unique exposition which combines her kayak camping experiences and methods with photographs (which are well known and love d by all of us in NSPN) . Suz will focus on camp cooking\, kitchen and re cipes: she has planned and prepared food for groups as small as one an d as large as 10 and over. We will also have a boat loaded for camping and\, as always\, discuss gear!This workshop will be suitable for paddlers with no experience hoping to get an introduction to kayak camping\, and a lso for experienced kayak campers looking for new or different perspectiv es on kayak campingPlease RSVP on the right side of this calendar posting \n DTSTART:20140424T233000Z DTEND:20140425T020000Z ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="...";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Jeff Charette";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEP TED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bbjorn";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glenster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Yong S";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="spuglisi";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BethS";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="hoppy09";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Gcosloy";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN CAM Workshop: Classroom Session 2 DTSTAMP:20140303T231757Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:919-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis is the second of two NSPN CAM workshops\, and will c over on-the -water trip proceduresThe workshop will be held in a conferenc e room at the New England Aquarium\, Central Wharf\, Boston\, MA 02110Star t time is 9:00 AM : There will be parking on the street nearby (free on S undays) and \, if not available \, there is a parking garage at Internatio nal Place nearby\, for $7.00.We will need to all meet in the lobby of the Aquarium at 9:00 am to as . (Admission to the Aquarium is free and \, a s the workshop is inside(\,at the end of the workshop \, @ 4PM\, you can r emain and visit the Aquarium\, which closes at 6. ) CAM (Common Adventure Model) Overview \nWorking as a Group\nBeach Briefings\nLaunching and Land ing\nMoving on the Water\nPlanning for Contingencies\nDealing with Group I ssues\nIncident Management\n\n DTSTART:20140406T140000Z DTEND:20140406T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN CAM Workshop: Classroom Session 1 DTSTAMP:20140303T231158Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:918-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis is the first of two CAM classroom workshops (see the posting : 2014 NSPN CAM workshops in the Trips and Events forum on the me ssage board) This workshop will cover pre-trip planning and procedures. 1) Trip Goals and Trip Selection 2) Trip Levels and Required Equipment3) Col d Water risks4) Nautical Charts5) Predicting Conditions (weather\, tides and currents\, etc.)6) Route Planning Exercise7) Trip Float Plan8) Risk M anagement &\; Emergency Contact Procedure9) Ocean Access (Put Ins and P arking)\n DTSTART:20140323T160000Z DTEND:20140323T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN CAM Workshops : On-the-Water 2 DTSTAMP:20140303T233012Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:921-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nThis is the the last of four NSPN CAM sessions\, and the first of two on-the-water sessions.(see the posting \"NSPN 2014 CAM works hops) in the trips and events message board forum )This workshop will be held at a location on the North shore between Cape Anne and Portsmouth NH\ , locatio will be selected based on weather and conditions and be announce d during the week before workshop. Paddling in Groups &\; Group Awaren essCapsize situationsTows and rescue practiceAdvanced tows and rescues (sw immer tows\, scoop rescue\, hand-of-god rescue\, etc.)Emergency scenarios\ n DTSTART:20140601T140000Z DTEND:20140601T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2nd Annual Easter Bunny Plunge DTSTAMP:20140227T165011Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:917-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="cfolster":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nLast year\, with Robert Folster’s encouragement\, a hard y group of NSPN members got together for a cold water practice session on Easter. While it was short\, they had great fun and promised to get toget her the following year and make it an annual event. Thus began the Easter Bunny Plunge.I am initiating this year\, as Robert is out of commission d ue to elbow surgery. This will be a combination paddle/cold water practic e event. You’ll have the opportunity to do some rescues in cold water a nd we’ll do a short paddle too! LOTS of hypo kits and chocolate will be on hand and careful attention will be paid to all paddlers’ condition a nd well-being. This is a CAM paddle (Common Adventure Model or Chocolate Adventure model\, you decide)So bring your bunny ears (really!) and join us for some cold water fun! Extra ears will be on hand for those who don' t have them.We are still determining the location\, but it will most likel y be somewhere between Salem and Ipswich. Details will be firmed up as it gets closerReply here if you intend to go and separately\, please email y our float plan info to me: cathyfolster at verizon dot netThe fine print:L aunch at 10am from XXXPaddle to XXX and have lunch and chocolatePractice r escues\, etcPaddle back to launchApprox. 3pm returnDrysuit and appropriate underlayers are a must for this paddle. Bring your lunch and best to bri ng a hot beverage too. You’ll need cold weather outerwear as well. He re’s an example of what I wear/bring:Warm fleece hat\, fleece flip top m ittens\, down jacket\, warm outer pant layer – worn at launch to unload and pack boat.Paddling:Fleece hat stays on with a cold water cap under it and mittens are traded for neoprene paddling gloves. Pants and mittens st ay in car and down jacket gets packed in boat for lunch. Also packed in b oat are lunch mittens/gloves\, cowl\, storm cag and new dry gloves for aft er lunch. The new dry gloves are not necessary if you keep your paddling gloves between your pfd and drysuit during lunch – they’ll be a little hard to put on\, but will be warm. I also have a complete set of dry clo thing as optional layers or in case of getting unexpectedly wet.At lunch\, first order of business is to get the lunch mittens and cag or down jacke t on. Then out comes the ground pad and lunch!Also have a hypo kit – see this post if you want more information on how to put one together: http: //www.nspn.org/forum/topic/9825-hypo-kit/. Don’t feel overwhelmed by a ll the gear. The start of a good hypo kit is a thermos of hot tea/chocola te/soup/water and a warm jacket/blanket/tarp. Do you have any handwarmers /feet warmers from skiing – those are great! An old yoga mat is a great ground pad. Don’t worry about packability if it’s just a day paddl e – you have plenty of room in your boat on a day paddle. If you don’ t have one and don’t feel you can piece a small one together\, just let me know. We should have plenty on hand from others to care for everyone.\ n DTSTART:20140420T150000Z DTEND:20140420T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NSPN 2014 Trip Planning Session DTSTAMP:20140227T123839Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:916-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nWe would like to get a bit of a head start on the 2014 N SPN paddling season by having a club trip planning session on Tuesday Mar ch March 11th \, 7:00- 9:00 pm at REI in Reading For the past two years we have had a trip planning session at around this time of year \; and f elt that this was a great success\, resulting in a lot of trips on our ca lendar.After the first year when we devoted our March board meeting to t rip planning\, last year year we decided to build on this success by expanding this trip planning session to all NSPN members.So\, If you are a member who would like to post a trip at any time time during this year \, please come to the meeting. Our goal will be to review the calendar ye ar\, review such proposed trips as people bring to the meeting \, and arr ange to post them on the NSPN calendar in the following week. If you wis h to post a trip this year \, please come with your proposed trip! ( c harts or any other info about the trip if you would like to have them) No te: if you are a member interested in trips but who may not be planning t rip yourself you are also welcome\, and members may\, of course post tri ps at any time without coming to this session. General information abo ut your trip that will be helpful :Date of triplocation and general float planthe general nature of the trip (e.g. touring\, camping\, surfing etc) trip levelIf you have a trip planned but are unable to come to the meeting\, please contact a board member or post here with your idea so tha t we may have your trip info at the meeting as well . or you can always p ost your trip on the calendar Members can of course post trips at any time during the year without coming to this meeting! This is just to he lp coordinate trips so that we have some trips on the NSPN calendar in a dvance of the paddling season. We're excited about getting out on the wa ter together and look forward to seeing you.If you have any questions\, re ply here or contact me or any board member by PM. Please RSVP (in the\" I' m attending\" box on the right ) in this posting \n DTSTART:20140312T000000Z DTEND:20140312T020000Z ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Katherine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:“Kayak Navigation: Finding Our Way” by John Huth
 DTSTAMP:20140212T215559Z SEQUENCE:2 UID:914-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="PeterB":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nJohn Huth once again has volunteered to present a workshop to NSPN. This one will be part 2 of \"Kayak Navigation: Finding Our Way \"\, an exploration of navigational methods and how they apply to us a s sea kayakers. 
 
 
 This will be a continuation of John's first workshop on January 26\, and will include full 
trip planning exercise s which include tides and currents and ferrying. “Kayak Navigation: Finding Our Way” by John Huth
 
Sunday\, March 9th 
1:00PM-4:0 0 PM 
 Location: Meeting Room\, REI\, Reading\, MA 
 
This is a bit about the workshop: 
 
“Navigation is a fundamental skill in sea kay aking\, as for many other outdoor activities. For the sea kayaker\, there are specific challenges faced and useful techniques. The increasing rel iance on GPS and electronic devices\, while reducing a level of anxiety\, has also created a mental barrier between the environment and us. Long before Google Earth\, GPS and Global Transit\, humans have traveled long d istances at sea using only environmental cues and simple instruments. This workshop will explore navigational methods and and and how they apply t o us as sea kayakers.” 
 
John Huth is a longtime NSPN member who i s also a professor of Physics at Harvard U. Over the years John has offere d workshops to NSPN which have integrated his skills as a lecturer and researcher of natural phenomena such as weather and waves with his own ex periences as a kayaker\, which drew him to research the world of primitiv e navigation \, and culminated in the publishing of his book The Lost A rt Finding Our Way this past year .
 
This workshop is for MEMBERS ONLY
 
Attendance at the first workshop will be helpful for the atte ndee\, not required . Please RSVP in the Calendar posting for this event . 
 (Go to the calendar posting on March 9th and click \"I'm attending\") We'd like to limit the workshop to around 30 people\, as there is limited table space for the room at REI\, so make sure to RSVP as soon as possibl e. \n DTSTART:20140309T180000Z ATTENDEE;CN="rfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="prudenceb";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED: forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="JohnN";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:foru m@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="cfolster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jmcotton";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="...";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum@ nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Inverseyourself";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="bbjorn";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Joyce Carpenter";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACC EPTED:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="florriej";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="BillyD";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Gcosloy";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:fo rum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="rmpuma04";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="mbhazeltine";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTE D:forum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="jwhipple";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="glenster";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="ssmith";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="spuglisi";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:f orum@nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Doug";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:forum @nspn.org ATTENDEE;CN="Sue H.";CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED:for um@nspn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Drysuit Workshop - Gasket Replacement\, Care DTSTAMP:20140103T193743Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:913-1-e18776ff6b699167971dae2227f669d3@www.nspn.org ORGANIZER;CN="Suz":forum@nspn.org DESCRIPTION:\nDrysuit Workshop to take place at REI in Reading in the co mmunity room in the back of the store. We will start at 6:30 pm and finis h whenever the questions are done but no later than 8:30.Reading REI Store 279 Salem StReading\, MA 01867(781) 944-5103 Please bring your drysuit if you have specific questions about it. Otherwise\, just come armed with yo ur questions. My plan will be to start with the neck gasket change so that it has a bit of time to dry before it goes home with. If there is time\, I will also do a wrist gasket change. \n DTSTART:20140109T233000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR