L2+ Beverly Coastal Exploration

If you're still getting your sea legs and not quite ready to venture farther out from shore, come join me on a leisurely paddle up the beautiful coastline of Beverly Massachusetts. This trip is geared for the level 2+ paddler (for paddle level descriptions see here: http://nspn.org/paddle_levels.htm ).

We will meet at Lynch Park in Beverly at 10:30 Saturday morning and launch from there at 11:00. There is a small parking fee for non-residents. We'll follow the coastline northeast toward Manchester-by-the-Sea at a leisurely 2 - 2.5 knot pace, or whatever pace the group is comfortable with. If conditions are mild and we have enough time and energy, we may make the half-mile crossing out to the beautiful Misery Islands, a perfect lunch stop.

We will plan to arrive back at Lynch park between 4:30 and 5:00 PM.

Note that this trip is weather dependent. The current forecast is for clear skies and moderate breeze from the WSW which means a tail wind in the morning and headwind on the return. If the forecast changes significantly, the location may be changed or the trip possibly canceled. Monitor the trip posting on the Message Boad/ Trips for any updates.

You must have a sea-worthy touring sea kayak, at least 15 feet in length, with spray skirt and PFD. A wetsuit (shortie, farmer john/jane, or full) is recommended, or at least sufficient layers of NON-cotton material to keep you warm if you end up in the water. Bring your lunch, water, snacks and sunblock.

If interested please RSVP on the Message Board /Trips /Beverly L2+ Coastal Exploration and indicate the likelihood of your attending.

Blaine Bjornstad