Walden Wednesday (Plan-B White Pond)

Greenland rolling, euro-paddle rolling, goose-decoy rolling, 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 evenings has something for nearly every kayaker. Come join us. It is on the calendar for 2018 from May 23rd through August 29th, though it

• Concord, Massachusetts, 01742

Chebacco Lake practice sessions

Come join us at Chebacco Lake in Hamilton on Thursdays at 5pm. Practice 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. 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

Hermit island paddling weekend

Hermit Island Paddling weekend A new early-June trip exploring an interesting bit of the Maine coastline This trip will be based out of Hermit Island campground - a nice looking site, right on the shore  The plan in:- Drive up Friday night - car camping day paddles Saturday & Sunday, drive home Sunday The campsite is right on an interesting bit of shoreline so there's

• Hermit island campground, Phippsberg, Maine, 04562

New To Sea Kayaking Ocean Session

12th Annual NSPN New to Sea Kayaking Workshop   Need advice on getting started? Looking for others to kayak with? Wondering which type of kayak is right for you?   Don't miss our annual New to Sea Kayaking Workshop! Learn what equipment you'll need. Learn about safety. Find out what a beginner's trip is like. Discover places that offer classes and specialized training. Discussi

Muscongus Bay Retreat June 15th to 18th

This level 3 trip is for paddlers looking to further explore 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 sleeps 12 with both private and shared rooms with beds. Tent platforms also available for those that would prefer a tent-site. RSV

Solstice Paddle & Potluck

This is our annual summertime social 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 Devereux Beach.  Traditionally, we end up with multiple groups on the water doing different trips based on skills and experience.  Examples would be a 15 mile trip out to Bakers Island for some play in heavier seas around th

Cape Ann Paddle - All Welcome

For the last day of June, let's enjoy the true paddling high season with a paddle from Lanes Cove towards the Annisquam, stopping at the Annisquam Harbor Light for a scenic break and (dependent on appetite for distance) riding the flood current into the Annisquam and Jones Rivers for a saltmarsh ramble. This paddle is open to NSPN members of all skill levels including recent participants in t