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  1. Solstice paddle update !

    The Solstice is a traditional NSPN event . There are three paddles: a level 3 Trip, a level 2+ Trip, and a level 2 Trip.

    All trips leave from Riverhead Beach, Marblehead.

    Level 3/3+ Trip

    Leaves earliest , is out the longest, goes the farthest.

    Beach briefing at 10:00 AM

    Level 2+ Trip

    Is in between, traditionaly goes to Salem Willows and back.

    Something for everybody!

    Beach briefing at 10:30

    Level 2 Trip

    Stays in protected waters, usually around the Dolliber cove area, and leaves latest.

    Beach briefing at 11:00 am

    All trips will be under the CAM model

    As was the plan last year, we will avoid large groups on the water, so each level trip will be prepared to break into smaller groups/ "pods" , preferably @ 8 paddlers each group. That will be sorted out during the beach briefing. Be ready for the day (dressed for the water , with boat and personal gear ready) at the time of the beach briefing.

    Paddles return 3 PM-ish, after which people get dressed, square away boats and gear , and filter across the road to the pavilion on Devereaux beach for the Grand Potluck. Bring good food and strong beverages!

    Looking forward to seeing everybody!

  2. Looks like I won't be able to head out till after 3:00. I will probably head to Salisbury beach as it will be low tide and there are decent waves out there at that time. We'll get together sometime and you can try out my WW boat in the surf. It is a blast. Have fun and be safe tomorrow. :D

    Ross

  3. Emilie and I are planning to arrive at Jenness around 9:30. We'll need to pull out of the water around 2:30 for an afternoon/evening engagement. We may put in at Rye Harbor and paddle over to the beach.

    Hey there. I was out there this evening and the waves have grown and predictions are that they will be getting bigger so be careful. I brought my short boat as I figured my long boat would just be too much work. If you stay to the north part of the beach the waves are sometimes a little more tame but the shore is slightly rocky (not too bad though). They are also fewer surfers out there. Probably not a bad idea to put in at Rye as parking is sometimes a problem. I may join you in my short boat.

    Ross

  4. BUT did anyone catch some surf today?

    Absolutely! Beautiful evening of surfing with Emilie and Tyson! Moon watching over head, sunset obscured by the dark western looming clouds. Did my first endo (not as scary as they look)! Caught some Really nice waves. :D

    Ross

  5. Where is that beach? Hey you the Ross I met last night? Now I know who Papa yurtman is (?)

    Yes that was me. Jenness beach is a great spot for surfing just have to be respectful of the "real" surfers and bring some change for the parking meters. Its up 1A NH in Rye. I'll be out there rain or shine.

    Ross

  6. MTI makes children's PFD's, Kokatat makes paddling jackets and the Super Nova suit for kids.

    I can't help with the baby monitor/VHF but as far as the day hatch modifcations, go for it, it's better than putting her in the rear hatch.

    Would a Baby Bjorn interfere with your forward stroke? :haha:

    Michael looks like you've been doing your research :rolleyes:

  7. Ross,

    Saw this at the paddle-fest in Cambridge with Blaine and Sunny last winter:

    http://www.necessaryjourneys.ca/findingfarley/index.html

    Note the toddler, and the dog!

    The movie was excellent and made me want to read Farley's books. Actually for me it wasn't the water that gave pause, but the biting bugs they encountered.

    Bob

    yeah that looks exciting, an author whose books I have read! thanks for the post!

    Ross

  8. Come learn the basics of kayak camping with our own Michael Crouse. He'll talk about packing the boat, what gear to bring, tips and tricks, and we'll do some cooking. Gould Barn Saturday April 24th starting @ 10:00.

    Check out Michaels description below Thanks Michael ;)

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