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Here's the full letter as published... "In the next ten years, technology will continue its incursion into kayaking. Self driving cars will make shuttles a breeze. Sea kayak decks will be touch screens containing charts and tide data and powered by solar panels infused into the gelcoat. Paddle will be like Fitbits, telling you when to up your stroke rate. Amidst all of these innovations, a small band of kayakers will flee to an island off the west coast of British Columbia, where they'll outlaw beeping devices and paddle NDK Romanys, which will remain as unchanged as ever. Eventually, they will secede and form their own country, use hatch covers as currency and read this magazine in hard copy instead of online. I will be one of them." Neil Schulman, Conservationist and Sea Kayaking Instructor 2019 Annual PADDLING BUYER'S GUIDE, page 204

Keith Attenborough (Hi folks) will be leading the annual cold water workshop, replacing Suz Hutchinson who is regrettably unable to run the workshop this year. Keith has led this workshop in past years and will share his expertise again. This is a great introduction for paddlers looking to extend their season into the coldwater months, and an excellent refresher/practice day for experienced coldwater paddlers. Folks who've been winter paddling will talk about their experiences, their favorite gear (it's show and tell time), and exchange info on how they deal with cold weather, cold water and staying warm. If you're just starting, this is a great opportunity to ask questions - just remember, paddlers love to talk - your challenge will be getting them (me) to shut up. This free workshop will start at 10am on Saturday, October 15. Participants (that's y'all) will have the opportunity to dunk test your cold water gear in the Parker River from the NKC dock, and to get some practice with self and assisted rescues while fully geared up. If you have a drysuit, bring it along for use in the class. If you’d like to borrow a drysuit, some will be available, but please be sure to reserve in advance. Contact Newbury Kayak and Canoe (www.newburykayak.com) for more details.

Newbury Kayak and Canoe, in conjunction with Lincoln Canoe and Kayak of Amesbury, is hosting our first Boat Swap! Participants can register early by going to newburykayak.com and download the registration form. All items must be in good shape and safe for use. Only kayaks, canoes, SUP and gear will be accepted. Drop off is at 9:00 on October 8th, please let us know if you need any special assistance by calling 978-465-0312 This event is Oct 8 - 10, from 10:00 - 5:00

Newbury Kayak and Canoe, in conjunction with Lincoln Canoe and Kayak of Amesbury, is hosting our first Boat Swap! Participants can register early by going to newburykayak.com and download the registration form. All items must be in good shape and safe for use. Only kayaks, canoes, SUP and gear will be accepted. Drop off is at 9:00 on October 8th, please let us know if you need any special assistance by calling 978-465-0312 This event is Oct 8 - 10, from 10:00 - 5:00

Please join us Feb. 24 at 6:00 for our first free movie night. We also want your help picking which movie will be our first in this series. Go to our website and view the trailers, post your pick on FB. Then on the day of the movie, pull out the crock pot and make a dish to share (other side dishes also welcome). Lastly, find your favorite beach chair or camp chair and bring it along ( we will also have folding chairs). We are looking forward to seeing you then. The staff at Newbury Kayak and Canoe 978-465-0312

Newbury Kayak and Canoe is hosting a presentation by Warren Parlee and friends, based on his sea kayaking trip to Alaska. Please join us on November 2nd at 6:30. Refreshments will be served. Mention to us that you brought a friend and get a free t-shirt!

Newbury Kayak & Canoe added the Trak Seeker to our inventory. The Seeker ST 16 is the only high performance kayak that folds into a pack. The hydraulic design in the frame allows the paddler to change the hull shape to address wind and water conditions. Assembles in 10 minutes, stores in rolling bag. Available at the shop for sale or demo, contact the store for more details: 978-465-0312 newburykayak@gmail.com

Thanks Katherine! I hope you will stop by sometime to visit.

Newbury Kayak and Canoe, formerly Fernald's, on the Parker River is under new ownership and ready to help with your paddling needs. We carry Wilderness Systems, Perception, Dagger and Current Design kayaks. Our canoe line includes models from Grumman and Mad River Canoe. We are also very excited to offer SUP from Boardworks, SpeedboardUSA and Riviera. Naturally, we have all the needed accessories too. Our future plans include offering rentals and eventually instruction at the waterfront. Please check us out at www.newburykayak.com I invite everyone to stop by and visit. I hope to be able to offer the location for meetings and presentations once we get settled in. Regards, Sandy Gilbert 978-465-0312