Jeff Charette Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Introducing a New Hampshire practice session. When - Tuesdays - 5pm launch (see dates listed below) Where - Odiorne Point, Rye, NH Launch at 5pm from Odiorne boat launch, Rt 1A, Rye, NH. 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 encourage the lesser experienced paddlers. Bring boat, paddle, pfd, and any gear you would like to practice with, or gear you would like to learn to use. For those who are new to kayaking, and looking for some salt water paddling experience, when conditions allow we can end each session with a short paddling trip. While Little Harbor is a great salt water venue to practice in, it is really only suitable for rolling and rescues 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. Please remember, ocean water in our area will never warm up like the area lakes do. Dress for the water temperature. Dry suits required for the June session. Scheduled dates: 6/20 HT 8:21pm 7/18 HT 6:57pm 8/1 HT 7:25pm 8/15 HT 5:36pm 8/29 HT 5:43pm 9/12 HT 4:18pm 9/26 HT 4:05pm Launch times for these practice sessions will be 5:00pm. If you would like to attend but cannot arrive in time for a 5:00 launch, no worries. When you get there paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayakers. If you plan to attend one or more of these sessions please reply to this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue H. Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Hi Jeff, I will take note of these dates and see if I can join-in. Either way, thanks for providing another venue ! Cheers, Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billvoss Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Hi Jeff, I hope to make some of these sessions. Thanks for starting a new practice session. -Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Me too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcotton Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Great to see this Jeff! I can't make them but it's great to see NH practice sessions. If I end up with a free Tuesday, I'll be there. Janice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gcosloy Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 If my broken rib has healed by then I'll be happy to attend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMonroe Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 I'll be able to make some of these beginning in July. Thank you for setting this up, Jeff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 I will also try to attend some of these sessions Bill H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billvoss Posted June 19, 2017 Share Posted June 19, 2017 Is this on for tomorrow? I think I can probably attend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted June 19, 2017 Author Share Posted June 19, 2017 Weather forecast for tomorrow looks like rain in the morning then clearing in the afternoon, so the Odiorne practice session is still on. I plan to be there a little before 5:00. Hoping to see several others there also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 I might make it tonight, it'll be a last minute decision for me, hope that's ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share Posted June 20, 2017 Odiorne practice session is tonight at 5:00. Weather forecast calls for clearing skies throughout the day. Air temps in the low 80s and water temps in the high 50s, so plan to dress accordingly. All skills levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Hope to see several paddlers tonight. If you would like to attend but can't make it by 5:00, no problem. Paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayaks. HT at 8:21pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 Wish I could join you but it's tall ships today then dinner rez tonite. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billvoss Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 My car is packed. See you this evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share Posted June 20, 2017 Bill, I'll see you there. I plan to arrive around 4:30 to be ready to launch at 5:00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcycleman Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 I'm going to try to make some of these. thanks for setting it up Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share Posted June 21, 2017 The NH practice session at Odiorne Point was off to a good start last night, with 5 paddlers braving the somewhat chilly water. Next session is July 18, and I'm sure the water will be quite a bit warmer by then. Looking forward to seeing several paddlers there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 That was a fun and refreshing time last night. Few better places to spend a weekday summer evening. Thanks, Jeff for setting this up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted July 16, 2017 Author Share Posted July 16, 2017 Practice session at Odiorne Point is on for this Tuesday. The water temp is warming up, 64 degrees. I plan the be there in time for a 5:00 launch. Come out and practice rescues, rolling, and stupid kayak tricks. All skill levels are welcome. Right now the weather looks decent, with clearing skies in the afternoon. I will monitor the weather and post any changes here. If you plan to attend please post interest here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eburgess Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I will join you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billvoss Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I expect to attend. Did you pick a VHF channel Jeff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted July 17, 2017 Author Share Posted July 17, 2017 If you would like to attend, but can't make it by 5:00, no problem. Just paddle out into Little Harbor and look for the kayaks, we should be right off the beach. Or you can reach us on VHF channel 72. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted July 18, 2017 Author Share Posted July 18, 2017 Weather forecast calls for a slight chance of afternoon showers or t-storms. Right now I am still planning for a 5:00 launch, however if the chance for t-storms increases and we need to cancel I will post here before 3:00. If you are planning to attend please check here for updates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 I plan to attend if the forecast is okay. Not likely to make a 5PM launch, but if not I will paddle out and find you all. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mford Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 I will be there on time or early Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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