rfolster Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 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 (be prepared that it is almost always very windy and a bit chilly in the afternoon). Parking at Riverhead should be free, but can be busy with dog walker, SUP rentals, and - oh yeah, a bunch of kayakers! There is alternate parking at Devereaux, but be prepared to pay $15 for the day. Traditionally, we end up with multiple groups on the water doing different trips based on skills and experience. Please review our Trip Levels as a guide line to which group you want to be in. They are guidelines, not hard limits, so if you are unsure, just ask here. This group would be the most conservative, maybe only paddling a couple of miles total for the day. We do require a minimum of a sea kayak (must have active flotation such as bulkheads or float bags), paddle, PFD, sprayskirt, and personal comfort (lunch, water, sunscreen, appropriate clothing, etc). However, if you are lacking something (life jacket, spray skirt, kayak, etc), please post what you might need and we will see if someone has one you can borrow for the day. The discussion in this thread should include when everyone should be completely ready to launch, at which time a group discussion (aka "beach briefing") can begin - maybe around 10:00am?. Needing to manage getting ready during or after the beach briefing can be distracting and cause unwanted delays for the group. It is important that everyone is ready to go at the start of the meeting, so allow yourself enough time to get ready beforehand. Often, there are desires to work on different skills (paddle strokes, rescues, etc) while others just want to be more comfortable on the water. Both can usually be managed simultaneously, but this is not specifically a training or coaching session, but just a paddle with others willing to share what they know. It would be helpful for participants to share what they would like to get out of the day so that proper planning can be done ahead of time. Please post the following if you are interested in attending this pod: - What equipment you might need or confirm what you have - If you can not arrive in time to be ready when needed - If you need to leave before the proposed return time - What you want to get out of the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich zwiercan Posted May 25, 2019 Share Posted May 25, 2019 I am going , set with equipment, lots of fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burc oral Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 How do I register for this event? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 Please post the following if you are interested in attending this pod: - What equipment you might need or confirm what you have - If you can not arrive in time to be ready when needed - If you need to leave before the proposed return time - What you want to get out of the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLConaway Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 I have all the equipment I need. Don't have a helmet. Have neoprene shorts and tank top, but not a full wet or dry suit. I can arrive on time and will leave after attending potluck. First paddle of the season, just working out the kinks. Certainly want opportunities to learn! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted June 20, 2019 Author Share Posted June 20, 2019 Hello L1/L2 group, Saturday is looking like a good day for a paddle! You all know where Riverhead Beach is in Marblehead, right? Parking has historically been free, but it is always good to bring money in case something has changed (Devereaux Beach parking across the street is $15 on weekends). It is supposed to be mostly sunny with highs in the mid-70's, with just a slight chance of a shower. Winds are forecast to be out of the northwest, but if the sun really does make an appearance, then the afternoon southeasterly wind will fight it. Water temperatures are creeping up to the upper 50's, which is definitely in the manageable range. If you can, it might be good to bring clothing options to decide whether to go warmer or cooler at the ramp, but always think about your comfort level should you take an unintentional (or intentional!) swim. We are a pretty small pod, although I expect a fair amount of "adjustments" at the launch as people make final decisions as to what they want to do and where they want to go. We should be ready to get on the water by 10am, at which time we will have a final discussion about the day. In the meantime, are you interested in more of a sight-seeing journey or shorter activities-based trip? The ocean is not supposed to be super active, so we can venture out a bit more to some of the islands, or stay closer to shore and do some maneuvering or even rescue practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Two Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 I'm adjusting fron L3 to L1 after paddling on Wednesday on the ocean for the first time this year. It was fun but I've forgotten a lot since last summer and need to get in better shape. I'm looking forward to tomorrow. Happy to sightsee or practice. Sue PS Why is it called Riverhead? It is the end of Marblehead harbor right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted June 21, 2019 Author Share Posted June 21, 2019 1 minute ago, Sue Henry Morin said: PS Why is it called Riverhead? It is the end of Marblehead harbor right? Huh! I've never thought about that before. I am sure Mike or Joe might know if there is some history behind the name. Anyways, yes, it is at the end of Marblehead Harbor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborah Zabor Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 Considering going. In nh need directions. Have everything but spray skit- have wetsuit though. Used to lots of wind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhabich Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 If Riverhead Beach doesn't show up in your map, use 102 Ocean Avenue, Marblehead, MA. Spray skirts come in different sizes, on the bottom to fit the boat, and on top (the tunnel) to fit you, so borrowing can be tricky. Have you done a wet exit with a spray skirt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborah Zabor Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 I am a florida paddler. Never used a spray skirt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhabich Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 You’re a New England paddler now. I’ll bring a spare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLConaway Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 It's looking 50/50 for me, alas. If I can get organized tonight, I'll be there, but that's looking iffy right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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