rfolster Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 Each winter, we make an attempt to hold a conservative trip on New Year's Day to bring in the new year. Some years, this is a little too challenging to do safely, so maybe we just grab a bite to eat and make up some epic stories!! Weather is always a big factor in trip planning for a winter trip, so location will need to be determined as we get closer to the day. Post here if you are interested in going, and join the conversation about how to make it a good day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MATTHEW MCCAMBRIDGE Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 Following! Interested but will depend on timing vs visiting family schedules TBD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Goodman Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 Interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneC Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 I’m in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 (edited) Yes! Weather permitting, my vote would be for a Boston Inner Harbor paddle, launching from Charlestown. A few of us did this last year and it was a terrific day. It was fun chatting with folks walking celebrating the new year along the Harbor Walk. The launch has abundant parking and a super-easy all-tide ramp with a short carry. And for all of you north shore and more northerly types who are spoiled by quick access to the ocean, give us city folks a break for a change and save US the long drive! Prudence Edited December 20, 2021 by prudenceb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 I'd be in if conditions allow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David M Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 (edited) I'd be up for a paddle. Here are the details on the launch that Prudence mentioned. It was a delightful winter paddle. CHARLESTOWN A free, 2-lane ramp can be found on Terminal Street on the Little Mystic Channnel. This urban launch facility—which is also used by duck boats and shown as the “Little Mystic Access Area” on Google Maps—offers ample parking and all-tide, deep-water access to Boston’s Inner Harbor. However, the City of Boston neglected to install a courtesy float, so there is no convenient place to tie up after launching or when you want to haul your boat. Opens at 7:00 a.m.; closes at 11:00 p.m. Edited December 20, 2021 by David M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Charette Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 Interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetL Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 In, weather permitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy Hill Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 Wayne and I are interested if weather cooperates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Harkey Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 John Harkey, of Providence, is interested. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Rechel Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Count me in. I can also vouch for the ease of use of the Little Mystic ramp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NPearson Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 Hi Rob, We / I may be up for this. Keep me in the loop. thanks Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Debski Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 I'm interested! I've never paddled inner harbor.. big vote for Boston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Berkovitz Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Assuming weather holds I will be there! I have done this paddle a few times including last year and it is a fun outing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian McCormack Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 I am intererested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 Forecast looks a lot better for Friday. Do we want to consider a "New Year's Eve paddle"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Cooke Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 I am in and vote for the Charlestown put-in with Prudence and others. Weather permitting of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NPearson Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 I’m free either day Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Goodman Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 I would prefer to choose the better weather day, Friday or Saturday. Boston inner harbor sounds like a fun idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Caivano Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 Yes, I am in. Keep me in the loop please. Boston Harbor is a nice idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted December 27, 2021 Author Share Posted December 27, 2021 On 12/26/2021 at 11:47 AM, Jim Snyder said: Forecast looks a lot better for Friday. Do we want to consider a "New Year's Eve paddle"? We are approaching 20 participants, so I don't see why we couldn't do both. Interested in putting another trip together (probably best as a new posting)? I will be keeping this trip to Saturday. I am not putting a limit on the number for this trip, but instead will look at running in smaller pods to help manage group dynamics on the water. Currently, Saturday is looking like a chance for rain, but temps will be in low 40's, and wind looks to be quite mild if any, so should be manageable. Based on feedback, we will launch from the suggested Charlestown launch, so please familiarize yourself with it's location and how to get there. Starting to think about the timing for the day, we need to take into account the hour+ each way between the launch and the open harbor area, plus time to stop for lunch, so looking a potential 5- or 6-hour day on the water. Sunset is around 4:30ish, and if it is cloudy, it will be dark a little earlier than otherwise, so would like to be back by 4pm at the latest (allowing a margin for safety). With that said, can we plan to be ready to launch by 9:45am? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted December 27, 2021 Share Posted December 27, 2021 Several of us were out today and would like to paddle on Friday bc forecast is for sunny and warm day. I will make a new posting for this! Have fun, New Years Day people! Prudence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted December 28, 2021 Author Share Posted December 28, 2021 Closing this thread to start a new one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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