kate Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 A solo week-long trip to Fortune Bay, on the south coast of Newfoundland. One hundred paddling miles of cliffs, waterfalls, sunsets, fog, bald eagles, islands, and wind. Trip ReportKate Hartland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Another stellar trip report! You trip reports are always a great read! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leong Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 I love it. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Wow, what a week you had!I just read through it over breakfast.A very long breakfast...Thanks for sharing it with us all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 (edited) Kate,I very much enjoyed reading your trip report. There is great clarity to your decision making. I can see where that skill serves you well. I particularly enjoyed your paragraph which discussed how rolling skills should be incorporated into your safety planning. I share that perspective.Interestingly, prior to completing my Alaska trip I always read your trip reports feeling I do not completely feel and understand all the unique aspects of longer trips in remote locations. Now I understand.What struck me the most were the many similarities and differences with our journeys. Travel logistics, bear safety, bug management, water collection, tidal range concerns, camp site selection, geology, bald eagles, storm beach, dramatic landscapes, tarp, go-to knots and storm surge.I also very much enjoyed your discussion on gear. As we know, a trip is not all about gear. However, the wrong selection can be annoying at best. Of course, when your selection is spot-on you smile. I sense you experienced many smiles during your trip.Warren Edited September 19, 2014 by Warren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 19, 2014 Author Share Posted September 19, 2014 Warren, thanks for your comments. It does become richer as we gain a breadth of experience with both remote camping and kayaking. So you are building up your own bank of knowledge. Digging into that bank is part of what I really enjoy about these trips, recognizing what I've gained over the years of kayak-camping, using it for this new location and situation. And of course there's always an unexpected new learning experience to assimilate....Unfortunately I can't offer you much in the way of how leadership skills were developed on this trip, which I believe is a current interest for you. Anarchy reigned. We navigated on the whim of a moment. k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Kate:Thank you for the wonderful way you have shared your journeys.Ed Lawson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulieC Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 I am now dreaming of new journeys... thank you for sharing yet another lovely report. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtyang04 Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Your Newfoundland trip reports are very helpful since Newfoundland is on my list. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inverseyourself Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Thanks for a truly outstanding trip report. I am utterly impressed!Your pictures have stirred an appetite in me to paddle Fortune Bay, although most likely not solo. I'll consult you for even more details once I'm ready Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 19, 2014 Author Share Posted September 19, 2014 Andy, Just bring me along!k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 19, 2014 Author Share Posted September 19, 2014 I tried to edit the original post to add what I would be deeply remiss to leave out:special thanks to Phil Allen, for loaning me his SPOT device (again!); to Suz Hutchinson for giving me last-minute assistance with dry suit gasket replacement (truly above and beyond the call, to the point of offering me a loaner if needed); and to my dear husband Mark for not hesitating a moment before telling me, "Wow, I think that will be a great trip. Go do it!" while he stayed home and took care of things there.No trip is truly a solo trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Wow! Fantastic!pru Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Kate,You mentioned seeing otters. Were they sea or river otters or both? See any Puffins or seals?By the way, one of the paddling buddies in Alaska wore the same socks and loved them. He only had one pair of paddling shoes for both water and land and it worked very well. Like yourself, he had dry happy feet.Warren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Millar Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Loved your trip report, Kate, and I especially liked the format you used.Newfoundland has been "on the list" since I first put a paddle in the water.Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gcosloy Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Kate, just as you were justifiable sorry when your trip had ended I was sorry when my reading of your report had ended. Your report is not just a beautiful personal document but an inspiration for others. Multi day camping by kayak is something that I have reservations about, particularly because of the amount of energy necessary to set up and take down camp each and everyday. However after finishing your report and viewing your awesome photos of a magical place I must paraphrase Shakespeare's Henry the fifth, that we who stayed in our beds the days that you paddled Fortune Bay, Newfoundland shall feel ourselves cursed that we did not join you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 Kate,You mentioned seeing otters. Were they sea or river otters or both? See any Puffins or seals?By the way, one of the paddling buddies in Alaska wore the same socks and loved them. He only had one pair of paddling shoes for both water and land and it worked very well. Like yourself, he had dry happy feet.WarrenI believe they were river otters, which it seems are around in large numbers in that part of Newfoundland. No puffins, I don't think they are in that part of the world. I saw 2 seals, which is two more than I've seen anywhere else while paddling in Newfoundland. I suspect the fishermen "discourage" them.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 Kate, just as you were justifiable sorry when your trip had ended I was sorry when my reading of your report had ended. Your report is not just a beautiful personal document but an inspiration for others. Multi day camping by kayak is something that I have reservations about, particularly because of the amount of energy necessary to set up and take down camp each and everyday. However after finishing your report and viewing your awesome photos of a magical place I must paraphrase Shakespeare's Henry the fifth, that we who stayed in our beds the days that you paddled Fortune Bay, Newfoundland shall feel ourselves cursed that we did not join you.I could not ask for a better tribute. I'm so glad you enjoyed reading the report. I wonder if it would be worth trying one short trip to see if energy levels are a problem. If you are part of a group, the division of labor might make it less onerous.k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 As always, your trips are an inspiration and your reports a joy to read. Newfoundland is an amazing paddling destination and the beauty and majesty found there make me wonder why I am even considering going somewhere else when the whole of the island still needs to be paddled... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethS Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 What a fantastic and inspiring trip, I've always wanted to to go there, now i know that i must! Thanks so much for sharing, your report is marvelous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shari G Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Kate, what an amazing adventure! You did a fabulous trip report and the photos are breathtaking. Do you mind if I ask what camera you use? Also, if you like to read you should check out The Shipping News, by Annie Proulx. It is set in Newfoundland and the author incorporates the harsh beauty of the island into her story, along with a band of fictional local, quirky characters. Thanks for sharing with us!Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 Thank you, Shari. I'm so glad you enjoyed the report. I have read Shipping News (and seen the movie) - that was shot on the north central coast, if I recall correctlly.I use 3 cameras: a Canon 20D dslr for pre- and post-trip photos (it stays in the car during the kayaking); a Canon G7 which travels in an Otter Box on the kayak deck, for land-based photos; and a Panasonic Lumix waterproof camera which travels in the deck bag for on-water use. Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancysan Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 Great trip photos and report, Kate. Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 This link was recently shared with me: http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/09/newfoundland-cuisine-best-food-canada-travel.htmlLooks like it could add to the travel experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted September 29, 2014 Author Share Posted September 29, 2014 My experiences with Newfoundland cuisine were .... unfortunate. But then, I don't eat seafood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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