gyork Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Level 3 trip that especially welcomes new kayak campers, and a reunion for those of us who don't see each other often enough. Here's a great opportunity for you paddlers who would like to try kayak-camping without the pesky bugs (beware of ticks!). This will be the 8th annual trip to Jewell, which has 2 large side-by-side campsites and a latrine. We typically have 12-15 or so paddlers, but an upper limit has not been established.The Common Adventure Model (CAM) will be adopted The SUGGESTED itinerary is as follows: FRIDAY: Arrive at _____ (multiple launch site options, with each pod working out details privately or on NSPN Message Board under "trips") on Friday, May 20, in plenty of time for a 10:30am launch (HT-1119). If you are new to kayak camping, you may need extra time packing your boat, so plan on arriving no later than 0900. SATURDAY: Agenda TBD-bring your ideas for a day paddle or island activities (HT-1157). Prior trips have included Whaleboat/Little Whaleboat, Potts Harbor, Greens, Eagle, Great Diamond geocaching, Jewell's WW1 and WW2 military installations, and general camaraderie/gourmet foods around the camp fire. SUNDAY: Back to cars via ???? (HT-1233). If you would like to join this group of friendly paddlers, or have any questions about this trip or camping in general, post here. When you can commit, please PM the following information to your specific pod organizer:-Auto color, make, model, and tag# (If Cousins Island please register details with Yarmouth PD).-Contact info, including cell, Es, H,W phone, emergency contact and permission to share with participants. gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Foster Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Does anyone know if any other paddling clubs or groups planning to join us or run their own trips to Jewell that weekend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Foster Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 I'm planning to attend, and will probably launch from Dolphin Cove Marina on Friday and return on Sunday. Looking forward to seeing everyone again this year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 I'm planning to attend, am toying with the idea of a night nav. exercise with arrival on Thursday after dark , perhaps from Portland. Weather dependent of course. If that doesn't pan out I'd most likely go for Dolphin Cove Marina (Harpswell) like Dan : Friday launch, Sunday return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhabich Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 I'll be there. Don't know launches, so I'll follow the herd. Gary, for contact info you ask for a W phone. I don't think I have one of those. Hope it's not a problem for you. It certainly isn't for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 I am planning on going this year, and am intrigued by Peter's idea of a Thursday night nav. Don't know where we can park overnight in Portland. I would still launch from Cousins if anyone else is brave enough. Having trouble justifying an additional hour of drive time to launch from Dolphin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhabich Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 Hmm... Full moon is Saturday evening, close to full Thursday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethS Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 I am planning to go, I am interested in joining a Thurs night crossing group, I'd be willing to launch from Cousins if the weather is calm. I have done some night paddling, but not a lot and don't want to do it in rough conditions (a little bump is OK though). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Hmmm. Night paddle to Jewell on Thursday. Sounds enticing. Launch at South Portland? Ed Lawson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneC Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 Night launch sounds interesting to me as well. Have never done it so if that is a problem for the group I'll go Friday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Foster Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 I, too, am intrigued by the opportunity to paddle by the light of the full moon. But, given the distances and the crossings involved, and the inevitable delays in getting a camping group to launch after a work day, I think I'm going to do my transit to and from Jewell during daylight hours. But I might be game for a sunset or moonlight paddle around Jewell or over to Cliff or Eagle on Friday or Saturday night, if the weather permits and the group was willing. If there is a Thursday night crossing from South Portland to Jewell, I hope you discuss the details here. I'd certainly benefit from hearing how you prepare and plan for a safe night-time crossing. One of my favorite memories from last year's trip was watching a lone paddler slowly appear out of the dusk and paddle his way to our campsite in the last lingering rays of sunset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Dan, In the past, at some point approaching the date of the trip Gary has switched to group emails, as sharing float plan info and participant list among those going seems to work best that way. In that event, the ins and outs of a night nav. approach to Jewell could be shared amongst us in the Jewell island group as the date approaches, as a bit of special planning would be needed. A launch from Cousins or Portland (or Dolphin cove for that matter) on Thursday night is also an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Just took a look and it's about a 32 mile paddle to get to Jewell. It wouldn't be that bad but it's a mid day high and the water will be against me. That and I don't yet know if I will be free for the weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyork Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 21 hours ago, jason said: ....... about a 32 mile paddle to get to Jewell. ....... a mid day high and the water will be against me. Ride the ebb through Hades' portal and arrive Th nite as some are contemplating. It would be great to reunite with one of the original Jewellers. gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillHudgins Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Hi all, I'm interested in leaving from Winslow Park. Does anyone else care to do the same? I have done it twice and I think it's easier than from Cousins Island. Bill Hudgins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inverseyourself Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 I have a really stupid question: Wasn't there an 8th Annual Jewell Trip in May 2015? If so, shouldn't it be the 9th one this year? Or is the trip generally called "8th Annual Jewell Trip"for some reason, no matter how many have taken place before? Just making sure I'll join the right one in case I decide to go :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfolster Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 I believe that you are correct, Andy, and I have changed the title. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy Hill Posted April 20, 2016 Share Posted April 20, 2016 Jane Cobb and I will launch from the Dolphin Marina on Thursday if the weather cooperates. Not sure of arrival time yet, but early enough to get us over to Jewell before dark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yong S Posted April 28, 2016 Share Posted April 28, 2016 I would like to join, pref for Friday Morning launch from Portland area. Please include me in the trip plan discussion if moved to email. (yongeshin@gmail.com) Yong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyce Carpenter Posted April 28, 2016 Share Posted April 28, 2016 I'm planning to attend, arriving on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyork Posted May 1, 2016 Author Share Posted May 1, 2016 Perhaps we should think of spending some time cleaning up Bangs and Crow? I seem to remember that NSPN has adopted/agreed to steward these 2 neighbors? A a reminder-I am a trip initiator, but cannot be an organizer (launch time/location, etc.) as I am typically on the water during the few days leading up to the trip. gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyork Posted May 7, 2016 Author Share Posted May 7, 2016 Last call before a group E is sent Monday to those who have indicated an intention to join this adventure. Please PM me with E address if you plan to come, and have not yet indicated so, either here or via PM. gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted May 7, 2016 Share Posted May 7, 2016 Gary: Just in case there is a problem with PM, just a note to add me to the planning email list. Ed Lawson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brambor Posted May 9, 2016 Share Posted May 9, 2016 Gary, please add me to the mailing list. I'm not sure yet when I will launch but the night paddle sounds like a great idea. Rene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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