Nancy Hill Posted September 25, 2018 Share Posted September 25, 2018 Many years ago the traditional last gathering of the season of Walden Qajaq Society at Walden Pond was the Friday after Thanksgiving. Sometimes the gate was still open and other times we had to wheel our kayaks down to the water on carts. Often it was cold, but after a few refreshing, face numbing rolls one became accustomed to the water temperature. It was a group with SOF kayaks, drysuits and tuiliqs which kept us warm. You don't need a skin-on-frame kayak to join in the fun (but bring one if you have one!), but you do need a way to keep dry and warm if you plan to roll. Please reply here if you are interested. I'll post something a week or so before Thanksgiving if there is enough interest in reviving this custom. Below is a poor quality (it was a long time ago, after-all) video from the day after Thanksgiving in 2009, when I tired the elbow roll for the first time. - Nancy Hill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billvoss Posted September 25, 2018 Share Posted September 25, 2018 I'm interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneC Posted September 25, 2018 Share Posted September 25, 2018 I’m interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted September 25, 2018 Share Posted September 25, 2018 If I'm around, sounds like fun. Tgiving a long way off yet, but plans will firm up as it fets closer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eburgess Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 Interested! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethS Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 I'm interested! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 I had hoped to do this but sadly have to attend a memorial service that day so won't be able to make it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billvoss Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I am still under "No kayaking" orders from my MD because of sciatica. So I will not be attending Black Friday. ? I won't be buying any pool sessions either until my doctor lifts the restriction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy Hill Posted November 18, 2018 Author Share Posted November 18, 2018 Due to the unseasonably cold weather over the coming week, rolling at Walden will have to wait until another year. I wouldn't be surprised if there is ice on the pond by Friday. So, it's hiking instead of rolling. Have a happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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