djlewis Posted August 2, 2007 Share Posted August 2, 2007 We have a small crew paddling early out of Woods Hole on Sunday, Aug 5, bound for Martha's Vineyard and then back early afternoon to play in the current and standing waves in the Hole. 13-15 nm altogether, with strong currents at several places, mostly -- but not always -- in our favor. If interested, contact me for details -- djlewis at triadic dotty commie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milton393 Posted August 2, 2007 Share Posted August 2, 2007 David, I would love to join but I have a prior day kayak trip in the Woods Hole area (just not going to Vineyard though). Do you expect this trip to be more difficult than last one we did on the circumnavigation of Monomoy Islands? Peter Impex Montaux Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djlewis Posted August 2, 2007 Author Share Posted August 2, 2007 Hi, Peter -- The Vineyard trip should be similar in difficulty to the Monomoy circuit, though a bit shorter (13-15 nm). Instead of the 500m portage at Monomoy, the Vineyard trip will have a couple of short stretches of paddling hard against significant current. But mostly the current will be on our tails. Of course, that's all pending conditions, presently "SW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft, a chance of showers and tstms in the afternoon". Playing in the current and wakes/waves in Woods Hole is a thing of its own. But if it's more than you want, you can pick a spot with lesser demands, sit on the beach and watch, or just paddle back, since it's close to the put-in. --David. PS: I see that CRCK is running their "advanced ocean skills" in WH on Saturday. That's a good class, and will do skills in current all day. This trip is a combo of medium-length crossings and a bit of play in current and probably bigger water than CRCK will tackle. Plus it's free ;-)) Nothing stopping you from doing both, of course -- they will be somewhat complementary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milton393 Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 David, Thanks for your encouragement. So I will come unless I'm too tired from Saturday's event. Please send me info on the put-in and time. Peter Impex Montaux Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 Just a note to say that I will be launching with this group but NOT doing the crossing to the Vineyard. Instead I will be poking around Bull Island, maybe the Weepeckets, Oncatena, etc. until the group returns to play the currents at Woods Hole. Anyone who prefers a more leisurely pace is welcome to join me. Kate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbeale Posted August 3, 2007 Share Posted August 3, 2007 I plan on being there--given length and area--is there any special equipment to bring? les aka swearing ferret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djlewis Posted August 3, 2007 Author Share Posted August 3, 2007 Equipment -- the usual for open water and distant shores -- tow, vhf, plenty to drink, spare paddle; plus, if you have them, kits for first aid, repair, shelter, hypothermia, etc. Oh yes, lunch ;-)) --David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesbennett Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 kate, I would love to join you poking around! I will plan on driving to the area on sat and being at the put in. maryb, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwhipple Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Hi! Depending on how todays' chore list goes (and I will try to make it go away), I'd like to try to join you ... Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesbennett Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 hey Judy, that would be great. I am on my way now..5:30pm sat..will park over night at the Park and ride in the same area as the visitors center off the highway near Plymouth. Plan to leave there at 6:45am.Hope to see you tomorrow. maryb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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