rossjb1 Posted October 31, 2008 Share Posted October 31, 2008 Who's going out on Sunday 2/2 and where are we going? I'm always up for Manchester by the Sea but I'm open for suggestions. Lets kick around some ideas. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted October 31, 2008 Author Share Posted October 31, 2008 Who's going out on Sunday 2/2 and where are we going? I'm always up for Manchester by the Sea but I'm open for suggestions. Lets kick around some ideas. Ross oops...I meant Sunday 11/2 not 2/2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdkilroy Posted October 31, 2008 Share Posted October 31, 2008 We are definitely getting out on the water Sunday (and Saturday for me). Usually Portsmouth to Maine area but I'd be up to heading south. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted October 31, 2008 Author Share Posted October 31, 2008 We are definitely getting out on the water Sunday (and Saturday for me). Usually Portsmouth to Maine area but I'd be up to heading south. Hey Jon, There has been talk of heading North into Maine. I would be interested in doing some surfing (either playing in the rocks or on the beach). An early start up to Popham possibly? (clocks change on Sunday) Braveboat? Anyone else have ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 An early start up to Popham possibly? (clocks change on Sunday) Braveboat? Anyone else have ideas? NW wind starting tonight through Sunday morning. That might have an impact on surf at Popham. Nov. 15/16 for Braveboat? You might find some folks paddling in Cape Porpoise area on Sunday. May or may not be an area for those more interested in the "sport" facet of seakayaking although I have heard rumors of ledge breaks, various rocky bits, and rollers into the shallow parts from time to time. Ed Lawson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonfouser Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 I'm up for anything Sunday especially the "sport" facet of seakayaking. I don't know the coast of Maine particularly well, yet... But want to know more. I would lean towards beach front surfing. Name the place, I can be there as early as people want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted November 1, 2008 Author Share Posted November 1, 2008 I've not yet been to the Cape Porpoise area. Looks like it could be a nice place to explore. I would be up for that. We could meet up together and break off into pods if folks want to play around in surf or rocks. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdkilroy Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 The tide is fair for tide-dependant trips like 'round Gerrish tomorrow but lets place vote/suggestions today so can decide by this eve where to meet. We can go north or south. (Within reason) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckt Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 come North - the farther north the better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 come North - the farther north the better! How far North is good for you? How far South is OK? Ed Lawson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdkilroy Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 I am heading to waters off Portsmouth shortly; I usually park and launch from Goat Isl. if anyone wants to meet. There is some fairly tame rock gardening around the corner from the breakwater between Little Harbour and Fort Point. Its really nice out right now. Back to check in on tomorrow's paddle later tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted November 2, 2008 Author Share Posted November 2, 2008 I am heading to waters off Portsmouth shortly; I usually park and launch from Goat Isl. if anyone wants to meet. There is some fairly tame rock gardening around the corner from the breakwater between Little Harbour and Fort Point. Its really nice out right now. Back to check in on tomorrow's paddle later tonight. Cape Porpoise it is! We will meet at around 10:00 up there. We have 3 so far, possibly 4. GIve a call 914-489-2673 if any last minute takers. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted November 2, 2008 Author Share Posted November 2, 2008 Cape Porpoise it is! We will meet at around 10:00 up there. We have 3 so far, possibly 4. GIve a call 914-489-2673 if any last minute takers. Ross Not quite sure where we will be putting in. We will be leaving Amesbury at 8:30 (Don't forget to change clocks) so if anyone is interested we could caravan up. Call in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdkilroy Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 Do we have a definite put-in yet? I will call the above # pretty early (0745 +/-) if no reply here. Should be a great day! Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted November 2, 2008 Author Share Posted November 2, 2008 Do we have a definite put-in yet? I will call the above # pretty early (0745 +/-) if no reply here. Should be a great day! Jon Jon good to hear you are joining us. I'm not sure of the put in so give a call in the A.M. Perhaps we can carpool, we are meeting at my house. I'll give directions over the phone. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted November 2, 2008 Author Share Posted November 2, 2008 Jon good to hear you are joining us. I'm not sure of the put in so give a call in the A.M. Perhaps we can carpool, we are meeting at my house. I'll give directions over the phone. Ross It's 9:00 AM We had some cancellations so we are looking to modify our plans to hit the beaches for surfing. Give a call. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 We had some cancellations so we are looking to modify our plans to hit the beaches for surfing. Sorry to hear and hope the surfing was nice. It was a beautiful day after all on the Maine coast. I hope it is as nice for the Gerrish trip in two weeks. Ed Lawson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 It's 9:00 AM We had some cancellations so we are looking to modify our plans to hit the beaches for surfing. Give a call. Ross Do tell - I couldn't come with you either way - house chores. BUT, both wetsand and gomoos indicated flat, flat, flat. What did you see? Suz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccarlson Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Do tell - I couldn't come with you either way - house chores. BUT, both wetsand and gomoos indicated flat, flat, flat. What did you see? Suz Well, at Kennebunk Beach it was, indeed, flat flat flat! Fortunately, we weren't out for the surf ;-) Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEL Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Well, at Kennebunk Beach it was, indeed, flat flat flat! Well, I guess that ruins my stories to Gail of towering seas and desperate struggles to shore. Wait a minute, if we use the horizontal distance the water moved up the beach, then it must have been three foot surf at least.. Ed Lawson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossjb1 Posted November 4, 2008 Author Share Posted November 4, 2008 Well, I guess that ruins my stories to Gail of towering seas and desperate struggles to shore. Wait a minute, if we use the horizontal distance the water moved up the beach, then it must have been three foot surf at least.. Ed Lawson I put this on the trip reports also, thought you might enjoy... Ross Yes indeed the Ocean was serene and calm some might think a bore, the waves gently lapping upon rocks and shore. A soft cool breeze nudging gently our boats, the wind in my ears like musical notes. Blowing with just slight amount of force we would shift our bums to right our course. Hark I see ahead...Surf has come to meet us, it is the wake of Peters fast moving Cetus! I catch a short but thrilling ride, a standing wave forms from the incoming tide. Tipping then bracing to keep from the brink, my low brace keeps me from a salt water drink. On to braveboat but the water was flat, we met Jon and his wife and had a short chat A man of the sea we then happened upon, his beard was white and really quite long. An old time paddler with a custom built ship, for an old guy he really was quite hip. Unbeknownst to me but a hero I soon learned, He once plucked a man from icy water when his boat overturned. He knew the river quite well each turn and each bend, and spoke of it fondly as if it were and old and dear friend. We said goodbye to our companion and began heading back, the current was moving as it was well past slack. Then round Gerrish and a crossing complete, we made it to shore and back on our feet. Good bye to Jason as darkness drew near, Peter and I went to Portsmouth for a well deserved beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 I put this on the trip reports also, thought you might enjoy... Ross Yes indeed the Ocean was serene and calm some might think a bore, the waves gently lapping upon rocks and shore. A soft cool breeze nudging gently our boats, the wind in my ears like musical notes. Blowing with just slight amount of force we would shift our bums to right our course. Hark I see ahead...Surf has come to meet us, it is the wake of Peters fast moving Cetus! I catch a short but thrilling ride, a standing wave forms from the incoming tide. Tipping then bracing to keep from the brink, my low brace keeps me from a salt water drink. On to braveboat but the water was flat, we met Jon and his wife and had a short chat A man of the sea we then happened upon, his beard was white and really quite long. An old time paddler with a custom built ship, for an old guy he really was quite hip. Unbeknownst to me but a hero I soon learned, He once plucked a man from icy water when his boat overturned. He knew the river quite well each turn and each bend, and spoke of it fondly as if it were and old and dear friend. We said goodbye to our companion and began heading back, the current was moving as it was well past slack. Then round Gerrish and a crossing complete, we made it to shore and back on our feet. Good bye to Jason as darkness drew near, Peter and I went to Portsmouth for a well deserved beer. Absolutely fabulous! Thanks for sharing. Suz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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