Rob Hazard Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 Trip Initiator: Rob Hazard The Level 2+ trip will leave Riverhead Beach at 11:00. We will follow the west shore of Marblehead Harbor Northward and around the point into Salem Harbor, then cross Salem Harbor from Naugus Head to Fort Pickering, then follow the shore around to Salem Willows for a beach break. There are restrooms at Salem Willows. We will then return the way we came to Riverhead Beach. The total distance is about 9 NM. If we assume a pace of 3 knots and a half-hour break, that should put us back at Riverhead Beach before 3:00 PM, in plenty of time for the party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
florriej Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Trip Initiator: Rob Hazard The Level 2+ trip will leave Riverhead Beach at 11:00. We will follow the west shore of Marblehead Harbor Northward and around the point into Salem Harbor, then cross Salem Harbor from Naugus Head to Fort Pickering, then follow the shore around to Salem Willows for a beach break. There are restrooms at Salem Willows. We will then return the way we came to Riverhead Beach. The total distance is about 9 NM. If we assume a pace of 3 knots and a half-hour break, that should put us back at Riverhead Beach before 3:00 PM, in plenty of time for the party. Yay! It's great to see a trip I can sign up for, even if I'm the only one going! Thanks Rob! Florrie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancysan Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Trip Initiator: Rob Hazard The Level 2+ trip will leave Riverhead Beach at 11:00. We will follow the west shore of Marblehead Harbor Northward and around the point into Salem Harbor, then cross Salem Harbor from Naugus Head to Fort Pickering, then follow the shore around to Salem Willows for a beach break. There are restrooms at Salem Willows. We will then return the way we came to Riverhead Beach. The total distance is about 9 NM. If we assume a pace of 3 knots and a half-hour break, that should put us back at Riverhead Beach before 3:00 PM, in plenty of time for the party. I might try to make this-- Father's Day, right? Where do you plan to put in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 I might try to make this-- Father's Day, right? Where do you plan to put in? The put in directions can be found at: http://www.nspn.org/put_ins.htm -Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancysan Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 The put in directions can be found at: http://www.nspn.org/put_ins.htm -Jason Thanks. Hal B. and I plan to try to make this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Millar Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 I might try to make this-- Father's Day, right? Where do you plan to put in? The Solstice Paddle is June 27. Deb M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted June 11, 2009 Author Share Posted June 11, 2009 Thanks, Deb, for the clarification. The date is the 27th. We have scheduled the solstice Party a week AFTER the actual solstice, due to Father's Day and conflicts with a couple other paddling events. Sorry for the confusion,Nancy. Cheers, Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancysan Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 Thanks for clarification. It will probably be me, Hal B., and possibly my 15 year old daughter. She has been paddling for a few years, though usually she isn't out for long paddles. I think she should be fine, though. She has proper gear-- what kind of dress are you recommending if this is a typical summer day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethS Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 Trip Initiator: Rob Hazard The Level 2+ trip will leave Riverhead Beach at 11:00. We will follow the west shore of Marblehead Harbor Northward and around the point into Salem Harbor, then cross Salem Harbor from Naugus Head to Fort Pickering, then follow the shore around to Salem Willows for a beach break. There are restrooms at Salem Willows. We will then return the way we came to Riverhead Beach. The total distance is about 9 NM. If we assume a pace of 3 knots and a half-hour break, that should put us back at Riverhead Beach before 3:00 PM, in plenty of time for the party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethS Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 Hi, this trip sounds great! I'm interested, do we just show up or do you need us to sign up ahead of time? -BethS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted June 14, 2009 Author Share Posted June 14, 2009 Hi all, If the weather is warm I'd recommend a wetsuit like a farmer john with a paddling jacket. If it's gray you might find a drysuit more comfy. If it's sunny, definitely wear a hat and sunblock. I'm not requiring advance signups, but I appreciate knowing who and how many will come along. The trip will be covering about 8 1/2 nautical miles in about 3 hours, so you need to be able to maintain a pace of 3 knots. PFD's and sprayskirts are required, of course, as well as experience with wet exits and T-rescues. Cheers, Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Hi Rob. Planning on joining you. Will help out anyway I can. Al Cetus Red/White Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deeski Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Trip Initiator: Rob Hazard The Level 2+ trip will leave Riverhead Beach at 11:00. We will follow the west shore of Marblehead Harbor Northward and around the point into Salem Harbor, then cross Salem Harbor from Naugus Head to Fort Pickering, then follow the shore around to Salem Willows for a beach break. There are restrooms at Salem Willows. We will then return the way we came to Riverhead Beach. The total distance is about 9 NM. If we assume a pace of 3 knots and a half-hour break, that should put us back at Riverhead Beach before 3:00 PM, in plenty of time for the party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deeski Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Hi Rob. I plan to be there, in the event that you are looking for a headcount. Dee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 Thanks, all! So far I count 8, five of us from this topic, plus verbal responses from 3 more. I'll bet we're a fleet of 14 boats by the time we're on the water. Dee, you'll get to see your old Romany again, with its new owner aboard! I hope you'll think it's found a good home! Cheers, Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinfre Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Depending on conditions, I'm going to aim for the L3 trip. But if it looks like that one will be beyond me, I'll join you for this one. Looking forward to it either way! Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcohn Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Thanks, all! So far I count 8, five of us from this topic, plus verbal responses from 3 more. I'll bet we're a fleet of 14 boats by the time we're on the water. I plan on joining you as well. Ralph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnEbersole Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Hi Rob, This trip sounds great, I would love to join. I have been to the Misery's twice but never to Salem Harbor. I am a new member to NSPN, so I am looking forward to meeting other members. Ellen Ellesmere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 Great! See you on Saturday! Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G. S. Shear Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Rob, My wife Katharine and I are looking forward to attending. Thanks for the organizing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted June 24, 2009 Author Share Posted June 24, 2009 I just spoke with Brian Wells, who is heading up the Level 2 group. They will have their beach briefing as soon as we have launched. So, we should meet for our beach briefing punctually at 10:45, suited up, with boats lined up on the beach ready to go. See you there! Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahargleroad Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Hi Rob, I am a new member to NSPN and would love to join you . I will be paddling a Wilderness Tempest. I have paddled with John, Ellen, and Florrie who are on your trip. My paddling experience : I Have paddled this year on the AMC Knubble Bay/Beal Island trip, a week in Florida approx. 10 miles /day and the Charles River locally 1-2x/week. Thank-you much for arranging this trip! Ann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hazard Posted June 25, 2009 Author Share Posted June 25, 2009 Welcome, Ann! Glad to have you come along. A note to everyone: I assume we've all read the guidelines concerning trip Levels. This trip should actually fall into Level 2, with less than 10 miles to travel, less than 10 knots of wind, less than 1 ft seas, no surf, no current. If wind or waves exceed Level 2 we will cancel the trip and do something else. Paddling skills called for: forward, reverse and sweep strokes, and having practiced the dreaded Wet Exit and T - Rescue. If you need a refresher on the wet exit and T - rescue, please come to Chebacco Lake tomorrow (Thursday) evening and we'll go over it ad nauseum! Of course we are all required to have PFD and sprayskirt. See you all on the beach at 10:45! Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KONA95 Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 Thanks, all! So far I count 8, five of us from this topic, plus verbal responses from 3 more. I'll bet we're a fleet of 14 boats by the time we're on the water. Dee, you'll get to see your old Romany again, with its new owner aboard! I hope you'll think it's found a good home! Cheers, Rob Hi Rob, Count me in on the solstice 2/2+ trip - Karen D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brwells Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 A note to everyone: I assume we've all read the guidelines concerning trip Levels. This trip should actually fall into Level 2, with less than 10 miles to travel, less than 10 knots of wind, less than 1 ft seas, no surf, no current. If wind or waves exceed Level 2 we will cancel the trip and do something else. ...and don't forget that there is a very Level 2 only paddle with a distance of 3-4 nm's... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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