alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Looking for interest in a mellow level 3/3- Saturday August 1? Morning to 3 PM at the latest. Harbor Islands, Lanes Cover, Gloucester south, whatever. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallen Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Looking for interest in a mellow level 3/3- Saturday August 1? Morning to 3 PM at the latest. Harbor Islands, Lanes Cover, Gloucester south, whatever. Al Hey Al, I'm interested-always enjoy those "Mellow" 3 Paddles. Lanes Cove or Gloucester would be good, but am up for whatever works for everyone! Lorrie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gcosloy Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 How about Pavilion (Greasy Pole) over to Kettle and back by crossing over to the dogbar. Stop on Island or Magnolia Beach. Just one suggestion, open to others! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Allen Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I'm interested, especially since my boat travels with Lorrie's most of the time. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 Gene. I love the Glouchester-Kettle route but with the high tide at 8:46 we will be fighting it on the way back. As I remember, that makes it a slog (am I right?). Below is the Gloucester-Kettle route and a Wintrop-Hull Harbor Island route. How does everyone feel? Should be a great day no matter where. Where we would go from Lanes -- the Beach and Essex Sound? Guess I am thinking Harbor Islands right now but lets get everyone's input. Thinking of launching at 9:00? Feedback? Too early? Al Glouchester-Kettle Return: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3055068 Weather: NW WINDS 5 TO 10 KT...BECOMING SE IN THE AFTERNOON. SEAS AROUND 2 FT. AREAS OF FOG IN THE MORNING WITH VSBY 1 NM OR LESS. Wintrop-Hull Return: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3055127 Weather: NW WINDS AROUND 5 KT...BECOMING SE IN THE AFTERNOON. WAVES 1 FOOT OR LESS. PATCHY FOG IN THE MORNING WITH VSBY 1 TO 3 NM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gcosloy Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 The ebb is around noon and current tables list only 0.3K for Gloucester Harbor. Also the wind changing to SE will compensate. Also check out the NOAA Marine graphical forecast for the coast. Much milder than the standard forecast which includes waters 20 mi out. http://www.weather.gov/forecasts/wfo/secto...ineDay.php#tabs I prefer 10:00AM and also Glouceater over Deer Island for a number of reasons: Easier put-in, parking, no serious channel crossings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Allen Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I like the gloucester, BIB at 10 idea as well. There might be some swell and some places to play as we head down along the coast. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 The ebb is around noon and current tables list only 0.3K for Gloucester Harbor. Also the wind changing to SE will compensate. Also check out the NOAA Marine graphical forecast for the coast. Much milder than the standard forecast which includes waters 20 mi out. http://www.weather.gov/forecasts/wfo/secto...ineDay.php#tabs I prefer 10:00AM and also Glouceater over Deer Island for a number of reasons: Easier put-in, parking, no serious channel crossings. Great info Gene. Any other feedback? Shall we do Gloucester? Phil/Lorrie? Can you do 9:30 Gene? I need to get back. I will be on and off line the rest of the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 Phil. Just saw your post. Ok we are on for 10. Will post a formal trip description in a minute. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 Date: Saturday 8/1 Launch: 10:00 AM Gloucester: Pavilion (Greasy Pole) (Beach Briefing 9:45 AM) Return: no later than 3 PM Route: South towards Kettle and Magnolia Beach: 10-12 miles http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3055068 Level: 3-/3 Trip Type and Tone: CAM. All stay together. Support each other. Conservative decisions. Should be comfortable with wind and waves although weather report suggests light conditions. Bring: Water & lunch High Tide: 8:46 AM, Low Tide: Around 3 PM Trip: Confirmed Al Coons Cetus Red/White Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallen Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Date: Saturday 8/1 Launch: 10:00 AM Gloucester: Pavilion (Greasy Pole) (Beach Briefing 9:45 AM) Return: no later than 3 PM Route: South towards Kettle and Magnolia Beach: 10-12 miles http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3055068 Level: 3-/3 Trip Type and Tone: CAM. All stay together. Support each other. Conservative decisions. Should be comfortable with wind and waves although weather report suggests light conditions. Bring: Water & lunch High Tide: 8:46 AM, Low Tide: Around 3 PM Trip: Confirmed Al Coons Cetus Red/White Sounds great! We'll see you in the morning. Lorrie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shari G Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I would also love to join in. Timing and location is great. I also need to be back by around 3pm. I will be on site at Pavilion around 9:30am. could someone give me more specifics on how to find "pavilion/greasy pole" or is it posted on the website? any parking glitches to be aware of? thanks! shari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 I would also love to join in. Timing and location is great. I also need to be back by around 3pm. I will be on site at Pavilion around 9:30am. could someone give me more specifics on how to find "pavilion/greasy pole" or is it posted on the website? any parking glitches to be aware of? thanks! shari Glad you can join us. Don't know if you are fast at getting your kayak on the beach and loaded, but we do launch on-time. See Events & Planning/Put-in/Gloucester & Cape Ann for parking. In the past there has been sufficient parking on the street if the small lots fills up. See you tomorrow. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shari G Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 thanks Al... I'll leave a little earlier so I'll be ready to go on time. might need a hand carrying boat down, but can manage alone if need be. see you sat. Shari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 thanks Al... I'll leave a little earlier so I'll be ready to go on time. might need a hand carrying boat down, but can manage alone if need be. see you sat. Shari You will have to fight off the offers for help. Who knows how many of us will ask you for a tow by 2 PM! Seriously, just ask if no one can see that you need help. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gcosloy Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Shari, Take 128N to Grant circle and take first right Washington St. follow all the way down till you come to 127 along the water, turn left and then first right to Pavilion Beach lot. there is room for maybe 8-10 cars but if it fills up early there is parking right on the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glil Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 Hoping to join you if I can figure out kid transportation logistics back home. Gay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shari G Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 thanks! sounds perfect. shari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glil Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Hoping to join you if I can figure out kid transportation logistics back home. Gay I'll be there. Gay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylevine Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Date: Saturday 8/1 Launch: 10:00 AM Gloucester: Pavilion (Greasy Pole) (Beach Briefing 9:45 AM) Return: no later than 3 PM Route: South towards Kettle and Magnolia Beach: 10-12 miles http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3055068 Level: 3-/3 Trip Type and Tone: CAM. All stay together. Support each other. Conservative decisions. Should be comfortable with wind and waves although weather report suggests light conditions. Bring: Water & lunch High Tide: 8:46 AM, Low Tide: Around 3 PM Trip: Confirmed Al Coons Cetus Red/White Al, Will probably make it. Thanks. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leong Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Shari, Take 128N to Grant circle and take first right Washington St. follow all the way down till you come to 127 along the water, turn left and then first right to Pavilion Beach lot. there is room for maybe 8-10 cars but if it fills up early there is parking right on the street. Gene, I think you mean: "... to 127 along the water, turn right and then first left to Pavilion Beach". Or did you mean: ".... take first right Washington St. then right on Centennial Ave, follow all the way down till you come to 127 along the water, turn left and then first right to Pavilion Beach lot." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted August 1, 2009 Author Share Posted August 1, 2009 Directions to Put-in: URL for this route is: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=3056799 Greasy Pole – Take Route 128 N to exit 14, turn right onto Route 133 east. Drive 2.9 miles on Route 133. Turn left onto Route 127 and drive 0.4 mile to the public landing on right. Small parking lot at the landing and street parking along the beach. . More info on "Greasy Pole". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenster Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Will sea yaall at the pole!! glenn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shari G Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 If anyone sees this message, please clarify if Pavilion and the meeting point are north of gloucester center or south? Gene's message seems to indicate it is north however I thought it was south of the downtown, near the Gloucester fisherman statue. thanks for any help. shari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shari G Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 all set.... just saw the other posting to clarify directions- shari Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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