Katherine Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 A bevy of beautiful babes in boats launched from Odiorne Pt this AM. There were 14 (?) of us and we split into two pods with Lorrie heading up the second group. In true CAM fashion leadership was fluid. We all meandered down the coast to Wallis Sands for lunch and we enjoyed a wonderful lunch with especially delicious rhubarb bars that were quite tasty. We launched for Wallis Sands with some of us trying the "cork" method of launching in surf. Some were more successful than others and Suz graciously did the first (and the only one necessary) rescue of the day. On the way back we crossed paths a few gentlemen NSPNers. Our "other" group went to explore the lighthouse while we went inside the harbor and had fun with rescues and boat handling skills. We returned, loaded boats, debriefed and drove into the sunshine. Special thanks to Suz for her assistance, Lorrie for stepping up with the speedy group and Julie for being our pace-setter. Special mention to Gay who drove 200 miles round trip to paddle with us. It was the kind of day were you say to yourself, "I love my life." Thanks to all of you for your companionship, positive attitudes and adventurous spirits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallen Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Katherine, thank you for posting the trip and organizing-great job! Beautiful day on the water with good company. Special thanks also to Kate for assisting our group and setting the pace with her Greenland paddle. And thanks for all the treats the ladies brought-especially the awesome rhubarb squares baked by Gay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulieC Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 It was indeed a beautiful day on the water! Thank you Katherine for organizing a great day! It was great to spend time with a great group of ladies on the water :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 I'd like to second...and third...everything that everyone has already said.Weather goddess truly shone down on us! Thanks for organzing, Katherine!pru Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbeale Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 I missed Gay's dessert ? It was a rhubarb what? Bummer !!!! A day of paddling with Gay and her desserts is always a good day of paddling.les Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glil Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 It was a lovely day on the water with a great group of ladies to paddle with. Special thanks to Katherine for coordinating and Lorrie and Suz for their leadership. Perfect weather too!Gay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 It was a great day on the water and actually felt like summer has arrived! Nice to be able to paddle in a rash guard AND do rescues. I'm thinking that Katherine might need to put ladies paddles on the schedule to do monthly. Bet she could! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallen Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 It was a great day on the water and actually felt like summer has arrived! Nice to be able to paddle in a rash guard AND do rescues. I'm thinking that Katherine might need to put ladies paddles on the schedule to do monthly. Bet she could! Based on the turnout we've seen on both this trio and the one Les posted a couple years ago, there certainly seems to be interest. I would be happy to assist with some additional trips, schedule permitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOconnor Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Katherine, thank you very much for arranging this paddle. It was a great introductory NSPN trip for me! I've posted the pictures that came out OK on Flickr. I hope everyone can see them there. If there's another way that folks typically share pictures I can do it that way as well.Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katherine Posted June 13, 2012 Author Share Posted June 13, 2012 trying very hard to not make a joke about Ladies paddles being held monthly.... ;-)Okay, I'm game ~ check out the trip board, please ~ I will need assistance... I am open to alternative launch suggestions although I liked a 10:00 briefing, 10:30 launch return around 3 or 3:30.Susan, can you post a link to the pics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikabike Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Sounds like it was a lot of fun!I don't know what the "cork" method refers to. Would one of you please explain? Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Sounds like it was a lot of fun! I don't know what the "cork" method refers to. Would one of you please explain? Thanks in advance. It isn't complicated but just launching backwards with your legs out of the boat. I explained it is like putting a cork in the cockpit and prevents the waves from filling your boat. Paddle outside of the breaking waves and put your skirt on. Allows you to have a dry boat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOconnor Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Whoops! I did miss this important step! Here's the link: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40471583@N00/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikabike Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 It isn't complicated but just launching backwards with your legs out of the boat. I explained it is like putting a cork in the cockpit and prevents the waves from filling your boat. Paddle outside of the breaking waves and put your skirt on. Allows you to have a dry boat. Funny, I was thinking of cork in the sense of a very lightweight object bobbing wildly. Your meaning involves the plugging function instead! Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.