bbjorn Posted July 11, 2013 Share Posted July 11, 2013 Come join me for an exploration of the beautiful rocky coast of Gloucester, Magnolia, and Manchester on Saturday, 7/13. This is in my opinion the finest stretch of rocky coastline south of Maine. This area is primarily rock but with a number of beaches along the way for rest or in case we need to escape an approaching thunderstorm.In order to ensure adequate parking near the launch, we'll meet at 9AM at Stage Fort Park on Rt. 127 at the SE corner of Gloucester. Launch by 9:30. This will be a moderately leisurely paddle, allowing time (if the NOAA forecast of 1-2 ft. seas holds) for poking into nooks and crannies with some gentle rockplay for those inclined. If seas are bigger, we'll spend less time poking and more time covering distance. Our activities along the way will be tailored to the interests of the group. Our turnaround point will be determined by our speed, the weather, and wishes of the group. From Stage Fort Park to Singing Beach in Manchester is approx. 5 nautical miles. Overall length of the trip will be about 10 - 14 miles depending on conditions, activities and energy.Dress appropriately for chilly water. Either a neoprene shortie or farmer john wetsuit or shortie wetsuit are recommended as the water is still fairly cold. Also, if you plan to venture into the rocks, a helmet is strongly advised.We'll plan to return to our start by 4 - 4:30 PM.Note that parking at Stage Fort is $15, a small price to pay these days for access to prime paddling.Please RSVP here if interested or email me at sunblaine@sunblaine.net.Also, please be sure to check this posting for any changes or updates.This is a CAM (Common Adventure Model) trip. I am the organizer but we are all equally leaders and decisions will be made by the group as a whole.Blaine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfolster Posted July 11, 2013 Share Posted July 11, 2013 Blaine,Robert and I will be there! Yeay, and thanks for posting this awesome trip that scares me a little bit!Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katherine Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Shucks, sorry the date was moved to Saturday; I'll have to miss it and I was looking forward to going.Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylevine Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Blaine, I'm in. Thanks. - Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Wish I could be there but other venues call this wknd! It is a beautiful stretch of coastline you'll be paddling for sure...pru Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveBergsbaken Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Blaine,My wife (Julie) and I are both in for this paddle as well. The weather and seas look to be in our favor.Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbjorn Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 Everything is looking good for our paddle tomorrow -- calm seas, light wind, no thunderstorms, and even overcast skies to help encourage power boaters to just stay home. Should be a great paddle! See you there.Blaine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawk14414 Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Hi Blaine - If it's not too late, I'd love to join as well. I'll be at Stage Fort at 9am.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbjorn Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 Hi Blaine - If it's not too late, I'd love to join as well. I'll be at Stage Fort at 9am....Great! See you there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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